Old Favourites in Thrilling New Guises
At 77, Masekela still likes to surprise in this memorable return to the club he first played in the 80s.
Guardian Review – 4/5stars
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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.
South Africa Ubuntu Festival Kicks Off at Carnegie Hall
Hugh Masekela and Vusi Mahlasela headlined the first concert in Carnegie Hall’s series “Ubuntu: Music and Arts of South Africa”
Hugh Masekela and Vusi Mahlasela
“We’re not perfect,” Masekela observed, “But we’re not underfoot anymore.”
Oppikoppi Can’t Get Enough of Bra Hugh
When Hugh Masekela finished his Oppikoppi set to rapturous applause, a member of his crew wrapped a champion’s belt around his waist as if he was an undisputed heavyweight boxer.
Proclaiming Joy, in Concert, on His 75th Birthday
Friday’s concert was full of South African rhythms and songs that pushed earnestness toward joy.
Hay Festival, review: ‘the George Formby of South Africa’
There was an irresistible sunny optimism to Masekela’s concert, with the audience either dancing in their seats or in the aisles, but for all the showmanship, it was his unmistakable golden flugelhorn tone that was so memorable.
Hugh Masekela entertains in Siparia
“I cry whenever I eat Julie mango, it is such a joy,” he said.
