L8 Antique, formed by Lebo Mahlatji in 2007, is a four-piece band that encapsulates the cultural diversity of South Africa through a music style called Shugumisa. Their music is strongly rooted in many diverse South African tribes. It is also influenced by urban genres, giving the band a progressive, world-class feel. L8 Antique has been described as the evolution of African culture in an upbeat society.
It has since shared stages with the likes of Pops Mohammed, Kwani Experience, Lira, Thandiswa Mazwai, Simphiwe Dana, The Mahotella Queens, Fifi, Queen Godis (USA), BLK Jacks, The Brother Moves On, Vusi Mahlasela and McCoy Mrubata. It has also appeared in prominent live music events such as The International Arts Alive Festival, Jazz On The Lake and the Wits Art & Literature Festival. They were voted Johannesburg’s No. 1 band by the Gauteng Department of Sports, Arts & Culture in 2011 and have featured in many other productions.