Other than being renowned for his vocal, concertina, and guitar prowess, who was Johnny Clegg?
Johnny Clegg biography
When was Johnny Clegg born?
Where did he study, and what did Johnny Clegg die of?
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The bio below gives a detailed summary of Jonny Clegg life story.
He also spent some time in Israel.
That was also the same time he wrote many scholarly papers on Zulu art.
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His study of anthropology, in particular, Zulu culture, helped him develop an interesting style of music.
Each song he released had some sort of information on Zulu culture unique to every track.
He learned Zulu as well as isishameni dance styles and the maskandi guitar.
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The first time he wasarrestedwas when he was 15 years old.
The band released its first album in 1979 amid harassment and discrimination.
Unsurprisingly, the music was largely against apartheid.
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Johnny also managed to record a number of solo albums created his world tour.
Unfortunately, his touring exploits were cut short in 2017 when he had surgery for pancreatic cancer.
Johnny Clegg son, Jesse Clegg, is also a recording musician although his style is different.
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Johnny Clegg death
What illness did Johnny Clegg have?
In 2015, Johnny was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.
Johnny Clegg cancer slowed him down, especially in touring since he had to undergo surgeries.
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Has Johnny Clegg died?
His legacy lives on in his family and in the Johnny Clegg songs he has left behind.
Rest in peace White Zulu.
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She has a BSc.
She loves traveling and checking out new restaurants.
Her email address is jedidahtabalia@gmail.com
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