The K Jazz Show on Kofifi FM 97.2

uManyano Lwe Jazz with Zukiswa White on The K Jazz Show

uManyano Lwe Jazz is more than just a festival, it is a space where music honours history, uplifts the present, and inspires future generations.          "a coming together of art, activism, and community. A celebration that bridges generations through music and heritage." And this year, the event celebrates Robert Sobukwe’s…

1 Dec 14 min

In Full Bloom with Rorisang Sechele on The K Jazz Show

South African vocalist, songwriter, recording and performing artist; based in Pretoria. Rorisang Sechele comes bearing news of the release of the first EP in her highly anticipated project, In Full Bloom - The Seed. This project is a celebration of becoming - exploring the beauty and complexity of personal growth through…

1 Dec 18 min

John Paul McGee on The K Jazz Show

Page Three’s featured artist is a masterful musician, a producer, published author, and educator.   He coined the word 'gospejazzical' as the original term to describe his unique style of piano performance. An improvised fusion of the gospel, jazz, and classical musical idioms that he has developed over many years. John…

17 Nov 39 min

Imvemnyama on The K Jazz Show

Our guest for this week’s hour Africa isn't the regular chip off the jazz block because fuses spoken word and jazz with conscious messaging as part of his repertoire. Imvemnyama’s music arrived on our desk a few weeks ago and he joins us today as we explore this artistry, including…

17 Nov 23 min

Melanie Scholtz on The K Jazz Show

Multi award winning jazz singer and composer who started playing the piano from the age of 5. She was named the Standard Bank Young Artist for Jazz and has performed all over the world including, Czech Republic, Slovakia , Germany , France, Italy, Norway, Sweden and the United States. Her…

10 Nov 32 min

Healing Palms with Maxwell Baloyi, A Solo Piano Project on The K Jazz Show

Vulani Maxwell Baloyi was born in Malamulele, Limpopo province. He is a Pianist, Producer, Arranger, Lecturer and Performer. And he joins us as our first guest on the show this Sunday as he is about to release his new body of work he calls “Healing Palms” and as always you…

10 Nov 27 min

Mpumi Dhlamini's Nebula Nomad on The K Jazz Show

Multi-instrumentalist, multiple award nominee and acclaimed producer Mpumi Dhlamini He has performed and collaborated with musicians such as Proverb, Zwai Bala, Jimmy Dludlu and Lira while producing works for Wanda Baloyi, Brian Temba, Kabomo, Zama Jobe and Sphelelo Mazibuko; continuing to push the boundaries of genre bending and sonic expression…

20 Oct 39 min

Remembering Makaya Ntshoko on The K Jazz Show

It was on the 27th August 2024, when we learned of the ascension of one of South Africa’s prolific jazz drummers. Makaya Ntshoko played with Dollar Brand's trio in 1958, and recorded in a sextet with Hugh Masekela and John Mehegan in 1959. He performed on The Jazz Epistles album, Jazz Epistle: Verse 1 and he was also…

13 Oct 25 min

Apho Kungenje with Ncesh Nonxishi on The K Jazz Show

The brand new Ncesh Nonxishi project which she calls “Apho Kungenje” is a conversation which finds itself deeply rooted in the times, Ncesh reflects on the political landscape, the social ills including our need for self satisfaction. Influenced by the Isixhosa folkloric tradition, we connect with her in the located…

13 Oct 33 min

Flying higher with Michael Mayo on Kofifi FM 97.2

Our guest for page three this week, was born and raised in LA but is a die hard New Yorker who was drawn to the city by the music, art and its energy. Michael Mayo is a singer, songwriter and arranger who studied at the New England Conservatory of Music…

6 Oct 33 min

Afrikan Time and Black Theology, The Reflections on Kofifi FM 97.2

Heritage month in South Africa is always a time to reflect on and honour our nation's diverse culture and rich heritage. South African award winning Jazz Bassist Herbie Tsoaeli and the Centre for Black Thought and African studies, did just that through a conversation and live jazz performances which were…

6 Oct 26 min

Tutu Puoane: Wrapped in Rhythm sings the poetry of Lebo Mashile

Tutu Puoane is a vocal jazz virtuoso whose journey began in Tshwane in South Africa and she ultimately moved to Antwerp in Belgium. With 8 albums under her belt she peforms on the Joy of Jazz stages this September and stopped by The K Jazz Show and we got to…

22 Sep 30 min

Spha Mdlalose on Kofifi FM 97.2

Our guest in this hour is a singer, song writer and voice over artist, with a keen interest in contributing to the creative industry's growth. She is an accomplished live performer and story teller who’s debut solo album entitled “Indlel’eyekhaya” was nominated for 3 South African Music Awards, including Best Jazz Album and…

8 Sep 11 min

Keiko Matsui on Kofifi FM 97.2

Keiko Matsui is a stunning, soft-spoken, and petite powerhouse with such a commanding presence at the piano and has amassed a devout following through the years. A renowned Japanese jazz and contemporary instrumental musician, known for her smooth jazz and new age compositions. She is our musical guest in this…

1 Sep 20 min

Marwan Allam: Bab Bhar: A tale of Tunis

Musical explorations and conversation take centre stage, Marwan Allam’s debut Bab Bhar combines Arabic, North African and Andalusian forms with modern jazz to create a synthesis which sets the musical languages of the traditional, within the framework of the new. Allam’s compositions build a bridge between old musics and new by…

25 Aug 28 min

Inkumbulo with Feya Faku on Kofifi FM 97.2

Our guest this Sunday, really needs no introduction, he is recognized for his contributions to jazz, and has built a significant international presence, collaborating with prominent musicians and participating in prestigious festivals worldwide. His latest project Inkumbulo or Reminiscence is a celebration of this journey of allyship, marking 20 years…

25 Aug 33 min

Experience Chris Botti on Kofifi FM 97.2

The Joy of Jazz is weeks away and The K Jazz Show has been mapping the road to Johannesburg’s favourite festival and for the past few months you and I have been chatting to some of the festival’s headliners. These names have included international stars and our very own homegrown…

18 Aug 21 min

Gabi Motuba and The Sabbath on Kofifi FM 97.2

Vocalist, Composer, Bandleader and Educator stopped by The K Jazz Show to introduce the brand new project "The Sabbath" ahead of the release in September, we got to unpack and listen to this new body of work, exploring the themes more. Listen closer.

11 Aug 20 min

Drummer Lelo Mazibuko presents New Age Inc: Faces, on Kofifi FM 97.2

Our guest this Sunday, began his walk with music back in New Castle in KZN, was born into generations of musical tradition with family members made up of singers and instrumentalists. Musical heritage became second nature to Sphelelo & he was inevitably destined to respond to the passion of music…

11 Aug 36 min

Matthew Whitaker: On their shoulders, An Organ Tribute

At 23 years old, Matthew Whitaker is called a "genius" by Jon Batiste, an internationally recognized more for his prodigious talents and inspirational story. On Their Shoulders: An Organ Tribute is a soulful, 7-track shout-out to the Hammond B-3 organ pioneers who paved the way for him including Jimmy Smith,…

4 Aug 22 min