Featured Artist
OKOOHLE [ESWATINI]
Okoohle is a singer/songwriter hailing from the kingdom of
Eswatini. Her full name is Fisokuhle Dlamini and she was born and raised in
Manzini, Eswatini.
She discovered her passion for music at a very young age and
enjoyed singing songs with her grandmother. As a youngster she always carried a
gospel songbook (licilongo levangeli) everywhere she went.
From a tender age she would sing at church and perform songs
at school concerts and she not stopped since then. Lately she has been collaborating
with some house and afro house producers from Eswatini, South Africa and Zambia
to create some lovely vibes for all to enjoy.
Okuhle is a superstar in the making and she is definitely
one of the upcoming vocalists to look out for.
A beautiful songstress with a mellifluous voice and
astounding song writing skills, coupled with a supreme hunger for success
driven by her passion for music.
Keep your eyes and ears on the streets and be on the lookout
for this ever so gifted and talented songstress named Okoohle.
Follow the link below to have a listen to her latest
collaborative work.
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/soul-toniq/stay-real-music-soultoniq-ft-okuhle-sengimtfolile
Audiomack: https://audiomack.com/soultoniq/song/sengimtfolile
MBISO: [ESWATINI]
“Music is my fountain of life, it has healed
many wounds, it has become who I am, I walk and talk music in everything I do.” MBISO
Sthembiso Dlamini,
better known by his entertainment name MBISO has been described as deep,
innovative and cutting edge which are 3 best ways to describe MBISO’s style.
After being in the industry for less than 3years he is already making waves
creating a mark everywhere he goes.
Originally from
Siteki in the Kingdom of eSwatini, and now based in Manzini, which is the biggest
town in the Kingdom. He was drawn to the beats of Hip hop, Jazz and House music
at a young age then later grew a love for Afro house. This unique sound made
him discover the power of music.After being enticed by live performance
by Ziyawa KaZitha and Bholoja, in 2019, he was introduced to FL studio 20, where he got to
learn the basics and later acquired skills of applying sounds and elements as
well as creation of beats. HALLUX is creating a brand for himself not only due
to his unique choice of music a selection of Afro deep,Afro tech, and dance, but also because of his abilities to
set a tone for the environment ,unique flowing mixing of beats that
seamlessly blend one track to the next.
He was inspired by local spinners the
music industry namely; Master P, Fantasy, NYD, DopeDeep,!Sooks and more because of their amazing
music they deliver.
His music has aired live on EBIS 2 radio; Glow in the Dark show and
Afternoon Drive.
You can find his music on SoundCloud,
Audiomack, Mixcloud, and YouTube. He has graced the popular stages in the
Kingdom such as Solanis Shisanyama,
Riverview, Ehawini, Emcwembe and The Lawn Chillout.
Social Media
Platforms:
- Facebook @SthembisoDlamini
- Facebook page @Hallux_swz
Instagram @hallux_swz
Savage Woods: [USA]
Savage Woods is a Hip Hop and Dance Recording Artist born and raised in Compton. Heavily influenced by lyricists in the 90’s and 2000’s, Savage began his love for rap in 6th grade where he got kicked out of class for writing a very non age appropriate rhyme. He began writing verses in 7th grade where he knew rap was his calling, but in high school, he became unsure. He started off as a drummer, from ages 1-8, taught exclusively by his dad, ReggieSr. He went on to play trumpet in 7th grade and he began writing rhymes. As aforementioned, he was inconsistent in high school due to lack of confidence.
In college, @composer_pb made it to radio on Power 106, which was the biggest hip hop station in LA at the time. Savage was motivated, inspired and compelled to return to music because of this and he began rapping seriously. He also embarked on his journey to become a producer. He produced 3 artist projects for him and PB the Composer. (2015-2017) From selling beats one the internet from 2017 to pushing himself as an artist again in 2020, Savage had an epiphany when he got an opportunity to make beats in another genre in hopes to make a huge dance album. He realized he had boxed himself in and worried far too much about others opinions... That’s when he began doing dance instrumentals and songs, alongside his laid back, lyrical boom Bap. He’s different and he lets it be known. Tap in with Savage Woods and watch the whole world catch the vibe.
Have a listen to the latest offering from Savage Woods on Spotify.Savage Woods - Back it UpSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/7rtRAvljQimnSCJq8gyedY?highlight=spotify:track:41ufjCBOQWw2dK32ndlw9W
Socials:BeatStore: http://savagewoodsmusic.com/links/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SavageWoodss
Speech Umlangeni:[Eswatini]
Biography:
Mcebo Dlamini a.k.a Speech Umlangeni is a Swati born house music Dj, events promoter and marketing specialist. With a strong ear for music, Speech developed a name that defines his love connection with house, SPEECH simply stands for SPEcial Emotion Concerning House music.
Speech began his music career in 2004 when he used to be a song writer, afro pop and kwaito artist. In year 2005 he quit singing & dancing then ventured into collecting house music and learning more about djing and the entertainment business. It was in 2009 when he started djing professionally and was one of the resident djs at Tinkers Club (Manzini) by year 2010.
Speech Umlangeni specializes in Afrodeep, ancestral, Techno and Classic house music. His sets are full of energy, comprising of ancient African instruments and chants, a touch of sing along tracks as well of hard dance floor beats that make you loose yourselves during his performance. His sets usually start smoothly taking you on a musical journey and ascends towards the end, in less than 60 minutes you connect with his soul and crave for more showers of musical blessings.
The dj also does house mixes for “Glow In The Dark Radio Show” which airs on SBIS 2 FM every 2 weeks at 10pm on Thursdays. In August 2017 he released his first single “Vuka” featuring songbird NiNi Mhlanga which has been rotating on national radio and receiving amazing responses in the streets of Swaziland.
Speech has made his name around all corners of the Kingdom having played at most happening venues since 2009. He is now one of MTN Bushfire Festival resident djs as we still remember his electrifying “2 hour” set he delivered on a Sunday at Bushfire 2016 after the legendary Oliver Mtukudzi’s performance.
The dj has also played residency at the Sibebe Friday Night Live Season 6 and Total Gold Series Season 1,2 & 3 @ House On Fire.
HIGHLIGHT EVENTS;
MTN Bushfire Festival
Southern African Music Conference After parties
Nabalabantfu Arts Festival
The Awakening Party
Sibebe Friday Night Live
Total Gold Seies
Durban Swazi Party
Inhaca Crossover Party
Speech has played along djs;
Black Coffee (SA), Cndo (SA), Christos (SA), Dj Fresh (SA), Vinny Da Vinci (SA), Karyendasoul (SA), Cornelius SA, Swiss (SA), Black Motion(SA), Zinhle (SA), DiloXclusiv, Thando Thabethe (SA), Sdunkero (S.A), Andy X (S.A), Shabba & Madumane (Ligwalagwala FM), Toby 2 Shoes (SA), Eltonnick (S.A), Soso (S.A), Crooks, Master P, Mkay, DD Cool, MBO,Lady Cream, and Karly B just to name a few.
He has played at venues like;
_ Eyadini Lounge (Durban), Magaba Lounge (Durban), Insimbini Lifestyle (Durban), Mashamplane’s Lounge (Durban), Elangeni Lodge (Nkomazi), Endumbeni (Nelspruit), Adams Bar (Nelspruit), House On Fire, De Javu Lounge/ Esibayeni Lodge, Tinkers, Ocean Waves Chillout, Supa Rock, Club 747, The Egg Yolkand most known venues locally.
