Compilation: A number of the artists on ZiiBeats Vol 2.
The amapiano beats go on and on
Ziiki Media has introduced the discharge of ZiiBeats Vol 2, a compilation album celebrating the colourful sounds of amapiano and afrobeats.
This newest instalment highlights the unifying energy of African music, exuding a joyful, feel-good temper that transcends borders.
ZiiBeats Vol 2 showcases the expertise of Southern African artists akin to Yumbs, Marcus Harvey, Raspy, LeeMcKrazy and Grammy-nominated producer Dr Chaii.
They collaborate with East and West African stars akin to Rayvanny, Yammi, Lexsil and Iyanya.
Ria Nagar, director of artists and repertoire and advertising and marketing at Ziiki Media, emphasises that this venture is greater than music, it’s a celebration of shared cultural heritage.
The lead single, Namtaka, units the tone with an amapiano groove, whereas tracks like House and Stroll mix numerous African influences.
Andile Yenana deliver jazz to Durban
Considered one of South Africa’s main jazz pianists, Andile Yenana, shall be acting at UKZN’s Centre for Jazz and Widespread Music in Durban on Wednesday, 14 August at 5.30pm.
Yenana, who can be a distinguished composer and producer, has collaborated with Zim Ngqawana, Steve Dyer and different outstanding native and worldwide jazz musicians. Yenana was a key member of Abdullah Ibrahim’s Mbombela Orchestra.
With a fame for electrifying performances, he has captivated audiences at quite a few venues and festivals worldwide.
Yenana shall be joined by Thabo Sikhakhane on trumpet, Bucco Xaba on drums, Thuto Motsemme on bass and Zoe The Seed on vocals.
Reward for ladies muralists
Ladies’s month is right here and humanities NPO Baz-Artwork, devoted to utilizing public artwork to uplift communities, is specializing in ladies contributing to the humanities by way of murals.
Baz-Artwork celebrates the numerous contributions of native ladies muralists who’ve reworked public areas with their art work.
Traditionally, murals and road artwork have been dominated by males, posing appreciable obstacles for feminine artists.
Nevertheless, ladies have persevered, utilizing their artwork to convey messages of unity, resilience and empowerment.
Melissa Cucci, co-founder of Baz-Artwork, underscores the significance of feminine illustration in road artwork: “Your voice and creativity are important to shaping our communities and provoking future generations.”
This month, Baz-Artwork shall be placing the highlight on celebrated muralists Faith47, Motelseven, Elléna Lourens, Vanessa Teodoro and Kilmany-Jo Liversage, in addition to upcoming artist Lelo.
— Compiled by Lesego Chepape and Charles Leonard