Ihashi Elimhlophe is a household name in the South African Maskandi genre.

Bheki Ngcobo first established the alias in 1986 and has never looked back.

Today, he is considered as a legend among all musicians in the country.

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His career did not start off with him in the spotlight.

He worked as a guitarist for the legendary Soul Brothers.

Bheki recorded one album with the group before setting his sights on a solo career.

Ihhashi Elimhlophe, Maskandi

Ihhashi Elimhlophe uses a rare 14-string guitar. Image: @ihhashielimhlipheSource: Instagram

Collaborations with other artists

Ihhashi has not been afraid to branch out and collaborate with other artists.

Briefly Newsalso reported thathe recently worked with Nigerian Afrobeats musicianAfroTherapist on a unique new song calledMillion Nites.

It requires talent and hard work.

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Ihhashi Elimhlophe has proven that it is possible.

Themusicproducer isworking on a trackthat mixes Maskandi with Amapiano.

Kabza can be seen bopping his head to the track while a friend hypes him up.

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The clip of the famous artist in studio was shared on Twitter by @ReaDaSoul.

Rea said Kabza is now making Maskandi Amapiano.

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