Kwela Tebza


Kwela Tebza is a South African Kwela musical group of three brothers, Mpho, Tebogo, and Tshepo Lerole. They play penny whistles.

History

1996

The trio has been performing since 1996 and has published four albums to its name. The three Soweto-born brothers who make up the group are Tebogo, Tshepo and Mpho. They combine elements from Sophiatown and South African Jazz with contemporary beats and modern production techniques. The band claims that American actor Danny Glover is a fan.
They have collaborated with South African artists including The Parlotones, Mahotela Queens, Zolani Mahola of Freshlyground, Sliqour, Mxo, Tuks, Mzekezeke, Khanyi Mbau, Thembi Seete, Pro kid, Spikiri, Oskido Dj Mthepu and Winnie Khumalo.
The album Made In Africa is planned for release in 2015, and includes contributions from Femi Kuti, Salif Keita, Youssou N'Dour, Coldplay and Rihanna.

Other work

Kwela Tebza is working on a reality television series Dream Builders to build homes for previously disadvantaged families and communities. The group have also worked to teach young people from 9 to 16 years old to play the penny whistle.

Discography