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Zakes Bantwini
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Bio
Zakes Bantwini, born Zakhele Madida, is a South African singer, producer, and label owner. He began his music career as a backing vocalist for famous South African musicians such as Thandiswa Mazwai and Hugh Masekela before releasing his award-winning debut album, "Love, Light & Music," in 2011. Bantwini has released several other successful albums and collaborated with various local and international artists, including Black Coffee and Bucie. He blends various music genres, including house, jazz, and African traditional music, in his music, and his uplifting lyrics inspire positivity and hope. Besides his music career, Bantwini is a successful entrepreneur who founded his own record label, Mayonie Productions, and launched a thriving restaurant chain. Bantwini remains a prominent figure in the South African music industry.
Discography
Albums4
The Star Is Reborn
The Star Is Reborn2023 • AlbumTracks: 10
Ghetto king
Ghetto king2021 • albumTracks: 11
Love, Light & Music
Love, Light & Music2017 • albumTracks: 12
Love, Light and Music
Love, Light and Music2013 • AlbumTracks: 10
EPs1
Jeteme
Jeteme2012 • EPTracks: 1
Singles4
Mama Thula
Mama Thula2023 • SingleTracks: 1
Abantu - Da Africa Deep Remix
Abantu - Da Africa Deep Remix2023 • SingleTracks: 1
Osama -Claptone Remix
Osama -Claptone Remix2023 • SingleTracks: 2
Osama - Bruno Be, Ralk Rework
Osama - Bruno Be, Ralk Rework2023 • SingleTracks: 2
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