MTN Bushfire is thrilled to introduce the second lineup of artists who will ignite the stages at the 17th edition of the festival happening from May 31st to June 2nd, 2024, at House On Fire in the Kingdom of Eswatini.
More info about the MTN Bushfire 2024 Line-up
The festival’s line-up, cherished by Fire Starters worldwide, offers a multicultural, diverse mix of top music talents and exciting discoveries that never fail to amaze and inspire. The quest for new artists and music styles remains a highlight of every MTN Bushfire weekend, and additional artist announcements are forthcoming.
Building upon the recent reveal of celebrated global artists and the confirmation of Nigerian artist Nneka as the headline act, MTN Bushfire unveils another list of confirmed artists who embody the festival’s commitment to celebrating diversity, fostering social inclusion, and promoting an atmosphere of tolerance inspired by its rallying cry, Bring Your Fire.
South Africa’s vocal powerhouses will enchant audiences with mesmerizing performances. Lloyiso, with his inspirational and relatable songs brimming with pure emotion, promises to captivate hearts.
On the flip side, BCUC – Bantu Continua Uhuru Consciousness – will take festival-goers on a rebellious, spiritually infused journey through the sounds of Soweto across generations.
Muzi, an insightful lyricist, weaves his deepest vulnerabilities into his genre-blending music, offering transcendent storytelling.
Hailing from Cape Town, Luukhanyo & The Hii Rollers blend contemporary RnB, Hip-Hop, Funk, and Jazz with unapologetically authentic songwriting.
From the UK, Camilla George and Blue Lab Beats bring their jazz prowess to the stage. Camilla George, a visionary saxophonist and composer, infuses Afrofuturism, Hip Hop, and Jazz into her mesmerizing performances, deeply rooted in her Nigerian heritage.
Blue Lab Beats, a dynamic production duo, boasts over 50 million streams and recently won a Grammy for their production on Angelique Kidjo’s track ‘Fired Up’.
MTN Bushfire serves as a melting pot where people and cultures converge, embodied by acts like Seba Kaapstad, a multi-national Neo-Soul quartet from Cape Town, radiating the polyrhythmic essence of Africa. From Tanzania, Kadilida & Jay Mitta bring their ferocious passion to the stage with their take on the African rave genre, Singeli.
The festival also presents multi-media treats like The Native Practices of Mozambique by Matchume Zango, showcasing the traditional Bantu songs, dances, and rites in a renewed audio-visual experience.
Additional acts include The Congo Cowboys blending American Roots music with African rhythms, and Malawian street duo Madalitso known for their infectious energy.
Eswatini-born talents like Jazz P, Hanwah & Friends, and Sarnilo also grace the lineup, offering diverse musical journeys that explore femininity, spirituality, love, and life.
Aside from musical performances, attendees can expect cultural showcases, spoken word, family-friendly activities, and interactive social and environmental advocacy zones.
Tickets are available on the MTN Bushfire website, along with glamping, camping, and travel options. Stay tuned for further announcements on Ayoba, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
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