340ml feat thandiswa mazwai biography

As excitement builds for his performance at The Zakifo Music Festival happening in Durban on the 26, 27 and 28 of May, Damian &#;&#; Marley has announced that he will be treating Joburg fans to a show at The Groove Live in Newtown on Friday the 26 of May. The support artist at the venue formerly known as The Bassline is Lesotho hip hop act Kommanda Obbs. Tickets are R via

Damian is currently in the studio working on his upcoming album Stony Hill.  ‘Medication’ The first single off the album, featuring Stephen ‘Ragga’ Marley is out now.

Damian Robert Nesta Marley, also known around the world as “Junior Gong” and more recently as “Gongzilla” was born in to parents Bob Marley and Cindy Breakspeare, Miss World   As a young adult, he developed a passion and a gift to speak for those who cannot always speak for themselves. A self-proclaimed ‘Spiritual Revolutionary’, Damian has worked assiduously to carve his own niche in music history and to add a new perspective to the Marley legacy for the 21st century.

Damian’s hit single “Welcome to Jamrock” was listed as one of the Top Songs of the Decade by Rolling Stone, and at the Grammy Awards, he won Best Reggae Album and Best Urban/Alternative Performance for Welcome to Jamrock. Damian is the only Jamaican reggae artist in history to win two Grammy Awards on the same night. He is also the only reggae artist to win in the Best Urban/Alternative Performance category at the Grammy Awards. The New York Times called Welcome to Jamrock the “best reggae song of the decade.”

Welcome to Jamrock led the pathway to Damian’s critically acclaimed collaboration with Nas for ’s much lauded album “Distant Relatives” – a project which explored the relationships between reggae, hip-hop and Africa. The album title refers not only to the bond between the artists, but the connection to their African ancestry, which inspired the album both musically and lyrically.

After Jo’Burg Damian ‘Jr Gong’ Marley will travel to Zakifo

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Striking the sweet spot between quirky and authentic music can be tough, especially when you’re incorporating aspects of hip-hop, funk and pop into the mix. Joshua Prinsloo, head of the groovy South African project Fruit Vendor manages to hit this point and then some, creating relatable music that embodies the spirit of all rising artists while still incorporating a bit of humour. The musician has taken it one step further with his latest crowdfunded project as he focuses on building direct relationships with his fans on numerous platforms, including Patreon. Part of his charm is willing to step into new territory, as he has done with his upcoming single, ‘The Sideline (for Zoe) (feat. Matthew October). Delving into a fan’s personal memories and gently cradling a childhood poem from her father, Fruit Vendor was able to craft the poem into a song at the fan’s request.

Pre-save: ‘The Sideline (for Zoe) (feat. Matthew October)’

While Fruit Vendor has already won multiple awards (including Barleycorn Music ClubSongwriting Competition in and the Stonebear & Mayor eMerge Songwriting Competition in ), we believe these are just the beginning stages for the musician. Join us as we learn more about the‘Man In The Mascot Suit’, aka Fruit Vendor himself, in the interview below.

Looking back, what was your earliest entry into music appreciation? And music production?

I come from a musical family &#; most of my mom&#;s side play keyboards, from my Ouma (granny) down to my youngest nephew. I grew up watching my mom playing keys at church and having singers from church come over to our house for rehearsals. So you can say gospel music was my first entry into music appreciation. My older brother introduced me to alternative music like Depeche Mode, Queen, Level 42 and to the local band scene. When I was 15, he gave me a bootlegged bundl

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      Johannesburg, South Africa – The much-awaited ml Reunion Tour is fast approaching, and excitement continues to build as the legendary band unveils the incredible lineup of special guests joining them for this unforgettable journey across South Africa.

Having already confirmed the incredibly talented, award winning Thandiswa Mazwai as a featured special guest for the tour, local promoters Ratanang Agency today announced that long-time friend and collaborator Tumi Molekane aka Stogie T who will also be joining the reunion tour. Known for his genre-defying sound and iconic contributions to the South African music scene, Stogie’s performance is sure to be a highlight of the tour.

In addition to the live music, a long list of high profiled DJs will be taking the tour to the next level at each stop.

These include:

• Kenzhero

• Yolophonik

• Akio

• LOVESLAVEPHOLA

• MAMTHUG

• DWSON

Theese celebrated DJs will deliver both high-energy sets and family favs that will keep attendees dancing all night long, adding an exciting electronic touch to the already eclectic and vibrant performances.

The ml Reunion Tour promises to be an electrifying celebration of South African music, blending a rich mix of live performances, vibrant DJ sets, and nostalgic moments with one of the country's most iconic musical acts. Fans can expect an unforgettable fusion of genres, exceptional talent, and an atmosphere brimming with energy as ml reunites with their fans for a tour that will leave an indelible mark on the music scene.

This outdoor family friendly celebration kicks off on Saturday, 15 March at the Kromdraai Hub in Joburg followed by Cape Town’s The Ostrich on Sunday 16 March from pm. Limited tickets available at HOWLER and are expected to sell out this week.

General Access tickets are priced at R, with discounted entr