By: Natasha Archary We're sure you'd agree, the #21daysoflockdown has many South Africans feeling out of sorts. With a complete 360 in daily routines, entertainment options and a lifestyle reshuffle, it is not what we're used to. This goes without saying for the rest of the world in this dire time too. Happy place#ObrigadoLiveParty https://t.co/37X9UIfazP — Chef 'ChewMe' (@TumiChewMe) April 4, 2020 We wanted to bring you a bit […]
South Africa joined the rest of the world in declaring the NOVEL COVID 19 pandemic, a global tragedy which will have far reaching effects to every nation. In keeping with the countries and various cities around the world which began shutting down, restricting travel and limiting social interaction, SPIN Foundation joins in officially confirming the postponement of the IJD Cape Town 2020 celebrations. In accord with our partners, The Host City Cape Town, The Department of Sports Arts and Culture, […]
By: Natasha Archary We all knew the day would come when one of South Africa’s very own would headline the biggest electronic dance music festivals in the world. Fans were eagerly anticipating Ultra South Africa 2020 for this reason. Black Coffee’s Road to Ultra He’s no stranger to the Ultra brand, having graced the line-ups previously on other stages. But to be headlining the main stage with the likes […]
David Coplan, University of the Witwatersrand When Joseph Bekhizizwe Shabalala passed away I stopped in my tracks and just let the sadness pull me down. And then inspiration from his beacon of a life lifted me back up. Shabalala’s own response to the devastating murder of his wife Nellie in 2002 was the transcendently uplifting album by his ensemble Ladysmith Black Mambazo called Raise Your Spirit Higher. It won a […]
In April 2020, Cape Town, South Africa will serve as Global Host City for the ninth annual International Jazz Day. This marks the first time a city on the continent of Africa will have hosted this special celebration and its cornerstone event, the All-Star Global Concert, which brings together dozens of the world’s greatest jazz artists for an unforgettable evening of cultural exchange and live music. Officially declared by the […]
By Mxolisi Mhlongo Ladysmith Black Mambazo is undoubtedly South Africa’s shining stars with 6 Grammy awards under their belt. Little is known about how they came together and in this article, we will explore the group's history and founder Joseph Shabalala. Background: Ladysmith Black Mambazo (Amambazo Amnyama) was assembled in the early 1960s by Dr. Joseph Shabalala, then a young farm boy turned factory worker. Dr. Joseph Shabalala’s story is […]
By Zuko Komisa A song, A Book and A Dish is our weekly feature on Today with John Perlman where we get to know more about prominent South Africans. Zahara recently joined the show as a guest. The sixth born child out of seven, she started singing at the age of two and was part of a church choir by the age of 6. Zahara made her massive debut in […]
This month Kaya 959 invites listeners to tune in for a month of exceptional music and masterclasses as we celebrate the Roots and Routes of jazz. With roots originating on the continent, jazz music has traveled across borders through memory and migration where it has been beautifully reimagined within new localities. As a genre that has evolved greatly over the last two centuries jazz has morphed into a symbol of hope […]
By Zuko Komisa ACCES is a pan-African event for music industry players to exchange ideas, discover new talent and create business connections. ACCES is held in a different African city every year attracting active music industry players from across the globe. Kaya 959 attended this year's conference in Accra, Ghana. Here are of the special moments we captured during the experience.
Kaya 959 takes back Sundays with A Touch of Soul, the only show bringing you soul and RnB music that touches your mind, body and spirit. The Best T in the City, T-bose takes you back to a time when music was made to last. A Touch of Soul is the perfect wind-down to your weekend. Sundays 14h00 to 18h00.
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The Jazz Standard with Brenda Sisane. Sunday's 12:00-15:00.
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WITH XOLA DLWATI: SATURDAYS 12:00 -15:00 Spade of Hearts is a fuse of love and soulful sounds, pulling at your heartstrings. Tune in for songs that will take you down memory lane. It is the sound that once dominated your playlist. It airs Sundays 12:00 – 15:00.
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The World Show is informative, expansive, and largely pan-African. This is a musical journey that bridges generations and genres, travelling across continents and timelines, with in-depth interviews and features. ‘The World Show’ is a four-hour global journey through sound – featuring the freshest tracks from home and afar.
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Real. Familiar. Memorable. Kaya 959 brings you the music you know and love from our playlist. Uninterrupted. Thursdays 20h00 to 21h00
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