Podcasts about Brenda Fassie

Classic African Oldies Mix – Sweet Mother, Yéké Yéké & More Highlife classics, Soukous floor-fillers, Afrobeat gold, Makossa grooves, and township jive from the 70s, 80s & 90s—all in one nonstop throwback party! Press play and relive Africa's golden era with iconic anthems from West, East & Southern Africa: Prince Nico Mbarga's Sweet Mother, Mory Kanté's Yéké Yéké, Yvonne Chaka Chaka's Umqombothi, Brenda Fassie's Vuli Ndlela, Miriam Makeba's Pata Pata and many more. Perfect for nostalgic family moments, road-trip vibes, or an old-school house party.

On this episode of Songs of Our Lives, it's YATTA! Even though we had to fight through some technical difficulties throughout, we had a great time talking about YATTA's latest album, “Palm Wine” (one of the albums of the year), the Palm Wine genre, making music videos, and more. Once we get to the questions, we go long about their granduncle, S.E. Rogie, the undeniable magic of Brenda Fassie, moments when Kanye's still got it, an unapologetic appreciation for “Sandstorm,” Whitney Houston, Sufjan Stevens, The Flamingos + plenty more!Listen to all of YATTA's picks HERE“Palm Wine”YATTA on InstagramYATTA's websiteSongs of Our Lives is a podcast series hosted by Brad Rose of Foxy Digitalis that explores the music that's made us and left a certain mark. Whether it's a song we associate with our most important moments, something that makes us cry, the things we love that nobody else does, or our favorite lyrics, we all have our own personal soundtrack. Join Foxy Digitalis on Patreon for extra questions and conversation in each episode (+ a whole lot more!)Follow Foxy Digitalis:WebsitePatreonInstagramTwitterBlueskyMastodonThe Jewel Garden

Bongani Bingwa discusses with writer and author Bongani Madondo about artist Brenda Fassie's legacy, a reflection on her life and how she pursued her goals of becoming a musician from an early age, and the impact of her music on the country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Where do I even begin with this one? Holly Rey is a complete legend. (She's my niece.) I would say 'rockstar' to coin another worn phrase, but rock is not her genre and my niece is so much more than a recording artist and entertainer. As the first woman in 20 years to win a SAMA Best Song Award for the smash hit 'Deeper' (Brenda Fassie won for 'Vulindlela' in 1999), and the winner of the first South African season of  'Masked Singer' there's no question she's talented. It also seems that anything this clever human (my niece)  touches tends to sparkle. Earlier this year she and her little sister Mimi (also my niece) won 3 US Taste Television awards for a series they created in lockdown called 'Baking With The Reys'. When she was in Cape Town recently recording content as a guest on another cooking show, we had a rare chance to sit down for a chat. It's  inspiring to talk to a young person who understands the networked world in which we live and has leveraged elements of that to build an enviable career for herself.  (In the interests of full disclosure, I believe it is important to mention that she is my niece.)Here's a clip of Holly Rey (my niece) live on stage with President Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa On Instagram @a_table_inthecorner Cover image sketched by Courtney Cara Lawson All profile portraits by Russel Wasserfall unless otherwise credited

Arts & Culture Editor at The Conversation, Charl Blignaut the legacy of Brenda Fassie and her contribution to South African music industry.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been thirty years since the first fully democratic elections in South Africa, which saw the African National Congress take power in 1994.But two years before that historic moment, white South Africans had to vote in a referendum that would decide whether or not to usher in a multi-racial government. We hear from President FW de Klerk's then communications officer about how they helped “close the book on apartheid.”Then we journey back to 1976 and hear about the Soweto Uprising, a student led protest against the enforced study of Afrikaans. Bongi Mkhabela who helped organise the peaceful march, tells us how it came to a bloody and tragic end.Plus we take a look at the pivotal role played by women and girls in the lead up to the 1994 elections. Journalist and researcher Shanthini Naidoo tells us why women's work and activism in the ANC is so often overlooked.We hear from Oliver Tambo's son about his father's return to South Africa after 30 years in exile.We also hear about the long overdue return of Sarah Baartman's remains to South Africa, after over 190 years being kept in Europe, where she suffered horrific abuse while she was alive. This programme contains discriminatory language. And finally, we learn about one of South Africa's biggest popstars Brenda Fassie, from her friend, rival and admirer Yvonne Chaka Chaka.Contributors: David Stewards – President FW de Klerk's former communications advisor Bongi Mkhabela- Student organiser of the Soweto uprising Shanthini Naidoo- Journalist and researcher on women during apartheid Dali Tambo- Son of Oliver Tambo Diana Ferrus – Poet who helped bring Sarah Baartman home Yvonne Chaka Chaka- South African popstar(Photo: Nelson Mandela after winning the election in 1994. Credit: Getty Images)

Brenda Fassie was one of South Africa's biggest pop stars in the late 1980s. The singer's career nosedived in 1990, but her comeback saw her dubbed the 'Madonna of the townships' by Time magazine.Yvonne Chaka Chaka, born a year after Brenda, was perhaps the only South African pop star who could rival her popularity.Twenty years ago, in 2004, Brenda diedYvonne celebrates Brenda's life with Ben Henderson.(Photo Brenda Fassie, a South African pop star, performing on stage. Credit :ALEXANDER JOE/AFP via Getty Images.)

    Clement Manyathela hangs out with legendary musician and producer Sello ‘Chicco' Twala to reflect on his life and journey in the arts generally and in music specifically. Twala reflects on working with artists like Brenda Fassie and Hugh Masekela. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Quick mid-week episode with brand new music from jazz legends CharlesLloyd and AbdullahIbrahim, kompas music from Haiti, South African pop superstar Brenda Fassie & a new/old soul music back-to-back!

Legendary Makeup Artist, Faith Seuoe on who have worked with the likes of Brenda Fassie, Felicia Mabuza-Suttle, Beyonce and Danai Gurira amongst others is trailblazing make-up artist Faith Seuoe has played her part in elevating the state of the beauty industry for around 5 decades was this week honoured with the 2023 GQ's Men of the Year Awards, Industry Icon of the Year award and another award at the Fashion Industry Awards SA for her excellence in the Makeup industry.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brenda Fassie ni Miongoni mwa Wasanii walioibua kipaji cha Msanii Pilisila Said maarufu Akanana,baada ya kupotea kwa muda wa miaka zaidi ya 15 sasa amereja na Albam, Ungana na Steven Mumbi Katika Makala ya Nyumba ya Sanaa.

