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Saturday, January 10, 2026

MITH IS BACK WITH A BANG!

 


(Tempest Union. Pic supplied)

Where can you meet with friends and enjoy great music in a beautiful setting, with roaring fires, hearty food and a cash bar – all for just R50? MiTH evenings in the hills are alive with music – and while the nights are warming, the fires will still be lit and the welcome waiting. Join up for another night of heartfelt performances, local flavour, and the unique magic of MiTH.

The next event takes place on January 14, 2026, at The Knoll Historic Guest Farm in Hilton.

Entrance: R50. (cash or Zapper at the door)

For more information contact 082 331 7271

 

20h15 – Tempest Union

Tempest Union returns to kick off MiTH for 2026. Hailing from Hillcrest and made up of former members of Stormy Monday and the James Edward Project – all MiTH veterans – the band blends original material with cross-genre covers.

Featuring Sylvia Tempest on vocals and keys, William Kruger on drums, Rogan Ward on bass and mandolin, and Hylton Blignaut on vocals and guitar, Tempest Union is known for soulful performances and tight instrumentation. They are MiTH crowd favourite and a perfect start to this year’s MiTH.

 

19h30 – Zendoni

Zendoni is a soulful vocalist, internationally acclaimed poet, and radio personality. She is best known for her powerful live performances and for sharing stages with artists of similar creative energy. Her musical influences include Freshly Ground, Nomfundo Xaluva and Oliver Mtukudzi, resulting in a rich blend of poetry and music.

For this MiTH experience, she is accompanied by Christopher Shuku – a South African pianist, composer and music educator active since 2013, committed to teaching music theory and developing expressive performance.

 

19h00 – Ross Williams

Hailing from Howick, Ross Williams draws inspiration from folk, country, indie and alternative music. He enjoys playing guitar, singing, and sharing short cover clips on social media. While music competes with other commitments, it remains a vital creative outlet, and Ross continues to challenge himself and grow whenever the opportunity arises.

 

About MiTH

The KZN Midlands’ favourite music venue, MiTH is a platform for beginners, professionals and music lovers to celebrate the joy of live performance. Hosted every second Wednesday at The Knoll Historic Guest Farm, Hilton.

Food and soft drinks are available for sale. Cash bar on site.

Visit www.mith.co.za for more information, or email mithbookings@gmail.com to perform.

 

DIRECTIONS TO MiTH

Take the N3 to Hilton. Turn into Hilton Village and drive 5.2 km along Hilton Avenue, which becomes Dennis Shepstone Drive. Look for Knoll Drive on your right – the entrance to MiTH is the second left into The Knoll Historic Guest Farm.