Father’s Day virtual concert to raise funds

THREE awesome South African artists are gearing up to plug and play remotely from their homes in a special Father’s Day celebration.

This live-stream concert will feature a not-to-be missed performance by SAMA nominated artist Jimmy Nevis.

Since dominating the SA music charts in 2012, Jimmy has become a much-loved household name.

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Fans will be able to see his recently released new single, Hey Jimmy performed live for the first time.Other artists include the talented singer/songwriter and recording artist Chad Saaiman.

He has been performing professionally for over a decade and has graced stages in Cape Town, London, Spain and Johannesburg and several other big other cities around the world.

Acoustic Element have dominated the livestream market since lockdown with their weekly lockdown sessions.

The duo comprises cousins Callen Petersen and Jody Abel. Callen plays the violin and Jody who plays the guitar.

The duo have performed alongside some of the country’s hottest performers.

Their diverse repertoire of covers from hit makers like Ed Sheeran, Dua Lipa and Lady Gaga to name a few, has made them sought after performers with a global online following.

The show is free, however, people are encouraged to make a donation to The Sunflower Fund partnered by DKMS before or during the show. A QR code will appear on the screen allowing you to donate.

Simply connect to www.facebook.com/TheSunflowerFund, click on the link, sink into your couch and enjoy the entertainment.

Funds raised during this event, will help The Sunflower Fund, partnered by DKMS, to cover the cost of the DNA test involved in recruiting stem cell donors as well as to grow the patient support fund, which assists patients who cannot afford the cost of a stem cell transplant.

For more information visit www.sunflowerfund.org or mail Dushina Arran at dushina@sunflowerfund.org or call 0800 12 10 82.

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