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