IDOLS XII TAKES OFF WITH A BANG
After what seems like an interminable wait, Idols SA is finally back on our screens and last tonight’s episode proves just how eagerly it was awaited by South Africa! Arguably the most anticipated singing reality TV show of the year, the granddaddy of all talent shows kicked off in Durban where more than 2000 hopefuls lined the streets around the Playhouse for a chance to perform for judges Randall Abrahams, Unathi Msengana, Somizi Mhlongo and Gareth Cliff. In true Idols SA tradition, things got off to an exciting start with melodrama, catty contestants, funny guys, absolutely ludicrous Wooden Mic contenders, and of course, the magical voices. There was Luke Tombola, from Estcourt East. With her angelic smile and never-say-die attitude, the 26 year-old singer returned to Idols SA for a personal record 5 th audition. Buoyed by the fact that she had been part of Robbie Malanga’s team in Clash of the Choirs, another winning Mzansi Magic show, her confidence was at its p...