Who was in the TKZee Family?

TKZee is a South African kwaito music group formed in 1990’s by three school friends, Tokollo Tshabalala, Kabelo Mabalane, and Zwai Bala. The group shot to prominence in late 1997 and early 1998 with their chart-topping singles “Phalafala” and “Shibobo”.

How was TKZee formed?

They met at the prestigious Joburg high school St Stithians College. In 1992, Bala won a scholarship to attend St Stithians College, where he befriended Mabelane who introduced him to Tshabalala. Four years later, they formed TKZee and, as they say, the rest is history.

When was TKZee formed?

1996
TKZee/Active from

When was dlala mapantsula released?

1998
Dlala Mapantsula/Released

What happened to Mashamplani?

ICONS OF AFRICA Boitumelo aka Tumi of Mashamplani (left in the photo) died in SA on the 27th of Sep 2010 after suffering severe epileptic fit attack. He will be sadly missed, RIP Tumi we love you!!!

Is Dr mageu still alive?

Kwaito singer Ignatius “Dr Mageu” Ntshebele died in prison on Saturday. At the time of his death, the former TKzee member was being held at the Heidelberg prison for raping a friend’s younger sister.

What happened to mageu?

Kwaito singer Ignatius “Dr Mageu” Ntshebele died in prison on Saturday. At the time of his death, the former TKzee member was being held at the Heidelberg prison for raping a friend’s younger sister. The singer’s younger brother, Sam Ntshebele, confirmed that the muso had died at the weekend.

What killed Dr mageu?

Dr Mageu was shot and injured by another kwaito musician on last new year’s eve. Two people were killed and four injured at a kwaito gig the previous summer when security guards opened fire on bottle-throwing fans, and the fans shot back.

What killed purity from 999?

999 music also lost a young star on the rise. Remember Purity who also featured on Arthur Mafokate’s Haaibo music video? Purity passed on in the early 2000’s, Purity death was a result of complications related to meningitis. Alaska member, Les Ma-Ada passed on in 2013 leaving behind his other 4 members of the group.

Is mageu still alive?

Who are the members of the TKZee Family?

Released on their own TKZee Rekordz label, the album showcases the awesome talents of TKZee, who pop up on every track to highlight the versatile skills of the whole Family crew.

When did Guz by TKZee Family come out?

Exactly a year after the release of their sensational debut full-length album, Halloween, Guz superstars TKZee have delivered big time, taking South African music where it’s never gone, and this time around, they’ve had a little help from friends and family.

How many albums did TKZee sell in South Africa?

The album was certified Platinum by the Recording industry of South Africa (RISA), with sales over 200 000 copies and earned them 4 awards at South African Music Awards (SAMA) for Best Kwaito Album, Best Duo/Group, Best Single and Best Kwaito Single.

When did phalafala by TKZee come out?

December 1997 the group released “Phalafala”, sampling Joni Mitchell ‘s Big Yellow Taxi. The song became a hit, with the CD single selling over 100,000 units. The group’s next big release was in the run-up to the 1998 FIFA World Cup.