African
Rootz Rhythm Concert will be celebrating African Music on Tuesday 5th June at
Catz Pyjamas, Melville.
The programme is commemorating 50 years of the African Union with great music and dance that will move the body and mind with the rhythmic reflection of an African Renaissance - an Africa that is rising. From the deep rural hills of KwaZulu Natal hails Phuzekhemisi and his 12-piece band to music from the mountains of Lesotho represented by the legendary trio, Tau Ea Matsekha. Tau Ea Matsekha - known as the ‘Lion of Matseka‘ - collaborated with Paul Simon on Graceland album, which featured their music in the 'Boy in the Bubble' track.
On the Urban front we have the multi-talented and award winning percussionist and composer Tlale Makhene. Renowned guest artists included on this special African rhythm night are songstress Ayanda Khumalo (Daughter of Sibongile Khumalo), Blondie Makhene as well as flautist Wouter Kellerman.
Catch all of this and much more at 12 Main Road, Melville at Catz Pyjamas.
EVENT DETAILS:
DATE: Wednesday, 5 June 2013
Venue: Catz Pyjamas, 12 Melville, Joburg
Cover Charge: R100 at door
Time: 6PM for 7PM
More info on the Artists featured on the
African Rootz Rhythm Concert:
PHUZEKHEMISI and his 12 piece
band: Kwa Zulu Natal
The Legendary artist Phuzekhemisi has released over 18 albums - many of them achieved platinum status for record sales. Phuzekhemisi is considered the king of the indigenous African maskanda music. As “the people’s voice” and choosing to live in his traditional Zulu kraal in the rolling hills around Umkomaas on the South Coast, Phuzekhemisi remains among the musicians from KwaZulu Natal to draw on the social ills and joys of rural life. He has performed in various parts of the world and introduced maskanda music to thousands of people. He will be performing with his 12-piece band.
TLALE MAKHENE: Joburg
Tlale Makhene, also known as the groove master, is one of South Africa’s most remarkable drumming talents. Highly regarded by musicians and music fans alike, he is a much sought after teacher, session musician and performer. Recently, Tlale has been touring with the William Kentridge Refuse the Hour Tour for the past 2 years and performed at the Miriam Makeba Memorial Concert in Germany last year. One can sense his strength of character through his music. With many Latino influences, beautiful piano pieces and soothing African vocals. A fusion of raw talent and honed skills, blending with the traditional elements are what make these songs some of the best loved around. He will feature Bernice Boikanyo on drums, Mpendulo Nkosi on bass, Eric Paliani on guitar, Mongezi Conjwa on keyboard
TAU EA MATSEKHA: Trio from Lesotho
Popular Sotho Traditional group who gained global recognition from their collaboration with Paul Simon ``Boy In the Bubble`` from his groundbreaking Graceland album. The music features a very powerful medium-paced rhythmic groove with the bass playing lead and accordion supplying harmonic structure.
This band from Lesotho is devoted to Famo music (Lesotho popular) combines traditional a cappella singing in the Sotho language with a driving accordion and bass backing to provide a popular hybrid that flourished in the 1970s. Their name translates as "Lion of Matseka" (being Matseeka an area in Northern Lesotho). Also referred as Tau Oa Matsheha.
The Legendary artist Phuzekhemisi has released over 18 albums - many of them achieved platinum status for record sales. Phuzekhemisi is considered the king of the indigenous African maskanda music. As “the people’s voice” and choosing to live in his traditional Zulu kraal in the rolling hills around Umkomaas on the South Coast, Phuzekhemisi remains among the musicians from KwaZulu Natal to draw on the social ills and joys of rural life. He has performed in various parts of the world and introduced maskanda music to thousands of people. He will be performing with his 12-piece band.
TLALE MAKHENE: Joburg
Tlale Makhene, also known as the groove master, is one of South Africa’s most remarkable drumming talents. Highly regarded by musicians and music fans alike, he is a much sought after teacher, session musician and performer. Recently, Tlale has been touring with the William Kentridge Refuse the Hour Tour for the past 2 years and performed at the Miriam Makeba Memorial Concert in Germany last year. One can sense his strength of character through his music. With many Latino influences, beautiful piano pieces and soothing African vocals. A fusion of raw talent and honed skills, blending with the traditional elements are what make these songs some of the best loved around. He will feature Bernice Boikanyo on drums, Mpendulo Nkosi on bass, Eric Paliani on guitar, Mongezi Conjwa on keyboard
TAU EA MATSEKHA: Trio from Lesotho
Popular Sotho Traditional group who gained global recognition from their collaboration with Paul Simon ``Boy In the Bubble`` from his groundbreaking Graceland album. The music features a very powerful medium-paced rhythmic groove with the bass playing lead and accordion supplying harmonic structure.
This band from Lesotho is devoted to Famo music (Lesotho popular) combines traditional a cappella singing in the Sotho language with a driving accordion and bass backing to provide a popular hybrid that flourished in the 1970s. Their name translates as "Lion of Matseka" (being Matseeka an area in Northern Lesotho). Also referred as Tau Oa Matsheha.
Guest Artists Featured at the African
Rootz Rhythm Concert: 5 June 2013
BLONDIE MAKHENE
Blondie is a legend whose sound has transformed over his 30 albums from disco to kwaito, to pop, back to the traditional healers music of Sangomas through to adult contemporary music. Blondie’s electrifying performances are backed by our country’s history and creative wealth that speaks to the masses. There is wealth in simplicity and Blondie Makhene’s rich music history informed his work as a producer having worked with the icons of the music industry including Bra Hugh Masekela and Brenda Fassie.
BLONDIE’S FOLLOWING PERFORMANCE: Legend Show – Rustenburg, Tsietsieng, Mmanape High School Hall, 16 June 2013, 2pm till late
BLONDIE MAKHENE
Blondie is a legend whose sound has transformed over his 30 albums from disco to kwaito, to pop, back to the traditional healers music of Sangomas through to adult contemporary music. Blondie’s electrifying performances are backed by our country’s history and creative wealth that speaks to the masses. There is wealth in simplicity and Blondie Makhene’s rich music history informed his work as a producer having worked with the icons of the music industry including Bra Hugh Masekela and Brenda Fassie.
BLONDIE’S FOLLOWING PERFORMANCE: Legend Show – Rustenburg, Tsietsieng, Mmanape High School Hall, 16 June 2013, 2pm till late
AYANDA KHUMALO
Ayanda Khumalo was born and raised in Johannesburg, to a musical and
theatre dynasty. Her grandfather, Prof Khabi Mngoma, gave her her first musical
lessons, teaching her music theory, violin and voice. Her parents, Sibongile
Khumalo and the late Siphiwe Khumalo are well known music and theatre
practitioners. Ayanda recently performed superbly at the Road to Joy of Jazz 2013.
What most people love about her music is that her sincere character radiates
throughout. It is only a matter of time before she becomes a household name.
Wouter Kellerman’s album ‘Two Voices’ won the 2011 SAMA (South African
Music Award equivalent of the Grammy) for 'Best Instrumental Album',
reinforcing his status as one of South Africa’s foremost musicians. This was
his second SAMA award after his 2010 award for ‘Colour live’.
A true crossover artist, he thrives on experimenting with the shades, textures and colours that his magic flute is capable of painting, and creatively blending this with other instrumentation and vocal sounds. He has been touring constantly over many years to international festivals and concerts.
A true crossover artist, he thrives on experimenting with the shades, textures and colours that his magic flute is capable of painting, and creatively blending this with other instrumentation and vocal sounds. He has been touring constantly over many years to international festivals and concerts.
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