By: Natasha Archary

DJ Zinhle, Focalistic and Emtee are amongst the artists who are part of the Cotton Fest lineup.
The 5th edition of the music festival will take place on 06 April at the Old Station in Newtown.
This year’s Cotton Fest evolves beyond the conventional festival and aims to create a “lifestyle movement” where attendees actively mould culture through music, art, sport and celebrate the convergance of individuality.
Cotton Fest released the Phase 1 lineup which features DJ Zinhle, Focalistic, Emtee and Major League DJZ amongst others.
In February 2023, Cotton Fest celebrated the 1-year anniversary of creator Riky Rick’s passing.
Riky Rick was one of the founders of Cotton Fest and the team have made it their ambition to continue the Boss Zonke hitmaker’s dreams.
Rikhado Muziwendlovu Makhado, better known as Riky Rick died last year on 23 February by suicide.
The businessman and award-winning music producer lost his battle to depression.
Before his untimely passing, Riky Rick spoke out about the isolating and dark SA music industry, and Cotton Fest was how he envisioned changing that for the next generation of talent.
Despite all his accomplishments as a fashion designer, founder and owner of Cotton Club Records, and multiple hits, Riky Rick struggled with depression for a long time.
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