 It was not until 1992 that the band became a full-time professional ensemble, and their 'big break' came when producer Grahame Beggs, who worked for BMG Records, saw the quartet perform on TV and during their nine-month residency at the Sun City resort, Beggs signed them to the BMG Africa label, who released their debut album "Zebra Crossing" in 1994.In their native South Africa, "Zebra Crossing" sold some 50,000 copies and went Platinum.The success of "Zebra Crossing" ensured international demand for the quartet's live performances, and also saw the band win "Best New Artist," "Best Instrumental Performance" and "Best Pop Album," a combination one critic called "truly rare," at the FNB South African Music Awards.