Founded in 2011, Just 6 – Conference Band is a South African contemporary a cappella male ensemble renowned for their unique vocal artistry and genre-defying sound. The group blends Afro-Pop, Soul, Jazz, and Gospel influences into what they call “Afrocal-play” (African Vocal Play) a distinct fusion of indigenous African sounds and smooth vocal harmonies inspired by the traditions of Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Take 6, Naturally 7, Pentatonix, and The Real Group.
Over the years, Just 6 has established themselves as a multi-award-winning group, having earned two national and two international awards. Their music—both inspirational and heartfelt has reached audiences across Southern Africa (South Africa, Swaziland, Zimbabwe) and Europe (Germany, Switzerland). Their discography includes two EPs (Stimela and Take Me Back) and the award-winning album Kuzolunga.
Just 6 are an Afro-Pop/Soul, Jazz and Gospel Contemporary Acapella male ensemble from South Africa which was founded in 2011.
A unique combination of voices that comes from a diverse walk of life, they have come together to birth to what they call ‘Afrocal-play’ (African Vocal Play), a distinct mixture of African indigenous sounds as well as smooth harmonies.
As a multi-award winning group, Just 6 has left a footprint in both national and international platforms.
They have toured Southern Africa, Swaziland and Zimbabwe as well as parts of Europe such as Germany and Switzerland.
The group has won two national and two international awards. The group’s inspirational heartfelt music has been shared through two EP’s (‘Stimela’ and ‘Take Me Back’) and one award-winning album (‘Kuzolunga’).
Afrocalplay (Afro Vocal Play): a mixture of great vocal techniques first heard from Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Take 6, Naturally 7, Pentatonix and The Real Group in emulating instrumental sounds and resonances to produce music.
The six voices that form Just 6, Mthandazo Hospas (First Tenor), Luyanda Makapela (First Tenor), Fezile Mavuso (Second Tenor), Rashaka Mbevhana (Second Tenor), Nkosie Hospas (Baritone), and Molefe Moeketsi (Bass) combine to create a sound that is distinctly African yet globally resonant. Their performances are celebrated for blending technical mastery, cultural authenticity, and soul-stirring emotion.
Their awards include the Contemporary Acapella Recording Awards (CASA) – Best Religious Album 2014, Contemporary Acapella Recording Awards (CASA) Best Religious Song 2014, SABC Crown Gospel Awards, Best Acapella Group 2014 and INGOMA Awards, Best Acapella Album, 2015.
Just 6 consists of Mthandazo Hospas (First Tenor), Luyanda Makapela (First Tenor), Fezile Mavuso (Second Tenor), Rashaka Mbevhana (Second Tenor), Nkosie Hospas (Baritone) and Molefe Moeketsi (Bass).
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South Africa’s acclaimed a cappella ensemble Just 6 take the stage at the Pierneef Theatre in Pretoria to honor Women’s Month 2017 with a moving cover of Amanda Black’s hit Amazulu. Known for their genre-bending style Afrocal-play a fusion of African indigenous sounds with jazz, soul, gospel, and pop, the six-member group showcase their trademark harmonies, vocal percussion, and instrumental emulation in this live set.
The performance highlights the group’s ability to reinterpret contemporary South African music with both technical mastery and emotional depth. Each vocalist contributes a distinct texture ranging from soaring tenors to resonant baritone and bass resulting in a rich, layered sound that captures the spirit of Amanda Black’s original while making it distinctly their own.
With its themes of resilience, love, and identity, Amazulu resonates strongly with the Women’s Month celebration. Just 6’s performance embodies both tribute and innovation, blending cultural authenticity with global a cappella influences in a way that leaves a lasting impact on the audience.
00:00 Introduction and audience anticipation at Pierneef Theatre
00:15 Opening harmonies: Just 6’s Afrocal-play interpretation begins
00:45 Lead vocal entry supported by layered harmonies
01:30 Vocal percussion and instrumental emulation drive the arrangement
02:15 Group crescendos into emotionally charged harmonies
03:00 Dynamic interplay between lead and backing voices
03:45 Closing harmonies and audience applause
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