The Zumba music artist, well-known for his classic songs such as Amadamara, will share the stage with a local iconic traditional music group, Matsieng. Freddy Gwala, a self-proclaimed Afrop-Pop music pioneer was a popular figure in the early 90s. Over the years, his music transcended African and European borders. With about 18 albums under his belt, the iconic musician has been in high demand in recent times after featuring in a song called Ok’salayo by Lindough. The song has been making waves since its release a year ago. Event organiser, Lecco Kenosi, told Arts&Culture that the decision to bring Freddy Gwala was due to his high demand. “People asked for Freddy and that’s why we are bringing him.
We bring artists according to people’s demands. Freddy Gwala is a legendary figure in the music industry, especially his unique style and contribution to the Kwaito genre. His music resonates with a broad audience and brings a sense of nostalgia. By featuring him, we aim to celebrate his legacy and offer fans a chance to experience his captivating performances live,” Kenosi said. “I have also added Matsieng because I wanted to cater for everyone. Matsieng is a powerhouse of traditional music. Tinto was big as you know we don’t have many legends in our country, we will keep bringing the once popular groups to remind people of these people who made our childhoods memorable,” said Kenosi.