Do you know what TAU means in Tswana? Celeb Savant, Barret Edelstein, spoke with Botswana-raised and South African-based DJ and Producer, TAU. We hear about his creative process, the meaning behind his name, and remixing songs by legends Brenda Fassie and Mango Groove. Instagram - @tau.bw Facebook - @tau.bw

Brenda Fassie (1964-2004) was South Africa's queen of pop music. She had a fiery spirit and her fair share of controversies in the press, but that didn't stop her from capturing the hearts of audiences across the globe. We're celebrating Pride Month with Icons: supreme queens of queer culture. Some are household names... others are a little more behind the scenes. All of them have defied social norms and influenced generations of people to be unapologetically themselves. History classes can get a bad rap, and sometimes for good reason. When we were students, we couldn't help wondering... where were all the ladies at? Why were so many incredible stories missing from the typical curriculum? Enter, Womanica. On this Wonder Media Network podcast we explore the lives of inspiring women in history you may not know about, but definitely should. Every weekday, listeners explore the trials, tragedies, and triumphs of groundbreaking women throughout history who have dramatically shaped the world around us. In each 5 minute episode, we'll dive into the story behind one woman listeners may or may not know–but definitely should. These diverse women from across space and time are grouped into easily accessible and engaging monthly themes like Educators, Villains, Indigenous Storytellers, Activists, and many more.  Womanica is hosted by WMN co-founder and award-winning journalist Jenny Kaplan. The bite-sized episodes pack painstakingly researched content into fun, entertaining, and addictive daily adventures.  Womanica was created by Liz Kaplan and Jenny Kaplan, executive produced by Jenny Kaplan, and produced by Liz Smith, Grace Lynch, Maddy Foley, Brittany Martinez, Edie Allard, Lindsey Kratochwill, Adesuwa Agbonile, Carmen Borca-Carrillo, Taylor Williamson, Ale Tejeda, Sara Schleede, and Abbey Delk. Special thanks to Shira Atkins. Original theme music composed by Miles Moran. Follow Wonder Media Network: Website Instagram Twitter See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

South African actor, Wian Taljaard, is ready to take over our playlist this Sunday for another edition of #AnHourWith!  Every Sunday from 10am, we hand over control of our playlist to a special guest for just one hour, and with only one brief - to play their very favourite 80s & 90s hits and share fond musical memories!  Tune into CapeTalk this Sunday for awesome tracks from Cher, Santana, and Brenda Fassie. Listen across the city on 567 AM | DStv Channel 885 | The App | www.capetalk.co.zaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1. SpheraQ & Bongani mehlomakhulu - Heart of a Giant 2. TimAdeep & Gary Copper Sa - Strong Again 3. Brenda Fassie - jiva ( Fatso 98 remix) 4. Scooby ft Fabulouz - Blowing my mind remix 5. Azana - Higher ( Meets Couza) 6. Kancane ( Fatso 98 remix) 7. Beyonce - Cuff it (Bee-bar just bee u mix) 8. Dj silti - Fake love 9. El Moro ,Cithizen Sthee & Bee - bar - it's just us 10. My first love 11. Fka mash - ###### 12. Tambootie

We're back with City Scenes on our trip around the world looking at the music scene of a different city each week. We've been moving through the alphabet as we go and this week for the letter J we are in Johhanesburg, South Africa. Johannesburg is a city of over 14 million residents making it the Largest City in South Africa. When it comes to Music, Johannesburg has birthed some of South Africa's most famous musicians including the likes of Miriam Makeba, Hugh Masekela, Dave Matthews, Letta Mbulu, Johnny Kleg, Mandoza and countless others. This episode focuses on the development of popular dance music forms from the 1960s right up to the present day to have come mainly out of the townships of Johannesburg and in particular one called Soweto. The townships of Johannesburg have produced some incredible music and to get the context in which a lot of this music was made it's important to understand that the history, geography, demographics and consequently music of Johannesburg has been shaped by the legacy of the apartheid system which separated white and black residents of Johannesburg between the 1950s and 1990s. Under this system, poorer black residents of the city were forced out of wealthier neighbourhoods and lived in separate neighbourhoods called townships on the outskirts of the city. Soweto (or South West Townships which it is abbreviated from) is a large collection of townships outside Johannesburg that in fact existed as a separate city until the 1990s but which is now considered part of the city of Johannesburg. These townships produced some amazing music - At times as a result of protest to the oppression that their residents lived under during apartheid. From Township funk, soul, rock and, disco in the 70s, bubblegum pop in the 80s, kwaito in the 90s and these days a genre called Amapiano. Underground dance music forms like soul, rock, funk, disco and more modern forms like kwaito have thrived in the townships, even under the oppressive apartheid laws of the late 70s and early 80s when live music and gathering in large groups was restricted, bands would find ways to play concerts and hold dances. In the 1980s the popularity of disco and soul began wane and South Africa became enraptured by a new form of dance music called Bubblegum. Bubblegum was a modern sounding form of dance music, driven by synthesizers rather than guitars that mixed feel-good beats with progressive vocals that often had a political message. Perhaps the biggest star of the Bubblegum period is Brenda Fassie, a singer that was born in capetown but formed her group Brenda and Big Dudes in Johannesburg and became a pioneer of South African Bubblegum pop. She's often referred to as the Queen of African Pop and even The Madonna of the townships. Johannesburg has always been a source of inspiring and catchy Dance music and in the 1990s with the development of house music and dance music topping the charts in europe and the USA, Johannesburg was no different. But in South Africa, the rhythms and beats of house music grooved to a slower tempo. In the 1990s a genre called Kwaito came out of the townships of Johannesburg and quickly became the most popular genre in the country, characterised by slowed down house beats and pumping deep baselines paired with African percussion sounds and samples. Johannesburg these days is a city which is known for its dance music. Everywhere around the city you can hear the latest house music blasting from nightclubs, bars, shops and even the taxis in the street. If Kwaito was the most popular form of dance music in the 1990s and 2000s it has now firmly been superseded by the new beat on the street - something called Amapiano.

Technology is one of the great drivers of musical change, and often one of its least understood. In this episode, we explore the synthesizer, looking closely at the history of this ubiquitous (and often debated) piece of musical technology, and investigating how and why it was first used in a variety of African musics. Enabled by groundbreaking record reissues by synth pioneers like William Onyeabor (Nigeria) and Hailu Mergia (Ethiopia), disco stars like Kris Okotie, and South African superstar Brenda Fassie, we take you back to the '70s and '80s, listening to the birth of a distinctly African electronic sound. Produced by Sam Backer. APWW #676

NEW: Two (2) Two (2)-Hour episodes, minus (-) fluff and mumbling, equals (=) Three(3) Hours and 45 (forty-five) minutes of BIRDS. This may or may not be the format going forward. Comments, questions, concerns, complaints, commendations welcome: confbirds@gmail.com These weeks: Sara Serpa (w. Onisephone Nembe); Australian Art Orchestra; Alicia Carrasco; Ga'anda Flute Band (from Nigeria); Oluyemi Thomas's Positive Knowledge; James Brandon Lewis; El Grupo Jatari; Orquesta Aragón; Roberto Anglero; Jorge Humberto; Kerala Kante; Luis de Cordoba; Henry Threadgill 14 or 15 Kestra: AGG; Nat Birchall Unity Ensemble; Orchestre Kiam; Brenda Fassie; Lemma; Super Data; Linda May Han Oh;  Star Band de Dakar; Celestine Okwo; Angelika Nescier w. Alexander Hawkins; Carmen Moore; Anabela; Nara Leão; much much more...! Always FREE of charge to listen to the radio program on WRFI at our new time Sundays 7:00-9:00PM (New York time), and free also to stream, download, and subscribe to the podcast online: via PODBEAN: https://conferenceofthebirds.podbean.com/ via iTUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/conference-of-the-birds-podcast/id478688580 Also available at podomatic, Internet Archive, podtail, iheart Radio, and elsewhere. PLAYLISTS at SPINITRON: https://spinitron.com/WRFI/pl/16487207/Conference-of-the-Birdshttps://spinitron.com/WRFI/pl/16487207/Conference-of-the-Birds and via the Conference of the Birds page at WRFI.ORG https://www.wrfi.org/wrfiprograms/conferenceofthebirds/  We will continue to update playlists at confbirds.blogspot.com 24-48 hours of the program's posting  online. Join us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/conferenceofthebirds/?ref=bookmarks FIND WRFI on Radio Garden: http://radio.garden/visit/ithaca-ny/aqh8OGBR Contact: confbirds@gmail.com

