Soul

In Music

Seth Grey takes the opportunity to leave a lasting impression

March 28, 2023 No Comments

Seth Grey is a Cape Town-based artist whose warm, nostalgic, and smooth sound reflects his appreciation of old-school RnB and soul. His music is a breath of fresh air, combining mature and modern components to create a one-of-a-kind listening experience. Seth’s passion for music has taken him to various locations across Cape Town, and it’s his exceptional talent as a solo performer which distinguishes him from the rest.

With the singles ‘O.S.L’ and ‘U Say’ out now, there is a great deal of excitement and curiosity for what else this multifaceted artist has up his sleeve.

In Review

KhiweG debut EP, Bhotani, gives new meaning to soulfulness

November 23, 2022 1 Comment

Enchanting vocals, jazzy rhythms and smooth instrumentals are delivered effortlessly by the Cape Town-based afro-soul artist, KhiweG. Her debut EP, Bhotani, showcases the creativity and dexterity of this singer-songwriter. The project tells a story of the journey towards self-awareness through the difficulties of life, and the relationship between a grandchild and their grandparents, or “guardians”.

In Music

Meet Odwa Bongo — healing the hurt and reviving the uHadi

November 20, 2022 No Comments

_{[Odwa Bongo performs with his uHadi at The Hasso Plattner Institute at the University of Cape Town on 12 October. PHOTO: James Browning]}

Odwa Bongo is a vocalist and uHadi player based in Cape Town. He has been performing full-time since 2015, playing deeply emotive sets of both contemporary and traditional isiXhosa music.

In Music

Multifaceted Phenomenon, Nobuhle Ashanti, Jazzes Up The Local Scene

November 17, 2022 2 Comments

Spacious, colourful, celebratory, cheeky, and gentle — are a few elements that describe the sound of the local virtuoso, Nobuhle Ashanti. This multitalented artist has made a name for herself as a seasoned pianist, composer, session musician, radio host, and teacher.

In Music

Benjamin Fisher Experiences Therapy Through The Piano

November 17, 2022 1 Comment

Being forced to take classical piano lessons is an experience most children do not remember fondly. For Benjamin Fisher, however, this experience set him up for a journey of endless musical discovery and developing a deep love for the instrument. Almost a decade later, this solo artist now has a debut single, ‘I Don’t Need No Other’, to boast about and a new single, ‘What It Was’, due for release on 18 November.

In Music

Cape Town has a new elegant king of soul — and his name is Kila G

November 4, 2022 1 Comment

Cape Town-based singer-songwriter, Thandekile Maboee-Banzi Umthimkhulu Ndlebezintle Zombini Unasele, also known by his stage name Kila G, emerged on the local music scene in 2019 with his debut EP, Stone Age. His musical talent and the soulfulness of his voice have been apparent since his first release, titled ‘Green Conversations’ which he still holds to be some of his best work to date.

In Fashion

The Music and Fashion Evolution of Luh’ra: A Breakdown

October 12, 2022 4 Comments

Enchanting vocals, effortless style and fearlessness — are a few words that come to mind when trying to describe the Cape Town-based singer-songwriter, Luh’ra. Since breaking into the local indie music scene in 2017, Luh’ra has been an unstoppable force in more ways than one.