UGatsheni
Mlungisi Khuzani Ndlovu (born 17 January 1990), professionally known as Gatsheni is a South African singer. Born and raised in Pongola, KwaZulu-Natal his musical career began in 2012 at the age of 22.
His studio album Inhlupheko (2022), became commercial successful and certified Platinum by the Recording Industry of South Africa (RiSA).[1]
Career[edit]
Mlungisi Khuzani Ndlovu born 1990 in Pongola, KwaZulu-Natal.[2] His professional musical career began at the age of 22, in 2012.
His studio album Inhlupheko was released on January 28, 2022. The album reached Platinum by the Recording Industry of South Africa selling over 20,000 copies.[3]
Discography[edit]
Studio albums[edit]
- Yimi inkosi (2020)
- Umkhal' esondela (2020)
- Isiqenqe (2022)
- Inhlupheko (2022)
- Uyihlo nonyoko (2023)
- Isigqila Sengoma (2023)
Awards and nominations[edit]
South African Traditional Music Awards[edit]
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | "Emendweni" | Song of the Year | Won | [4][5] |
| Himself | Best Maskandi Artist | Nominated |
References[edit]
- ^ Langa, Phumlani (30 January 2024). "Gatsheni demonstrates the grace of a legend still at the peak of their game". South Africa: Drum. Retrieved 2024-03-05.
- ^ "Mlungisi Khuzani Ndlovu: uGatsheni, The Maskandi Maestro from Phongola | MACBURNERSA DIGITALMacburnersa digital". MACBURNERSA. Retrieved 2024-03-07.
- ^ Langa, Jabulani (2023-10-24). "Maskandi star dominates the charts". DailySUN. Retrieved 2024-03-05.
- ^ Medupe, Kgomotso (2022-10-08). "Gatsheni excited over big win!". DailySUN.
- ^ "Winners | satmaawards.co.za". Retrieved 2024-03-05.