The Joburg theatre celebrated 60 years the past weekend and honored artists and creatives who have contributed to the success of theatre and the arts industry. Themed The Diamond Jubilee Evening of Celebration, the night started with a walk of fame and unveiling of the stars at the main entrance of the theatre celebrating artists such as Brenda Fassie, Hugh Masekela, Gibson Kente, Trevor Noah, Miriam Makeba, Pieter Dirk-Uys, Poet, author and the bard of the liberation struggle Dr. Don Mattera, Comedian Desmond Dube, Johnny Clegg, just to name a few were honored with a star at the entrance of the Joburg Theatre. Elvis Presslin spoke to Member of the Mayoral Committee for Community Development (MMC) Ronald Harris 

You don't want to miss this episode of No Wahala with Tune Day and Bawo. 'Clique Talk' featuring ultra talented artist and music producer, Muzi. Topics in this week's episode of #NoWahala with @theycallmeTUNE x @justbawo include: Intro: N/A Special Guest: Muzi, Artist/Producer/DJ Topics: 0:00 - Start of Show 2:50 - Click Roulette! 6:28 - Introducing Muzi! 12:10 - Mzansi Tales 14:00 - Muzi's Early Life in KwaZulu-Natal 20:45 - Muzi's Evolution from Rapper to Producer 23:32 - Decision to Drop out of School 28:41 - Global Citizens Fest Recap 38:40 - Muzi's Transition to DJing 52:28 - Muzi's “I've Made It” Moment 59:50 - Manifesting “ZENO” 1:04:30 - Finding Good African Food in America 1:12:33 - Impact of Brenda Fassie & Classic Mzansi Pop 1:22:30 - Drake's “Honestly Nevermind” Review 1:24:18 - Burna Boy / Drake Beef Theory 1:31:35 - Future Plans for Muzi 1:32:57 - Africans Need To Tell Their Own Stories 1:42:58 - Songs of The Week - Muzi 1:52:45 - Outro Fan Mail: Musa is in Malta with the DLT pipu dem. He is not on seat. Cover Art: No Wahala Cover Ten-Q. _______________________________ Featured Songs: * Muzi - “Muzi - A Day In Chicago” * Bawo - “Muzi - Mcane ft. Samthing Soweto" * Tunde - “Muzi - Mama Dance” & "Muzi - Good Vibes Only" _______________________________ Subscribe on YouTube: https://nowaha.la/YTSub Listen on Other Pod Platforms: https://nowaha.la/pod Upcoming Events: https://nowaha.la/events Become a Supporter: https://nowaha.la/support Send Us Messages To Read on Air: https://nowaha.la/fanlove -Thanks for Listening!- nowaha.la | instagram.com/NoWahalaPod | facebook.com/NoWahalaPod | twitter.com/NoWahala | tiktok.com/@NoWahala | youtube.com/NoWahala #NoWahala [No Wahala] --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nowahala/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nowahala/support

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Gugu Mhlungu speak to Poet & Theatre maker, Koleka Putuma on what to expect from her play titled ‘Hullo Bu-Bye Koko Come In' (inspired by a line from a Brenda Fassie song) at The National Arts Festival in Makhanda (formerly Grahamstown) from 23 June-3.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oghene Kologbo est né à Warri, au Nigéria en 1957. Son père, Joe King Kologbo, était un célèbre musicien de Highlife. Dès l'adolescence, Kologbo a commencé à jouer avec le maître de l'Afrobeat et révolutionnaire Fela Kuti. Kologbo enregistrera plus de 50 disques avec son groupe Afrika 70. Il jouait les lignes hypnotiques de guitare ténor, mais bien souvent c'est aussi lui qui jouait la basse et la guitare rythmique sur les disques. Kologbo était l'assistant personnel de Fela, son magnétophone, il mémorisait les mélodies qu'il lui murmurait afin de garder une trace des inspirations des futurs titres phares afrobeat du Black President. En 1978, après un concert au festival de jazz de Berlin, Kologbo a quitté le groupe, accompagné de Tony Allen et quelques autres, et s'est installé à Berlin. Il collabore avec beaucoup d'artistes renommés tel que Brenda Fassie, King Sunny Ade, ou encore avec le groupe de reggae Roots Anabo. En 2005, Kologbo intègre l'Afrobeat Academy, le meilleur groupe d'Afrobeat de Berlin, qui par la suite a donné naissance au groupe du guitariste Ghanéen Ebo Taylor, puis à celui du chanteur Ghanéen Pat Thomas. En 2007, Kologbo se lance en solo avec un premier album en hommage à Fela puis un nouvel album Africa is The Future sorti sur le label français Paris DJs. Un album qui est le résultat d'une énergie collective. On retrouve ses compères Tony Allen, Pat Thomas ainsi que le deejay Joseph Cotton, la chanteuse Ayo, et des membres de Frères Smith, d'Antibalas et du Newen Afrobeat. Kologbo livre sa version de l'afrobeat du XXIème siècle dans sa forme la plus pure, mélangeant les inspirations d'origine et les styles plus modernes. Il en profite pour nous raconter en détail la naissance de ce disque et nous raconte comment est né l'Afrobeat dans les années 70 quand il côtoyait Fela Kuti ou encore Orlando Julius.« Tous mes souvenirs sont cool, je les apprécie mieux maintenant. J'essaie de tous les partager, car si je meurs, ils vont disparaître et on va plus s'en rappeler alors je les transmets gratuitement le plus possible. Les gens achètent mes places, viennent me voir, et me disent que de partout au Rwanda, au Niger, tout le monde écoute l'afrobeat. Je suis content, le rêve de Fela se réalise et l'afrobeat devient connu mondialement. » Voir Acast.com/privacy pour les informations sur la vie privée et l'opt-out.

