Sunday, 26 March 2017

Ladysmith Black Mambazo

Ladysmith Black Mambazo


Ladysmith Black Mambazo is a South African Vocal Group that uses the Isicathamizo (Traditional Zulu Music) style. Their formation is accredited to the Group's leader need to replicate the harmonies that he heard in his dreams. They had huge international success after teaming up with Paul Simon on his "Graceland" Album. They have released over 50 Albums, garnering numerous Awards and remains active. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: How long  Hello my baby, Intokozo, Inkanyezi Nezazi, Mbube, Nomathemba, Diamond on the soles of her shoes (with Paul Simon) and Homeless (with Paul Simon)

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ladysmith_Black_Mambazo
Background information
OriginLadysmith, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
GenresIsicathamiyambube
Years active1960–64 (original group)
1964–present (current incarnation)
LabelsGalloWarner Bros.,ShanachieWrasseHeads Up InternationalListen2
Websitewww.mambazo.com
MembersJoseph Shabalala
Thamsanqa Shabalala
Sibongiseni Shabalala
Thulani Shabalala
Msizi Shabalala
Albert Mazibuko
Abednego Mazibuko
Russel Mthembu
Ngane Dlamini
Past membersJockey Shabalala
Jabulani Dubazana
Inos Phungula
Ben Shabalala
Geophrey Mdletshe
Headman Shabalala
Milton Mazibuko
Funokwakhe Mazibuko
Joseph Mazibuko
Walter Malinga
Matovoti Msimanga

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