Biography
Intro: Ntokozo Molled Sibeko (born 11 November 1990) better known by his stage name ”Spakalaka” & by his alter ego Sparkz, is a South African Based live performer, producer & hip hop artist releasing music under indie label, “S.O.A.T.H (Spirit Of A True Hustler) Records”. S.O.A.T.H not only specializes in producing music records but extends to composing instrumentals, scores & radio jingles as well. It also provides media services such as graphic designing, consultation, event hosting & merchandise. Sparkz is also a member of the rap group – Viktree Muzic. |
Early Stages:
Spakalaka made his first appearance in the hip hop magazine “H.Y.P.E” in 2007/08 with his former crew – Thee Elementalz.
The following year Spakalaka released his first mix-tape ever with Simz (member of The Elementalz) which was more of a compilation of songs they did together, these 12 tracks took the streets of Bethal, Mzinoni by storm... In 2010 after high school he decided to release his first solo mix-tape, entitled: S.P.A.R.K (Street Poet & Rhythmic King) & in the same year finished producing “B.towns Finest”, a compilation album featuring different artists all from Bethal East. He was also previously part of Street Amu (A Mpumalanga based rap-group) & featured as a rapper on a number of songs on Pedro Kanill’s Dreamtape. He left the crew when moving to Pretoria to pursue academics and music |
Past few years...
SOATH Records..
In the recent years he’s been studying the game observantly. In 2012 he founded his indie label, SOATH in Gauteng, Tsakane. Spakalaka has released numerous songs since 2007 & is currently working alongside & producing for a number of gifted artists. He’s worked with SAMA award winner; Bongo Riot, DJ Geezy, PD Sam, Q-ba, King Vurrai, Thato, Devine Souls, Slash T, Rashid Kay(Metro FM), Tru Hits (Stogie T & Stilo Magolide’s Producer), Cokayn (Ricky Rick’s Producer) Enspektah, Fredie G, Illustrative, Shaun-Gifted, Pedro Kanill, & has built corporate relationships with major business’ like Tsakane Mall. In June 2014 S.O.A.T.H put out its first album, Exodus’ Breadwinner mix-tape, produced by Spakalaka & T-loyal, mixed & mastered by Spakalaka... |
SOATH Apparel: Viktree Couture
Viktree Couture is clothing merchandise established by Spakalaka in 2014.
Its a bold & fresh new way to regulate street fashion trends in the creation of remarkable graphic hoodies, sweaters, golfers, regular t-shirts, caps, hats, beenies etc. for men as well as women of different ages. To add to the expansion of the clothing line, free accessories & gifts are included with certain purchases. Paying attention to detail, providing intelligent and creative innovations in fabrication & design, while striving for lasting quality. The first range to be designed & released was the “Spirit of a True Hustler” range in 2014, A savvy street wear range for the middle-class market. |
Burning Obsession 🔥🔥🔥
On the 25th of December 2015 Spakalaka dropped his much anticipated mix-tape Burning Obsession, making it the 2nd project to be released under S.O.A.T.H records The mix-tape was mostly self produced but had other producers lending a hand on beats. It was mixed & mastered entirely by Spakalaka himself @ the S.O.A.T.H Studio. His mix-tape was launched on the same night at the Dinangwe Lounge in Tsakane & was a complete success. This was the first event hosted by S.O.A.T.H in association with Alkabulan Events & had the likes of Bongo Riot (from Gang of Instrumentals) & other well known upcomong artists as featured performers |
FACT SHEET/AWARDS/OTHERS
Artist Name: Spakalaka Musical Style: Hip hop/African Trap/ New Age Kwaito (a mix of contemporary rap elements mixed in with strong Kwaito rhythms & melodies). Home Base: South Africa, Ekurhuleni/Joburg, Tsakane Skills: Performing, Producing, Song writing, Mixing & Mastering Interesting Facts: • Currently recording new self produced EP ” S.O.A.T.H” for 2019 release. • One of the producers on SAMA nominated album #NextLevels By Bongo Riot • Previously released street mixtapes, S.P.A.R.K in 2010 & Burning Obsession in 2015 • Performing since 2007/2008 • Headlined at the “Coffee & Acoustic Jams” @ Starbucks, Johannesburg • Worked with likes of Q-ba, Bongo Riot (SAMA award winner), Rashid K (metro fm), Suga smaxx (Skwatta Kamp), Tru Hitz (Produced for Stogie T, A.K.A, Emtee, Still magolide etc) • Over 1500 subscribers on Facebook fan page (without paid ads) More Information: • Jozi radio tour planned for spring 2019 • Appeared on Hype Mag (full page interview) • Interviews and reviews of new release will be solicited to alternative press and radio. • Also check him out on Facebook, Twitter, Linked in, Youtube & Instagram EMAIL: [email protected] for bookings... • Also check him out at Facebook, Twitter, Linked In & Instagram
EMAIL: [email protected] • CELL: 071-325-7401 |
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