He is also a House Music DJ & Producer || Radio Mix DJ on SBIS 2FM and http://Liveaux.com
Influences:
Manoo, Ziyawa KaZitha, Black Coffee, Culoe De Song, Osunlade, Da Capo
Awards:
MTN SWAMA AWARDS 2018 NOMINEE, BEST HOUSE ARTIST
Booking Agent
speechumlangeni@gmail.com
MandisaMamba:[Eswatini]
Biography:
Mandisa Mamba
is a diverse RnB singer/songwriter who has been active since 2016 and has
achieved major success in her home country, Swaziland. She has recently been nominated for "Best Female artist in Southern Africa" at the AFRIMA 2018(All Africa Music Awards). In only a year of
entering the music industry, Mandisa was nominated Best RnB artist at the MTN SWAMA Awards 2017, has been listed
as one of the Artists to watch in 2018 by Glam Africa Magazine, as well
as performed at one of the worlds biggest festivals twice in a
row; Bushfire 2017/18.
She released her first single ‘Power’ in
March 2016 and has since released five more
singles (Dutty Wine, Fly, Hello America, Party, Love Fiend) as well as collaborated
with various artists and DJs in the year 2017. Most of her records are on heavy
rotation and have been doing exceptionally well on the Swazi top 20 Charts.
Mandisa recently had her first independent
show called; The Super Power Experience, on the 14th of April 2018, which was a huge success. She opened for one of South Africa’s biggest
Hip-Hop artists, Reason, during his album tour in
2017. She currently collaborated and released a song with world renowned DJ Dino Bravo (ft. Nelz, one of South
Africa’s rising hip-hop stars) entitled ‘Stay Real’.
Mandisa believes in serving, empowering and
encouraging through her gifts/talents, thus she wrote and
dedicated her single ‘Fly’ to the (International)
Girl Child Foundation in Swaziland. She has also partnered with foundations and initiatives such as ; Young
Lives Swaziland, Live and Direct, and 'Got it Get it'
HIV/AIDS initiative.
Performance Highlights:
The Super Power Experience
2018
Social Media:
Soundcloud: Mandisa Mamba
Instagram: MandisaMamba_sd
Twitter: MandisaMamba_sd
Contacts:
Email:mambamandisa@gmail.com
Cell: Swaziland:(+268) 76 424
326
South Africa(+27) 605 847
757
The Swazi Social Market: Artisants
House of Penny
House of Penny is in the business of making beadwork and she started beading in 2013 with the support of friends
and family. Now she operates at a larger scale and people all over Swaziland are loving
her work. House of Penny is based and works from Manzini.
Carol Croc's Creations:
Carol Croc's Creations is a clothing line
aimed at elegantly dressing up all the women that want to stand out from the
rest in style, it offers outfits for all events, from uniforms, wedding gowns to corporate
wearbead. Carol Crocs Creations is based in Manzini Ngwane Park.
Facebook CAROL CROC'S CREATIONS
Wristbands by Saba & Bubbles
Saba & Bubbles specializes in wrist bands using mainly
wool and decorates them with chains, beads, spikes & buttons. They also make
chokers using lace and clothing material and decorate them with chains and
beads. Saba & Bubbles work from home and make home deliveries to different locations. They are
based in the city of Mbabane.
CHRIS JASPER [USA]
INTRODUCTION
If you are familiar with THE ISLEY BROTHERS, then you know Rock
& Roll Hall of Fame inductee, CHRIS JASPER, an integral member of THE ISLEY
BROTHERS during the 1970s and 1980s—their gold and platinum years—from the 3+3 (1973)
to Between the Sheets (1983) albums. These were the years when THE ISLEY
BROTHERS were a self-produced, self-contained group. If you are familiar with
THE ISLEY BROTHERS, then you have heard the music of CHRIS JASPER, who was
primarily responsible for writing, arranging and producing all of THE ISLEY
BROTHERS music during this time, including such beautiful love songs as “For
The Love of You” and “Between the Sheets” and uptempo funk such as “Fight the
Power.” His arrangements and instrumentation as a classically-trained musician,
and his expertise on the keyboards and synthesizers, are the foundation of the
legendary “Isley Brothers Sound.” When the six members of THE ISLEY BROTHERS
disbanded (1984), Marvin and Ernie Isley joined CHRIS JASPER and formed
ISLEY-JASPER-ISLEY. Without this crucial musical component, THE ISLEY BROTHERS
were no longer a self-produced, self-contained group. CHRIS JASPER brought his “unique
sound” and musical talents to ISLEY-JASPER-ISLEY, and topped the charts singing
lead vocals on “Caravan of Love” (1985), a song that was covered by English
recording group, the Housemartins, an international #1 pop hit. “Caravan” was
also used in commercials as part of a Dodge Caravan advertising campaign. He
was also awarded a CEBA Award For Excellence for a Miller Brewing Company
commercial. The music for that commercial formed the basis for “Brother to
Brother” from the “Different Drummer” album, which supported the anti-apartheid
struggle going on in South Africa at that time. His music has also been used in
radio and television commercials, including “Who’sThat Lady” (Swiffer) and “Between
The Sheets” (L’Oreal).
When ISLEY-JASPER-ISLEY disbanded (1987), CHRIS JASPER brought his
“unique sound” to his own solo projects, topping the charts with “SuperBad,” a
song promoting the value of education. CHRIS JASPER has continued to write
songs and produce his own R&B and Gospel music, as well as other artists,
for his independent record label, Gold City Records. CHRIS JASPER’s music has
been covered and sampled by hundreds of new and established recording artists,
including Whitney Houston, Jay-Z, Snoop Dogg, Gwen Stefani, Fantasia, Will
Smith, Alliyah, Queen Latifah, Notorious B.I.G., Tupac, Natalie Cole, Jaheim,
Kendrick Lamar, and the list goes on and on. His music has also been used in
many movie and television soundtracks. In 1992, CHRIS JASPER, along with the
other members of THE ISLEY BROTHERS, was inducted into the ROCK & ROLL HALL
OF FAME and in 2014, received a GRAMMY LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD.
BACKGROUND AND
EDUCATION
THE JASPER/ISLEY
CONNECTION
THE ISLEY BROTHERS
YEARS
ISLEY-JASPER-ISLEY
SOLO CAREER
DISCOGRAPHY
FOR BOOKING AND MORE
INFORMATION CONTACT:
OKOOHLE [ESWATINI]
Okoohle is a singer/songwriter hailing from the kingdom of
Eswatini. Her full name is Fisokuhle Dlamini and she was born and raised in
Manzini, Eswatini.
From a tender age she would sing at church and perform songs
at school concerts and she not stopped since then. Lately she has been collaborating
with some house and afro house producers from Eswatini, South Africa and Zambia
to create some lovely vibes for all to enjoy.
Okuhle is a superstar in the making and she is definitely
one of the upcoming vocalists to look out for.
A beautiful songstress with a mellifluous voice and
astounding song writing skills, coupled with a supreme hunger for success
driven by her passion for music.
Keep your eyes and ears on the streets and be on the lookout
for this ever so gifted and talented songstress named Okoohle.
Follow the link below to have a listen to her latest
collaborative work.
