Platform One is a South African music group that started in early 1992 at Pimville Square in Soweto.[1][2][3] The group is composed of Nani Tengo, the lead vocalist, Sonto Dladla,.[1] The group is known for their popular songs such as Taste and Pass, Womnyakazisa, Thuli, Esibayeni and Makoti, among others.[1][4] The band's debut song, Isencane, remains popular at weddings in South Africa, Zimbabwe, Eswatini and Botswana.[2][5]
Platform One | |
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| Origin | Soweto |
| Genres | Afro pop |
| Years active | 1992–Present |
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Background edit
1992: Formation edit
In 1992, Nani Tengo, Sonto Dladla and Neli Gwala, who at the time were teenagers, started dancing in the streets which led recognition by audience. Later that same year, they formed a group called Platform One.[1]
References edit
- ^ a b c d "Platform One ropes in Zim singer". The Herald. Retrieved 2023-11-15.
- ^ a b Legodi, Simangele. "30 years later, legendary group Platform One makes a comeback". ewn.co.za. Retrieved 2023-11-15.
- ^ Radio, Nehanda (2011-06-23). "SA songbird Nani finds love in Zimbabwe". Nehanda Radio. Retrieved 2023-11-15.
- ^ https://www.timeslive.co.za/authors/kyle-zeeman. "IN PICTURES | Stars spotted at the Basadi in Music Awards luncheon". TimesLIVE. Retrieved 2023-11-15.
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