Award-winning singer Zakes Bantwini took social media by storm after sharing a throwback picture from 2006 on the decks, juxtaposing it with a recent photo with a caption:
“Dreams delayed are not dreams denied” – Nomthandazo Madida 🕊️❤️
True Story: I remember when we were in Miami with Sibo, telling us about your vision. I’m not gonna lie we were not convinced . On our way flying to JFK Sibo and I discussed it and we were both concerned that our greatest SA performer with legendary james brown moves wants to be a dj🙆🏿♂️. We need to have a word with him. We can’t allow this Ngeke !!! We tried our luck a couple of times but you had already made up your mind. Thank you for being stubborn and followed your gut feeling #nationaltreasure #Zakesbantwini 🌎❤️
A look at Zakes Bantwini’s booming music career
He signed L’vovo Derrango (Thokozani Ndlovu) under Mayonie productions and helped launch his career. They released his self-titled album in 2005, which was nominated for a SAMA award under the best Kwaito Album. Also, his album won best Kwaito and Song of the year awards at the MetroFM awards in 2007.
In 2013 he released his third album, The actual book and the fake book, My musical Bible, to critical acclaim. It snagged a nomination for the 20th SAMA awards under the best dance album category. In 2017 he released the second album instalment to Love, light and music in the form of Love, Light and Music 2.
Besides, his career has been peppered with many singles and work with various artists. He has worked with Black Coffee, his wife Nandi and the songstress Bucie. This shows his dedication to his craft and the flexibility in his work style. Currently, he is focusing on growing his music career and learning the business end of things within the music.