Hugh Masekela & Boss Selection
“It’s one of those moments where you feel like you know what you’re doing, and you’re in full command of your abilities.”
Year: 2015
Hugh on Hair
I hope that the next time I mention hair, people will try to seriously consider the (…) history before getting their feathers ruffled.
“I Don’t Bite My Tongue in this Book”
“I don’t bite my tongue in this book,” he said, adding to Impey, “I hope you have some bail money for me …”
Hugh Masekela wins at Jazz FM Awards
The second Jazz FM Awards, in partnership with Serious, took place tonight at the Great Halls at Vinopolis, London Bridge, establishing itself as the most prestigious accolade for jazz.
In Africa We Are All the Same
“The last time I was in Uganda, I had a great time and wondered why I never came back. Was it about something I said?”
Zimbabwe – Bra Hugh in Epic Performance
South African jazz legend Hugh Masekela lived up to his billing and left the crowd crying out for more at an epic performance at the 7 Arts Theatre in Harare.
“Then give up colonial lifestyles”
If African people were so concerned about colonialism they would have to give up their largely colonial lifestyles
Rhodes gives Hugh Masekela an honorary doctorate
The university said Masekela was “without doubt one of South Africa’s most successful artists and his influence on world music has been nothing short of phenomenal”.
Fourth International Jazz Day
“On April 30th, there will be a worldwide celebration honoring jazz,” said Ambassador Hancock.
Giants of Africa Headline CTIJF
Oliver ‘Tuku’ Mtukudzi and Hugh Masekela, two giants of African music will join forces for a performance at the Cape Town International Jazz Festival taking place from March 27 to 28.
