Master KG
| Master KG | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Kgaogelo Moagi |
| Born | 31 January 1996 Tzaneen, Limpopo, South Africa |
| Genres | Electro, Afropop |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, Music Producer |
| Years active | 2016 - Present |
| Labels | Open Mic Productions |
Kgaogelo Moagi (popularly known as Master KG) is a South African musician and record producer. He was born on January 31, 1996, in Calais village, Tzaneen, Limpopo, South Africa. Master KG started loving music at a very young age and rose to fame in 2018 with his album "skeleton move" which bagged some nominations and awards including an AFRIMMA Award for best artist group in the African Electro.[1][2][3] He is also known as the pioneer of Balobedu dance.[2][4]
Early life
Master KG grew up in Calais Village in Limpopo.[1][2] He started playing with beats at the age of thirteen using a computer that his late uncle bought him.[1][2] Master KG is currently in a relationship with Makhadzi.[5]
Career
Master KG's music career started when he got in touch with DJ Maebela and they began experimenting with music software.[4] In 2016, after much practice, he released his first single "Situation." After getting signed to his current record label, Open Mic Productions, Master KG released his debut album Skeleton Move in 2018.[2] Master KG has collaborated with a number of artists including Zanda Zakuza and Makhadzi. He sings in his local language Khelobedu,[4] a language spoken by Lobedu People. Master KG has performed in a number of other countries including Zambia.[6] In December 2018, his song "Skeleton Move" was apparently voted Thobela FM's song of the year and sparked controversy as King Monada's fans felt Malwedhe (which is King Monada's song) deserved the award.[7]
Nominations & Awards
Awards
| Title | Song | Year Awarded | Awarding Board | Associated Artists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best Artiste, Duo or Group
In African Electro[8] |
"Skeleton Move" | 2018 | AFRIMMA | Zanda Zakuza |
| Song of the Year[9][10] | SABC Summer Song | |||
| Best Dance Song[4][9] | Limpopo Music Awards | |||
| Best Male Artist Southern Africa[10][11] | 2019 | African Musik Magazine Awards |
Nominations
| Title | Song | Year Awarded | Awarding Board | Associated Artists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best Music Video | "Skeleton Move"[9] | 2018 | Limpopo Music Awards | Zanda Zakuza |
| Best Song | ||||
| Best Dance Song |
See also
References
- ^ a b c Githuri, Job (2019-07-16). "Everything you need to know about Master KG". Briefly. Retrieved 2020-03-02.
- ^ a b c d e Nkosi, Joseph (2019-12-04). "Master KG Biography, Age, Profile, Record Label, Songs & Music Video". The Nation SA. Retrieved 2020-03-02.
- ^ "African music awards nominees released". Southern Times. Retrieved 2020-03-02.
- ^ a b c d "Bolobedu hitmaker Master KG in the right situation and going places". SowetanLIVE. Retrieved 2020-03-02.
- ^ Masoga, Lesego (2020-02-10). "Makhadzi and Master KG officially a couple". Channel24. Retrieved 2020-03-02.
- ^ "So, this is Master KG". Zambia Daily Mail. Retrieved 2020-03-02.
- ^ "Thobela FM's song of the year drama continues". The Citizen. Retrieved 2020-03-06.
- ^ "AFRIMA 2018 AWARD WINNERS!". DailySun. Retrieved 2020-03-02.
- ^ a b c Leng, Claudio (2019-01-06). "Master KG ends 2018 with a big bang following prestigious award". Briefly. Retrieved 2020-03-06.
- ^ a b "Master KG recognised for his work". SowetanLIVE. Retrieved 2020-03-02.
- ^ "Master KG wins big with international award". SowetanLIVE. Retrieved 2020-03-02.