MIGHTY ROOTED VOICES SEEKS SPONSORS AND SUPPORT

We, as the Mighty Rooted Voices, are invited to a concert in Kenya. This is exciting news for us.

We are preparing for the trip and believe we would be able to make it but we need help.

We are seeking sponsors to assist us cover the travel and accommodation costs. This is a great opportunity for us to represent Kwazulu Natal first and South Africa in Kenya, sing in one voice with the Kenyans in praise and share the living Word.

If you wish to lend a hand in making our trip succesful please contact us via the details below.

Mobile:071 785 9812 / 076 437 0306 / 078 597 5755

Email: C_ponny@yahoo.com / thandekap11@gmail.com

UP CLOSE WITH NOMPILO NTULI

Nompilo Ntuli is a 22 year old young lady who loves God and who was honoured to join the Mighty Rooted Voices family. Nompilo is from the Denny Dalton Emgababa Area. She sings Alto.

Nompilo believes that communication among the group members is key, listening to all the different kinds of music genres is essential in building a musician and respect for fellow group members.

Nompilo never leaves home without her cell phone, make up kit and ID.

Nompilo sees Mighty Rooted Voices as a really succesful group in five years, a household name and a group others apire to be like some day.

The Bible verse she lives by: "Turn from evil and do good then you will dwell in the land for ever."

Nompilo is currently reading the Bible.


Nompilo's favourite track is Kuyaphithizela. You can stream or purchase the song via Google Play by following the link below:
https://play.google.com/store/music/album/Mighty_Rooted_Voices_Abba_Baba?id=Bjn747osu32uvfjwkqsp7kzry2q&hl=en

UP CLOSE WITH HLAKANIPHILE MAKHATHINI

Hlakaniphile Makhathini,22 years from Denny Dalton-KwaHhodlweni area. Today is her birthday. The Mighty Rooted Voices group would like to wish her all the best in her future endevours on this special day. Hlakaniphile was called for auditions, and after a few days Mighty Rooted Voices' executive producer called her, telling her how impressed they had been with her performance she was welcomed into the Mighty family. Hlakaniphile jumped for joy. She is now one of the Sopranos in the group.

Hlakaniphile believes that good musicians need to focus on their path,and pay attention to the ever evolving marketing trends. She says because of the digital space one needs to cover all avenues online and offline when it comes to exposing their talent and work to their target market.

Hlakaniphile says that she never leaves home without her Cellphone some cash and ID.

Hlakaniphile foresees the Mighty Rooted Voices becoming a household name in the global music scene in five years from you, sharing the stage with the creme de la creme of the genre internationally.

Hlakaniphile lives by this verse:"Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practise is like a wise man who built his house on the rock." Matthew 7 verse 24.

Hlakaniphile is currently reading the Bible and Destiny: Step Into Your Purpose by T.D Jakes.


Hlakaniphile would like all Mighty Rooted Voices listen to Uphila Kimi.Stream it on Deezer or purchase via Google Play by following the links below:

http://www.deezer.com/artist/12170262

https://play.google.com/store/music/album?id=Bjn747osu32uvfjwkqsp7kzry2q&tid=song-Trhc5cpkm6gn7io4rh4ml34k4bu&hl=en

UP CLOSE WITH MUZIWAKHE SITHOLE

 Muziwakhe Phillip Sithole is a 32 year old young man from EMakhosini Area, in Kwazulu Natal. Early in 2015 he had a meeting with  Sipho Buthelezi  and Thandeka Buthelezi because they had a vision to start a "GOSPEL GROUP" They made an apointment to meet with Muziwakhe because he is a well known good pianist with both the passion and understanding of music. The meeting had a positive outcome, Muziwakhe joined hands with Sipho and Thandeka to bring the Mighty Rooted Voices vision to life. He could not have been happier.

Muziwakhe believes that the crucial elements in a gospel musician is to respect everyone, young and old, loving the Lord, oneself and others plus believing in oneself because the Lord created everyone for a purpose. Through our lives we give one another life which is God's purpose. Like in a fire, a single log cannot make a fire but a bundle of wood logs makes a good fire, an individual on one's own can do good but a group working towards the same goal do wonders, he says.

In five years from now, Muziwakhe believes that Mighty Rooted Voices would have blessed so many souls, young and old and spread the Word of God through music all over the world.

The verse he lives by is the one that says:"Fear of the Lord is the foundation of wisdom."The success is in Him, Muziwakhe says.

Muziwakhe is currently reading two books: uHambo lomhambi and Incwadi yesethembiso.

