Gloria Bosman has passed on at the age of 50

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Jazz singer and songwriter Gloria Bosman has died at the age of 50 after a short illness

Bosman was a jazz, African, rock, and gospel vocalist born in Soweto. She was also a skilled producer, composer, and broadcaster.

Hugh Masekela, Sibongile Khumalo, Moses Molelekwa, Tananas, and Sipho Mabuse have all performed alongside Bosman. Her five albums have all been huge successes: her debut, Tranquillity, won Best Newcomer and received nominations for Best Modern Jazz Album and Best Female Artist at the 2001 SAMAs.

Her second album, The Many Faces Of Gloria Bosman, included collaborations with South Africa's best artists. She earned her awards for Best Southern African Artist and Most Promising Female Artist at the prestigious KORA Awards in 2001, as well as a Grammy nomination.

Accolades:

  • STANDARD BANK YOUNG ARTIST 2000.
  • MULTIPLE SAMA AWARDS WINNER.
  • KORA AND NALEDI AWARDS NOMINEE.
  • TUT ALUMNI (Pretoria Technikon).
  • Jazz, African, Rock and Gospel Vocalist.
  • Producer, Composer, Vocal Coach and Presenter.


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