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/soul-toniq/stay-real-music-soultoniq-ft-okuhle-sengimtfolile
MBISO: [ESWATINI]
“Music is my fountain of life, it has healed many wounds, it has become who I am, I walk and talk music in everything I do.” MBISO
Sthembiso Dlamini,
better known by his entertainment name MBISO has been described as deep,
innovative and cutting edge which are 3 best ways to describe MBISO’s style.
After being in the industry for less than 3years he is already making waves
creating a mark everywhere he goes.
After being enticed by live performance
by Ziyawa KaZitha and Bholoja, in 2019, he was introduced to FL studio 20, where he got to
learn the basics and later acquired skills of applying sounds and elements as
well as creation of beats. HALLUX is creating a brand for himself not only due
to his unique choice of music a selection of Afro deep,Afro tech, and dance, but also because of his abilities to
set a tone for the environment ,unique flowing mixing of beats that
seamlessly blend one track to the next.
He was inspired by local spinners the music industry namely; Master P, Fantasy, NYD, DopeDeep,!Sooks and more because of their amazing music they deliver.
His music has aired live on EBIS 2 radio; Glow in the Dark show and
Afternoon Drive.
You can find his music on SoundCloud,
Audiomack, Mixcloud, and YouTube. He has graced the popular stages in the
Kingdom such as Solanis Shisanyama,
Riverview, Ehawini, Emcwembe and The Lawn Chillout.
Social Media
Platforms:
- Facebook @SthembisoDlamini
- Facebook page @Hallux_swz
Savage Woods: [USA]
Savage Woods is a Hip Hop and Dance Recording Artist born and raised in Compton.
Heavily influenced by lyricists in the 90’s and 2000’s, Savage began his love for rap in 6th grade where he got kicked out of class for writing a very non age appropriate rhyme. He began writing verses in 7th grade where he knew rap was his calling, but in high school, he became unsure.
He started off as a drummer, from ages 1-8, taught exclusively by his dad, ReggieSr. He went on to play trumpet in 7th grade and he began writing rhymes. As aforementioned, he was inconsistent in high school due to lack of confidence.
In college, @composer_pb made it to radio on Power 106, which was the biggest hip hop station in LA at the time. Savage was motivated, inspired and compelled to return to music because of this and he began rapping seriously. He also embarked on his journey to become a producer.
He produced 3 artist projects for him and PB the Composer. (2015-2017) From selling beats one the internet from 2017 to pushing himself as an artist again in 2020, Savage had an epiphany when he got an opportunity to make beats in another genre in hopes to make a huge dance album. He realized he had boxed himself in and worried far too much about others opinions... That’s when he began doing dance instrumentals and songs, alongside his laid back, lyrical boom Bap. He’s different and he lets it be known. Tap in with Savage Woods and watch the whole world catch the vibe.
Have a listen to the latest offering from Savage Woods on Spotify.
Savage Woods - Back it Up
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/7rtRAvljQimnSCJq8gyedY?highlight=spotify:track:41ufjCBOQWw2dK32ndlw9W
Socials:
BeatStore: http://savagewoodsmusic.com/links/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SavageWoodss
Speech Umlangeni:[Eswatini]
Biography:
Mcebo Dlamini a.k.a Speech Umlangeni is a Swati born house music Dj, events promoter and marketing specialist. With a strong ear for music, Speech developed a name that defines his love connection with house, SPEECH simply stands for SPEcial Emotion Concerning House music.
Speech began his music career in 2004 when he used to be a song writer, afro pop and kwaito artist. In year 2005 he quit singing & dancing then ventured into collecting house music and learning more about djing and the entertainment business. It was in 2009 when he started djing professionally and was one of the resident djs at Tinkers Club (Manzini) by year 2010.
Speech Umlangeni specializes in Afrodeep, ancestral, Techno and Classic house music. His sets are full of energy, comprising of ancient African instruments and chants, a touch of sing along tracks as well of hard dance floor beats that make you loose yourselves during his performance. His sets usually start smoothly taking you on a musical journey and ascends towards the end, in less than 60 minutes you connect with his soul and crave for more showers of musical blessings.
The dj also does house mixes for “Glow In The Dark Radio Show” which airs on SBIS 2 FM every 2 weeks at 10pm on Thursdays. In August 2017 he released his first single “Vuka” featuring songbird NiNi Mhlanga which has been rotating on national radio and receiving amazing responses in the streets of Swaziland.
Speech has made his name around all corners of the Kingdom having played at most happening venues since 2009. He is now one of MTN Bushfire Festival resident djs as we still remember his electrifying “2 hour” set he delivered on a Sunday at Bushfire 2016 after the legendary Oliver Mtukudzi’s performance.
The dj has also played residency at the Sibebe Friday Night Live Season 6 and Total Gold Series Season 1,2 & 3 @ House On Fire.
HIGHLIGHT EVENTS;
MTN Bushfire Festival
Southern African Music Conference After parties
Nabalabantfu Arts Festival
The Awakening Party
Sibebe Friday Night Live
Total Gold Seies
Durban Swazi Party
Inhaca Crossover Party
Speech has played along djs;
Black Coffee (SA), Cndo (SA), Christos (SA), Dj Fresh (SA), Vinny Da Vinci (SA), Karyendasoul (SA), Cornelius SA, Swiss (SA), Black Motion(SA), Zinhle (SA), DiloXclusiv, Thando Thabethe (SA), Sdunkero (S.A), Andy X (S.A), Shabba & Madumane (Ligwalagwala FM), Toby 2 Shoes (SA), Eltonnick (S.A), Soso (S.A), Crooks, Master P, Mkay, DD Cool, MBO,Lady Cream, and Karly B just to name a few.
He has played at venues like;
_ Eyadini Lounge (Durban), Magaba Lounge (Durban), Insimbini Lifestyle (Durban), Mashamplane’s Lounge (Durban), Elangeni Lodge (Nkomazi), Endumbeni (Nelspruit), Adams Bar (Nelspruit), House On Fire, De Javu Lounge/ Esibayeni Lodge, Tinkers, Ocean Waves Chillout, Supa Rock, Club 747, The Egg Yolkand most known venues locally.
Speech began his music career in 2004 when he used to be a song writer, afro pop and kwaito artist. In year 2005 he quit singing & dancing then ventured into collecting house music and learning more about djing and the entertainment business. It was in 2009 when he started djing professionally and was one of the resident djs at Tinkers Club (Manzini) by year 2010.
Speech Umlangeni specializes in Afrodeep, ancestral, Techno and Classic house music. His sets are full of energy, comprising of ancient African instruments and chants, a touch of sing along tracks as well of hard dance floor beats that make you loose yourselves during his performance. His sets usually start smoothly taking you on a musical journey and ascends towards the end, in less than 60 minutes you connect with his soul and crave for more showers of musical blessings.
The dj also does house mixes for “Glow In The Dark Radio Show” which airs on SBIS 2 FM every 2 weeks at 10pm on Thursdays. In August 2017 he released his first single “Vuka” featuring songbird NiNi Mhlanga which has been rotating on national radio and receiving amazing responses in the streets of Swaziland.
Speech has made his name around all corners of the Kingdom having played at most happening venues since 2009. He is now one of MTN Bushfire Festival resident djs as we still remember his electrifying “2 hour” set he delivered on a Sunday at Bushfire 2016 after the legendary Oliver Mtukudzi’s performance.
The dj has also played residency at the Sibebe Friday Night Live Season 6 and Total Gold Series Season 1,2 & 3 @ House On Fire.