Muziwakhe says that the whole Abba Baba album has a special place in his heart, but he would like everyone who may not have time to listen to the whole album take time to listen to the track titled UNgenzelakonke Nqaba yami. You can purchase the song or stream  from Google Play by following the link below:
https://play.google.com/store/music/album/Mighty_Rooted_Voices_Abba_Baba?id=Bjn747osu32uvfjwkqsp7kzry2q&hl=en

UP CLOSE WITH THANDEKA BUTHELEZI

Thandeka Precious Buthelezi is a 28 year old young lady from Denny Dalton Ntabamhlophe Reserve. She co-founded the Mighty Rooted Voices with her brother Sipho Buthelezi. She sings soprano in the group.

Thandeka says the gospel musicians must always be mindful of what they say and to who, be careful of what they do all the time wherever they are. She believes that ones attitude and reputation should be guarded.

We have heard of mama's boys well Thandeka is a mama's girl. She never leaves home without telling her mom.

Thandeka never leaves home without her cell phone and her hand bag.

In five years from now Thandeka sees the Mighty Rooted Voices performing in big stages with great music talent names, travelling the world and owning a recording company plus unearthing new African talent.

The verse she lives by is Isaiah 40 verses 30 and 31 

30 Even the youths shall faint and be weary, and the young men shall utterly fall:

31 But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew [their] strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; [and] they shall walk, and not faint.

Thandeka is currently reading God's leading Lady  by TD Jakes.

Her favourite track is Wamukelisiwe. It tells that God has already proovided us with all that we need, we accept it by faith.You can find the song on ITunes and Apple Music by following the links below:

http://itunes.apple.com/album/id1217880909?ls=1&app=itunes

http://itunes.apple.com/album/id1217880909

https://itun.es/za/nn2Lib?i=1217881409

NCD WESLEY GUILD INVITATION

UP CLOSE WITH NOMCEBO NGCOBO

The Mighty Rooted Voices would like to wish Nomcebo  Ngcobo who is turning 20 today a great time on her birthday today. The group hopes that all her dreams do come true. Nomcebo is affectionately called Ceboh. Nomcebo is from Danny Dalton, Emgababa.

Nomcebo had heard of Mighty Rooted Voices audition so she went for it. She anxiously waited a few weeks before she received a reply, a call from Mighty Rooted Voices' chairperson, she was ecstatic because it was positive. She sings alto.

Nomcebo believes that musicians must possess a great deal of passion, perserverance and respect.

Nomcebo never leaves home without her handbag, watch and cell phone.

Nomcebo sees Mighty Rooted Voices a strong multi award winning brand in five years from now.

The Bible verse she lives by says: "Trust in the lord and do good,dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture,take delight in the Lord and He will give the desire of your heart. Commit your way to the Lord trust in Him and He will make your righteous reward shine like a dawn your vindication like the noonday sun."

Nomcebo is currently reading the Bible extensively.

Nomcebo's favourite song is Ave Kumnandi. You can listen to the song on Soundcloud by following the link below:

https://soundcloud.com/hd_network/ave-kumnandi

UP CLOSE WITH NOMVUSELELO XULU

Nomvuselelo Khethiwe Xulu , who is affectionately called Khethiey is a 23 year old female from Eshowe, Eziqwaqweni Area .She is one of the Mighty Rooted Voices' Sopranos. She auditioned for Mighty Rooted Voices. It was both nerve wrecking because the competition was tough, there are many youth members of their Zululand community who would love to join the group, but the experience was also exciting.

Nomvuselelo says it is crucial to always stay focused and always pay attention to your chosen path.

 
The three things she never leaves home without are her cellphone, her Mighty Rooted Voices uniform(just in case they receive a last minute invitation and there is limited time to get to the place of performance) and her  purse.

In five years from now Nomvuselelo sees Mighty Rooted Voices as an internationally famous gospel group who praises God in true faith and good spirit.

Nomvuselelo says all their songs carry a message but the song that speaks deeply to her being is the one titled There is No Failure With God. She says that as people we face so many discouraging situations, it may be easier to give up in life but she wishes to encourage all not to give up, to exhaust all possibilities because with God, hard work and persistence even one's standard of education cannot stop one from succeeding if they believe.

This song, and all the other great songs , will be found on Mighty Rooted Voices album Abba Baba in Apple Music store, ITunes as from the 7th of April 2017 for online streaming and purchasing by following this link:

http://itunes.apple.com/album/id1217880909?ls=1&app=itunes

http://itunes.apple.com/album/id1217880909

UP CLOSE WITH KWENZOKUHLE PHUNGULA

Kwenzokuhle Victor Phungula is a 30 year old young man who was born at Baragwanath Hospital in Johannesburg but grew up in Nhlungwane Area. 

Kwenzokuhle says his singing is part of his praying. He feels empowered and uplifted when he sings. It takes him to another realm. His sister in law told him  about Mighty Rooted Voices and he knew it is where he belonged. He is one of the tenors.


