Alexandra followers of the evergreen and popular Maskandi musician, Ihashi Elimhlophe will de delighted to know that they can now access the music of this iconic performer and others in a new live-streaming show, Sishaya Ingoma NeHhashi.
The new show offering will be live-streamed as of this Heritage Month on Mzansi. Radio which is run by DBT Studios. This will be the first-ever daily radio show on Mzansi. Radio every day from Monday to Saturday, 12pm to 4pm, hosted by Elimhlophe alongside his wife uMaNgcobo also known as Ebony or better known off the stage as Linah Ngcobo.
In a virtual conference, DBT Studio’s Phindile Mkhabela said, “This is the first time that Maskandi will have a true bona fide media and musical home while also being respected and elevated to the same levels as all other genres of music from around the world.
“With the launch of Sishaya Ingoma NeHhashi, the station will play the best of new and classic Maskandi, and be the home of the true and authentic story of Maskandi. This is a big victory of South African culture and heritage.”
Bheki Ngcobo, popularly known by his stage name of Ihashi Elimhlope said, “This is an exciting time for traditional music lovers. For a long time, I have been seeking ways to revive the Maskandi music, not only for South Africans’ consumption but also for people who stay abroad who wish to connect with their African roots through music.
“This platform affords me that opportunity to take this rare gem of music to the people. We are well on our way of preserving our heritage, and I am proud to be part of this innovative drive.
“I implore people around the country and beyond to support this initiative so that we can continue feeding their musical taste buds, while we also assist emerging artists in this genre to find their voice, and regale fans and lovers of this particular traditional music.”
Maskandi music has a huge following and reverberates in every taxi countrywide, and in Alexandra in particular, the music soothes the heart and soul of the hostel dwellers of Madala and Nobuhle.
To access Mzansi. Radio platform nationwide, which many people are using the app to listen to their choice of gospel, house, hip-hop, Ama piano and Afrikaans music every day, 24/7, simply go to the website www.mzansi.radio and follow the instructions.
Details: Twitter @mzansi_radio; Instagram @mzansi.radio; Facebook Mzansi.Radio; Studio WhatsApp 073 771 4831.
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