The POD conversations | Zolani Mahola

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How does success affect our musical heroes?

After so much success in the music industry with FreshlyGround, Zolani Mahola, former lead singer of the group shares her journey in the music and the acting industry. Memories range from when Jack heard FreshlyGround’s “Doo Bee Doo" to watching their performance with Shakira in South Africa’s 2010 FIFA World Cup. They both look into life before the group, how long it took for a song to be complete and Zolani’s decision to embark on a spiritual journey as a solo artist. Check out this interview to find out what she’s currently working on and who she is collaborating with.

21 Oct English Explicit South Africa Society & Culture · Society & Culture

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