Bokang Moleli, professionally known as Malome Vector was an Lesotho-born singer-songwriter and rapper.[1] Born and raised in Maseru, Lesotho, Vector musical career began at the age of 14 in 2004 as a school choir participant prior competing on talent shows.[1][2]
Malome Vector | |
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| Birth name | Bokang Moleli |
| Born | 1992 Roma, Manonyane Community Council, Maseru District, Lesotho |
| Origin | Johannesburg |
| Died | 24-07-2024 N8, Free State, South Africa |
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| Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter |
| Years active | 2004-2024 |
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Malome relocated to South Africa and signed a recording deal with Ambitiouz Entertainment in 2020.[3] Vector rose to prominence with his debut single "Dumelang" released in 2019 which became commercially successful and certified double platinum in South Africa.[4]
Career
editIn 2020, Vector relocated to South Africa and signed a recording deal with Ambitiouz Entertainment.[5]
Malome appeared on "Price To Pay" as single by South African DJ Miss Pru along with duo Blaq Diamond released on 8 May 2020.[5]
He received a nomination for Best Artist, Duo or Group in African Traditional at the 2021 All Africa Music Awards .[6]
His debut studio album Karabo, was released on 7 January 2022.[citation needed] Karabo debuted number 1 on iTunes South Africa.[citation needed] It was supported by three singles "Dumelang", "No Body", and "Lerato".
Following the exit with his former recording label, Molome established The Whole Entertainment and began to work on his extended.[7] In February 2024, he revealed his extended play 1964, via Instagram.[7]
His extended play 1964, was released on 28 March 2024.[8] 1964 is an afro-pop record incopareted with the elements of rnb, soul and afro beats.[8]
Singles
editAs lead artist
edit| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Certifications | Album | |||
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| ZA | |||||||
| "Dumelang" (featuring Blaq Diamond) | 2019 | — | 2× Platinum | Karabo | |||
| "Follow" | 2020 | — | Non-album single | ||||
| "No Body" | 2021 | Karabo | |||||
| "Lerato" | — | ||||||
| "Ha Hona Taba" (Zinkz Dee, Malome Vector) | — | Non-album single | |||||
| "Costa" (featuring Dee the General, Lizwi Wokuqala) | 2023 | — | Non-album single | ||||
| "My Woman" (Onesimus, Malome Vector featuring Lizwi Wokuqala & Janta MW) | — | Non-album single | |||||
| "Long Time" (Malome Vector featuring Lizwi Wokuqala, Ntate Stunna | — | Non-album single | |||||
| "Fancy Life" | — | Non-album single | |||||
| "Ke Uratile" | — | Non-album single | |||||
| "X2" (featuring Chvna) | 2024 | — | Non-album single | ||||
| "—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory. | |||||||
Discography
editStudio albums
edit- Karabo (2022)
- 1964 (2024)
Death
editVector died in a car accident on 24 July 2024, on N8 in Free State, Bloemfontein while traveling to Lesotho.[9]
Awards and nominations
editSouth African Music Awards
edit| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | "Price to Pay" | Best Music Video of the Year | Won | [10] |
References
edit- ^ a b "Malome Vector: A New Wave of Sesotho Rap". Red Bull. Retrieved 2024-07-25.
- ^ Archary, Natasha. "Malome Vector says 'Dumelang' on the Ultimate Kaya 959 Top 30". Kaya 959. Retrieved 2024-07-25.
- ^ Magagula, Nompumelelo (18 January 2022). "Malome Vector's prayers have been answered". South Africa: News24. Retrieved 2024-07-25.
- ^ "Malome Vector goes Platinum". Public Eye News. 2021-07-06. Retrieved 2024-07-25.
- ^ a b Makhabela, Sabelo (2020-09-02). "Interview: Malome Vector On His Success, 'I Feel Like a King'". OkayAfrica. Retrieved 2024-07-25.
- ^ Hansen, Gabriel Myers (2021-09-23). "All Africa Music Awards 2021: All the nominees". Music in Africa. Retrieved 2024-07-25.
- ^ a b "Malome Vector Unveils Inspirations Behind Highly Anticipated EP "1964"". February 28, 2024. Retrieved 2024-07-25.
- ^ a b "Lesotho: Malome Vector shares debut album 1964". Music in Africa. 2024-03-28. Retrieved 2024-07-25.
- ^ Mathobela, Phuti (24 July 2024). "JUST IN: Popular rapper dies in car crash!". Daily SUN. Retrieved 2024-07-25.
- ^ Shumba, Ano (2021-07-31). "SAMAs 2021: All the winners". Music in Africa. Retrieved 2024-07-25.