By Zuko Komisa Zimbabwean musician Oliver 'Tuku' Mutukudzi has passed away at 66 year old. It has been reported that he had been struggling with his health for over a month.His passing came exactly a year since the passing of his dearest friend, South African jazz musician Hugh Masekela at the age of 78 who had succumbed to a long battle with prostate cancer. “Tuku”, as he was fondly referred, […]
By Nomali Cele This Jazzuary has come with some bad news. Johannesburg's favourite Jazz venue, The Orbit, is closing. Announced on its social media channels on 3 January 2018, The Orbit's closure had the venue's loyal patrons shocked. No one saw the move coming. Driven by an ethos that was all about preserving South African Jazz heritage, the venue has been a part of the city's fabric for nearly five […]
By Nomali Cele Dr Tumi joined T-bose Mokwele for My Top 10 at 10 on The Best T in The City on 29 November. Along with his favourite songs, the gospel star shared his musical journey and touched on his career as a medical doctor. He even spoke about his upcoming African tour, for which he's re-recording one of his hits, "Wafika" in different African languages starting with Shona and […]
By Gomolemo Lesejane “I kept my culture. I kept the music of my roots. Through my music. I became this voice and image of Africa and the people without even realising it” – Miriam Makeba from Makeba: The Miriam Makeba Story (2004) These words of an iconic visionary ring true from the treasured archives of South Africa’s Hall of Fame. A place where Jabulani Tsambo – or HHP as he is […]
By Nomali Cele This past Saturday, Afropolitans got a Folktober treat at Bassline Live Two of the most authentically South African bands joined forces for Bassline Live at the Lyric Theatre. The Soil is no stranger to Bassline devotees, they performed another sold-out show at the same venue in 2017 Freshlyground, whose music was one of the soundtracks of the South African democracy's adolescent years, has been an institution in the […]
In 2017 Kaya 959 MD, Greg Maloka, announced the changes in the Kaya 959 line up which introduced a music show with a twist, called “Sound Supreme”. A year down the line and Sound Supreme has become an institution. In the first year, every Saturday afternoon, the listener was treated to rare selections from music aficionados: DJ Kenzhero, Tha Muzik, Just Themba and The Rhythm Sessions for four hours on […]
Good Friday on Kaya Thebe “Lenyora” graced the Kaya 959 studios on Good Friday with Skhumba and Ndumiso for #BlomBlom on his birthday. A lot of conversations that happen off the microphones while music is playing, tend to set the tone for the sit-down. One particular conversation was about Thebe living in Hillbrow at Park Mansions on Van der Merwe Street just 150 meters from the Hillbrow Police station. […]
By Zuko Komisa Best known for his many years in the radio industry and a prominent feature in the lives of many South Africans on Sunday mornings for his show Makgulong a Matala with Rev. Maine, where he motivate the listeners by sharing scriptures, playing gospel music and profiling established and emerging Gospel artists. Ntate Thuso Motaung has built a successful radio career over the years. He recently joined #TheBestTInTheCity […]
By Nomali Cele There are a lot of ideas of what a musician should do and tours – going where fans are and putting on performances – is one of the expectations. But for most acts, this is a difficult endeavour that sees them relying on concert promoters to book them. The promotions business is profit-driven, which shrinks the pool of who gets booked to only artists who perform the popular […]
He has held it down in the world of mid-morning radio with the best music, riveting topics, brilliant mixes and interesting guests. Every weekday, The Best T proves why he is the BEST by connecting to you like only your bro or favourite uncle could. He lets his listeners dictate the songs they want to hear in the ever-popular Top 10 at 10, and his Three Teaspoons never run out. Catch The Best T in the City Mondays to Fridays from 09h00 to 12h00.
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Feel good about feeling good! That's exactly what The Feel-Good show is about. An escape from the negativity that surrounds us, indulging you in good feels. Pass it on to one and all. Spread the good feeling around Gauteng with Andy Maqondwana.
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Every "Hive" needs a Queen B and Bonolo "Bee Sting" Molosiwa is Kaya 959's honey who brings in the money. With her bubbly personality, infectious laugh, Bee Sting radiates positive energy which is all you need to get your weekend off to the best start. Don't miss the Afrobeat Dancehall Ragga (ADR) Top 10 on The Hive with Bee Sting every Saturday from 18h00 - 21h00.
close Every "Hive" needs a Queen B and Bonolo "Bee Sting" Molosiwa is Kaya 959's honey who brings in the money. With her bubbly personality, infectious laugh, Bee Sting radiates positive energy which is all you need to get your weekend off to the best start. Don't miss the Afrobeat Dancehall Ragga (ADR) Top 10 on The Hive with Bee Sting every Saturday from 18h00 - 21h00.
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