Kwenzokuhle believes that a singer should respect colleagues; possess professionalism and real passion is the key in the group's success.

Kwenzokuhle says his good sense of humour, a friendly attitude plus good communication skills are the three things that he never leaves behind no matter what the situation.

Kwenzokuhle says Mighty Rooted Voices' foundation has been laid strong because the talent is well utilized, they work well as a team so they are well on their way to a tremendous success, without a doubt.


The Bible chapter he lives by is Proverbs:13


Kwenzokuhle's favourite song is: Ngenzele Konke Inqaba Yami

You can listen to the song via Soundcloud streaming by following the link below:

https://soundcloud.com/user-491120272/ngenzele-konke-nqaba-yami

UP CLOSE WITH ZITHULELE SITHOLE

Zithulele Israel Sithole is a 27 year old musician, from Makhosini Area who plays second keys. The group manager requested him to come and assist with the keyboard, he was pleased to receive this request and he grabbed it with both hands. Zithulele played to impress, gave it all he is and all he had so he could leave a lasting impression. This is how his lasting relationship with Mighty Rooted Voices came to life.

The three great qualities that Zithulele believes any music role player should possess are a  good personality; respect others and focus. Zithulele says even though it seems cliche'd one's attitude towards others in this industry does play a role in a lot of decisions.

Zithulele never leaves home without cell phone ; his Bible and his watch.

Zithulele sees Mighty Rooted Voices becoming big internationally respect group with an emerging musicians grooming and development programme owning a well equipped studio to work from. Zithulele says Mighty Rooted Voices members are passionate about assisting others because there is growth and further self development that is achieved by lending a helping hand.

The verse that Zithulele lives by is: Proverbs 1 verse 7 "Start with God ;the first step in learning is bowing down to God; only fools thumb their noses at such wisdom and learning." Zithulele says when one starts with God, everything else falls into place.

Zithulele's favourite song is: "Wamukelisiwe" because it revives our faith in the Lord, reminds us to believe that we have all that we need even if we do not see it in the flesh as yet. Please, listen to the song by following the link below:

https://soundcloud.com/hd_network/wamukelisiwe

UP CLOSE WITH NKOSIKHONA MHLONGO

Nkosikhona Mhlongo is a  27 years old male from lngwavuma, Okhalweni Area. Off the stage Nkosikhona is quiet, but the moment he is on stage you are stunned by a rich backing tenor that moves your soul. When the blogger first heard him sing she could not believe he had that voice. 
                       

Nkosikhona joined Mighty Rooted Voices simply for the pure love of gospel music. He loves farming and he sees gospel music as means of planting a good seed in the hearts of our community and the world at large.  He is leading in some songs and he is a backing tenor in others.

The three things that he strongly feels musicians must possess are focus ,passion  and they must always be active because when a singer is dormant, the voice disappears." If you don't use it, you lose it" he says

Nkosikhona never leaves home without his cellphone.

Nkosikhona sees Mighty Rooted Voices group blowing up soon and becoming an internationally recognized act and the group is ready for it.                      

The Bible verse he lives is: "Those who trust in Lord they shall month with wings like eagle.   

Nkosikhona loves all the songs they have produced but "Ngenzenzele Konke Nqaba Yami", it is  a traditional song that emphasize the presence of God. 

You can listen to this song on Soundcloud by following the link below:


https://soundcloud.com/user-491120272/sets/mighty-rooted-playlist

UP CLOSE WITH SLINDILE NZUZA

Slindile Ndondo Nzuza is a 26 year old female member of the Mighty Rooted Voices. She joined Mighty Rooted Voices after receiving a call from the group's manager asking her if she would like to join them. She felt really honored to receive such request, she never thought something like that could happen to her.

Slindile is from Ulundi, Denny Dalton area. She loves music, and believes that gospel music spreads love so pure each one of us should keep one song in their devices and listen from time to time. Slindile believes that a good gospel musician pays careful attention prayer, understanding of music and professionalism. 

Slindile is a lady who never leaves home without her cell phone and make up kit. She admits that she loves to look her best all the time.

She sees Mighty Rooted Voices in a much higher level in the next five years because all of them are really pulling together and working very hard to grow.

A verse Slindile lives by is: Proverbs 3 vs 5: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding."

Slindile's favorite song is Ave Kumnandi. You can all listen to the song by following the links below:


https://soundcloud.com/user-491120272/ave-kumnandi

https://soundcloud.com/hd_network/ave-kumnandi 

MEET THE MIGHTY ROOTED VOICES EXECUTIVE PRODUCER SIPHO BUTHELEZI

The blogger gets up close and personal with Sipho Innocent Buthelezi, the Executive Producer of Mighty Rooted Voices. See quick facts about him below.

