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Tyla is Now the Highest-Charting African Female Solo Artist Ever On the Billboard Hot 100
The Grammy-nominated Tyla achieves another milestone with her global hit "Water" as it breaks the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Hugh Masekela's New York City Legacy
A look back at the South African legend's time in New York City and his enduring presence in the Big Apple.
Brenda Mtambo Announces New Single ‘Khululeka’
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Brenda Mtambo's single 'Khululeka' is an ode to her emotional growth and the mental health battles she conquered in the past year.
Listen to Hugh Masekela’s New Compilation ‘Township Grooves’
Hugh Masekela's new compilation album consists of songs from the late South African jazz legend's albums released between 1965 and 1974.
Tony Allen & Hugh Masekela Pay Tribute to Fela In 'Never (Lagos Never Gonna Be The Same)'
"When Hugh and I were recording this song, Hugh immediately wanted to sing. He was singing for his friend," says Tony Allen.
Listen to Tony Allen & Hugh Masekela's New Song 'Slow Bones'
Premiere: The Nigerian and South African legend come together in this new single from their upcoming album Rejoice, the first post-humous release from Masekela.
Watch TRESOR and Sauti Sol's New Video for 'On va bouger'
The artists draw inspiration from the late South African jazz veteran Hugh Masekela and take us back to the 70s in Kinshasa.
Hugh Masekela Is Being Honored With a Memorial Pavilion Designed by David Adjaye
The pavilion and garden, spearheaded by the artists's family will honor the South African legend's Pan-African spirit.
Today’s Google Doodle Celebrates Late South African Jazz Legend Hugh Masekela On His 80th Birthday
Google is celebrating the late star's 80th birthday today.
BLK JKS Cover Hugh Masekela’s ‘The Boy’s Doin’ It’ For Their First Release In 9 Years
Listen to BLK JKS' new song.
20 Essential Hugh Masekela Songs
Here are 20 of the best songs from the South African jazz legend.
Remembering Hugh Masekela, the Activist and Anti-Apartheid Hero
The legendary artist was also an anti-apartheid activist, whose music remained fiercely political throughout his decades-long career.
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