HIGHLIGHT EVENTS;
MTN Bushfire Festival
Southern African Music Conference After parties
Nabalabantfu Arts Festival
The Awakening Party
Sibebe Friday Night Live
Total Gold Seies
Durban Swazi Party
Inhaca Crossover Party
Speech has played along djs;
Black Coffee (SA), Cndo (SA), Christos (SA), Dj Fresh (SA), Vinny Da Vinci (SA), Karyendasoul (SA), Cornelius SA, Swiss (SA), Black Motion(SA), Zinhle (SA), DiloXclusiv, Thando Thabethe (SA), Sdunkero (S.A), Andy X (S.A), Shabba & Madumane (Ligwalagwala FM), Toby 2 Shoes (SA), Eltonnick (S.A), Soso (S.A), Crooks, Master P, Mkay, DD Cool, MBO,Lady Cream, and Karly B just to name a few.
He has played at venues like;
_ Eyadini Lounge (Durban), Magaba Lounge (Durban), Insimbini Lifestyle (Durban), Mashamplane’s Lounge (Durban), Elangeni Lodge (Nkomazi), Endumbeni (Nelspruit), Adams Bar (Nelspruit), House On Fire, De Javu Lounge/ Esibayeni Lodge, Tinkers, Ocean Waves Chillout, Supa Rock, Club 747, The Egg Yolkand most known venues locally.
He is also a House Music DJ & Producer || Radio Mix DJ on SBIS 2FM and http://Liveaux.com
Influences:
Manoo, Ziyawa KaZitha, Black Coffee, Culoe De Song, Osunlade, Da Capo
Awards:
MTN SWAMA AWARDS 2018 NOMINEE, BEST HOUSE ARTIST
Booking Agent
speechumlangeni@gmail.com
MandisaMamba:[Eswatini]
Biography:
Mandisa Mamba
is a diverse RnB singer/songwriter who has been active since 2016 and has
achieved major success in her home country, Swaziland. She has recently been nominated for "Best Female artist in Southern Africa" at the AFRIMA 2018(All Africa Music Awards). In only a year of
entering the music industry, Mandisa was nominated Best RnB artist at the MTN SWAMA Awards 2017, has been listed
as one of the Artists to watch in 2018 by Glam Africa Magazine, as well
as performed at one of the worlds biggest festivals twice in a
row; Bushfire 2017/18.
She released her first single ‘Power’ in
March 2016 and has since released five more
singles (Dutty Wine, Fly, Hello America, Party, Love Fiend) as well as collaborated
with various artists and DJs in the year 2017. Most of her records are on heavy
rotation and have been doing exceptionally well on the Swazi top 20 Charts.
Mandisa recently had her first independent
show called; The Super Power Experience, on the 14th of April 2018, which was a huge success. She opened for one of South Africa’s biggest
Hip-Hop artists, Reason, during his album tour in
2017. She currently collaborated and released a song with world renowned DJ Dino Bravo (ft. Nelz, one of South
Africa’s rising hip-hop stars) entitled ‘Stay Real’.
Mandisa believes in serving, empowering and
encouraging through her gifts/talents, thus she wrote and
dedicated her single ‘Fly’ to the (International)
Girl Child Foundation in Swaziland. She has also partnered with foundations and initiatives such as ; Young
Lives Swaziland, Live and Direct, and 'Got it Get it'
HIV/AIDS initiative.
Performance Highlights:
The Super Power Experience
2018
BushFire Festival 2018/17
Sibebe Friday Night Live
2018
Jazz Celebration Festival
2018
Reason's Love Girls (Album
tour) 2017
International Trade fair
2017
ICT Fair 2017
King Terry After Dark Show
Yebo'gogo Yebo'mzala Music
Festival 2016
L'mankelenkele Music
Festival 2016
The BigFive 24hr party 2016
The Swazi Mobile BigFive 24hr party 2017
Social Media:
Soundcloud: Mandisa Mamba
Instagram: MandisaMamba_sd
Twitter: MandisaMamba_sd
Contacts:
Email:mambamandisa@gmail.com
Cell: Swaziland:(+268) 76 424 326
South Africa(+27) 605 847 757
The Swazi Social Market: Artisants
House of Penny
House of Penny is in the business of making beadwork and she started beading in 2013 with the support of friends
and family. Now she operates at a larger scale and people all over Swaziland are loving
her work. House of Penny is based and works from Manzini.
Carol Croc's Creations:
Carol Croc's Creations is a clothing line
aimed at elegantly dressing up all the women that want to stand out from the
rest in style, it offers outfits for all events, from uniforms, wedding gowns to corporate
wearbead. Carol Crocs Creations is based in Manzini Ngwane Park.
Facebook CAROL CROC'S CREATIONS
Wristbands by Saba & Bubbles
Saba & Bubbles specializes in wrist bands using mainly
wool and decorates them with chains, beads, spikes & buttons. They also make
chokers using lace and clothing material and decorate them with chains and
beads. Saba & Bubbles work from home and make home deliveries to different locations. They are
based in the city of Mbabane.
CHRIS JASPER [USA]
INTRODUCTION
If you are familiar with THE ISLEY BROTHERS, then you know Rock
& Roll Hall of Fame inductee, CHRIS JASPER, an integral member of THE ISLEY
BROTHERS during the 1970s and 1980s—their gold and platinum years—from the 3+3 (1973)
to Between the Sheets (1983) albums. These were the years when THE ISLEY
BROTHERS were a self-produced, self-contained group. If you are familiar with
THE ISLEY BROTHERS, then you have heard the music of CHRIS JASPER, who was
primarily responsible for writing, arranging and producing all of THE ISLEY
BROTHERS music during this time, including such beautiful love songs as “For
The Love of You” and “Between the Sheets” and uptempo funk such as “Fight the
Power.” His arrangements and instrumentation as a classically-trained musician,
and his expertise on the keyboards and synthesizers, are the foundation of the
legendary “Isley Brothers Sound.” When the six members of THE ISLEY BROTHERS
disbanded (1984), Marvin and Ernie Isley joined CHRIS JASPER and formed
ISLEY-JASPER-ISLEY. Without this crucial musical component, THE ISLEY BROTHERS
were no longer a self-produced, self-contained group. CHRIS JASPER brought his “unique
sound” and musical talents to ISLEY-JASPER-ISLEY, and topped the charts singing
lead vocals on “Caravan of Love” (1985), a song that was covered by English
recording group, the Housemartins, an international #1 pop hit. “Caravan” was
also used in commercials as part of a Dodge Caravan advertising campaign. He
was also awarded a CEBA Award For Excellence for a Miller Brewing Company
commercial. The music for that commercial formed the basis for “Brother to
Brother” from the “Different Drummer” album, which supported the anti-apartheid
struggle going on in South Africa at that time. His music has also been used in
radio and television commercials, including “Who’sThat Lady” (Swiffer) and “Between
The Sheets” (L’Oreal).GAZIBO:[ESWATINI]
GAZIBO WE SET THE TREND 2014
FABRIC OF AN
AFRICAN HEART
EXECUTIVE/MANAGEMENT
BRAND DIRECTOR –
Siphesihle Mtsetfwa
SALES MANAGER – Mangaliso Langa
PROJECT MANAGER – Ntandoyenkosi
Ngubane
PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER – Ayanda
Nkambule
DESIGN - Siphesihle Mtsetfwa & Lucy Phiri
VISION
Judging from the 3 years of the brand
operation we are building an empire in the ARICAN FASHION INDUSTRY. Our growth
is a true reflection of the future, GAZIBO at one point in time wishes to bring
a sense of style and elegance in the world, setting new trends and coming up
with fresh ideas and designs that will serve the interest of our clients.
