Legendary South African jazz musician Hugh Masekela has died, aged 78. According to a family statement, Masekela lost his battle with prostate cancer on Tuesday and passed away peacefully in Johannesburg, South Africa, surrounded by…
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Gallery: Hugh Masekela thrills at Nairobi’s Safaricom Jazz Lounge
Jazz lovers were treated to an exceptional show on Friday as the globally acclaimed South African jazz maestro Hugh Masekela took the stage at the Safaricom Jazz Lounge in Nairobi, Kenya. In his first appearance at…
Hugh Masekela to Headline Safaricom Jazz Next Month
Jazz lovers will be in for a treat when globally acclaimed South African jazz maestro Hugh Masekela takes the stage at the Safaricom Jazz Lounge, scheduled for Friday 12th August. While the two-time Grammy Award…
New Music: Ralf Gum – ‘With Her Hand’ (feat. Hugh Masekela)
German House veteran DJ/producer Ralf GUM has selected ‘With Her Hand’ as the third official single and next music video taken off the album IN MY CITY which sees him working with both local and…
Pure Joy at African Jazz Fest
It was a celebration of African Jazz last week, with thousands braving the Johannesburg chill to take part in the musical dance of soul and heritage. Jazz, unlike rock, reggae and RnB is celebrated differently….