Ezra Neethings joins Joyous Celebrations Concert
Friday, September 29, 2023 | 120 Views |
Lindelani Mkhize and Joe Manuel PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE
The Danko hitmaker is currently one of the promising upcoming gospel artists in the country. Addressing the media on Tuesday, Braveheart managing director, Joel Manuel said the reason for including the local artists in the line-up is to give them a chance to learn and share knowledge and gain experience from Joyous Celebration.
He explained that adding Ezra Neethings would also create exposure for him as the event attracts people from other countries such as Zimbabwe, Zambia, Mozambique and others. He explained that Motheo and Kay Mokaleng, who benefited from last year’s show, are currently based in Johannesburg while Tshenolo Mosimane has joined the choir.
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