The Blackbirds (South African band)

The Blackbirds, also known as the Merry Blackbirds, were a South African band led by Peter Rezant.[1] The band included Griffiths Motsiela and his pianist wife Emily.[2][3]

References

  1. Gwen Ansell Soweto Blues 2005
  2. Joe Mogotsi Mantidane He Who Survives 2002 "The Blackbird's leader, Peter Rezant was of mixed race and was supported by Griffiths Motsiela and his wife Emily, who had recently returned from studying in England. They brought a special quality to the band"
  3. Es'kia Mphahlele Es'kia education 2002 "The most famous local bands then, Peter Rezant's Merry Blackbirds, Harlem Swingsters and Jazz Maniacs matured in the...
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