Yes, whenever the name Black Coffee is mentioned in corridors everything stops in honour of ‘We Dance Again’ fame DJ, in recognition for flying the South African flag high on the international stage. His biography is also on its way.
This time, he will be accompanied on stage by his live band (backing vocalists, percussionist and keyboardist) for the very first time.
Born Nkosinathi Innocent Maphumulo- Black Coffee admitted to this reporter earlier this year that he was ‘working on a band’ but this soon, clearly he stood to his words.
DJ Black Coffee has hit back at suggestions that his request to have Brazilian author Paulo Coelho write a biography was a racial issue, telling fans that he did not have time to entertain such accusations.
He shares the stage on Saturday (October 7) with Common and diva Thandiswa Mazwai.
On Sunday, 8 the Witbank born bra Hugh Masekela takes over the stage alongside Omar, Alexander O’Neal, Imagination feat Leee John and Nigerian Femi Kuti.
“The involvement of African acts at the DStv Delicious International Food & Music Festival is important to us. The opportunity for visitors to experience 3 globally recognized African artists over one weekend is a critical part of DStv’s endorsement of local, African content.
The DStv Delicious International Food & Music Festival is truly South African, and this is why we have become the only event to be a member of the Proudly South African campaign,” commented Nomsa Mazibuko, Group Head of Marketing at MultiChoice.
More than 40 000 food and music aficionados are expected to grace the fest, whose big emphasis is on food, with a large number of food trucks featuring fare from all over the world. The longest will be trucks that would offer old favourites – massive burgers, ribs and chicken wings.
“This year our aim is to surpass the success of 2016 – we want to thank the pubic for their great support.
This year you’ll again be able to enjoy some of the same treats; from world-class international and local acts to great local chefs, the enticing gourmet food market and the hugely popular Kids Zone,” says Lloyd Cornwall, Festival Director DStv Delicious Festival.
“The festival is a highlight for foodies as traditional and contemporary cuisine meet to cater for all tastes,” he said succinctly.
DJ Black Coffee has hit back at suggestions that his request to have Brazilian author Paulo Coelho write a biography was a racial issue, telling fans that he did not have time to entertain such accusations.
“Im not a Symbol of anything. If you wanna make it a racial issue, go ahead but do that with your friends, I don’t have the time,” he was quoted on twitter.
Chaka Khan (Queen of Funk), DJ Louie Vega and English band Shakatak made appearances in 2015.
It is scheduled from October 7 to 8 2017 at the much bigger Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit-Midrand.
According to organisers tickets are selling fast and available at from deliciousfestival.com or ticketpro.co.za
GA Tickets: R495 per person per day R800 per person for a weekend pass (Sat & Sun).
There are also VIP/Hospitality tickets and kiddies hospitality R150 per child per day (restricted to ages: 3-13)
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DJ Black Coffee has hit back at suggestions that his request to have Brazilian author Paulo Coelho write a biography was a racial issue, telling fans that he did not have time to entertain such accusations.
“Im not a Symbol of anything. If you wanna make it a racial issue, go ahead but do that with your friends, I don’t have the time,” he was quoted on twitter.
