Qwabe Twins is a South African Afro-pop duo formed in KwaZulu-Natal consisting of identical twins Virginia and Viggy Qwabe.[1] They were contestant on season 15 of the Idols South Africa.
Qwabe Twins | |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Q Twins |
| Born | 1997 (age 26–27) |
| Origin | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Genres | Afro Pop |
| Years active | 2019–present |
| Labels | Afrotaiment |
| Members |
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Q Twins signed a record deal with Afrotaiment Records, released their debut studio album The Gift of Love (2020).
Their second studio album Words of Hope (2022), debuted number 3 in South Africa.
Career
editIdols South Africa
editIn 2019, Qwabe Twins competed on season 15 of Idols South Africa. Virginia Qwabe performed "Khona" by Mafikizolo featuring Uhuru on the Top 5 and was eliminated. Soon after her sister elimination Viggy withdrew.[2]
2020-2022: The Gift of Love
editShortly after their exit on Idols South Africa,[3][4] they signed a record deal with Afrotaiment Records [5] and released their breakthrough hit single "Hamba" featuring DJ Tira on November 29, 2019.[6] The song music video amassed 5 Million views on YouTube [7] and scooped award at the 2021 Afrotaiment awards.[8] Q Twins was nominated for Newest Find at the 2020 KZN Entertainment Awards.[9][10] In September 18, their single "Show Me" featuring Jaziel Brothers was released.[11] On September 25, 2020, their debut studio album The Gift of Love was released in South Africa.[12][6] At the 15th ceremony of South African Traditional Music Awards, they were nominated for Best Traditional House Music Song and won two awards Female Artist/Group (The Gift of Love )[13] and Best Traditional Collaboration Song.[14]
In October 2021, their single "Ziyakhala" featuring Kabza De Small was released.[15][16]
Their second studio album Words of Hope was released on November 17, 2021. It reached number 3 on iTunes Top Albums.
2023-present: Iqiniso
editOn October 27, 2023, their EP Iqiniso, was released.[17]
Discography
editStudio albums
edit- The Gift of Love (2020)
- Words of Hope (2022)
Extended play's
edit- Iqiniso (2023)
Achievements
editBasadi in Music Awards
edit| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | "Sobonana" | Duo/Collaboration of the Year | Won | [18] |
KZN Entertainment Awards
edit| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Newest Find | Nominated | [9] |
South African Traditional Music Awards
edit| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | The Gift of Love | Best Female Artist/Group | Won | [19] |
| "Laba Abantu" | Best Traditional Collaboration Song | Won | ||
| "Umuhle" | Nominated |
References
edit- ^ Thabisa, Queen (18 May 2021). "Qwabe Twins - Life and Family of Viggy and Virginia the 'Hamba' Singers". buzzsouthafrica. Retrieved 2021-05-18.
- ^ Makwakwa, Wellington (21 October 2019). "Dramatic end for Qwabe twins on Idols SA - Zululand Observer". Zululand Observer. Retrieved 2019-10-21.
- ^ Tjiya, Emmanuel. "The Q-Twins relive their journey after exiting Idols last year". Sowetan LIVE. Retrieved 2020-11-13.
- ^ "Idols SA' twins exit drama: There's a lot more to the story! | Channel". Channel. Retrieved 2019-10-24.
- ^ Zeeman, Kyle. "Qwabe twins bag record deal with DJ Tira". Times LIVE. Retrieved 2020-11-25.
- ^ a b Mazibuko, Nonkululeko (2020-11-26). "Qwabe twins on being in the entertainment industry: "We are here to stay" | Drum". South Africa: Drum. Retrieved 2022-03-27.
- ^ "Qwabe Twins Reach A Major Milestone For Their Music Video - SA Music Magazine". SA Music Magazine.
- ^ Ngcobo, Mavi. "Afrotainment artists honoured!". Daily SUN. Retrieved 2021-06-26.
- ^ a b "Talent overload: All the winners from the first KZN Entertainment Awards". The South African. 16 December 2020.
- ^ Bukola (2020-12-17). "See all the winners from the first KZN Entertainment Awards". Fakaza News.
- ^ Jabulani, John (17 March 2020). "DJ Tira Previews New Song Off Q-Twins Upcoming Album Featuring Jaziel Brothers". Ubetoo. Retrieved 2020-03-17.
- ^ "'We cannot be separated' - Qwabe Twins release their debut album". The Citizen. Retrieved 2021-09-25.
- ^ Shumba, Ano (7 October 2021). "South African Traditional Music Achievement Awards 2021: All the nominees | Music In Africa". Retrieved 2021-10-07.
- ^ Kgobotlo, Boitumelo. "Satma nod for Idols SA stars Qwabe twins and Vhudie - Sunday World". Sunday World. Retrieved 2021-10-04.
- ^ Jabulani, John (27 October 2021). "Q-Twins Announces Upcoming "Ziyakhala" Song Featuring Kabza De Small Release Date". Ubetoo. Retrieved 2021-10-27.
- ^ "Shwashwi: Qwabe Twins Ziyakhala with Kabza". Sunday World. 30 October 2021. Retrieved 2021-10-30.
- ^ "Qwabe twins release new EP | Bona Magazine". Bona Magazine. Retrieved 2023-10-31.
- ^ Rhode, Jade (June 30, 2023). "Here are the 2023 nominees for the Basadi in Music Awards".
- ^ Bambalele, Patience (2021-11-28). "Qwabe twins win big at Satma Awards". Sowetan LIVE. Retrieved 2021-11-29.