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Solomon Linda's Original Evening Birds was a South African vocal group formed by Solomon Linda in 1933. The band is known internationally for their song "Mbube" released in 1939, which is the origin of Disney's 1994, The Lion King, hit "The Lion Sleeps Tonight".[1] During their activity, they often took part in singing competitions, in which they were unbeatable, according to historian Veit Erlmann.[2] The group disbanded in 1949 after Linda's wedding.[3] They are the pioneers of the musical genres Mbube and Isicathamiya.[4]
Solomon Linda's Original Evening Birds | |
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.jpeg) Solomon Linda and the Evening Birds, ca. 1941. From l to r: Solomon Linda, Gilbert Madondo, Boy Sibiya, Gideon Mkhize, Samuel Mlangeni, Owen Sikhakhane | |
| Background information | |
| Origin | Johannesburg, South Africa |
| Genres | Mbube, isicathamiya |
| Years active | 1933–1949 |
| Labels | Gallo Record Company |
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