The Mahotella Queens is a South African female band formed in 1964 by music producer Rupert Bopape, consisting of Hilda Tloubatla, Nobesuthu Mbadu, and Amanda Nkosi. The group is noted for their distinct vocal harmony sound, guitar-led mbaqanga music, and fast stage dancing.
Mahotella Queens, 2010 Left to right: Nobesuthu Mbadu, Hilda Tloubatla, Mildred Mangxola
Mahotella Queens in 2017 in Madrid (Spain).
Mbaqanga is a style of South African music with rural Zulu roots that continues to influence musicians worldwide today. The style originated in the early 1960s, and blends traditional African vocal styles and melodies with European and American popular music.
The group Mahotella Queens, pictured in 2017, achieved international success with their take on the traditional mbaqanga sound.