MISSION
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To give quality clothing
at a profit or loss
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Number one fashion label
in Africa
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Raise the standard of
FASHION DESIGN in Africa
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To be an International
brand.
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Provide employment
opportunities.
ABOUT THE BRAND
GAZIBO
is an African Clothing Brand that was established in Mbabane Swaziland, It has
been on the street since 2010. The brand provides Casual, Formal and Hip-Hop
wear. The inspiration behind the brand is drawn from the magnificent gazebo
structures. These are outdoor pavilion
structures octagonal in shape and open on all sides. The unique and sophisticated
design of the gazebo defines the true beauty and inspiration of the brand. The
brand aims at providing quality clothing and setting new fashion trends
worldwide. Our priority is to bring new fashion designs and creativity to serve
our clients.
IN A NUT
SHELL
·
GAZIBO is a brand
inspired by pavilion structures referred to as gazebos
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This very fresh and funky
clothing label was born right here in Swaziland and aims at improving and
introducing new African Fashion Trends.
·
GAZIBO hails from Mbabane
and also has flagship store Mbabane CASUAL IDEAS STORE.
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This young and exciting
new brand is bursting with color and innovation.
·
The company itself is
still in its infancy as it has only been kicking since 2010,
·
But that doesn’t mean it
hasn’t made an impact in the short space of time that it has been up and
running
·
GAZIBO is taking some
serious stripes into the big world of African popular street culture.
WHAT WE OFFER
CASUAL
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HIP-HOP
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FORMAL
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CARDIGAN JERSEY
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ROUND NECK T-SHIRTS
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WAIST COAT
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DOUBLE BREAST JERSEY
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MINI SKIRTS
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SHIRTS
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VESTS
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HOODY SWEATERS
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SLIM FIT TROUSER
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SWEATER
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SHORTS
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SUITS
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V-NECK T-SHIRTS
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FLAT CAPS & BEANIE
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DESIGNER DRESSES
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GOLF T-SHIRTS
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BAGS
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V-NECK JERSEY
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TRACK PANTS
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TANGY TOPS
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CROSSOVER STYLED JERSEY
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Contact details: Siphesihle Mtsetfwa - (+268)76289737
gazibowear@gmail.com
GROOVE MEDITATION SESSIONS:
Musquash Muzi D:[Zambia]
Born Mushambı
Treasure Chıhota on 22 March 1984, Musquash Muzı D ıs a Reggae, Ragga and
Dancehall artıst. He was born and raısed ın Lusaka Zambıa, were he also
attended hıs prımary school. Durıng hıs prımary days after school he would
record on other establıshed artıst's ınstrumentals wıth hıs chıldhood frıend he
consıders hıs brother Wılson Ndhlovu knwow as Wıl Buda from the musıc crew Fıre
Empıre.
He dıd hıs hıgh
school ın Southern Provınce and Central Provınce of Zambıa, where hıs musıc
started to take a serıous course, after meetıng fellow musıc lovers lıke Tanonga
Nswana known as T Boy! Durıng free class perıods Musquash Muzı D would wrıte
songs and freestyle for hıs classmates! After hıgh school Musquash decıded to
get serıous wıth recordıng hıs musıc, he recorded hıs fırst sıngle "Sela
Boı" when he was ın a group he formed called DragLords wıth Sıdney Njala
known Rasısms Kushnayaman and Wıl Buda. Then later recorded another sıngle
"Palıye" wıth Wıl Buda, thıs tıme as a duo DragBoyz. Thıs dıd not
last long, he went solo and recorded two sıngles "My hood" and
"Fake Frıends".
He went quıet for
some tıme after relocatıng to west Afrıca, then he relocated to South Afrıca
and started workıng on hıs musıc wıth RnB/Soul sınger Wandıle known Tıctoc of Tıctoc
Studıos, were he recorded a couple of songs ıncludıng hıt sıngles
"2by2", "Blaze" featurıng Unathı and "Ichı
Chıkondı(Thıs Love)" featurıng Tıctoc hımself.
He decıded to do some
musıc productıon lessons at Soul Candı Instıtute of Musıc. Afterwards he decıded
to joın Blakbuoy Entertaınment owned by Chrıstopher Austın Phırı known as Chrıs
Wado and they formed Blakbuoy Medıa Group were he recorded hıs Mıxtape
compılatıon "Sound It Vol. 1"
They sıgned rapper Es
Que, Sınger Snotty Lace and NDS rapper Catallyst!
Musquash Muzı ıs back
ın Zambıa workıng on hıs debute album 'Natural Hıgh"
He ıs also workıng on
a new vıdeo and soon he ıs releasıng a new sıngle.
Music link: www.hulkshare.com/musquashmuzıc
Born Mushambı
Treasure Chıhota on 22 March 1984, Musquash Muzı D ıs a Reggae, Ragga and
Dancehall artıst. He was born and raısed ın Lusaka Zambıa, were he also
attended hıs prımary school. Durıng hıs prımary days after school he would
record on other establıshed artıst's ınstrumentals wıth hıs chıldhood frıend he
consıders hıs brother Wılson Ndhlovu knwow as Wıl Buda from the musıc crew Fıre
Empıre.Music link: www.hulkshare.com/musquashmuzıc
(Prince) Marvel:[Zambia]
Government name: Mandona James kasamanda
Date of Birth: 11th June, 1990
Marvel Started writing at the young age of 13, about 2 years after he
started listening to hip hop. At that time his influences were mostly
Eminem, Ja Rule, Nas, Jay Z and 2 Pac. As he heard more and wrote more
throughout his high school years his passion for the art grew. His
writing skills started to get him noticed as he posted notes of his
poetry and rhymes on facebook. He began to host and participate in
online battles and won one local particular online competition where he
battled and stood out amongst a good number of prominent emcees. A few
months after this, he submitted to all the pressure from fans and
decided to give recording a chance.
His first studio recording, a cover of the well known fabolous single ‘breathe’ took the
underground rap scene by storm. Everyone who heard the song wondered who this 18 year old metaphor and punch-line kid was. That same song caught the ear of So Good Ent, Zambia’s most talent filled and fastest growing record label. Superman, the company C.E.O quickly proceeded to signing him and he began working on his first gift to the hip hop world which is his soon due mixtape ‘Just bars’. He was also inducted into the super group 2wo 1ne and shot a video called ‘Mwine Filimu’ which aired locally and can be seen on youtube. He later departed from 2wo 1ne and remained a solo act as he didn’t really fit their genre or style. So Good has groomed and guided him into becoming one of the most feared local English rappers the country has ever seen. Working with and receiving advice from talented peers such as Salma, Scarlet, 5ive 4our, Krytic and K Star has helped him a lot.
