Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Cape Town International Jazz Festival 2024, featuring R&B sensation Ari Lennox alongside South African jazz talents Benjamin Jephta and Linda Sikhakhane.
continues to build anticipation with its latest artist announcement, headlined by none other than R&B sensation Ari Lennox .
CTIJF talent manager Lindsay Rhoda shared her enthusiasm, stating, “With every artist announcement, we’re curating a festival that honours jazz’s rich traditions while embracing its ever-evolving sounds. This year’s line-up brings together global icons and local innovators, ensuring a truly immersive experience for festinos.”Ari Lennox
Her critically acclaimed debut album,"Shea Butter Baby" , introduced listeners to her deeply personal songwriting and powerhouse vocals, with the title track featuring on the"Creed II" soundtrack and amassing millions of streams. For fans of soul, jazz, and R&B, Lennox’s CTIJF set promises to be a showstopper — an unforgettable night of rich harmonies, undeniable stage presence, and the kind of heartfelt storytelling that has made her a beloved figure in contemporary music.Multi-award-winning bassist and composer Benjamin Jephta has been a leading figure in South African jazz for over a decade.
Joining him for this special performance is Kujenga, the seven-piece Cape Town jazz collective that wowed audiences at last year’s festival.
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