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Penwell Kunene

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Penwell Chingchong Kunene was a talented South African vocalist and former member of the group Splash. In 1991, he joined forces with his two musician friends, Dan and Tshimange, and formed a pop reggae group called Matshikos. Their debut album, "The Park is Mine," garnered success. Unfortunately, Penwell Kunene passed away, leaving behind a notable musical legacy, having composed eight out of the 11 tracks on the album before his untimely death.

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