Facebook: Marvel SoGood
Date of Birth: 11th June, 1990
Marvel Started writing at the young age of 13, about 2 years after he
started listening to hip hop. At that time his influences were mostly
Eminem, Ja Rule, Nas, Jay Z and 2 Pac. As he heard more and wrote more
throughout his high school years his passion for the art grew. His
writing skills started to get him noticed as he posted notes of his
poetry and rhymes on facebook. He began to host and participate in
online battles and won one local particular online competition where he
battled and stood out amongst a good number of prominent emcees. A few
months after this, he submitted to all the pressure from fans and
decided to give recording a chance.His first studio recording, a cover of the well known fabolous single ‘breathe’ took the
underground rap scene by storm. Everyone who heard the song wondered who this 18 year old metaphor and punch-line kid was. That same song caught the ear of So Good Ent, Zambia’s most talent filled and fastest growing record label. Superman, the company C.E.O quickly proceeded to signing him and he began working on his first gift to the hip hop world which is his soon due mixtape ‘Just bars’. He was also inducted into the super group 2wo 1ne and shot a video called ‘Mwine Filimu’ which aired locally and can be seen on youtube. He later departed from 2wo 1ne and remained a solo act as he didn’t really fit their genre or style. So Good has groomed and guided him into becoming one of the most feared local English rappers the country has ever seen. Working with and receiving advice from talented peers such as Salma, Scarlet, 5ive 4our, Krytic and K Star has helped him a lot.
Facebook: Marvel SoGood
2.0(Two point O):[swaziland]
- 2.0 is a DJ duo made up of two friends, Dj Lil D (Lindokuhle Dlamini) and Dj Fantacy (Phephela Mdluli). Before they formed 2.0, the two young men used to meet frequent times at different hangout spots and where they were booked together.
Dj Fantacy, was groomed under Dj Laylow of Muzika Feliz Events & Marketing, he used play under this company at events such as Pub Nites at Lugogo Sun, Afterwork Network Sessions at Mavuso Sports Cafe, Room Service concept parties at Esibayeni Lodge.
Dj Lil D, played under the Music Baptism stable, run by Andile Ace Hlophe, he was a resident at the Egg Yolk at the George Hotel (Manzini) where he got to learn more about djing & sound in general and played at various events such as weddings, corporate functions and at football matches.
The duo then had a chance to share a set at Tinkers (Manzini) which is where they realized they have something in common, two minds that complement each other in track selection, mixing, and reading the crowd.
2.0 specializes in house music of which their is selected to make people dance, they move from afro house, to soulful house and also touch on some classic house from back in the days, when they deliver their set you can expect a lot of energy and will make you dance guaranteed!
2.0 has played at venues like Joe's Snack Lounge (Belfast, Mpumalanga), Ocean Waves Chillout, The Egg Yolk, Mavuso Sports Centre, Matsapha Flying Club and currently resident djs at Tinkers in Manzini. They have shared the stage with the likes of Shota (SA), Lulo Café (SA), Voodoo (SA), Dj Ntiks (SA), Dj Chronics (SA), Dj Ace, Mr 505, Dj Tempt, Dj Ice, Dj Laylow, Speech Umlangeni, Dj Karly B, Dj NYD and Dj Stitch just to name a few. 2.0 is also in studio working on their singles for their 1st house music project.
Download and Listen their mixtapes on the link below:
fantacylild.podomatic.com fantacylild@gmail.com
You can follow them on Twitter; @Fantacy_SD @SkynetLilD
And like their Facebook page; 2.0 ‘’Fantacy vs Lil D’’
For bookings and media enquiries contact; Email: umnovuconcepts@gmail.com Cell: +268 7633 1518 or +268 7680 9260
Tre Damit:[USA]
Damit he’s good! A man well deserving of this claim as part of his moniker is the talented Tre Thompson. He is known throughout the House music community as DJ TreDamit. Tre delivers sound versatility, spinning house music that spans all of its subgenres and makes a body move!
This Carolina native’s musical journey began in the 1990’s when he fell into a local spot that extended musical love through this thing called “House.” Tre traveled the country as a dancer, exposing him to an eclectic mix of sounds, but he promptly unleashed his entrepreneurial spirit to become the producer of his own dance shows and an excellent promoter.
This Carolina native’s musical journey began in the 1990’s when he fell into a local spot that extended musical love through this thing called “House.” Tre traveled the country as a dancer, exposing him to an eclectic mix of sounds, but he promptly unleashed his entrepreneurial spirit to become the producer of his own dance shows and an excellent promoter.
When he was not traveling with dance, he was spinning House music. His talent is richly rooted in the raw sounds of rock, reggae, punk metal, soul, disco and hip-hop, all of which are major contributors to the House music sound so loved today. Tre’s unparalleled ability to flood dance floors laid the foundation for him to be graciously adopted into the 90hz.org family, where he has been delivering a weekly transmition of his customized sounds, THE DAMIT SHOW, for years.
An organic progression into music production was only a matter of time and a number of collaborations and original works are currently evolving. Today DJ TreDamit has several remixes under his belt including releases from Treehouse Muzique (San Francisco), Soul Magnifique (Chicago), and United Music Records. When admired by fans of his musical style, this man of modesty says, “I feel like I’m just beginning.” He aspires to become a relevant force in House music, honing his skills and sharing his gift with “house heads” around the world. He just might very well be at a nightclub near you soon – anywhere across the globe.
Kristopher Muse:[USA]
"Kristopher grew up on Chicago House from an early age, listening to late night mix shows on WBMX, WGCI. In the mid 90's he got involved with Chicago's underground party scene and was befriended by many of the local Producers and DJ's.
Having played live and worked with many of house musics biggest names and brightest talent, locally in Chicago and the U.S. abroad, Kristopher has built an overall reputation for his laid-back yet steadfast attitude off the decks, and his ability to set his dance floors on fire with style. Truly one of Chicago's golden children of House he's far now from where he first picked up a trumpet at the age of nine. Kristopher's innovative techniques in digital production and sound design has repeatedly proven himself beyond studio worthy. Producing a diverse array of sounds from Lounge Jazz to Deep and Soulfull House Music to Gritty Techno tracks. You can find some of his work on most download sites under the monikers Kwak, Soul Magnifique, 18th St. West, DaMonkeyNutz, Blu-Sol and many more.
With all this love, hard work, and dedication he's shared with the scene for more than 15 years as evidence, its safe to say that Kristopher Muse will be a name in the eyes and ears of the house music fans and fanatics for many more years to come."
Having played live and worked with many of house musics biggest names and brightest talent, locally in Chicago and the U.S. abroad, Kristopher has built an overall reputation for his laid-back yet steadfast attitude off the decks, and his ability to set his dance floors on fire with style. Truly one of Chicago's golden children of House he's far now from where he first picked up a trumpet at the age of nine. Kristopher's innovative techniques in digital production and sound design has repeatedly proven himself beyond studio worthy. Producing a diverse array of sounds from Lounge Jazz to Deep and Soulfull House Music to Gritty Techno tracks. You can find some of his work on most download sites under the monikers Kwak, Soul Magnifique, 18th St. West, DaMonkeyNutz, Blu-Sol and many more.
With all this love, hard work, and dedication he's shared with the scene for more than 15 years as evidence, its safe to say that Kristopher Muse will be a name in the eyes and ears of the house music fans and fanatics for many more years to come."