We speak to Elana Cowen today. She is a recitalist and performer. This month, she is playing Rona Lisa Perett with THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE. Elana previewed one of her favorite songs with our audience! Landmark Musical Theatre's production of THE 25th ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE will feature two different casts (the Alpha Cast and the Betta Cast) who will be performing at specific performances. The full schedule of performances for each cast is available at LandmarkMusicals.com. We are also featuring Putumayo's World Groove album - an upbeat, global dance party that features the hottest blends of world music with electronica, dance music and more. World Groove features two French DJ collaboratives, Rouge Rouge and Major Boys, as well as Turkish star Mustafa Sandal, German electronic pop group 2raumwohnun, and a collaboration between Algerian raï legend Cheb Mami and popular French hip-hop singer K-Mel. Featured African artists include the late Brenda Fassie (who passed away just as the compilation was being finalized), Malian fusionist Issa Bagayogo and Congolese/Belgian group Zap Mama. Also featured on World Groove are Cuban electro-son pioneer Edesio and Lebanese star Ragheb Alama, one of the most popular singers in the Middle East. Track Listing: Attention 3:49 Aya Benzer 3:47 Ich Weib Warum 3:46 Sous le Soleil 4:34 Nogo 5:28 Miss.Q.In 4:29 Parisien du Nord 3:29 Ama-Gents 4:35 El Sopon de Yuya 4:24 Saharony Ellil 5:30 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/global-ginga/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/global-ginga/support

DJ AYAMAN SA PRESENTS ULTIMIX WEEKEND EDITION ( 16-07-2021) TRACK LIST 1. Start of the weekend (DJ Ayaman into) 2. Ultimix weekend edition ( DJ Ayaman into) 3. N/A 4. Zama intro 5. DJ Ayaman intro ft Nkuli 6. West Bank intro 7. What your name Acapella 8. Mark the word 9. The village ( DJ Ayaman edition reprise tool) 10. Yuri Da Cunha - Achutuchu Studio Acapella 11. Zhu - faded Studio Acapella 12. Skeleton Moves Reprise 13. Black Motion & Logic ft Cacharel Donne 14. Mafikizolo Happiness Studio Acapella 15. Gregor Salto - para voce ft Curio Capoeir Acapella 16. Damon Studio Acapella 17. 1605 Vivid 18. Gabadiya Studio Acapella 19. Count your blessings Studio Reprise 20. DJ Kent I can't survive Studio Acapella 21. Brenda Fassie ft Winnie khumalo higher and higher 22. String ray Studio Acapella 23. N/A 24. N/A 25. Empire of the sun - Working on a dream Studio Acapella 26. Not yet Uhuru 27. ########### Reprise 28. Dude boys so of God 29. Wow fishing 30. N/A ___________THE END______________ FOR BOOKINGS Call: 061 983 9103/067 945 5833 WhatsApp: 067 945 945 5833 Facebook: DJ Ayaman SA Instagram: I'M DJ AYAMAN SA Twitter: @ DJ AYAMAN SA Email: djayaman03@gmail.com YouTube channel: THE BUZZ Please download share and enjoy --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/eshdey-diphae/support

Back by popular demand, our hosts bring you another toe-tapping episode of Radio Takeover—the only all-music, all-revolution program on the digital waves. On this episode, listen in as we spin the sounds of Max Romeo, Brenda Fassie, The Minutemen, Run the Jewels, Victor Jara, and much, much more. 

This is the mix tape for Brenda Fassie like I promised. Enjoy!

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Greetings Glocal Citizens! We're back in Nairobi this week and we're talking the business of being a creative in Africa. Moses Mbasu, better known as Buddha Blaze is the Talent Manager at BLAZE Kenya and Creative Director at Spark Africa Limited a multimedia youth oriented agency based in Nairobi, Kenya. He got his start as a music blogger and all around "connector" to events, music, hip-hop, Africa, diaspora, technology, social networking, fashion, media, investment, and progressive politics. Blaze was the editor of East Africa’s first entertainment magazine PHAT! - the first magazine of its kind in Kenya. He gained Pan-African recognition as the Artist and Repertoire Manager at Coke Studio Africa (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCABZrkBsGdCRGpibJOkKKmw), a music production TV series with live performances by African artists. Blaze's career works have provided a platform for young and budding African artists to express themselves and connect with fans, documenting the emergence of an entertainment industry in Kenya. In his time as editor of PHAT! Magazine, Blaze interviewed numerous entertainers namely Suzanna Owiyo, Yvonne Chakachaka, Shaggy, Nameless, Redsan, Eric Wainaina, Bamboo, Alpha Blondy, the late Lucky Dube, Mandoza, Lebo Mathhhhosa and Brenda Fassie. Blaze led campaigns through writing to have radio stations start playing Kenyan music instead of only playing international music changing the way radio looks at Kenyan music. Following his experience spearheading Safaricom's 2002 Star Search, in 2003 he led the first group of Kenyan artists to the KORA All African Music Awards in Johannesburg, South Africa. In 2004 he was involved in World Bank anti-piracy project Action for Music and through working with WAPI, Blaze designed and managed a global artists movement for British Council called WAPI which had reach in Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, Uganda and Malawi. Through WAPI, Blaze has inspired the careers of many artists such as Sauti Sol, Big Mic, Point Blank, Muthoni the Drummer Queen and Liz Ogumbo. Blaze was truly a treat to host. This talented forward thinker is the stuff that African music industry legend is made of! Enjoy! Where to find Blaze: On Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/buddha-blaze-85819013/) On Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/buddhablazeworld/?hl=en) On Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/buddha.blaze) On Twitter (https://twitter.com/itsbuddhablaze?lang=en) On YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/c/BuddhaBlaze/featured) What's Blaze listening to? Thomas Sankara (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thomas_Sankara) Other topics of interest: Blaze's "Where" - Killimani (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kilimani) Blaze's TED Talk (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sU-RYCvvFB4) PHAT! Magazine (http://phatafrica.com/2017/) Artists of interest: Nameless (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nameless_(musician)) Khaligraph Jones (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Khaligraph_Jones#:~:text=Brian%20Ouko%20Robert%2C%20born%2012,Yego%22%20and%20%22Mazishi%22) K South (https://www.kenyans.co.ke/k-south) Sarkodie (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sarkodie_(rapper)) Jojo Abot (http://www.jojoabot.com/) Burna Boy (https://www.onaspaceship.com/) Efya (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Efya) Wanlov the Kubolor (https://wanlov.bandcamp.com/) Special Guest: Moses "Buddha Blaze" Mbasu.

As broadcast April 14, 2021 with extra mileage on the tunes for all podcast travelers.  We wish Herbie Hancock a belated 81st birthday, as the legendary man on the keys made another trip around the sun & we might add may there be many more!  After that, it was the debut of Lizz Kalo on the show, and she'll be joining us weekly on our Round Trip Wednesdays.  Thus, we took a trip to her home country and rocked the legends that make South Africa such a gifted country musically, with cuts from Brenda Fassie, Hugh Masekela, Miriam Makeba, Black Coffee, and a slew of other truly gifted musicians.  #feelthegravityTracklisting:Part I (00:00)Herbie Hancock – Stars In Your EyesHugh Masekela – Mama (Metro Area Birthday Dub)Brenda Fassie – Noma KanjaniLetta Mbulu – Normalizo Black Coffee feat Maxine Ashley & Sun-el Musician – You Need MePart II (33:25)Ladysmith Black Mambazo – Hello My BabyBongeziwe Mabandla – NdokulandelaMuzi – Sondela ForeverSeba Kaapstad – AfricaMiriam Makeba – Quit ItAbdullah Ibrahim – SowetoTony Allen & Hugh Masekela – Robbers, Thugs & MuggersPart III (64:10)Brenda Fassie - Vuli Ndela Miriam Makeba - Pata Pata Black Coffee feat Monique Bingham - Deep In The Bottom - of Africa The Muffinz - Ghetto Ojah feat Hugh Masekela - Afro Beat Blues Part IV (98:24)Sha Sha - Tender Love Tellaman, Shekinah, Nasty C - Whipped Thabsie - iLula Kai – MmmhJONGHYUN - Moon 

