by Barret Edelstein | Sep 1, 2026 | Music Festival
There is something special about a music festival that manages to bring together different generations, genres, and cultures under one roof — or, in this case, under the Johannesburg sky. Parklive Jozi 2026 at Marks Park delivered exactly that, creating an energetic...
by Barret Edelstein | Aug 26, 2026 | Award Ceremony
There is something incredibly special about an awards platform that recognises the artists who continue to create, perform, and build their careers independently. On 25 August 2026, I had the privilege of attending the 2026 Afri-Indie Music Awards at the AfriForum...
by Barret Edelstein | Aug 22, 2026 | Industry Event
There are some events where you attend simply to witness what is happening, and then there are those where you leave feeling as though you have been given a deeper understanding of the people, stories, and artistry behind the music. Sony Music’s exclusive music...
by Barret Edelstein | Aug 18, 2026 | Award Ceremony
The 32nd South African Music Awards was a particularly special experience for me because I had the opportunity to experience the SAMAs from several different perspectives — as a judge, a content creator, an interviewer and, ultimately, as a music lover celebrating the...
by Barret Edelstein | Aug 10, 2026 | Award Ceremony
The Basadi in Music Awards returned in 2026 for a very special milestone — its fifth edition — and this year’s celebration felt bigger, more reflective, and more significant than ever. Held over two nights at the Joburg Theatre on the 7 and 8 August, the 2026 Basadi...
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