Uhuru (band) explained

Uhuru
Label:Kalawa Jazmee Records
Years Active:2012–2016
Past Members:

Uhuru (Swahili: freedom) were a South African musical group best known for producing the hit single "Khona" performed by Mafikizolo.[1] Signed to Kalawa Jazmee, the band consisted of Nqobile Mahlanu (Mapiano), Sihle Dlalisisa (DJ Clap), Xelimpilo Simelane (Xeli) and Themba Sekowe (DJ Maphorisa).[2] Independently, Uhuru is best known for hit remixes like "Y-tjukutja" and "The Sound".[3]

Background

Prior to collaborating in 2012, Mapiano and Xeli were friends who were into playing contemporary African jazz in Soshanguve where they originated from.[4] The band members were signed through DJ Clap who was already an artiste signed to Kalawa Jazmee Records.[5] Uhuru manages artwork and production in house as DJ Clap, Mapiano and Xeli mainly act as DJ, pianist and vocalist respectively.[6]

Career

Uhuru shot into limelight in 2013 after the release of the chart-topping single titled "Y-tjukutja", which went on to be dubbed as the song of the year for 2013 in South Africa.[7] The producers also featured in "Khona", a song which topped many music charts and won several awards in South Africa and beyond including the 2014 MTV Africa Music Awards.[8] In 2015, the collaborating artists undertook solo ambitions.[9] By 2016, the Uhuru brand underwent serious challenges and incorporated a new face.[10] Later in 2016, Uhuru released "Own Devices", "The Sound (Remix)" and Free Prophecy, Vol 1. under new management, putting to rest rumoured band break-ups.[11]

Band members

Current roster

Former acts

Discography

Selected singles

As featured artists

Albums

Awards and nominations

See also

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Reunited Mafikizolo are back with a bang . IOL . Therese Owen . 13 March 2013 . 14 August 2015.
  2. News: Uhuru – Y-tjukutja: New music from South Africa . . Phiona Okumu . 9 December 2013 . 14 August 2015.
  3. News: Uhuru's Kwaito-House Anthem 'Y Tjukutja' Ft. Dj Buckz, Oskido, Professor + Yuri-Da-Cunha . Okay Africa . Alyssa Klein . 4 December 2013 . 14 August 2015.
  4. News: Uhuru . African Entertainment . 14 August 2015.
  5. News: Uhuru Y-tjukutja's to victory . Sunday World . 14 August 2015.
  6. News: Uhuru . The Zambezian . Bulelani Ngovi . 28 December 2013 . 14 August 2015.
  7. News: Uhuru's Kwaito-House Anthem 'Y Tjukutja' Ft. Dj Buckz, Oskido, Professor + Yuri-Da-Cunha . Okay Africa . Alyssa Klein . 4 December 2013 . 14 August 2015.
  8. Web site: All the MTV Africa Music Awards winners . The Citizen . 8 June 2014 . 14 August 2015.
  9. News: Uhuru Splits . Viacom . MTV Base . 5 February 2015 . 30 September 2016.
  10. News: Uhuru's house falling apart . Times Media Group . Buchule Raba . 8 December 2015 . 30 September 2016.
  11. News: Free Prophecy, Vol. 1. iTunes Store. 18 December 2016 . 12 January 2017.
  12. News: Uhuru's Kwaito-House Anthem 'Y Tjukutja' Ft. Dj Buckz, Oskido, Professor + Yuri-Da-Cunha . Okay Africa . Alyssa Klein . 4 December 2013 . 14 August 2015.
  13. News: UNSIGNED MUSIC AWARDS – GIGSOUP TALK TO 'BEST ELECTRONIC / DANCE ACT' NOMINEE UHURU . Giselle Tadman . 11 October 2016 . 3 February 2017.

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