Phuzushukela (John Bhengu) was one of the first maskanda musicians,[1] and has been described as a pioneer of the genre[2] and the first rural artist in South Africa to achieve prominence.[3]
Phuzushukela | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | John Bengu |
| Born | 25 March 1930 Nkandla |
| Died | (aged 58–59) Durban, South Africa |
| Genres | Maskandi |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter |
| Instrument(s) | Guitar, Vocals |
He influenced later artists such as Johnny Clegg, Busi Mhlongo and Phuzekhemisi among others.[3]
Discography
edit- Sizwile Nsizwa (1975)
- Asambeni Siye Kwelakithi (1977)
- Sehlule Umkhomazi (1982)
References
edit- ^ "What is Maskanda?". Afropop Worldwide. Retrieved 29 November 2022.
- ^ "Maskandi artists ask govt to turn Phuzushukela's home into museum". SABC News. 20 March 2019. Retrieved 29 November 2022.
- ^ a b "Arts and Culture hosts Phuzushukela Memorial Maskandi Festival, 17 Jul | South African Government". www.gov.za. Retrieved 29 November 2022.
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