Photographer’s images are a soulful visual tribute to South African jazz
Jazz percussionist Gontse Makhene is rebuilding his life after a devastating blaze at his home
Linda Sikhakhane’s Iladi draws listeners into the spiritual world of thanksgiving rituals
The exhibition invites viewers to reflect on South Africa’s history through deeply personal stories of loss, memory and healing.
South African pianist and composer Nduduzo Makhathini’s latest album, uNomkhubulwane, is a masterpiece of transcendent spiritual jazz that draws on his Zulu cultural heritage and cosmology
He died before I could share with him my growing interest in the wonders of South African music
Three South African jazz musicians have second albums about
to hit the shelves
Like it’s theme, the festival will look to be refreshed after Covid
Mantwa Chinoamadi, producer of the 2023 Standard Bank Joy of Jazz Festival, says our shores are open for the world to come and enjoy music
Enhance the festive feeling by choosing from this carefully curated vinyl collection, courtesy of Tseliso Monaheng
Nduduzo Makhathini’s release of his 10th studio album, In The Spirit of Ntu, is part of the ever evolving sound that is South African jazz. But what is the sound of the genre’s reinvention by the new generation of musicians — and is it still jazz?
A slew of new releases and ideas about jazz emerge as artists beat the Covid-19 blues
Fancy figuring how a torn-up shoe inspired Sechaba Morojele’s new film? Or sipping cocktails while listening to Tefo Mahola? Whatever your tastes, we’ve got you covered this long weekend
Herbie Hancock speaks about how his spirituality influences his approach to life and music and about jazz’s role in striving for a better planet
“We need to start articulating our utopias, articulating what needs to be burned and what needs to be saved.” — Shabaka Hutchings
The acclaimed pianist and composer shared his journey with us on completing his debut Blue Note album
The musician may not have known who to vote for, but he is in tune with our political past and present
The jazz musician has always been a visionary and a team player. He is now launching his solo debut
A chance comment about Nduduzo Makhathini reveals the ignorant disdain in which many people hold those who succeed
To understand Winnie Madikizela-Mandela’s politicisation, one must go back to her makhulu
Packed with seasoned jazz musicians and great sets, the event deserved an equally packed audience
Believing in the use of music as a healing property, the musician uses his instrument as a divining tool
As the Nirox Sculpture Park plays host to the Jazz in the Cradle series, the M&G chats to its musical director, Nduduzo Makhathini, about the show.