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The ultimate young popstar and The Voice UK finalist Donel Mangena, who won the nations hearts with his incredible performances, unleashed his debut single 'Bang Like A Drum' via Polydor Records last year. Co-written by Donel and featuring up-and-coming London rapper Swarmz, the track is a afro-swing leaning pop smash, bringing pure vibes and fun! With his coach and mentor, multi-platinum music producer and songwriter Will.i.am backing him all the way, 16-year old Donel from Southampton, was the must-see artist to watch every week on the show (alongside his dancing Grandma!). Will.i.am who was the last person to work with Michael Jackson likened Donel to the late-King of Pop, he said: "Donel could be the biggest artist on earth', he continues: "The way he is in the studio, how attentive he is, mentally, spiritually, his excitement and dedication. That's what Michael was like." The sentiment for Donel was echoed by the other coaches with Jennifer Hudson calling him a"star", whilst Olly Murs also claimed he has the full popstar package. Even Prince Harry was a fan, and personally invited Donel to join the line-up for the Queen's 92nd Birthday concert at the Royal Albert Hall. Prince Harry introduced him on stage as: "one to watch, a star of the future". Raised in Zimbabwe, Donel has been around music from a very young age and now at the tender age of 17, he's already showing that he's a triple-threat – an artist who can sing, dance and entertain. Donel recently released second his single 'Planets,' and is working hard in the studio on new material.
The ultimate young popstar and The Voice UK finalist Donel Mangena, who won the nations hearts with his incredible performances, unleashed his debut single 'Bang Like A Drum' via Polydor Records last year. Co-written by Donel and featuring up-and-coming London rapper Swarmz, the track is a afro-swing leaning pop smash, bringing pure vibes and fun! With his coach and mentor, multi-platinum music producer and songwriter Will.i.am backing him all the way, 16-year old Donel from Southampton, was the must-see artist to watch every week on the show (alongside his dancing Grandma!). Will.i.am who was the last person to work with Michael Jackson likened Donel to the late-King of Pop, he said: "Donel could be the biggest artist on earth', he continues: "The way he is in the studio, how attentive he is, mentally, spiritually, his excitement and dedication. That's what Michael was like." The sentiment for Donel was echoed by the other coaches with Jennifer Hudson calling him a"star", whilst Olly Murs also claimed he has the full popstar package. Even Prince Harry was a fan, and personally invited Donel to join the line-up for the Queen's 92nd Birthday concert at the Royal Albert Hall. Prince Harry introduced him on stage as: "one to watch, a star of the future". Raised in Zimbabwe, Donel has been around music from a very young age and now at the tender age of 17, he's already showing that he's a triple-threat – an artist who can sing, dance and entertain. Donel recently released second his single 'Planets,' and is working hard in the studio on new material.
