Afropunk Joburg 2018: Lineup, ticket details and everything you need to know
The lineup has officially dropped.
Afropunk Joburg 2018 is set to be an absolute banger of an event. With the lineup now public knowledge, South Africans are starting to let their excitement reach new heights. As a result, we’ve got everything you need to know about this year’s event.
Afropunk Joburg 2018: Yho but that lineup is fire
With another New Years Eve experience confirmed for South Africans, Afropunk has come through with the juice yet again.
“AFROPUNK Joburg is back this year at Constitution Hill on 30 and 31 December 2018. Come to AFROPUNK Joburg to feel the music, free your mind, and join the movement whilst enjoying an incredible lineup of iconic artists and emerging talents at what is sure to be the party of the year.”
Joining the festivities this year will be “super producer” Kaytranada, Flying Lotus will be debuting his immersive 3D show for the first time on the continent, Los Angeles future R&B stars The Internet and Thundercat, hip hop legends of rebellion Public Enemy.
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The always legendary Big Freda will perform as the resident bounce specialist. If you don’t know who that is, be sure to check the sampling credits of Drake’s Nice for what.
Mzansi’s own Thandiswa Red Mazwai will be serving her hometown crowd with her revolutionary fusion of modern and traditional African sounds. Other local acts include Cape Town’s own Dope Saint Jude and YoungstaCPT.
According to the organisers, Gqom will “be set alive” by FAKA, and Port Elizabeth hitmaker Moonchild Sanelly, with Nomsa Nomisupasta Mazwai and Soweto’s BCUC.
Where to buy Afropunk Joburg tickets?
While early bird tickets have already (obviously) sold out, music lovers are still able to get their hands on a variety of different ticket options.
First, you need to decide what day/days you want to attend. If you’re looking for a full weekend pass, expect to pay a bit more.
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Currently, Advance general ticket sales for just one of the days comes in at R600. If you want both, the weekend pass is fair at R1100.
*Ticket sales will increase by R100 once organisers move on to the next phase in the coming months.
If you want VIP access, you will have to purchase the special weekend pass at R2900.
Tickets can be purchased here.
