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In 2012, she was asked to lead a song with the Joyous Celebration gospel choir, after Khaya Mthethwa was unable to do so because of a commitment to Idols South Africa. She joined the choir afterwards. [1] Ntombela later left the choir and embarked on a solo career as HLE. She recorded her debut gospel album, titled Your Kingdom on Earth, in 2019.
Empini" was released as album's lead single on 19 June 2020, as well as accompanying music video. [4] The song peaked number one on South Africa Afro Pop Music charts. [5] "Esiphambanweni" featuring Hlengiwe Mhlaba was released on 11 September 2021, as the third single, [6] peaked number one on South Africa Gospel charts. [7]
The album was released on 5 December 2013 to critical acclaim. In a review for South African music website PLATFORM, Kevin Minofu said: "The Brother Moves On is the most important band in the country" and gave the album a score of 90 out of 100. [10] The album also came at number 5 on PLATFORM's list of the best albums of 2013. [11]
Joyous Celebration is a South African gospel group formed by Mthunzi Namba, Jabu Hlongwane and Lindelani Mkhize in 1994. [1]Their debut studio album Joyous Celebration, Vol. 9 (2005), became their best-selling album and certified 2 × platinum in South Africa. [2]
She won Best Contemporary Gospel Album at the first South African Music Awards in 1995. The album was dedicated to peace in South Africa as it transitioned to democracy in 1994. In 1996, she released Shwele Baba; it broke records at the time becoming the fastest-selling album in South Africa, selling 100 000 units within three weeks of release.
Ntokozo Mbambo (born 6 November 1985) is a South African singer-songwriter. Born and raised in Umlazi, [1] Mbambo professional music career began as a member and lead singer of the gospel group Joyous Celebration at the age of 15. She made her on-screen debut as a judge in I Want to Sing Gospel (2014) and Idols SA season 17 (2021).
Lundi started as a backing vocalist for Rebecca Malope, he was then offered his first solo record deal by Tshepo Nzimande.In 1998, Lundi Tyamara released his debut album titled Mphefumlo Wami [4] which sold almost 400,000 copies, he went on to release more than 20 albums in his career winning several awards.
The Soweto Gospel Choir was formed in Soweto, South Africa, by David Mulovhedzi and Beverly Bryer, and producers Andrew Kay, David Vigo and Cliff Hocking in 2002. [1] The more than 30-member ensemble blends elements of African gospel, Negro spirituals, reggae and American popular music.