Past Gigs / Residencies:
Glow, Chicago, IL USA
Big Wig, Chicago, IL
Evil Olive, Chicago, IL
Red Dog, Chicago, IL
OHM, Chicago, IL USA
Green Dolphin Street, Chicago, IL USA
Motor, Detroit, MI USA
Congress Theater, Chicago, IL USA
House of Blues, Chicago, IL USA
Inferno, Madison, WI USA
Mantra, Milwaukee, WI USA
Cafe Lura, Chicago, IL USA Resident
Three, Milwaukee, WI USA
Bonnie & Clydes Lifestyle Boutique, Chicago, IL USA
Cuatro, Chicago, IL USA
Zentra, Chicago, IL USA
Smartbar, Chicago, IL USA
Firestone, Orlando, FL USA
Roxy, Orlando, FL
Adidas Originals, Miami FL WMC USA
Cassanovas, Miami Beach, FL USA
Shore Club, Miami Beach, FL USA
Cleavlander, Miami, Beach, FL USA
Love + Hate, Miami Beah, FL USA
222 Hyde San Francisco, CA USA
Cardiff Lounge, San Jose, CA USA
Glow, Chicago, IL USA
Big Wig, Chicago, IL
Evil Olive, Chicago, IL
Red Dog, Chicago, IL
OHM, Chicago, IL USA
Green Dolphin Street, Chicago, IL USA
Motor, Detroit, MI USA
Congress Theater, Chicago, IL USA
House of Blues, Chicago, IL USA
Inferno, Madison, WI USA
Mantra, Milwaukee, WI USA
Cafe Lura, Chicago, IL USA Resident
Three, Milwaukee, WI USA
Bonnie & Clydes Lifestyle Boutique, Chicago, IL USA
Cuatro, Chicago, IL USA
Zentra, Chicago, IL USA
Smartbar, Chicago, IL USA
Firestone, Orlando, FL USA
Roxy, Orlando, FL
Adidas Originals, Miami FL WMC USA
Cassanovas, Miami Beach, FL USA
Shore Club, Miami Beach, FL USA
Cleavlander, Miami, Beach, FL USA
Love + Hate, Miami Beah, FL USA
222 Hyde San Francisco, CA USA
Cardiff Lounge, San Jose, CA USA
Website: soulmagnifique.bandcamp.com/
Twitter: twitter.com/soulmagnifique
Soundcloud: soundcloud.com/soulmagnifique
Facebook: facebook.com/soulmagdj
RA
DJ Page: residentadvisor.net/dj/kristophermuseKimoohe:[South Africa]
A new upcoming
artist who goes by the name of Kimoohe has reached the airwaves with his
unique style of rapping fusing local slang with American ebonics. Before
leaving for the States in '98, he has endured a brutal life of violence
having to grow up in a bad neighborhood that is drug infested. Coming
back home in 2006 he has refused to being a statistic of his environment
in that saying Kimoohe has a dream to make a change in his community, he
is now a founder of Fourth Rich Entertainment and as Kimoohe is also a
very community oriented member volunteering into a lot of venues around
his resident that he has even started a foundation called First Brick
Clique a community service program that deals with inner-city children
in government schools ages 9 to 16 giving guidance to them on making the
right life choice decisions. With his organisation he has helped many
of his colleagues around his township to reach their goals too as he
has. He would like to come and perform for the young inmates in the
correctional confined facilities, with the 2 tracks "Murder Capital" and
"Cash Flow" which has skyrocketed this artist. The content of the
tracks are self explanatory, in an adequate hindsight the artist is
addressing young minds to rise and not to be proud of their ignorance of
not caring about the future let alone the past.
Bibliography:
Started off in a group bases in Uptown Manhattan called the Young Tigers.
Not
being signed alleviated him to take it serious spending his summer
holidays writing his raps. (At 12 years old)throughout junior High
school he used to go to open mic sessions, involving himself in mc battles
taking this new culture as his own.
He
started to set the bar high when he dropped his first underground
mixtape which was called From Harlem 2 Durban (Kwa Mashu most wanted) in
2008 since then has been making underground noise with his singles of
his mixtape one which we can all remember is "Swingin" from his second
mixtape made in 2010 called kick Off. The track made him a phenomenal
sensation depicting this upcoming rapper from one of the roughest
neighborhoods in the Republic of South Africa had to bring to the rap
game let alone the entertainment industry. Look out for more from this
talented young man as he shoots up in the road stardom star soon to be
born.
Look out for his mainstream mixtape that dropped Dec 16 titled
Durban Legend..
Contacts:
Mobile: +2771 704 0182
Email: sibisiwandile@gmail.com
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/inngozi-ink-empire
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/inngozi-ink-empire
Lukie Luke:[South Africa]
Thabo Luke Nyathi whom you guys may know as “Lukie Luke” taken from my second name is a youngling in his teens and the product of a black/African woman and coloured man formally known as “parents”.
Just like every artist, I too believe I have something of worth to offer to the public. My interests recline in the fields of music, drama, art, fashion, yes food, money of course, literature, spoken word and God’s creation. These interests are what mould my musical craft. I’m what the masses may call a rapper, but to be quite frank, I don’t really like the term “rap or rapper” because it’s often associated with a lot of negativity and violence.
I’m just a kid with a dream and a pen, hoping to write my story on every heart. I possess what some may call poetic skills and they are evident in the house and hip-hop music I make. My number one inspiration would be God and all that he placed around me.
Blog : Lukielukegraham.tumblr.com
Facebook : Lukie Luke graham
The Antidotes:[Swaziland]
The Antidotes come to offer a beautiful description of art through
their music. The group compromises of young & talented producers
& deejays,namely;- Tebogo 'Soul Secured' Mojapelo,
- Mmeli Hlanze,
- Sakhile 'Brainz' Mkhonta,
- Samkeliso 'Sam-K' Shongwe
- Sizo 'Dideo' Hlophe.
They have since worked alongside well renowned producers such as Cei Bei, Oscar P & Rocco, Darque, Dj Harris, Deepillusion just to name a few. The Antidotes have featured on labels such as Adaptation Music (UK), Smooth Agents Rec, Open Bar(USA), PengAfrica, Nu Deep(France) and most recently,their self-owned label, Antidote Music.
Here's a sample of their recent works:
For more of their works, check them out Antidote Music on Soundcloud.
If you like what you hear, here's a link to buy their music on Traxsource
For bookings contact these numbers: +27791687926
+26876681020
+26876031051
(international call rates may apply)
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Molovski (Ski-Boi):[South africa]
Douglas Molefe, known behind the mic as Molovski, is
a rap artist from Pretoria who aims to do extraodinary things with his musical talent.
The 22 year-old storyteller who hails from Mamelodi (a township in Pretoria) and later migrated to the Pretoria Eastern suburb of Garsfontein, describes his talent as God-Given and goes further to quote fellow rap artist A.K.A. in saying "No plan B this is all I know".
"Ski-Boi", as he is affectionately known, started
writting
raps at the tender age of 9, however, he only decided to take his talent seriously when he was introduced to Cyphas in his early high school days. He had been getting good critisism from his close friends for his rap skills, but it was the props that he received from his high school seniors as a junior that made him realize that his rapping ability was a gift, as he stood out amoungst the juniors.
The Pretoria representative is closely associated with the likes of Skhokho GP, Ndukuman, Kay Kay and Alpo whom he considers as his brothers and has worked on several projects with the fore-mentioned, including Lokal Celebz which is a rap group that he is a part of.
raps at the tender age of 9, however, he only decided to take his talent seriously when he was introduced to Cyphas in his early high school days. He had been getting good critisism from his close friends for his rap skills, but it was the props that he received from his high school seniors as a junior that made him realize that his rapping ability was a gift, as he stood out amoungst the juniors.