CW: suicide, violence, genocide, abuse Dumi and the African Queer Youth Initiative fight for the Pan-African rights of Queer people. Because even though a lot of progress have been made in the past, there is still a long way to go. Unfortunately, the show did not end the way we'd hoped. It's been a challenge to get this recording going on, but not everything always goes as planned. In this case, the internet connection on Dumi's end was not quite cooperative. However, we still had quite a long conversation so here's what we ended up with. Consider Supporting through https://Patreon.com/Queersounds Flashback Track: Choir of St. John’s College, Cainbrigde - Silent Night Queer Artist Spotlight: Brenda Fassie – Nomakanjani Best Live Experience: Aretha Franklin – Nessun Dorma Recent Discovery: Letta Mbulu – Not Yet Uhuru Shownotes Dumi’s work as Activist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMgYbtrOYFA&feature=youtu.be African Queer Youth Initiative: https://aqyi.org/ Brenda Fassie’s activism: https://africasacountry.com/2014/06/brenda-fassie-a-revolution-without-harmony/ Also available through Apple Podcasts and Spotify

La semaine passée, Nicky Blumenfeld, animatrice radio chez Kaya FM à Johannesburg, nous donnait des nouvelles de sa ville, qui, comme le reste du monde, souffre en ce moment d'une crise économique et culturelle.Elle revient aujourd'hui nous sortir de notre torpeur hivernale avec un Worldmix qui allie des figures emblématiques de la scène sud-africaine, (Brenda Fassie, Letta Mbulu) et des artistes plus récents comme Samthing Soweto et Bongeziwe Mabandla. Playlist « Réveil au bout du monde » Wizkid - No Stress Dele Sosimi - E Go BettaZaza - NduzangouCarlinhos Brown - Carlito MarronCantamarta - Lluvia (Daniel Haaksman Remix) Waro & Friends "Rest la maloya" Playlist Worldmix Brenda Fassie - Baxakekile OxamLetta Mbulu - Minha Roupa/Ka Meropa Samthing Soweto - Omama Bomthandazo (feat. Makhafula Vilakazi) Bongeziwe Mabandla - JikelezaMilton Gulli - CacimboEA Wave & Ami Faku - Ungowami (Sichangi Remix) Shamrock Guitor - The Pandemic Prayer (Fugees - Fu-Gee-La)Écouter le deuxième mix de Nicky Blumenfeld juste ici. Visuel © Bongeziwe Mabandla / Facebook See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Disclaimer: The views expressed are those of the speakers and do not reflect the policy or position of Baobulb.org YouTube Chantel Koning – (The House of Chanti – Afrikan Fashion designer – Dress Maker – DJ) Chanti talks about her time in the early 90’s, DJ’ing at Tandor in the infamous Rocky Street in Joburg. Growing up and learning how to dress make from her Aunties in Elsies River Cape Town and how travelling through Afrika and then later the world expanded her outlook on life and general approach to her art and craft and eventually led to her designing for some of the biggest names in Music and Fashion as well as London African Fashion week.The Other Side of the Sun is a podcast by Solarkidd. It’s a journey of self discovery. With eclectic tastes. Ranging from Ancient History to Music. And likewise, astronomy and language. Similarly, ancient alien theories. For more podcasts, visit Spudcaster. Chantel Koning Links:Instagram

Nametso Mathlaga, President at African Woman in Leadership and Director of Matthan Jewellery Collection Nametso Matlhaga is the founder of Matthan Jewellery Collection in Botswana. Her business is passionate about making memories come true, manufacturing jewellery using precious metals like gold and silver, and precious and semi precious stones. The business started in 2010 and today has 5 employees. Her team of craftsmen transform every client’s personal design ideas into bespoke and highly individual pieces of jewellery, making every piece memorable. As a young female entrepreneur with a decade of successful experience in the jewellery manufacturing and retail business, she was selected for, and successfully completed the 2018 Tony Elumelu Foundation entrepreneur training programme. She is a strong advocate for entrepreneurship, women empowerment, mentorship and a believer in positive thinking. https://www.linkedin.com/in/nametso-matlhaga-72484b162? Gigi Lamayne - African Rap Goddess, Philanthropist, Entrepreneur, Multiple Award winning Hip Hop Artist Artist & Speaker, Gigi Lamayne was born Genesis Gabriella Tina Manney. She is a 24-year-old South African award-winning rap artist. Rapper, Singer, song-writer and Poet all describe this multi-facet artist. Her poetic skills were developed at the tender age of 11, having her first poem titled “Valentine’s Day” published at the Poetry Institute of Africa under the Anthology – Fairytale moon. Gigi Lamayne later developed her unique writing skills into rap by the age of 16, drawing inspiration from the likes of Jean Grae, Bob Marley, Brenda Fassie and Tupac Shakur. Gigi Lamayne’s talent was realized at an exchange programme in the UK under the Richard Branson Scholarship programme at Stowe School Buckingham where her performance earned her the runner‐up position, as well as at The DCS showdown East District in 2011 where she scooped an award in the category: Best in Rap. The quadruple talent has made a magnificent impact on the growth and development of the female MC scene in the African Continent. Twitter - @Gigi_Lamayne www.gigilamayne.co.za

Nkosi Sikelel' iAfrika (God Bless South Africa) The name of the national anthem of South Africa

