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Celebrating International Jazz Day: Check Out These 5 South African Jazz Musicians
On this International Jazz Day, we celebrate some South African jazz musicians whose work has brought joy and soul to thousands across the continent.
International Jazz Day
This year, the April 30th celebration will entail a 10-year anniversary All-Star Global concert live stream.
The Father of South African Jazz – Hugh Masekela
Dubbed The Father of South African Jazz, Hugh Masekela’s successful career started from humble beginnings and took him across international stages.
Celebrating John Legend On His 42nd Birthday
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Mama Africa- The Legendary Miriam Makeba
Fondly known as ‘Mama Africa,’ Miriam Makeba was one of South Africa’s great expatriates who wowed the world with her voice. Read more about her life here.
The Golden Voice of Africa – Salif Keita
Salif Keita, from Mali, is one of the most influential musicians on the African continent and an activist for Black people with albinism. He is known as the ‘Golden Voice of Africa.’
Salif Keita, from Mali, is one of the most influential musicians on the African continent and an activist for Black people with albinism. He is known as the ‘Golden Voice of Africa.
The Queen of African Pop – Brenda Fassie
From a township near Cape Town, South Africa, to international stardom and performing for thousands, Brenda Fassie became The Queen of African Pop.
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Celebrate Entertainer and Advocate Jamie Foxx On His 53rd Birthday
Noticing that women often had a much easier time getting a spot at the open-mic nights, Eric Bishop started using the gender neutral name, Jamie Foxx.