The Pretoria representative is closely associated with the likes of Skhokho GP, Ndukuman, Kay Kay and Alpo whom he considers as his brothers and has worked on several projects with the fore-mentioned, including Lokal Celebz which is a rap group that he is a part of.
He is currently working on his highly anticipated "Monopoly Money" mixtape which is
scheduled to drop in Spring of 2012,and on it he is working with similarly talented beat-makers Charlie Charles and Mercedes, boasting Donje, Kay Kay and Celow as his sound engineers. He impresses his crowd with his story telling ability as opposed to the usual punchline
rapping and he draws his inspiration and ideas from music genres Kwaito, Bubble Gum Pop and Bacadi (an emerging genre that is dominating in his hometown).
His inspirations include Kapa Kapa, Brenda Fassie, Chicco Twala, Mandla Spikiri and American rappers Jay Z and Mos Def. Judging by his talent and determination, this young man
is a force to be reckoned with and he might just reach the flagship of South African music sooner than he expects. Molovski, remember the name and don't forget where you read about him first.
Molovski - Azang' ka Popa So (Prod. by Charlie Charles)
Contact details:
email: molovski@gmail.com
twitter: @skiboi (Douglas Molefe)
Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/molovski
Mobile: 078 583 1484
scheduled to drop in Spring of 2012,and on it he is working with similarly talented beat-makers Charlie Charles and Mercedes, boasting Donje, Kay Kay and Celow as his sound engineers. He impresses his crowd with his story telling ability as opposed to the usual punchline
rapping and he draws his inspiration and ideas from music genres Kwaito, Bubble Gum Pop and Bacadi (an emerging genre that is dominating in his hometown).
His inspirations include Kapa Kapa, Brenda Fassie, Chicco Twala, Mandla Spikiri and American rappers Jay Z and Mos Def. Judging by his talent and determination, this young man
is a force to be reckoned with and he might just reach the flagship of South African music sooner than he expects. Molovski, remember the name and don't forget where you read about him first.
Molovski - Azang' ka Popa So (Prod. by Charlie Charles)
Contact details:
email: molovski@gmail.com
twitter: @skiboi (Douglas Molefe)
Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/molovski
Mobile: 078 583 1484
Music is diverse and comes in many different genres. MadLove is the first rock band we've ever featured here at soulToniq. They are a five man rock band based in Johannesburg and they've been together for five years.
Amongst the musicians and bands they count as influences on their music are U2, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Goo Goo Dolls, Nirvana and Smashing Pumpkins. They've performed at various venues around Johannesburg and Gauteng and have even appeared on Yo-TV.
The five talented individuals that make up this band are as follows:
Shahir Chundra - Lead Vocals/Keyboards.
Nikolai Viedge - Lead Guitar/Keyboards.
Shahan Chundra - Rhythm Guitar.
Shakti Satyapal - Drums.
Grant Sissons - Bass Guitar, Keyboards and Vocals.
They've released a number of tracks and performed covers of a few popular rock song such as Use Somebody by Kings of Leon. We look forward to watching them play at Staged, hosted by soulToniq at Hotel Lamunu.
You can check out some of their live performances on their YouTube channel and some of their tracks on their MySpace page
Contact details:
Shahir Chundra 0723555786
Pedi Swagg (HALAA BEK):[south africa]
Pedi Swagg is made up of three male, hip hop artists from the beautiful province of Mpumalanga and they’re currently based in Lydenburg. Unique sounds is what soulToniq is all about and the Pedi Swagg crew are nothing but unique. They rap in five of the official South African languages; Sepedi, Zulu, Afrikaans, Tsonga and Venda. They are currently working on a mixtape album and it is coming along very well. They have already shot two music videos for their tracks On Top of the World and We Going In, in which they have featured various promising artists from their hometown Lydenburg. They have performed alongside some of Mzanzi's top performing artists such HHP, Khuli Chana, Pro, Shugasmakx and Professor. They have also collaborated with the likes of AB Crazy, Charlie Charles, Nemisis, Kelya and Kay-E on a number of tracks and performances.
They may be new to the scene but they have already formed a lot of connections in the industry due to their talent and have also performed at various high level events and places including, Blue Moon in Nelspruit and Thulamahashe Sports Stadium in Bushbuckridge for 2010 FIFA World Cup opening match celebrations. They have also performed at Thembisa Mbafi Lodge, Mashishing Stadium and Soho club in Sandton.
Check them out on Facebook
Contact Details: 0839375032
JVL aka Joey Luu[Canada]
He started out as a DJ about 3
years ago because of his passion for house and progressive house music. The musicians that have had the biggest impact on his career include Max Vangelli & AN21, Michael Woods, Avicii,
Alesso, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike and Porter Robinson.
Two years ago, his passion for the music led him to start producing his own tracks, due to his frustration of having to play other people’s music. He wanted to create a new sound and an identity for himself in the house music and club scene. He runs his own production studio, JVL Productions and has produced a number of un-signed hit tracks. He is currently working on 5 collaborations with producers from the U.S.A, the U.K. and South America.
One of his own works, “Culture Shock” was released on BeatPort by Blazz Records on the 10th of March and is doing well on the charts.
This is one of two
current personal projects that are set to hit the dance floors of clubs and the
sound systems of thousands of people across the globe. We expect more tracks from him in the near future, but for now we'll be enjoying the awesome tracks available from his collection.
Give him a shout out on his Facebook page.
http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/JVL/159655334090537
Samples and full tracks are available on Soundcloud page
http://soundcloud.com/jvl-joey-luu
DJ Mtshepang: [South Africa]
After the long slog of hard work in studio, he has built a strong international following. He delivers uniquely both on the desks and on his production in terms of technique, tunes and concept of sound in a way few producers/DJs do. Further cementing on his status as one of the young key players in the music scene. His music caught the attention of Carlos Mena the co- founder of Ocha Records (with legendary Osunlade) who immediately signed the youngster to their stable based in Miami, FL USA.
His music much respected by the likes of legendary DJ Mbuso, Clive Bean, Ian Friday, Justin
Imperiale, Lars Behrenroth, Mikki Afflick, Edground and other well- known producers/DJs and it has been licensed by labels like NuDeep Music (Bordeaux, France), Cabana Recordings (New Jersey, USA), Deeper Shades Of House (Los Angeles, USA), Grooveland Music (Taubate, Brazil), Bomba Records (South Africa) and a few others. On his short music career he has worked with international and local artists like CASAMENA, Tamara Wellons, Robert Carvalho, Carolyn Harding, Azee Project (of fame Brazilian Soul Crew), Tshepside and Lulama on track collaborations. He has done remixes for Ananda Projects, SoundQuest, Azee Projects, Brazilian Soul Crew, Sheyi, Carolyn Harding, and other more. Along with production and alias of work he also showcases his radio show Afrika’s Night on Greece based radio station Smoothtraxx Radio.
DJ Mtshepang is the founder of Karanga Records and his goal is to make people happy by not only being a real person but by trying to provide quality music and carrying the tradition of his legends that inspired him.
Bookings contact Miss Bhoza
Call; +27 72 269 1262
Email; missbhoza@bhoza.co.za
Website; http://www.djmtshepang.co.za/
@djmtshepang http://www.twitter.com/djmtshepang
http://www.facebook.com/tsheposono
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