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Mahotella Queens

Band, *1964 ZA
World
A.k.a. Izintombi Zomqashiyo Sweet Home Dames The Marula Boom Stars The Soweto Stars

Mahotella Queens is a South African mbaqanga group formed in 1964 by talent scout and producer Rupert Bopape. Supported by 'groaner' Simon Mahlathini Nkabinde and backed by the Makgona Tsohle Band, the Queens became hugely successful and influential on South Africa's popular music scene during the 1960s and early 1970s. The membership of the Queens evolved during its first two decades but eventually returned to its original line-up. In 1987, Mahlathini, the Queens and the Makgona Tsohle Band were invited to perform in France, leading to several tours across the world. As of 2018, the group continues to record and perform under the leadership of original member Hilda Tloubatla, alongside new recruits Amanda Nkosi and Nonkululeko Maseko.

Members

	Hilda Tloubatla voc *1942 ZA
	Emily Zwane voc
	Nobesuthu Mbadu voc *1945 ZA
	Mildred Mangxola voc *1944 ZA
	Irene Mawela voc, bvoc
	Juliet Mazamisa voc
	Ethel Mngomezulu voc
	Amanda Nkosi