The group was nominated for awards more than 15 times and won a whopping five Grammys.
Whenever youngsters brag about black excellence in music at an international level, Ladysmith Black Mambazo is the example they use.The man loved music and was unapologetic about pushing the authentic South African sound. "As you see us here, we are representing the true South African sound ... We carry it in our vocals.”When Joseph decided to retire, he was confident his children would do justice to his legacy.
"This is my time to sit down and it makes me happy because my children, they take over and they are doing it beautifully,” he said.Hallo Sana.His leaderships skills aside, Joseph was immensely talented, which he proved time and again with his vocals and harmonies when on stage with the group.
Rest in peace Joseph Shabalala