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Zanoxolo, better known as ZNXL, is one of South Africa’s most dynamic new voices. First recognized in the acclaimed hip-hop duo Black Faces with Synclair Jacobs, ZNXL broke out with their hit Oceans, which took Johannesburg by storm. Now solo, ZNXL’s sound merges soul, funk, disco, and hip-hop, blending classic warmth with modern energy. Also an accomplished producer, ZNXL has collaborated with icons like Zola 7 and Khuli Chana, infusing his music with social consciousness. With lyrics exploring resilience, love, and identity, ZNXL is carving out a bold new space in South African music, bridging past and present. – Vth Legacy