Posted on June 21st, 2010 by Ruth
Born in Stellenbosch, Heinz Winckler was winner of the first South African series of Pop Idols. He started studying law but gave that up to pursue his music career.
His debut single, Once in a lifetime, went double platinum in South Africa, and he was also nominated for two South African Music Awards.
With the 2003 World Idol competition, Heinz came came fourth!
His second album, Come Alive, was released via BMG, and features more ballads and rhytmic songs as well as songs written by himself.
Heinz has rleased three studio albums and toured the world and is available to appear as an MC as well as a motivational speaker.
Contact Details:
Tel: 0860 110 309
Fax: 086 683 1533
Email: info@bookcelebs.co.za
Website:www.bookcelebs.co.za
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Posted on June 21st, 2010 by Ruth
Born in Durban, Penelope Jane Dunlop joined the all-girl group Pantha in 1979, becoming the lead singer for the rock band Hotline in 1980. When they disbanded in 1987 she set out on her own.
Also known as PJ Powers, she has enjoyed a highly successful musical career in South Africa with a huge following of both Black and White fans.
She has recorded 15 albums and is well known for her UK chart hit World In Union with Ladysmith Black Mambazo in 1995.
Some of her biggest hits like Jabulani she wrote herself. She has shared the stage with music greats like Eric Clapton, Joan Armatrading, Hugh Masekela and others. She sang at the inauguration of President Nelson Mandela and at the 1995 Rugby World Cup.
PJ Powers has received numerous awards and in 2004 she was voted 93rd in the Top 100 Great South Africans.
Contact Details:
Tel: 0860 110 309
Fax: 086 683 1533
Email: info@bookcelebs.co.za
Website:www.bookcelebs.co.za
This Speaker posting about PJ Powers was sponsored by I Lead Speakers South Africa. Should you wish to list your Speaker services for free on this website then contact I Lead Speakers today: info@ileadspeakers.co.za. www.searchengine.co.za also offers free listing services similar to I Lead Speakers
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Posted on June 21st, 2010 by Ruth
Trumpeter, bandleader, composer and lyricist, Hugh Masekela’s mix of jazz, bebop, funk and Afrobeat, of which he has attained platinum status, has inspired his fans and followers for decades.
By the age of 20, he was a member and trumpeter of the Jazz Epistles with renowned pianist Abdullah Ibrahim. In London he studied at the Guildhall School of Music and later in New York. His first album was Trumpet Africa followed by The Americanisation of Ooga Booga.
Paul Simon’s Graceland tour provided fresh exposure along with Miriam Makeba, Ladysmith Black Mambazo and other South Africans.
Returning to South Africa in 1990, his homecoming show “Sekunjalo” – This is IT – played to capacity audiences around South Africa
Hugh Masekela is a legend, a true inspiration of one who rose above the adversitities of the past to make a massive name for himself around the world, but moreso for his adoring fans in South Africa.
Take inspiration from him – he is available as an MC and inspirational speaker.
Contact Details:
Tel: 0860 110 309
Fax: 086 683 1533
Email: info@bookcelebs.co.za
Website:www.bookcelebs.co.za
This Speaker posting about Hugh Masekela was sponsored by I Lead Speakers South Africa. Should you wish to list your Speaker services for free on this website then contact I Lead Speakers today: info@ileadspeakers.co.za. www.searchengine.co.za also offers free listing services similar to I Lead Speakers
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Posted on June 21st, 2010 by Ruth
Danny K graduated from Wits University with a degree in Business Management. With the release of his debut solo album in 2000, he has also released numerous award-winning albums. Named People Magazine’s Hottest SA Hunk in 2003m he has also been named one of SA’s Top Ten Sexiest Men by Cosmolitan’s magazine.
One of South Africas most successful and accomplished recording artists, reaching international superstar status; he has achieved a lot -
- the first South African musician to perform on the Oprah Winfrey Show in Chicago
- multiple nominee at the South African Music Awards – winner of the 2005 SAMA for Best Pop Album
- a host of number one, top ten singles and Gold albums
- esstablished his own Record, Production, Publishing and Management Companies…. and other achievements.
The death of his brother, the most devastating thing to hit the family, had a huge impact on his life, but he fought back from this huge setback to make a name for himself. He is available as an MC and motivational speaker.
Contact Details:
Tel: 0860 110 309
Fax: 086 683 1533
Email: info@bookcelebs.co.za
Website:www.bookcelebs.co.za
This Speaker posting about Danny K was sponsored by I Lead Speakers South Africa. Should you wish to list your Speaker services for free on this website then contact I Lead Speakers today: info@ileadspeakers.co.za. www.searchengine.co.za also offers free listing services similar to I Lead Speakers
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Posted on June 21st, 2010 by Ruth
Formed in early 2002, in 2003 already they launched their debut album Jika Jika under their own Freeground Records label.
Made up of talented and diverse musicians from South Africa, Mozambique and Zimbabwe, the band has been an instant success.
They released their second studio album Nomvula in July 2004. The catchy single ‘Doo Be Doo’ became an instant favourite and was the most played song in South Africa in 2005, followed by other highly popular hits. The album sold 300 000 units in South Africa alone- earning it multi-platinum status.
In 2006 they won the MTV Europe Award in the category Best African Act, establishing them on the international music map.
As highly acclaimed entertainers, this funky bank can be booked as motivational speakers.
Contact Details:
Tel: 0860 110 309
Fax: 086 683 1533
Email: info@bookcelebs.co.za
Website:www.bookcelebs.co.za
This Speaker posting about Freshly Ground was sponsored by I Lead Speakers South Africa. Should you wish to list your Speaker services for free on this website then contact I Lead Speakers today: info@ileadspeakers.co.za. www.searchengine.co.za also offers free listing services similar to I Lead Speakers
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