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US R&B sensation Ari Lennox gears up for jazz fest
The Star
|April 14, 2025
R&B sensation Ari Lennox is ready to entertain fans at the Cape Town International Jazz Festival (CTIJF) mthis month.
Joining her on the line-up will be two outstanding South African talents — bassist and composer Benjamin Jephta, who returns with a special anniversary project featuring the dynamic jazz collective Kujenga, and saxophonist Linda Sikhakhane, whose deeply emotive and exploratory sound has captivated audiences worldwide.
These latest additions follow other exciting additions to the line-up, including Black Coffee & Nduduzo Makhathini, the Kyle Shepherd Trio, and Thandiswa Mazwai — setting the stage for an unforgettable festival experience.
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 - the soulful voice of a generation
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.
This story is from the April 14, 2025 edition of The Star.
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