Sipho Innocent Buthelezi (30) is a young man from Denny Dalton in KwaMbambo Area at Ngono, KwaZulu Natal. He is the Founder and the Executive Producer of the Mighty Rooted Voices. He sings alto in the group so he is a team member and player, not just a stakeholder.

The three things that Sipho believes makes or breaks musicians are Music Keys; he also says that he cannot emphasize enough the importance of being focused and knowing who one  is singing for.

Sipho says he never leaves home without his watch;man purse and cellphone.

He has a goal to grow his brand into a  well established group with a big recording label company managing and exposing other emerging artists.

Sipho believes that one needs to activate one's faith to achieve own dreams; anticipate Gods Favor upon one's Life. "Reign and rule as King in your life for there is no failure with God." he says.

Sipho's loves all the songs on their album titled "Akekho Onjengawe -Abba Baba" but "No Failure with God" is right on top of his list.

Sipho did all arrangements and compositions of the "Akekho Onjengawe-Abba Baba" album.

Sipho is excited to announce that the album will soon be released on ITunes. The fans are requested to join Mighty Rooted Voices on Facebook for latest updates.

Mighty Rooted Voices in Competition

The Deeply Rooted in Gospel Mighty Rooted Voices

Mighty Rooted Voices

How did you come up with the name?

The name Mighty Rooted Voices name is inspired based on the days we are living in, considering the word Mighty-Greek name Dunamis which can be briefly defined as supernatural working power; Rooted inspired by the agricultural, natural form of a tree whose strength lies in its roots being firmly planted and deeply rooted in the soil, the group is rooted in the Word of God in order to produce fruits and their Voices are at the core of inspiring; sharing the Living Word and winning souls. The Mighty Rooted Voices sings in psalms and hymns to proclaim the Word of the Lord that dwells in us.


Please, tell us more about the music by the Mighty Rooted Voices?

Our debut album is titled Akekho Onjengawe(Abba Baba). We worked on it from 2015 only to release it in 2016. The album received good support from the public, it received airplay on radio and local television channel. We also received lots of invitations from different churches, events organizers and organizations for live performances throughout KZN. We are now working on being of service to others outside our province and away from our own country too. We are ready and well prepared for it. 



How did the group manage to attract and keep its youthful members?

No one is taken for granted. We work as a team, respect and good communication is what keeps us working well together. We are only competing with ourselves, always working on being the better people today than we were yesterday. That's one of the things we have learned that separate the winners from the losers.

Do you or any of Mighty Rooted Voices group members possess any music business management skills?

God, being good to us all the time we were granted an opportunity to attend KUMISA Music Artist Management Master Class.Two of us attended: Nkosikhona Mhlongo and myself. The master class changed the way we do business, it introduced us to a skill set and knowledge that we would not have otherwise figured out on our own. It groomed us as artists plus connected us to a strong support system and a music business network that has become quite useful in our ever evolving music business. We can now proudly and confidently boast that we possess intergrity, exellence and professionalism that a group of our magnitude deserves.



Have you ever shared the stage with well known gospel musicians from anywhere?

We have shared the stage with lots of great names in the South African gospel music scene, our list includes: Thobekile, Fikile Mlomo, Thina Zungu, Babo Ngcoboo, Sphumelele Mbambo (from Joyous Celebration), Bonakele, Senzo Mlotha , Solly Mahlangu, Thokozani Langa, Sgwili, Andile Mbili, Izinceku (who made us proud at The Durban Essence Festival 2016), AmaQhawe Ezulu, the recently passed on Sfiso Ncwane and many more. As South Africans we know that these are the creme de la creme of Gospel music industry here.


Do you ever get involved in any programmes that address serious social issues?

We are from KwaZulu Natal, a land of milk and honey but not everyone has the milk or honey. We are a team who believes that there is always something that each and everyone of us can contribute towards helping one another. We work closely with local authorities, assisting in poverty alleviation programmes, drugs awareness campaigns, Women and Child Abuse Awareness and fighting against Crime. We spread a message of hope,we encourage our people to never give up hope or give up on themselves no matter how difficult things may be. No situation continues forever. It all passes in time.

What is a verse you live by?
New Heart English Bible - Psalms 84 vs 6
Passing through the valley of Weeping, they make it a place of springs. Yes, the autumn rain covers it with blessings.

We have heard that last year you received some awards, what are they?

We received two awards for Best Group of the Year. We are really grateful for it!

How do we connect with Mighty Rooted Voices?

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-491120272

Facebook: www.facebook.com/Mighty-Rooted-Voices-Production

Twitter: @mighty_rv

Mobile:071 785 9812 / 076 437 0306 / 078 597 5755

Email: C_ponny@yahoo.com / thandekap11@gmail.com

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