UGatsheni
Mlungisi Khuzani Ndlovu (born 14 April 1990), professionally known as uGatsheni is a South African Maskandi artist. Born and raised in Pongola - eNtumbane, 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
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
Studio albums
- Yimi inkosi (2020)
- Umakhal' esondela (2020)
- Inhlupheko (2022)
- Isiqenqe (2022)
- Isigqila Sengoma (2023)
- Uyihlo nonyoko (2023)
Awards and nominations
South African Traditional Music Awards
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | "Emendweni" | Song of the Year | Won | [4][5] |
| Himself | Best Maskandi Artist | Nominated |
References
- ^ 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.