Sykes sets sights on solo concert while growing his music empire

Sykes is setting his sights on a solo concert as he continues to grow his music empire. Sykesis one of the artists shaping the current sound of South African music. Known as The Zulu Michael Jackson, he commands attention on stage and continues to build a growing audience across the country.

Born Ayabonga Zuma, he is a singer and songwriter who has become a prominent figure in a short space of time. His breakthrough came with the single “iPlan” alongside Dlala Thukzin, which reached double platinum status and introduced his sound to a wider audience. His music blends traditional African influences such as maskandi and mbaqanga with contemporary genres including amapiano, afrotech and gqom.

This mix has helped him stand out in a competitive industry while staying connected to his roots. Earlier this year, he released “Awukwazi”, a single featuring his sisters and MK Productions, showing a more personal side to his work. He also runs Lekelela Entertainment, a platform he is using to grow his career and support new talent.