Vusi Sidney Mahlasela Ka Zwane is a Sotho South African singer-songwriter. Traditional beer was brewed to honour his late grandmother.On the day, Mahlasela, who was born in 1965, performed live golden oldies from Dark City Sisters and Mahotella Queens, which were very popular in the 1950s to the late 1970s. These styles include kwela, mbaqanga, isicathamiya, mbube and marabi.The album is already available on digital platforms and it is expected to hit music shelves on August 14.Speaking to SowetanLIVE about his new offering, it became evident that Shebeen Queen is a project that is close to Mahlasela's heart.He explained that his grandmother was forced by circumstances to make a living out selling traditional beer after her husband was murdered in 1961.He said it was important to revisit the moment because his grandmother's place, which was known as Sgodiphola, was not your typical shebeen but a platform for all types of music. The songs in the album have been carefully chosen.The humble legend explained that his grandmother's shebeen became known for its lively musical gatherings at night.He says the shebeen was a place to be where feared gangsters from Eersterus, politicians and ordinary people mingled. What kind of music does Vusi Mahlasela do? Mamelodi's original 'Shebeen Queen' inspired Vusi Mahlasela's new album. He is still doing his performances and taking his music to greater heights. I wanted to honour this music and my grandmother by recording a live show right here in Mamelodi, at Magogo's house.
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The rumours about Vusi Mahlasela death are inaccurate. Vusi Mahlasela returns with moving tribute to gran After a long absence from the local entertainment scene, celebrated folk artist, activist and songwriter Vusi Mahlasela returns with a special tribute to his late grandmother Ida through music that taps into the vibrant and rich South African music culture. The vibrant lyrics and rhythms from his grandmother’s The opportunities around him ignited the desire to sing and play. She was and still is my greatest hero. The grandmother operated an informal community nightclub, in the nearby township of Mamelodi. Mahlasela performs duets with Taj Mahal and Angelique Kidjo … The township has been a centre of African culture and art, and this opened more opportunities for the young Sidney as he grew up surrounded by musicians, poets, and other artists. The township has been a centre of African culture and art, and this opened more opportunities for the young Sidney as he grew up surrounded by musicians, poets, and other artists. Heaven In My Heart 3. He is best known for African folk.During his 20 years as a recording artist, Vusi Mahlasela has collected many accolades, including a South African Music Awards (SAMA) Lifetime Achievement Award in 2012 and The National Order of Ikhamanga which was awarded to him by President Jacob Zuma. "This album is close to my heart because it is not about the venue, which is the shebeen that my grandmother owned.
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