Wednesday 13 February 2008

SIMPHIWE DANA

Simphiwe Dana-lead vocals, Priscilla Moeketsi-vocals, Vusi Khobeni-vocals, Sizwe Magwaza-vocals, Nduduzo Makhatini-keyboard, Tshegofatso Didibeng-keyboard, Vuyo Shiburi-bass, Tokoloho Moeketsi-guitar, Bafana Sukwene-drums, Ngari Ndong-percussion

Simphiwe Dana is one of South Africa’s biggest new stars. Her debut album The One Love Movement On Bantu Biko Street recently won practically every South African music award available: ‘Album of the Year’, ‘Artist of the Year’, ‘Best Female Artist’, ‘Best Contemporary Jazz Album’ and ‘Best Vocal Jazz Album’. ‘A talent to rival Lauryn Hill, India Arie and Erykah Badu? Without a doubt. Simphiwe Dana has a voice that pulls you up short.’ (Songlines).

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