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Magesh
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Bio
Tokollo Tshabalala, better known as Magesh, was a well-known South African artist, a pioneering Kwaito musician, a key member of the group TKZee, and the son of the well-known South African footballer Stanley 'Screamer' Tshabalala. He played a significant role in shaping the kwaito genre, blending house, hip-hop, and funk influences. TKZee gained fame with their debut album "Take It Eezy" in 1994, followed by successful releases like "Shibobo" (1996), "Weekend Special" (1997), and "Power of 10" (2000). His unexpected death on August 15, 2022, from an epileptic seizure in his sleep, stunned the music industry. His musical legacy cements him as a Kwaito pioneer and an enduring South African cultural icon.
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