Did you know that good music may lower blood pressure, reduce anxiety, and improve mood?
Listening to music is one of the top forms of entertainment worldwide.
Famous South African bands and other solo artists have released amazing tracks.
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As a result, you cannot run out of new music to listen to in 2022.
When talented musicians come together, they release masterpieces.
South Africa has some of the topAfrican musiciansglobally.
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Discover various famous South African bands whosemusicyou should listen to in 2022.
Most famous South African bands of all time
There are many music bands in contemporary SouthAfrica.
Some are known for releasing hit tracks and giving electric on-stage performances.
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The ranking is based on the popularity of their songs.
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Polisiekar or FPK
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Polisiekar or FPK, is an Afrikaans alternative rock band from Bellville.
Initially, the group was a mere joke.
The members wanted to shock the predominantly conservative Afrikaner community with its name.
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The members were drawn from the popular bands 22 Stars, New World Inside, and 7th Breed.
Watershed
Watershed is one of the most famous South African bands of all time.
It is known for its signature track,Indigo Girl, released in 2002.
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In 2004, the group’sFine Girlwas used for advertising Wimpy.
The group has released seven albums.
Radio Kalahari Orkes
Radio Kalahari Orkes is a music group fronted by actor Ian Roberts.
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Although the members can sing many genres,the bandmainly focuses on the Cape Malay and traditional Afrikaans styles.
The group has performed locally and internationally.
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The group has performed at numerous events.
Mango Groove
Mango Groove is a popular South African Afropop band.
Its music fuses pop and township music, especially kwela and marabi.
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The group comprises members from various ethnicities.
Hunter Kennedy and Jaco ‘Snakehead’ Venter were the original founding members in November 2007.
Hunter has since left the group.
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Some of the top aKING members areYou and IandIn The Twilightare among the group’s top singles.
Over the years, some members have left, and others have been recruited.
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Joseph Shabalala founded the group in 1960.
The group mainly sings Isicathamiya and mbube songs and has won many awards, includingmultiple Grammys.
This was a cover ofLocomotive Breath, which was an instant hit.
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The boys went their separate ways and reunited in 1974.
The boys worked hard and became international sensations.
In 1978, the group disintegrated.
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Other albums by this band areDream of Perelandra, You Don’t Get to Quit,andTravellers.
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Four Jacks and a Jill
Four Jacks and a Jill released its debut song in November 1965.
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It was revived in 2000 and has many new members.
Freshlyground
Freshlyground was formed in early 2002.
It comprised seven talented and diverse musicians from South Africa, Mozambique and Zimbabwe.
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Jika Jika, its debut album, cementedthe bandas one of South Africa’s most successful young acts.
In 2010, the group was featured in Shakira’sWaka Waka (This Time for Africa).
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It also includes producers Lil2Hood, and HITEK5000.
The band’s music is centred around the South African counterculturemovement calledzef.
Inzefculture, modern, trashy, and discarded cultural elements are commonly practised.
The multiple award-winning group comprises composer Theo Kgosinkwe andlead singerNhlanhla Nciza.
Tebogo Benedict Madingoane was part of the group from its founding until his demise in 2004.
It is challenging to identify the biggest artist in the country.
What is popular South African music called?
Kwaito is the most popular South African music.
Who is the most famous singer in South Africa?
What is the most popular band in Africa?
Mafikizolo is arguably the most popular South African band in 2022.
The group is known for songs such asKhona, Love Portion, Ndihamba Nawe kuphela,andSibongile.
Which famous bands are from South Africa?
Every human being needs good music to make them smile, lift moods, and relax.
Which among the famous South African bands above is your favourite?
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The past decade has seen the increased popularity of Mzansi music.
New and sensational artists have also cropped up and brightened the music scene.
Amapiano music draws its roots back to the country and has become globally recognised.
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