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Heinz Winckler

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Bio

Heinz Carl Winckler is a prominent South Africa musician and singer-songwriter. He rose to fame as the winner of the first season of South African Idols, a popular singing competition show. After his victory on Idols, Winckler released his debut single "Once In A Lifetime," which became a massive hit and went double platinum in South Africa, selling over 100,000 copies. His first album, "One Step Closer," featured this hit song, as well as other popular tracks like "Soledad," a cover of the Westlife song he performed during Idols, and "Next Stop Happiness," which also became a single. Asides from music, Winckler is the lead pastor of LoveKey Church and he's also a worship leader. Winckler remains a well-known figure in South Africa's entertainment industry.

Discography

Albums⁸

The Roar2016 • AlbumTracks: 11

Jy's Bonatuurlik2014 • AlbumTracks: 14

'n Spesiale Aand Met Heinz Winckler2013 • AlbumTracks: 12

24/7/3652011 • AlbumTracks: 17

Ek Kan Weer In Liefde Glo2009 • AlbumTracks: 16

Moment Of Truth2006 • AlbumTracks: 12

One Step Closer2002 • AlbumTracks: 12

Come Alive2001 • AlbumTracks: 12

Compilations²

20 Goue Treffers2015 • CompilationTracks: 20

Grootste Treffers - Greatest Hits, Vol. 12014 • CompilationTracks: 20

Label

Record Label associated with Heinz Winckler - past and current.

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