South Africa is one of my musical mothers. I discovered this nearly twenty years ago when I stepped on the continent for the first time and landed near the Indian Ocean in the city of Durban. By the time I pulled up to Durban, I had already spent that entire year listening to a Zulu musician, also from Durban, by the name of Busi Mhlongo. And while her name never really circulated in the States like a Miriam Makeba or a Letta M’bulu, I knew that her voice, her music, and her movement was an invitation to reacquaint myself with the long standing relationship between Black South Africans and Black Americans. So, whether we’re talking about the parallel musical and personal lives of Brenda Fassie and Whitney Houston or the parallel demonization of exiled political warriors Duduzile Ndwashlana and Assata Shakur, I know that South Africa has rhythmic resistance strategies that Black Americans have and should continue to learn from. It’s been four years since I released my last mix, and six years since I released a musical essay from my Afro-Digital Migration series. House Music in Post-Apartheid South Africa. The gap in time is a reflection of the shift in direction my practice has taken since I’ve moved from behind the turntables into the university classroom. DJ Scholarship took me to new places—but South Africa continues to call me home to the decks. In November of 2019 I was indoctrinated into the sound movement known as Amapiano, a sub-genre of deep house that nods its head to the tempo of Kwaito and uses the organ as a primary time machine for Diasporic travel. Imagine if the global Black church had an 808 drum near the choir stand. Amapiano is closely related to what I call Blues Ministry, that genre of music that samples and creates an interdependent relationship between the sacred and the profane. Spiritually fucked by the bass. I produced this mix while also thinking about global Blackness and how it informs how we listen to music and what we listen for. DJs were the first people to introduce me to music of the Black Atlantic. Sade’s residency on Quiet Storm Black American radio and Hugh Masekela’s imprint on Sunday jazz radio taught me about a transnational conversation that through music has remained in place representing a divine interconnectedness. To me, DJ Scholarship holds the intimacies that unfold within the worlds of the Black diaspora and the mix brings together multi-vocalities that speak to this unfolding. Opening with the spokesperson for the Movement for Democratic Change Alliance party, Fadzayi Mahere addresses rising tensions in Zimbabwe after being arrested while protesting the government’s response to COVID and decades of struggles informed by the after lives of colonialism. It includes Nina Simone talking about her beloved chosen countries Liberia and Switzerland. I sample a call and response moment from the 2002 film Amandla and got blessed with a guest drop by Zama Dube, former radio host from YFM, and one of the most important people I’ve met this year. Zama Dube, again from Durban, was my thinking partner for this music. In this sense the mixed tape symbolizes what Louis Chude Sokei would call a "Diasporic echo chamber" that came together as we hit corners in the Crenshaw district blasting township funk. The final voice is the masterful Dick Gregory from the 1972 Nation Time convention which took place in Gary, Indiana. I was invited by filmmaker and cultural critic dream hampton to produce a mix in response to the August 28, 2020 Black National Convention inspired by Nation Time. The Black Convention "recognizes a shared struggle with all oppressed peoples—and that collective liberation will be a product of all of our work. It is our hope that by building in solidarity and working together to create and amplify a shared agenda, we can continue to move toward a world in which the full humanity and dignity of all people is recognized.” It made sense for me to consider how this virus and the political fuckshit that enwraps us all is something that music will hold in its lyrics—sound tracking what we feel and see.

Nelson Mandela, Miriam Makeba, Brenda Fassie are all famous South African who spoke clicking sound Language known as Xhosa. you have to pronounce it whit a "Q". well find out more by listening.

Whats Your Poison with Jon Savage S02E10 Superstar Amanda Black joins me on this weeks episode. She eats chocolate and talks about her break up with Ambitiouz Records, bringing her traditional Xhosa culture to her style and the impact that Brenda Fassie has had on her! Love it! You can watch this episode on our Youtube link https://youtu.be/_NnWTpmyOII --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jon-savage/support

Kurt Darren has a new album out called The African Songbook and it's so fresh and unexpected, it's awesome. If you want to hear someone whose passion for music knows no boundaries, and meet a superstar that will continue to surprise you, then listen to this incredible interview. Check out the video on YouTube : We are drinking A Wee Beauty. And as always, this amazing episode comes in partnership with Whisky Brother. Order yours now as a nice surprise for when lockdown ends! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jon-savage/support

Kurt Darren and the Soweto Gospel Choir have collaborated on a unique album that celebrates iconic homegrown songs.  The album is called ‘The South African Songbook’ and features Die Kaptein and the Soweto Gospel Choir covering classic South African singles, like Brenda Fassie’s ‘Vulindlela’.  Carl Wastie chats to Kurt Darren.

Almost everyone agrees that music is a universal language because it is said to speak to the soul of listeners. Therefore, we can say musicians speak a universal language by making music. But what happens when a musician goes beyond the call of duty to use music as much more than entertainment.Many who grew up between the 80s through the late 90s remember the impact Brenda Fassie's music had on their social life, political activism, and even education. But Brenda had some dark secrets many didn't know until her death.In this episode, Liwa takes a look at the life of one of Africa's controversial and legendary music icon through the eyes of a child who lost a friend.

Technology is one of the great drivers of musical change, and often one of its least understood. In this episode, we explore the synthesizer, looking closely at the history of this ubiquitous (and often debated) piece of musical technology, and investigating how and why it was first used in a variety of African musics. Enabled by groundbreaking record reissues by synth pioneers like William Onyeabor (Nigeria) and Hailu Mergia (Ethiopia), disco stars like Kris Okotie, and South African superstar Brenda Fassie, we take you back to the ’70s and ’80s, listening to the birth of a distinctly African electronic sound. Produced by Sam Backer.

Emilio Tobias — I sat down with Robby Collins to discuss previous disagreements and arguments. We touched on things like the Afrikaans language, Caspper Nyovest and the problem with White Women. You also find out about the day I met Brenda Fassie. Visit https://EmilioTobias.com for more... Listen to the On the Contrary with Emilio Tobias: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/za/podcast/on-the-contrary-with-emilio-tobias/id1456469812 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/Emiliotobias Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3X1Ekoi33nem5ThKJfjC5y SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/emilio-sean-tobias Iono: https://iono.fm/c/4198 Pocket Casts: https://pca.st/9P6w PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/on-the-contrary-with-emilio-tobias

Chilling with the legendary Ishamel this week

Février 1990, en Afrique du Sud. Le pays est tiraillé entre deux perspectives diamétralement opposées. Le mouvement anti-apartheid, jalonné de massacres et de violences policières contre la… See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Will and Laura talk about Brenda Fassie, and Will recommends We Are Okay by Nina LaCour, https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/311368/we-are-okay-by-nina-lacour/9780142422939/ [Disclaimer: some of the sources may contain triggering material] Hugh, W. (November 29, 1990) Anger At Injustice Fuels Brenda Fassie`s Music. RetrievedFebruary 5, 2017 http://articles.chicagotribune.com/1990-11-29/features/9004080965_1_nelson-mandela-south-africa-conditions-for-black-people Desa P. (September 15, 2001) Brenda Fassie: Africa: The Madonna Of The Townships. Retrieved February 5, 2017 http://content.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,1000782,00.html BBC News. (May 10, 2004) Brenda Fassie: A very human hero. Retrieved February 5, 2017 http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/3700309.stm Annel L. (May 18, 2004) The life of Brenda Fassie. Retrieved February 5, 2017 http://www.w24.co.za/Wellness/Body/The-life-of-Brenda-Fassie-20040518 South African History Online (November 3, 2011) Brenda Nokuzola Fassie. Retrieved February 5, 2017 http://www.sahistory.org.za/people/brenda-nokuzola-fassie Liz M. (May 11, 2004) Brenda Fassie. Retrieved February 5, 2017 https://www.theguardian.com/news/2004/may/11/guardianobituaries.southafrica Encyclopedia Britannica (March 17, 2017)  Brenda Fassie SOUTH AFRICAN SINGER. Retrieved February 5, 2017 https://www.britannica.com/biography/Brenda-Fassie Marissa M. (June 26, 2014)Brenda Fassie: a revolution without harmony Retrieved February 5, 2017 http://africasacountry.com/2014/06/brenda-fassie-a-revolution-without-harmony/ Nathalie O. (December 8, 2013) Brenda Fassie: The Woman That Begged Mandela To Sing. Retrieved February 5, 2017 https://noisey.vice.com/en_dk/article/theres-much-more-to-brenda-fassie-than-her-pro-mandela-anthem Donald M. (May 17, 2004) Brenda Fassie, 39, South African Pop Star, Dies. Retrieved February 5, 2017 http://www.nytimes.com/2004/05/17/arts/brenda-fassie-39-south-african-pop-star-dies.html?_r=0 Michael H. (September 15, 2001) Brenda Fassie: Biography Retrieved February 5, 2017 http://content.time.com/time/arts/article/0,8599,2044674,00.html Maureen I. (May 22, 2014) Gone but not forgotten: A love letter to Brenda. Retrieved February 5, 2017 https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2014-05-21-gone-but-not-forgotten-a-love-letter-to-brenda/ Nandipha P. (October 5, 2014) Remembering Brenda Fassie. Retrieved February 5, 2017 http://citizen.co.za/your-life/173557/remembering-brenda-fassie/ David S. (May 9, 2014) BRENDA: THE 2003 MAMBA INTERVIEW. Retrieved February 5, 2017 http://www.mambaonline.com/2014/05/09/brenda-the-2003-mamba-interview/

