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- BY NOMBUSO DLAMINI BY NOMBUSO DLAMINI

“I never dreamed about success. I worked for it.”

MBABANE – Some of the biggest DJs in SA, Kabza De Small and Morda Bongz have been added to the 2023 MTN Bushfire line-up.

Hot on the heels of the announceme­nt of a fire list of performing artists from both local and internatio­nal acts, the globally followed show has added these acts, adding on to the Amapiano and House genre, and both have been added to the Ballantine’s stage alongside the four Firefly stage winners who will also have an opportunit­y to perform on the stage namely ; Viwe (SA), Naardie (SA), Yung Tempo (Eswatini) and M Nation (Eswatini). Kabelo Petrus Motha, profession­ally known as Kabza De Small, is a South African DJ and record producer. He is a major figure in the Amapiano genre of House music. Aside from his solo career, Motha is a member of the Scorpion Kings alongside DJ Maphorisa. On the other hand, Morda Bongz, whose real name is Bongani Mohosana, is a renowned South African entertainm­ent personalit­y. He has risen to prominence for his exceptiona­l skills as a recording artist and a music producer. The leading Joburg-born artist is also popular for being a member of Black Motion.

Globally infused, authentica­lly African and proudly Eswatini, MTN Bushfire is one of Africa’s largest multicultu­ral gatherings, illuminati­ng the transforma­tional power of the arts through our call to action for positive social and environmen­tal change, #BRINGYOURF­IRE. This year the festival will be held from May 26 to 28 at the House on Fire at Malandela’s.

In true MTN Bushfire style, the lineup this year will feature a wholesome and family-friendly mix of pan-African and internatio­nal artists from across different genres who do more than simply entertain but use their art as a powerful form of creative expression. The two added artists are also a reflection of the diversity that the event believes in.

MBABANE – Nhlonipho returns to the airwaves with ‘Oh Mama’, a collaborat­ion with Martin Khan from Cameroon and Mo-T from Micasa.

Nhlonipho Dlamini has always worked well with his colleagues and delivers on every tune he contribute­s to and he’s back now with a new collaborat­ion with Martin Khan.

Martin Khan, the exceptiona­lly talented artist hailing from Cameroon, has been making waves in the music industry with his captivatin­g collaborat­ions and unique sounds.

Having worked with renowned talents such as ‘He Produced It’ from Cape Town, Chukido, and Nhlonipho, Martin Khan is now focusing on his upcoming projects, which promise to be nothing short of extraordin­ary.

Among these exciting endeavours is his recent joint effort with the prodigious Jazz pianist, producer, and singer Nhlonipho, featuring the vibrant contributi­ons of Mo-T from Micasa on live instrument­s and the melodious touch of Franky the guitarist.

Collaborat­ion

Their collaborat­ion resulted in the awe-inspiring track, ‘Oh Mama,’ which made its grand debut on May 8, perfectly timed to coincide with Mother’s Day weekend.

“Oh Mama is actually so dear to my heart as it was released on my mother’s birthday and it was the perfect release for mother’s day,” mentioned Nhlonipho.

With heartfelt dedication to mothers, ‘Oh Mama’ is a touching tribute from sons who seek to express their love and appreciati­on in the most profound way possible. Martin Khan, with his distinctiv­e blend of Afro-beat, sweet R&B, and Francophon­e soul, infuses the track with his unmistakab­le musical prowess, creating a harmonious ode to both mothers and the rich tapestry of Mother Africa.

Nhlonipho previously teamed up with Robot Boii on the ‘Yithi Sonke’ EP. The project housed seven tracks and featured contributi­ons from TitoW, Mac Lopez, ilovelethu, PD Jokes, Teekay, Sje Konka, S.O.N, Chukido, Kaynyc, and more. They all did a stunning job on the project.

 ?? (Courtesy pics) ?? SA Amapiano DJ, Kabza De Small and Murdah Bongz aka MORDA (INSET) has been added to the MTN Bushfire festival line-up.
The two artists will perform at the Ballantine­s Stage.
(Courtesy pics) SA Amapiano DJ, Kabza De Small and Murdah Bongz aka MORDA (INSET) has been added to the MTN Bushfire festival line-up. The two artists will perform at the Ballantine­s Stage.
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SA-based liSwati musician, Nhlonipho Dlamini.

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