His real name is Mpfariseni Colbert Tshisaphungo, but he is widely known by his stage name, Vha-Ace.

Born at Ngovhela village 34 years ago, Vha-Ace introduced himself to the music industry in 2000. At that stage he was a mere dancer for Khakhathi and Friends.

In 2004, Vha-Ace felt that he was mature enough to stand on his own. He went solo and started to compile reggae songs. According to him, some people stole his songs under the pretense that they were going to introduce him to big recording companies before he could record them. It was at that stage that Vha-Ace told himself that he would never sing again. “But because music is part of my life, I started to compile more songs in 2010,” he said.

In 2011 he went to the GTP Recording Studio in Johannesburg and his debut album, First born, was recorded. It was the songs such as Judicial house, Ni nnzhia hani, Africa and Pimpi which made the album an instant hit with fans. Accompanied by his group, The Rasta Elders, Vha-Ace went back to the same recording company the following year.

That was when he recorded his second album, Lidoda Duvha. Most of the reggae music lovers will remember the album because of the song, Pholisa. The song is about a corrupt police officer who makes case dockets disappear for a bribe.

Vha-Ace released his third album, Vho vha vho tshinyani, three weeks ago. The new release consists of ten songs. It is selling like hot cakes, despite the fact that it is self-marketed. Some of the songs which are driving the fans crazy are Door mat, Tshelede, The harder, Judas and the title song, Vho vha vho tshinyani.

Vha-Ace said that the illegal copying of music is keeping most musicians poor, despite the fact that their music is played everywhere.

To promote his new album, Vha-Ace will performing live at various places throughout the province. He appealed to musicians to remain united, despite the fact that the rate of piracy is skyrocketing day after day. Vha-Ace can be contacted at 072 992 2569 for bookings.