Word On The Skreet Podcast ( @WOTSPodcast ) are back with episode 33. Blake ( @__Grav ) recaps this past week with untimely death of Nipsey Hussle at 33, we remember his music as well as his help in the community, DJ Sbu's embarrassing speech at Nipsey Hussle's Vigil, Bongani Fassie wins court battle for the go ahead of Brenda Fassie biopic, Castle Lite Unlocks Post Malone & Back To The City 2019 lineup announced, Shane Eagle's "AP3X" music video featuring Bas and much much more...Sit back and be entertained be safe tho... Song Of The Week: Blake: Freddie Gibbs - Colors (Ft. G Perico & Mozzy) https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=s1UGOS0REYk

Mantwa Chinoamadi has been at the helm of the T-Musicman since its initial forays into the world of live music promotion and production in 1989 when she was offered the role of Artist Liaison.Her clients included the likes of Queen, Jonas Gwangwa, Rebecca Malope, and Brenda Fassie. All of whom placed the marketing and promotional necessities of their careers in the hands of Mantwa and T.Musicman. Her first assignment in the role of Project Manager came in the form of the country's first democratic election processes in 1994 when T-Musicman was tasked with co-ordinating the Voter Education Rally campaign, for the education of the masses prior to the historical democratic elections in 1994. While she has submerged herself in various business courses to gain theoretical knowledge and leverage to succeed in her new position, Mantua's will to succeed in her role as Project Manager has taken her to the far corners of the globe to gain first-hand experience in delivering world-class events, concerts, and festivals. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Chicco - Umagubane Another Simple DJ Mix By Mr. Turner Sello "Chicco" Twala (born 1 January 1963) is a South African musician and producer who has collaborated with many well known artists in the music industry, including Nkosana Kodi and Brenda Fassie. He has created some of South Africa's hit songs. In the 1970s he played in soul bands including Umoja, Sipho "Hotstix" Mabuse's Harari, and formed his own band, Image. Twala was born in Soweto, Johannesburg. He is a famous South African musician and music producer. Twala attended Bopasanatla High School. Twala's first triple platinum release in 1987 was a record that included the song "We Miss You Manelo", a reference to Nelson Mandela who was still a prisoner on Robben Island at the time. The song Too Late for Mama, produced by Twala and sung by Brenda Fassie, also achieved platinum status. He was well known in the 1980s for his African pop and disco music. His soul ballad "Peace Song", was recorded by a South African cast in 1992, just before the nation's first democratic election. Some of his songs feature in Disney's Lion king II. He collaborated with poet Mzwakhe Mbuli on the 1990 hit song "Papa Stop The War". Twala also wrote songs for and produced the album Memeza, for a comeback by the late Brenda Fassie. Some of Twala's songs feature in Walt Disney's Lion King II. Grassroots musical talent is developed through his studios in Soweto. He has been awarded the Lifetime Achievement South African Music Award and a Metro FM Music Award. Twala's Modjadji was also one of the official soundtracks of the British comedy Grimsby, a movie released in 2016.

Zahara describes herself as a 'country girl' - she was born and raised in the Phumlani Information Settlement in Eastern Cape, South Africa.  She grew up listening to songs her mother played on their small radio, including songs by South African greats like Brenda Fassie, Miriam Makeba and Rebecca Malope.  At just six years old, she was made the lead singer of her Sunday School choir.  Zahara was discovered while busking on the streets of East London.  In 2011, she released her debut album 'Loliwe'.  The first issue of that album sold out in less than 72 hours, and it went double platinum in less than 20 days.  Since then, Zahara has released three more studio albums, including her most recent titled 'Mgodi'.  She has also won numerous national and international awards.  In 2013, Zahara was invited by Nelson Mandela to his private residence in Qunu to perform a bedside concert.  Despite having powerhouse vocals and being known for playing the guitar, Zahara has never had any formal musical training. In fact, she doesn't even know how to read music! In addition to being signed with Warner Music, Zahara recently launched her own record label called 'Music Lives Here Records'. She wants to use the label to give young girls and boys with the opportunity to break into the music industry.  Zahara says she's never wanted the fame that comes with being an international artist - she says she's a storyteller, and all she wants to do is to use her voice to inspire others.   WHAT YOU'LL LEARN When Zahara knew that she had the incredible vocal gift she has Where she gets her inspiration for her songs How she has coped with tragedy and difficult times in her life How even though she has performed I front of thousands of people, she still gets nervous before every performance What Nelson Mandela said to Zahara after she performed for him at his bedside at his home in Qunu Who inspires Zahara most Who she would most like to do a collaboration with The advice she would give to anyone wanting to purse their dreams What Zahara's biggest dream is What Zahara's "I am…" is    LINKS Zahara on Instagram Zahara on Twitter Zahara on Facebook

Joined At the Table by organic food entrepreneur Kajuju to discuss her journey with mindful eating and how she turned her passion for food blogging into a full running and beautifully blossoming business in Nairobi. This episode is accompanied by classic tunes from South African legend, Brenda Fassie. Tracklist (Brenda Fassie in focus) -Vulindela -Nomakanji -Songea Nikubambe -Weekend Special -Thola Amadlozi

-ANC January 8th Statement -EFF sorms H&M stores - Chicco Twala intends to stop Brenda Fassie Biopic production

- Ramaphosa happy socks set social media alight - New Brenda Fassie Biopic in the works - New Mandoza single out next week.

Semestern är över och det tar 1 dag innan Fredrik knaprar magkatärrstabletter. På sin semester har han dock hunnit med att uppleva två av sitt livs starkaset stunder, en förkortas MOAC, den andra, ja den får ni lyssnar er till. Filip å sin sida äter sig sakta igenom Los Angeles kulturutbud, på jakt efter en sorts carpe diem känsla gentemot LAs oändliga möjligheter. Och förra helgen var ju DNs årliga utomhuskonsert på Sjöhistoriska och som sig bör serveras en liten roast kring detta Diggiloo-liknande evenemang. Snart börjar Breaking News! Vad sista låten hette? Det var Brenda Fassie med låten Vul'indela.

