Jazz and soul at Montecasino

For the first time ever in South Africa Liz Ogumbo will be showcasing her diverse musical talents in an intimate setting perfectly suited to music as beautiful as hers. Mainly influenced by jazz and blues, her musical influences are based on what she perceives as her reality. She is a true performing artist and lyricist, as she writes and expresses her music in a modern way, which appeals to a wider audience, inspiring people and sharing day-to-day realities.

Global fashion icon

Already a well-known global fashion icon, her music moves people to find positive solutions to their issues. “My music is inspired by life and is heavily influenced by jazz and blues,” said Ogumbo of her music, adding: “Freestyle is the easiest way for me to refresh my musical energies.”

She performs her songs in English, Swahili, Luo and French.Her debut album will be available soon, but in the meantime go to www.mi-fone.mobi to listen to selected tracks.

Joining Ogumbo is the legendary Bheki Khoza and the brilliant MXO, both well-known and hugely celebrated South African artists.

Sex appeal

MXO needs no introduction to South African Audiences - he has performed alongside artists like Blk Sonshine, Brenda Fassie, and Moses Molelekwa. Globally, MXO has collaborated with Grammy nominee Jamie Catto (founding member of Faithless) for the second One Giant Leap project, which brings together artists from all corners of the earth. With lyrics that celebrate life, deal with matters of the heart, are fully respectful of women and address issues like violence against women and the HIV/AIDS pandemic, MXO packs a powerful punch. Live, MXO's undeniable sex appeal and naturalness on stage is clear for all to see. MXO is excited about the evening: “Liz Ogumbo is the definition of finesse, which comes out in her soul as an African princess. Her music brings unity in diversity. You can see the whole African vibe with her music which crosses borders and boundaries. It has always been my wish to work with someone like her.”

Bheki Khoza

Bheki Khoza, the well-known left-handed guitarist from Umlazi, studied music with the jazz legend Jackie McClean at the University of Hartford, Connecticut. Whilst in the US Khoza was resident with Larry Ridley's jazz legacy playing the whole spectrum of African American music. By the time Khoza returned home he had already made a name for himself playing at clubs like Blue Note, Saint Mark's Zinno's and Smalls (a famous club often referred to as the “Mecca of Jazz”). Khoza also frequently played at the famous Shamberg auditorium in Harlem.

Tickets cost R100 and are available from Cantare Supper Club. The show starts at 8pm. Contact Cantare Supper Club on +27(0)11 511 0505 or at .