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Sunday, June 8, 2025

Ari Lennox headlines this week’s CTIJF artist announcements

A force of nature in the global music scene, Ari Lennox is set to make her highly anticipated CTIJF debut, bringing her signature blend of sultry vocals, soulful melodies, and raw storytelling to the festival stage.

Entertainment Reporter|Published

Watch VideoThe Michael Jackson HIStory Show is back in SA and you can’t miss it

The King of Pop is returning—through the electrifying talent of Garth Field in The Michael Jackson HIStory Show.

Staff Reporter|Updated

Get ready to turn up the heat at the Jazz Fest’s outdoor stage

Open-format Gauteng-based DJ Jab a Jaw kicks Friday night off and opens the festival (alongside the Kippies stage where Billy Monama will be serenading fans) with a set that lets the music tell it like it is.

Staff Reporter|Published

Mitchells Plain fest celebrates culture, talent and the power of community

Funland Amusement will return with thrilling carnival rides for all ages, offering exciting prizes and surprises.

Staff Reporter|Published

Belinda Davids to wow city audiences in ‘The Greatest Love of All’

Davids will be accompanied by her international live band and backing vocalists, plus state-of-the-art sound, lighting, visual and theatrical FX, promising a memorable, fun and nostalgic evening of live music.

Staff Reporter|Published

AKA’s new album set for release on Friday

‘Mass Country’ was produced and completed before the South African rapper’s murder in Durban.

Staff Reporter|Published

Women marginalised in SA music industry, study finds

‘Women do not feel safe in South Africa in general, but their safety concerns are exacerbated within the music industry. ’

Staff Reporter|Published

Watch VideoMusic Industry, friends and family mourn former SA's got talent winner James Bhemjee

Messages of condolences from industry colleagues, friends and family flooded social media as the news of Bhemjee’s death spread.

Chevon Booysen|Published

SA cream rises to top as Coffee wins Grammy

Born Nkosinathi Maphumulo, Black Coffee bagged the Best Dance/Electronic Music Album Grammy Award in Las Vegas for his critically acclaimed album, ‘Subconsciously’.

Buhle Mbonambi|Published