Roeshdien Jaz is a talented young artist who released his debut single Feel for Life in 2010 and is currently trying to create awareness with his new single, Ubizo.
His popular radio singles, Inside & Out and Love Is In The House are available on iTunes. Three of his songs have also been featured in the popular South African weekday soapy, Isidingo.
Music to me is a medium for social change and transformation. I believe that when one is blessed with the gift of ‘Creation’, it inherently comes with a responsibility to be mindful of what we are creating and the impact it has.
Obsessed with K.I.S.S and his distinct ability to play around with vocal tones in relation to certain lyrics and phrases in the song to cut through to your soul, re the art of storytelling.
Robert Nesta Marley, Bob Dylan, Marvin Gaye, Lauryn Hill, Tupac, The Ratpack, Johnny Clegg, POC, Brendan Adams, Godessa and Moodphase5ive
Born and bred on the Flats. Blessed and privileged to go through and experience both the ‘dark’ and ‘light’ side of this precious city we call Mother.
Coke Zero, Rooibos Tea or Earl Grey
My Way by Frank Sinatra
Any international jazz festival in Europe or the US.
My ability to tell stories through poetry (spoken word), conscious hip-hop and vocals and singing. My ability to play around with vocal tones.
Mr. Jaz/Jaz/RJ/Roesh
Anything in the field of people development: training, coaching, facilitating workshops or teaching.
Socially conscious, with commercial appeal…
Bob Marley, Marvin Gaye, Miseducation of Lauryn Hill, The Ratpack and Jason Mraz
Brave Heart. “They can take away our lives, but they can never take away our freedom…’’ - Mel Gibson
My prayer beads (Tasby), which I wear around my neck whenever I perform to remind me of who I am.
Salute! One love
Politics, inequality, poverty. Not addressing the ‘core’ issues in the world
Death, before fulfilling what I believe to be my purpose.
Balance
Surprise you
“There may be trouble ahead, but while there’s moonlight, music, love and romance, let’s face the music and dance.’’ - Sinatra
Releasing a new single and music video, inspired by my journey of overcoming cancer in 2012.
To release my debut album THE CALLING.