City Relief
Thu Oct 24, 18:00 - Fri Oct 25, 00:00
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ABOUT
Tubatsi Mpho Moloi: Is a South African born singersongwriter influenced by the sounds of blues, jazz, rock and African folk music. His newest work is inspired by artists Guy Buttery, Philip Tabane, Bob Dylan and Zim Nqawane. His music asks the audience to be openminded and exploratory as he brings a collaboration of sound and genre in creating an authentic fusion folk sound. Tubatsi’s early musical influence came from his childhood home in Soweto, Johannesburg. Later, he was an actor/dancer/singer in the renowned musical production Umoja. He is currently the lead vocalist for Urban Village, an experimental band from Soweto, contributing flute, guitar and mbira to the stage.
Jon Jon Bio: Capetonian artist Jon Jon is the bedroom project of Jonny Barber Joel of the band Yndian Mynah. Jon Jon calls his music suburban power pop as it is a collection of dreamy lyrics combined with catchy riffs that tells stories of love and lust experienced by the artist over the last 15 years. Jon Jon has found a sound through playing in church bands when he was younger and developed into something in between gospel and dream pop music.
Matthew Dickinson Bio: Matthew Dickinson is a Cape Town based musician playing a dreamy set of stories based on life experiences and observations.
Martin Smith Bio: Martin Smith is a Johannesburg based singer/songwriter. He has recently brought out his latest EP offering titled “Crowns” following his full length self-titled album in 2016. While singing through simple chords, he builds a metaphorical journey of lyrics attributed to his own learnings and experiences. Martin’s musings and unique delivery are echoed in his nature and endearing disposition, easily conveyed on a stage of any dimensions.