Sibusiso Mash Mashiloane, a multi-award-winning South African pianist and composer, is delighted to announce the release of his seventh album, Izibongo, on August 27th 2023 with a concert at Untitled Basement in Johannesburg.
Spanning instrumental compositions influenced by traditional South African instruments, combined with a line-up of piano, saxophone, double bass, percussion and drums, this record celebrates African musical traditions and pays homage to Mash’s cultural roots and forebears.
Izibongo, which translates to “praises” in Zulu, is Mashiloane’s attempt to capture the spiritual essence of African music and convey its depth and richness.
The recording process enabled him and his band to delve into a virtuosic yet spiritual mode of playing, offering gratitude to his cultural heritage and ancestors who have shaped his journey as a musician.
As Mashiloane comments,
“This album is infused with a sense of gratitude and acknowledgement for the existence of predecessors, landscape, and nature.”
The album is featuring musicians Sisonke Xonti on tenor Saxophone, Kagiso Ramela on alto Saxophone, Dalisu Ndlazi on Double Bass, Tlale Makhene on Percussion, and Siphelelo Mazibuko on Drums.
To commemorate the release of Izibongo, Mashiloane will be performing in Johannesburg on 27 August at Untitled Basement. This promises to be an enthralling celebration of African communal spirit through exciting rhythms and multi-melodic interactions.
Sunday 27 August | 7pm
Untitled Basement
7 Reserve Street, Braamfontein, Johannesburg
Tickets: R250 on Quicket | R300 at the door
Band line-up: Sisonke Xonti on tenor Saxophone, Kagiso Ramela on alto Saxophone, Dalisu Ndlazi on Double Bass, Tlale Makhene on Percussion, and Siphelelo Mazibuko on Drums.