Phuzushukela
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Phuzushukela | |
|---|---|
| Born | John Bhengu 25 March 1930 |
| Died | 1982[1] Durban, South Africa |
| Genres | Maskandi |
| Occupations | Musician, songwriter |
| Instruments | Guitar, Vocals |
Phuzushukela (John Bhengu) was one of the first maskanda musicians,[2] and has been described as a pioneer of the genre[3] and the first rural artist in South Africa to achieve prominence.[4]
He influenced later artists such as Johnny Clegg, Busi Mhlongo and Phuzekhemisi among others.[4]
