Lucia Jakeni (26) from Vereeniging in Gauteng. When she entered Idols
SA for the second time, she had one focus only – to pick the songs
that will make her husky rough diamond voice shine brighter than any
other on the show. So far, so good.
Noma Khumalo (22) from Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal. The Grade 4-7
assistant teacher by day and vocalist in a band by night is fast
becoming the soul sister of the season with her heart-tugging song
choices.
Valentine Mathe (20) from Mamelodi, outside Pretoria. Her infectious
smile and love for life translate every time she takes to the stage to
belt out a song. Born on Valentine's Day, she epitomises love and
happiness.
Nosihe Zulu (28) from Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal. Her
performances have been dominated by contemporary strong female songs
that have served her well. She certainly made an indelible impression
when she brought her young brother to the auditions.
Keegan Martin (23) from Roodepoort in Gauteng. Fourth time's the charm
for this young singer. The first three times he didn't get far;
finally trying his luck this season to rave reviews from the judges
seeing him make the Top 10.
Simphiwe Shobede (28) from Mtubatuba in KwaZulu- Natal lives on his
own and is a full time musician, actor and presenter. He will
continue with his entertainment industry career regardless of the
outcome of his Idols journey. His talent and flexibility have served
him well enough to get to the Top 10 so far.
Tebogo Louw (24) is from Stellenbosch, Western Cape. Arguably the most
watched and talked about returnee by the judges, he knows that he does
not have an easy road ahead. So far, his single-minded focus has seen
him impress all round.
Terra Kocks (28) Eden Park, Alberton. When he steps on to the Idols
stage, not only does he open himself to every single emotion the song
demands, but his incredibly layered voice sees him leave his soul on
that very stage.
Sanele Mkhize (21) is from Ntumaza in KwaZulu-Natal. During his
audition, Somizi called him "refreshing" and Randal said Robbie
Malinga, whose song he sang, would love him.
Bevin Samuels (19) from Port Elizabeth in the Eastern Cape. He was the
first to receive four yesses in Cape Town where he auditioned, bowling
the judges over with his performance of Billionaire by Bruno Mars.