Technology is one of the great drivers of musical change, and often one of its least understood. In this episode, we explore the synthesizer, looking closely at the history of this ubiquitous (and often debated) piece of musical technology, and investigating how and why it was first used in a variety African musics. Enabled by groundbreaking record reissues by synth pioneers like William Onyeabor (Nigeria) and Hailu Mergia (Ethiopia), disco stars like Kris Okotie, and South African superstar Brenda Fassie, we take you back to the ’70s and ’80s, listening to the birth of a distinctly African electronic sound. Produced by Sam Backer. Follow Afropop Worldwide on Facebook at www.facebook.com/afropop, on Instagram @afropopworldwide and on Twitter @afropopww. Subscribe to the Afropop Worldwide newsletter at www.afropop.org/newsletter/ Distributed 7-6-2017. Originally aired in 2013. [APWW #676]

This week we talk to multi-award winning Afropop musician Nhlanhla Nciza from Mafikizolo. We reflect on factors that have shaped her career in the music industry, from her parents, to education, to iconic musicians like Brenda Fassie. We also discuss how events in her life and broader community serve as the inspiration behind her song writing. We recognise the impact of positive female role models on both girls and boys, be it women who serve the public in prominent positions or mothers who instil strong values and morals in their children. However, we emphasise the need for more women to participate in leadership roles, particularly in rural areas, where some women are still undermined. We acknowledge that today women have access to more opportunities than before and encourage them to pursue their ambitions. Tune in for more…

Jacaranda FM — Iconic South African artist Brenda Fassie, often referred to as the Madonna of the Townships, died on the 9th of May 20004. MaBrrr, as she is affectionately known buy her fans, was an anti-apartheid Afro-pop singer, with a bold stage personality and a reputation for courageousness. Her son Bongani Fassie told Jacaranda FM News that he still regards his mother as "the best mom ever".

With tracks from Al Usher, Junktion, Soiree, Sharon Redd, Dicky Trisco/Peza, Sunrise Highway, The Joubert Singers, Karma, Atjazz Feat. Ernest & Cee-Rock 'The Fury', Tom Hooker, DJ Vas, Massimiliano Pagliara, OPM, Sugardaddy Feat. Ronica, Gaznevada, Ben La Desh & Plan D'Aqua, Deelicious, Adesse Versions, Boytronic, Sonzeira, Bosq, Brenda Fassie, Tensnake, Moullinex and Koel. Contact: dj@ribeaud.ch.

[APWW PGM #676] [Originally aired in 2013] Technology is one of the great drivers of musical change, and often one of its least understood. In this episode, we will explore the synthesizer, looking closely at the history of this ubiquitous (and often debated) piece of musical technology, and investigating how and why it was first used in a variety African musics. Enabled by groundbreaking reissues of synth pioneers like William Onyeabor (Nigeria) and Hailu Mergia (Ethiopia), disco stars like Kris Okotie, and South African bubblegum superstars like Brenda Fassie, we will take you back to the ’70s and ’80s, listening to the birth of a distinctly African electronic sound.

[APWW #676] [Originally aired in 2013] Technology is one of the great drivers of musical change, and often one of it's least understood. In this episode, we will explore the synthesizer, looking closely at the history of this ubiquitous (and often debated) piece of musical technology, and investigating how and why it was first used in a variety African musics. Enabled by groundbreaking reissues of synth pioneers like William Onyeabor (Nigeria) and Hailu Mergia (Ethiopia), disco stars like Kris Okotie, and South African bubblegum superstars like Brenda Fassie, we will take you back to the 70’s and 80’s, listening to the birth of a distinctly African electronic sound.

I never intended to release this mix. I considered it to be unfinished, in need of a polishing. Today, I heard it and it allowed me the space to breathe, to remember, to let go, so in that sense, it is perfect and I’m offering it AS IS. AS US. For Trayvon. Two years ago when Gil Scot Heron died I compiled and mixed music that spoke to the depth of joy and despair that filled his life, and ours as we witnessed his decline. Halfway through the mix I was confronted by the truth of Gil’s life—it represented the collective experience of the people who brave “Winter in America.” For centuries we’ve layered our bodies to survive, to endure this cold. And through activism, scholarship, art, meditation, movement, faith, we stand, sometimes shattered, but always fierce in our ability to release the pain through Gospel, Bluesy Soul, Slum Beautiful Funk. And to Marvin Gaye, Phyllis Hyman, Brenda Fassie, Whitney Houston, Don Cornelius, Vesta, Michael Jackson, Tammi Terrell, Billie Holiday, Donnie Hathaway and all the others who died on the front lines of black music, I call on you and the legacy of your voices and your fingertips, to offer us a way to move through it, beyond addiction, beyond depression. Thank you for speaking truth to power, and for providing the rhythm to accompany the resistance, the healing. This mix allows Shirley Ceasar, The Clark Sisters, Marvin Gaye, Aretha Franklin, Tramaine Hawkins, Esther Phillips, Gil Scott Heron, Nina Simone and even Richard Pryor to help us better understand what it means to channel the anguish through art. Funk, Faith and Praise speaks to the historic tension between the secular and the spiritual realm in Black music, and the wear and tear on black bodies in a space that institutionalizes our dehumanization. And while sometimes our reactions are self-destructive, usually in an attempt to numb the pain, we stay singing and clapping, witnessing the lifeless bodies dance into the new world. Transcendence. I watched your face Sybrina Fulton. Black mama. Fierce. Angry and Graceful. I thank you for your demonstration of dignity. And for you Tracy Martin, Black Father, I felt the knowing in your weeping eyes. Because of your family and this experience my belief is that we will love each other through this, more fiercely than ever, more clearly. In the loving, gracious and tender words of Adrienne Maree Brown, “Keep going Trayvon, don't look back here, nothing here for you but our stranger's/familiar's love twisted tonight to a grief. Go on home, this place doesn't know how to love you. Axe.” Adrienne’s words held me close last night. Shortly after learning about the verdict, I was fortunate enough to see her message, right before I hit that point of feeling utterly powerless. Through her words I found a way to live between the space of history and the future. Listen to the mix, then see, feel more here: http://adriennemareebrown.net/blog/2013/07/14/keep-going-trayvon/ Dr. Horace Clarence Boyer (Gospel Historian, Musician) You Brought The Sunshine The Clark Sisters Stand On The Word (Larry Levan Mix) THE JOUBERT SINGERS　 Love Lifted Me Jessy Dixon Message to the People Shirley Caesar Dr. Horace Clarence Boyer (Aretha Interlude) I Get High Aretha Franklin Slipping Into Darkness Carl Bradney Take Me Just As I AM Lyn Collins Anger (Alternate Extended Mix) Marvin Gaye Whitey on the Moon Gil Scott-Heron Home Is Where The Hatred Is Esther Phillips I Can't Go Without You Dorothy Morrison Goin' Up Yonder Tramaine Hawkins Children Of The Ghetto/Stanhope Street The Real Thing The Pusher Nina Simone Black Messiah Richard Pryor