A force of nature in the global music scene, Ari Lennox is set to make her highly anticipated CTIJF debut, bringing her signature blend of sultry vocals, soulful melodies, and raw storytelling to the festival stage.
continues to build anticipation with its latest artist announcement, headlined by R&B sensation Ari Lennox.
CTIJF talent manager Lindsay Rhoda said: “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.”is set to make her highly anticipated CTIJF debut, bringing her signature blend of sultry vocals, soulful melodies, and raw storytelling to the festival stage.
Inspired by Erykah Badu, D’Angelo, and Mariah Carey, Lennox’s music is an intoxicating fusion of vulnerability, sensuality, and empowerment. A Standard Bank Young Artist for Jazz and a Mail & Guardian Young South African, Jephta’s genre-defying style blends jazz with contemporary influences, pushing the boundaries of musical storytelling.
Recognised as"South Africa’s New Generation of Jazz" by Okay Africa, Kujenga brings a fresh, socially conscious energy to the stage. Together, Jephta and Kujenga promise an electrifying set that reinterprets Homecoming while honouring its legacy.Linda Sikhakhane is a saxophonist and composer who embodies the ever-evolving spirit of South African jazz.
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