Moneek

Born and raised in Noordgesig, South Africa, Moneek (aka Monique Hendricks) is a multi-talented Artist Entrepreneur, seamlessly blending her skills as a singer, songwriter, performer, and music teacher. She is the founder of Winona Music, an entertainment company that nurtures emerging talent and produces memorable musical experiences. With a strong foundation in both Classical and Contemporary music, Moneek has built a dynamic career, earning a BA Honours in Arts at WITS while working at Signature Sandton. Her career highlights include recording original music for The Honeymoon Movie (2023), headlining a New Year's Eve show at the Ritz Carlton Dubai (2022), and leading the South African band Rhythmic Pulse. She was also a featured vocalist in A Pinch of Soul, where she recorded several remarkable covers, further showcasing her versatility as a performer.  Most recently, she performed with Kabza de Small at the Redbull Symphonic event.

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Moneek started as a student at COPA in 2017, and her musical journey has been defined by her dedication to both performance and education. She graduated Cum Laude in Vocal Art Performance from TUT in 2021 and was previously the top student in Music Performance at COPA (2017). As a music educator, she has worked with Umlozi Entertainment and private students since 2019, fostering the next generation of artists. She has also performed extensively in television and theater productions, including Imizwilili, Afro Café, and Gospel Spectacular, where she collaborated with notable artists like Mahalia Buchanan, Brian Temba, and Connell Cruise. In addition to Rhythmic Pulse, she has been a part of various musical ensembles, contributing her vocal talents to a diverse range of projects and performances.

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Beyond her work in music, Moneek is passionate about social impact, having contributed to youth and women's conferences, community drama projects, and local feeding schemes. With a career spanning over a decade, she continues to push creative boundaries, inspire audiences, and shape the future of music through her artistry and mentorship.

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With a very experimental sound, Moneek's sound is extremely versatile and she's able to transform across multiple genres, making her a force to be reckoned with.