Farewell to this great talent - song writer, dancer, guitar player.
https://ewn.co.za/2019/07/16/sa-musi...lZXRv0QDfJH3WM
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South African singer Johnny Clegg died on Tuesday at the age of 66.
Clegg was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2015.
He had launched a series of farewell tours in 2018, appearing on stage with a variety of artists, including his son Jessie Clegg.
His exposure to Zulu migrant workers during adolescence introduced him to the culture and music. His involvement with black musicians often saw him arrested during apartheid. At the age of 17, together with Sipho Mchunu, he formed a band called Juluka. At the age of 33 in 1986, during the height of apartheid, he partnered with Dudu Zulu to form his second inter-racial band called Savuka.
Clegg also recorded several solo albums and enjoyed international success, selling out concerts wherever he performed.
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South African music legend Johnny Clegg dies
