Top performers ride the All Black-themed Soul Train
Marketing manager of Carnival City Michelle Smith says: "The theme for this session of Soul Train is All Black and revellers are encouraged to dress accordingly if possible.”
An eclectic mix of authentically South African artists will be collaborating for another unforgettable instalment of Soul Train at Carnival City on July 6.
The All Black-themed Soul Train promises a diverse mix of R&B, soul, Afropop and classic house music, with this instalment’s headliner being Thandiswa Mazwai, performing hits like Zabalaza, Lahlu’mlenze and Jikijela.
Thandiswa is currently one of SA’s most influential musical talents, having started her career in 1998 alongside Bongo Maffin, one of the pioneering bands of Kwaito.
After six award-winning albums with Bongo Maffin, this dynamic artist decided to pursue a solo career and has flourished.
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Her first project, Zabalaza, reached double-platinum status and won numerous awards while her second, critically acclaimed album Ibokwe reached gold status in the first few weeks of its release.
Her first live DVD, Dance of the Forgotten Free, won Best Female Artist and Best Live DVD at the South African Music Awards. Having grown up in a home with two journalist parents and thick with political discussions and books, Thandiswa’s music was inspired by this environment and the writings of the likes of Biko and Fanon, among others.
Thandiswa easily amalgamates the traditional with the modern as the sweet sounds of her compositions today include traditional Xhosa rhythms, mbaqanga, reggae, kwaito, funk and jazz.
She has shared the stage with local and international talents, including Skunk Anansie, Salif Keita, Stevie Wonder, Hugh Masikela, Stimela and several others, and is now headed to brace fans on the Big Top Arena stage with her vibey, positive energy and incredible stage presence.
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Joining Thandiswa on stage is hit-maker Samthing Soweto, who topped the charts with Akanamali, as well as several other really outstanding artists and DJs, including the likes of Msizi Shembe,
Wilson B Nkosi, Mo-G and Bambo Johnson will also perform in a beautiful atmosphere.
Marketing manager of Carnival City Michelle Smith says: “The theme for this session of Soul Train is All Black and revellers are encouraged to dress accordingly if possible.
“With a lot of safe parking inside Carnival City’s premises, loads to do and eat before the show starts at 6pm and continues until 1am, this is certainly one not to be missed.”
Tickets to the show on July 6 cost from R200 per person and are available through Computicket.
“Be sure to get yours today and experience world-class local entertainment at its best,” says Smith.
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