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Nduduzo Makathini
culture

Nduduzo Makhathini takes the world: Local jazz muso tours the US [watch]

Jazz
Live
Music

Artist-driven jazz gigs revive live music in Johannesburg

Abdullah Ibrahim
Music

SA legend Abdullah Ibrahim steals the show on Tiny Desk [watch]

Nduduzo Makathini
Music

Nduduzo Makhathini takes the world: Local jazz muso tours the US [watch]

Jazz
MusicLive

Artist-driven jazz gigs revive live music in Johannesburg

Abdullah Ibrahim
Music

SA legend Abdullah Ibrahim steals the show on Tiny Desk [watch]

SA jazz: Five solo piano album
Music

SA jazz: Five solo piano albums that provide shape and sound to lockdown

By New Frame08-11-2021 21:20

Act of faith: Five solo piano albums released in South Africa during the COVID-19 pandemic give shape and sound to our search for meaning during isolation.

Mabuse
Entertainment

Like father like son: Biko Mabuse shares stage with Hotstix [photos]

By Naledi de Wee27-09-2021 17:19

Sipho ‘Hotstix’ Mabuse’s rapper son Biko Mabuse released the debut album of his group, 12 Dogs, just before joining his legendary father on stage at Ricoffy’s 50th birthday event last week.

Sibongile Khumalo
Entertainment

Sibongile Khumalo’s golden voice to be honoured at drive-in concert [listen]

By Naledi de Wee16-09-2021 13:44

SA’s ‘First Lady of Song’ Sibongile Khumalo always lit up the stage with her powerful voice. She will be honoured at an upcoming drive-in concert.

Ray Charles
Entertainment

‘True Genius’ pays tribute to jazz great Ray Charles [watch]

By Naledi de Wee10-09-2021 14:40

In celebration of what would’ve been Ray Charles’ 91st birthday, Tangerine Records has released a 90-track limited edition box set which featured eight unreleased songs.

Zamajobe
Entertainment

‘I will be doing amapiano my way’: Zamajobe on her comeback [listen]

By Naledi de Wee30-08-2021 14:54

Zamajobe is set to release a four-track amapiano project in October and says she will be tackling the popular genre ‘her way’.

Judith Sephuma
Entertainment

Jazz to amapiano: Judith Sephuma’s next big venture! [watch]

By Naledi de Wee20-08-2021 17:54

Jazz musician Judith Sephuma is also taking a swipe at amapiano. The single she teased with producer Tyler ICU is a soulful amapiano tune.

Tshola
Entertainment

Goodbye Village Pope: Friends and family remember Tsepo Tshola

By Naledi de Wee23-07-2021 11:54

Close friends and family came together to pay tribute to legendary jazz musician Tsepo Tshola in a heartfelt memorial service.

Yvonne
Entertainment

Could Yvonne Chaka Chaka’s voice bring calm to SA’s storm?

By Naledi de Wee15-07-2021 18:04

Yvonne Chaka Chaka’s music has kept many South Africans afloat. In our time of chaos, she hints at the release of a new song for peace.

Tsepo Tshola
Lifestyle

RIP Village Pope: Legendary jazz muso Tsepo Tshola has passed away

By Naledi de Wee15-07-2021 12:17

South Africa mourns the passing of jazz musician Tsepo Tshola who has been in the music industry for four iconic decades.

musa manzini
Lifestyle

Musa Manzini needs a miracle: Funds critical for jazz star’s brain op

By Lusanda Luthuli12-07-2021 22:52

The 50-year-old guitarist is currently at the Helen Joseph Hospital in Johannesburg where he’s being treated for his brain tumour.

Zoë Modiga
Live
Entertainment

#MusicExchange: Zoë Modiga…a woman of music, metaphor and magic

By Martin Myers18-06-2021 20:26

An authentic, compelling artist challenging the status quo, Zoë Modiga is steadily creating an immortal legacy of cultural impact through music, fashion and storytelling.

#MusicExchange: Rapid-fire Q&A
Entertainment

#MusicExchange: Rapid-fire Q&A with guitar great Billy Monama

By Martin Myers05-03-2021 13:22

By exploring diverse genres, the hugely talented jazz aficionado Billy Monama is pushing musical boundaries all the time.

Sibongile Khumalo
News

Iconic South Africa singer Sibongile Khumalo dies at 63

By Cheryl Kahla28-01-2021 19:51

Sibongile Khumalo was regarded as one of the greatest of our time.

jonas gwanga
News

President Ramaphosa mourns passing of creative revolutionary Jonas Gwangwa

By SAnews23-01-2021 19:00

RIP, Ntate Gwangwa.

jonas gwangwa
News

The day jazz died: SA musician Jonas Gwangwa dies at 83

By Cheryl Kahla23-01-2021 17:51

Jonas Gwangwa was a “giant of our revolutionary cultural movement and our democratic creative industries”. RIP.

Andy Ndlazilwana
Entertainment

Mandela Uni presents Isisusa Jazz Fest as immersive virtual experience

By Gillian McAinsh19-11-2020 14:22

Award-winning sax player Sisonke Xonti, trombone wizard Kyle du Preez and Afro-soul singer Andy Ndlazilwana will top the bill.

Diary at the Ready: South Afri
Live
Travel

Diary at the Ready: South Africa’s top music and arts festivals await

By Josie Eveleigh24-02-2020 14:48

Our 2020 hot-list of some of South Africa’s most popular music and arts festivals and why they should be added to the agenda. And fast.

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