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Rocking Lefatshe

Rocking Lefatshe is a South African musician and record label owner. He was previously signed to Venom Entertainment, a recording company based in Soweto, under the stage name Rock. In 2017, he released the album "011 to the 018" in collaboration with Ray-Zaka now known as 7eventhday, Shumba, and Dineo Caro.

Early Life and Career Beginnings

Born Thabang Maruping and raised in Soweto, South of Johannesburg, Rocking Lefatshe discovered his passion for poetry at a young age. By the age of 14, he was actively involved in the local poetry scene, attending sessions at the Market Theatre in Newtown. As he matured, his talent evolved into hip-hop and rap, culminating in the release of his debut song "Alpha and Omega" recorded in Oct of 2008 in Naledi, produced by Face.

Career

Rocking Lefatshe's journey in the music industry continued with the release of several singles, including "I Guess" featuring Smere and B.J.V (DoneFam), and "Shining Star" featuring Smere and Bizzy from the former group Blue-Note. He was later signed to Venom Entertainment, where he released the album "011 to the 018" in 2017. The album featured tracks such as "Skool of the Hardknocks", "Lala Vuka", and "W.A.A.T.B.U".

Record Label

In 2017, Rocking Lefatshe founded his own record label, DmG Music Group, which became home to hip-hop artists like Kopano Rion and Twiddy Twist. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, he negotiated with Venom Entertainment to be released from his contract, leading to a name change from Rock to Rocking Lefatshe.

Discography

"011 to the 018" (2017)

Features Ray-Zaka Shumba Dineo Caro

Rocking Lefatshe's EP titled "The Rocket Launch EP" is currently in its final stages of production and is set to be his next offering to the music scene.