By Nokwanda Mamba

The world beckons for Eswatini’s exports - Afro-Soul duo A2Z.

Literally fresh out of the oven, the duo Khethokuhle Sibandze and Melusi Mndzebele emerged on the local music circuit this year and have since become a regular feature on entertainment lineups across the country.

Uniquely talented, this duo with its lifelong passion for music matched with a mutual fascination is energetic, stylish and brings a modern twist that Afro-soul music has been crying out for. These newcomers to the music scene are definitely making their mark. Not only did they win many Swazi hearts during their performance at the recent Sibebe Resort Family Fun Day, they also caught the eye of a Sotho promoter and therefore managed to secure a gig to perform in Lesotho.

A2Z Manager Larry Mhlanga expressed appreciation to Sibebe Resort for the opportunity to perform at the local event which ultimately opened more doors for the local duo.

Mavele, the promoter from Lesotho, stated that he was immediately taken by the style of music and their delivery on stage. “l was blown away literally when l heard that the duo came to being recently.  I believe they will rock Lesotho and go even further with their music careers,” he added.

A2Z have been added onto a lineup that also features South African and Sotho artists for the event titled ‘Tertiary Night’ set for March 22. Furthermore, the duo looks forward to the release of its third single titled ‘Dlala’ on March 14.“On the 14th of each month, we promised to release new music so we are happy that we will be releasing our third single as promised,” he stated. 

He also revealed that the duo has so much planned for the year. “The support we are receiving in Swaziland and all over the world is amazing and great. A2Z is the future,” he said.