(Sibusiso “Mash” Mashiloane. Pic
by Simanga Zondo)
Sibusiso
“Mash” Mashiloane presents his 7-track recording project Amanz’ Olwandle with a concert series in KwaZulu Natal and
Johannesburg.
With
his catchy, self-written compositions that always aim to blur the line between
jazz and other genres Mash is quick in winning the hearts and minds of a large
public. He and his band played not only the main stages of the KwaZulu-Natal
circuit, but also many major jazz festivals and his live performances brought
him as far as USA.
As a
pianist, he appeared with many different groups around the world and was
initiating projects of his own. After getting his Masters degree in Jazz
Performance and graduating Cum Laude from the University of KwaZulu-Natal, his
aim is now to become an integral part of the South African and international
jazz scene. Mash plans to release a seven-track album every year for the next
seven years starting with this first release.
Mash’s
debut record Amanz' Olwandle is an
accrual and reflection of every music experience he has accumulated throughout
his upbringing and music career. It is a melting pot of fresh instrumental and
vocal pieces that ooze with bold Afrocentric and contemporary rhythms, sweet
melodies and soulful harmonies. This record is a must for anyone who
appreciates African, Spiritual, Soul, Jazz, Funk, Lounge and even sophisticated
House music. He has worked with a range of recognised vocalists and
instrumentalists, such as Nick Pitman, Zoe The Seed, Xolisa Dlamini and Paras
Dlamini.
For the
first two performances his band will comprise Riley Giandhari on drums, Dalisu
Ndlazi on bass, Nic Pitman on guitar, Linda Sikhakane on saxophone and
Zoetheseed on vocals.
Mash
will perform on February 22 at the Centre for Jazz & Popular Music at UKZN.
Doors open 18 18h30. Tickets R70 (R45 pensioners and R20 students). For more
information contact 031 260 3385.
The
Centre for Jazz & Popular Music (CJPM), Level 2 Shepstone Building at UKZN
Howard College Campus, Durban
(In
April, Mash will perform at Seaman’s Corner in Hammarsdale, Luthuli Museum in
Groutville and Rainbow Restaurant in Pinetown)
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