Beast Feat. Sjava – Hello
https://amf.didiermary.fr/beast-sjava-hello/
“Hello”, the single by Beast in 2019 did well on many South African major radio stations. Shot on a basketball court, used as a metaphor, the general theme is about perseverance.
Thandiswa Mazwai – Vana Vevhu
https://amf.didiermary.fr/thandiswa-mazwai-funk-afrika-vana-vehu-live/
From the live album “Dance of the Forgotten Free” recorded by Thandiswa Mazwai at a concert in 2010.
After five albums with the band “Bongo Maffin”, Thandiswa Mazwai ventured onto a solo career. Her first project, Zabalaza (2004), reached double-platinum status and won numerous awards, including a Kora award for Best African Female and […]
Ami Faku – Lala Ngoxolo Feat. Emtee
https://amf.didiermary.fr/ami-faku-lala-ngoxolo-emtee/
“Lala Ngoxolo” translates to “Rest in Peace” in the Xhosa language. A song by Ami Faku in 2021. A much-needed song for the difficult times we’re all living now… (in South Africa and the world). […]
Ciza - Isaka (6AM) Feat. Jazzworx and Thukuthela
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sel1mCYFJ8U
Lucky Dube – I’ve Got You Babe (live)
https://amf.didiermary.fr/lucky-dube-got-you-babe/
“I’ve Got You Babe” by Lucky Dube from his album “Slave” released in 1990.
The song takes a detour from his socially conscious music style to show off a more romantic side. He serenades his lover with sweet words of love and the happiness she’s brought into his life with lines such as […]
Sfarzo Rtee, Jazzworx and Thuthukhela - “Asiyeni” Feat. DBN Gogo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TKHC9xYpTwA
Yvonne Chaka Chaka – Let Me Be Free
https://amf.didiermary.fr/yvonne-chaka-chaka-let-me-be-free/
Yvonne Chaka Chaka (Yvonne Machaka – 1965) is a South African singer from Soweto at the forefront of South African popular music since the ’80s, when “Bubblegum” music was all the rage.
Miriam Makeba said of her “She’s my baby!” and Hugh Masekela called Chaka Chaka “my mad niece”.
From the vault: 2017
Drum majorettes of Cape Town – a photo essay
"Their primary school is located in one of the poorest areas of Cape Town, where gangs and drugs are everywhere. But the school’s drum majorettes’ team is thriving and winning."
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2017/nov/10/drum-majorettes-of-cape-town-a-photo-essay
Major League DJz - Come With Me Feat. Jorja Smith
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XmXcFKn_MF4
Dlala Thukzin, Simmy, Sino Msolo - Ekhaya
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4DEGvxaiev8
Rashid Vally, the visionary behind South Africa’s iconic jazz label As-Shams, forged a legacy of revolutionary jazz that defied apartheid, and continues to inspire new generations of musicians, activists, and music lovers.
https://africasacountry.com/2024/12/the-sun-shows-the-way
Chicco – I Need Some Money
https://amf.didiermary.fr/chicco-i-need-some-money/
Chicco‘s first hit “I Need Some Money” released in 1986.
The two young dancers (not the young kids) were dancing a new ‘ghetto’ style that later became the famous ‘Mapantsula’ style.
The Dark City Sisters
https://amf.didiermary.fr/rss-club/dark-city-sisters-star-time/
The Dark City Sisters were a South African female vocal group formed in 1958, comprised of four young women, with several changes during the course of years. They recorded several hit records during the 1960s, helping usher in the mbaqanga style. […]
Mahlathini & Mahotella Queens – Kazet
https://amf.didiermary.fr/mahlathini-mahotella-queens-kazet/
Surnommé “Le Lion de Soweto” pour sa voix de “groaner“, Simon Nkabinde Mahlathini est une des figures mythiques du mbaqanga. Il s’est fait connaître internationalement dans les années 1980 au sein de la formation Mahlathini et Mahotella Queens.
The Mahotella Queens est un groupe féminin sud-africain. A l’origine, c’est un groupe d’enregistrement en studio mixte, [...]
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Fruits and Veggies – A Clean Page
https://amf.didiermary.fr/fruits-veggies-clean-page/
Fruits and Veggies was a ska-punk band from Durban, led by Zinhle Purity Mkhize, quite powerful on the South African scene.
Bongeziwe Mabandla - hlala (Mpho.Wav Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d4sn-w89yE0
Yugen Blakrok – Carbon Form
https://amf.didiermary.fr/yugen-blakrok-carbon-form/
Yugen Blakrok is a South African rapper. She appeared on the track “Opps” with Vince Staples from the Kendrick Lamar-produced soundtrack to the movie Black Panther in 2018.
"Five years after releasing Return of the Astro-Goth, Yugen Blakrok descends from the vast cosmos and delivers to the world an impressive lesson in style, […]"
Miriam Makeba & Nina Simone – Thulasizwe
https://amf.didiermary.fr/miriam-makeba-nina-simone-thulasizwe/
Nina Simone collaborated with Miriam Makeba on the song “Thulasizwe / I Shall Be Released” and on May 21st, 1961, performed at Carnegie Hall for Church of the Master’s annual benefit concert. […]
A 30-minute Kwaito mix
https://amf.didiermary.fr/a-30-minute-kwaito-mix-via-okayafrica/
Classic Kwaito mix from 2014 via Afropop Worldwide.
In honor of the 20th anniversary of Nelson Mandela taking office as the first post-apartheid leader of South Africa, A.J. Holmes has dropped a mix of classic kwaito from the mid ’90s and early ’00s.Holmes’ mix provides a great chance to explore the genre’s roots […]
Mzee & Rafiki – We Are All Africans
https://amf.didiermary.fr/mzee-rafiki-salif-keita-all-africans/
From Mzee & Rafiki‘s Pan-African album “Timhamba” (2016) recorded in more than 10 countries with more than 30 musicians like Salif Keita (Mali), Wiyaala (Ghana), Brenda Mtambo (South Africa), Hishishi Papa (Namibia), Mbuso Khoza (South Africa), Bholoja (Swaziland) and many others. Listen to “We are all Africans” with Salif Keita as guest.
Oumou Sangaré – Ah Ndiyah (remixed)
https://amf.didiermary.fr/oumou-sangare-boddhi-satva-ah-ndiyah/
Ah Ndiyah – Boddhi Satva’s Ancestral Soul mix
Original song from album Moussolou.
#AfroHouse #Mali #OumouSangaré #Remixed #SouthAfrica #Electro
Old footage of Harari live
https://amf.didiermary.fr/old-footage-harari-live-kippies-club-joburg/
Harari (“Lone Wanderer”) was a legendary Afro-Rock group founded in the late 60’s by Om Alec Khaoli, Selby Ntuli and Sipho Hotstix Mabuse.
Through the years Harari supported many international acts on their tours of South Africa, including Percy Sledge, Timmy Thomas, Brook Benton, Wilson Pickett and Letta Mbulu. […]
Coal Train – Hugh Masekela (live)
https://amf.didiermary.fr/coal-train-hugh-masekela-live/
“Coal Train (Stimela)” recorded at the “Freedom Beat” festival in June 1986.
The song, composed by Hugh Masekela in the 70s, speaks about local history and the migrant labour system around mines and reminds everyone that South Africa’s wealth and infrastructure was built on the back of labour from all over Africa. […]
The Art of Noise – Yebo!
https://amf.didiermary.fr/memories-80smusic-art-of-noise/
The Art of Noise featuring Mahlathini & The Mahotella Queens in 1989.
So many memories…
