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Zakes Bantwini
Zakes Bantwini

Zakes Bantwini

Country:ZA
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Gender:male
Influence: 52.30%
Fanbase: 27.87%
Trending: 64.52%
Career Level: mid_level

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1,122,649

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Genres

electronicelectronicdancedeep housesouth african houseafro houseamapianoafricangqom

Biography

Zakes Bantwini, also known as the King of Dance, is a versatile singer, producer, and songwriter known for his fusion of music from various dance genres. His hit single "Osama" has made a significant impact, breaking records and topping Radio Monitor SA for 14 consecutive weeks. Zakes has received multiple awards, including two South African Music Awards (SAMA's) and a Grammy Award for his collaboration on "Bayethe" with Wouter Kellerman & Nomcebo Zikode. As he prepares to release his final album "Abantu" and retire from music, Zakes will shift his focus to managing his company IMG Africa, which represents artists like Boity Thulo and Nomcebo Zikode.

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Artist Intel

Career Stage
mid_level
DMDB Score52305
Fanbase27870
Trending64523