Acoustic Sessions with Unathi Lu
2025-10-09 18:00 - 23:00 UTC | Selective Live, 189 Buitengragt, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Join us for an evening with the soulful sounds of Unathi Lu, one last show of a rising star in the singer-songwriter scene, this Thursday, October 9th at Selective Live 189n Buitengracht street, Gardens.

With her evocative voice and heartfelt lyrics, Unathi brings an intimate blend of acoustic guitar melodies and powerful storytelling to the stage. Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering her for the first time, this is your chance to experience her music in its raw, authentic form.

Don’t miss a night of stripped-down sound and honest emotion from one of the most compelling voices in local music. Come early, grab a drink, and settle in for a moving live performance.

Ticket link in bio!!!

Doors open at 6pm and show starts at 8pm.

For more contact info@selectivehearing.co.z

Def Eff – Family Matters
2025-10-10 18:00 - 2025-10-11 02:00 | Selective Live, 189 Buitengragt, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
It’s been a while since Def Eff touched the stage he once called home. After countless performances across the city, he’s making a heartfelt return to Selective Live — the venue where many of his live journeys took root.

This night isn’t just another show; it’s a homecoming. Expect the familiar energy, the songs you already love, and a taste of what’s new. It’s about family, connection, and sharing music that brings us all together.

We call this one Def Eff – Family Matters.

Bring a friend along, introduce them to the vibe you’ve been part of, and let’s make this night one to remember.

DJ: tbc

10th Friday | Selective Live | Doors Open – 18h00 |Show – 20h00| Ticket Entry – Early Bird – R120. Normal | Saggy Stone HappyHour- 18h00-19h00.

Bheki Khoza
2025-10-11 18:00 - 23:30 | Selective Live, 189 Buitengragt, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Bheki Khoza is the well-known left handed guitarist from Umlazi, Durban, South Africa. In 1991 he received a Talent Award and scholarship to study music in America. He returned in 1995 from studying at the University of Hartford, Connecticut, with the great Jackie McClean, on of the few living legends.

Some of the musicians he held the opportunity to play with included Kenny Barron, Hilton Ruiz, Kirk Ligtsey, Cecil McBee, Virgil Jones, Charlces Davis and Steve Davis, who now Anarchy, a jam club for African music, in particular. Gigs stemming from the African connection included backing vocalist FLoxy Bee from Nigeria and Thuli Dumakude, a singer from South Africa, of Mabatha Fame.

Prior to studying in America, Bheki played with the African Jazz Pioneers, Abie Cindi, Sipho Gumede, Winston Mankunku Ngozi, Rene McClean, Victor Ntoni, Mike Makhalemala, George Lee, and Berry Rachabane, among others. He also backed South Africa’s famous songbirds, Sibongile Khumalo, Sophic Mgina, Dolly Rathebe, Abigail Kubheka, and Themi Mtshani. During this time Bheki also had his own band Thayima, which played jazz and African music directly addressing the social conditions of the late 1980’s for this reason the band was never recorded.

Doors open at 6pm and show starts at 8pm.

UK Underground NIGHT
2025-10-18 15:00 - 2025-10-19 01:30 | Selective Live, 189 Buitengragt, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
UK Underground NIGHT – THIS Saturday!

Get ready for a night of raw beats, real bars, and pure UK energy! This Saturday, we’re bringing the heart of the UK music scene straight to the stage with a heavy lineup of local DJ, underground sounds, and non-stop good vibes.

Expect everything from grime to drill, conscious rap to boom bap, guest DJs, and an atmosphere that’s all about celebrating UK culture.

DJ Lineup:

Alvhinator

Bro Slovo

Mafiana

Tigerlilly

Doors open: 3 PM | Braai between 4-7pm Vibes ’til late

Selective Live

Braai platters for sale

Whether you’re a day-one head or just discovering the scene, this is the place to be. Tell your people, rep your ends, and come through for a proper day of UK music party.

D’Angelo is a legend
2025-10-18 16:00 - 20:00 | Selective Live, 189 Buitengragt, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
We’ve lost a piece of our hearts with the passing of D’Angelo. His music carried the essence of soul. Honest, raw, and timeless. The global wave of tributes reminds us of what we already knew: D’Angelo is a legend. This loss is felt collectively. Let’s come together to reflect, listen, and make in his spirit.

Cape Town: Album listening from 4pmJam from 8pm (bring your instruments)Free entrance, @selective_live

Joburg: A live jam for D’angelo by Abzu X Lerato Lichaba, a D’angelo inspired dj set By Bilal Da Dj, on Thursday the 23rd from 7pm – 9pm entrance R50 very limited space first come first serve @sowetogallery7533 LETS CELEBRATE THE MUSIC THAT TOUCHED US AND IMPACTED US IN DIFFERENT WAYS

The Soulective Jam Session
2025-10-19 20:00 - 2025-10-20 01:00 | Selective Live, 189 Buitengragt, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Jam session hosted by incredible local musicians and celebrating 7years of Selective Live.. selective hearing DJs!!!! Free entry!!. #jamsession #free Doors open at 6pm!!

Elise Olsen and Marie Lemme (Norway) at Selective Live
2025-10-22 18:00 - 23:30
On October 22, join Elise Olsen and Marie Lemme at Selective Live for a cozy night of songs, stories, and all the feels.

Elise brings her dreamy, emotional pop straight from Norway (with a detour through Cape Town), and Marie’s serving rich vocals and folk-pop warmth with a side of sass and soul. Expect music to make you laugh, cry, and maybe call your ex.

Think: Olivia Dean meets Joni Mitchell. Imogen Heap vibes with a bit of Melody Gardot magic. Two voices, one stage — come feel it with us!!

Elise Olsen is a Norwegian singer-songwriter known for her emotionally rich storytelling and evolving sound. In 2023, she spent a semester in Cape Town, where she immersed herself in the local music scene with performances at Selective, The Blue Room, and The Commons. A recording from her live set at The Blue Room was later broadcast on Fine Music Radio, introducing her original music to a wider audience.

Following her time in South Africa, Elise released her debut album, Love as I Know It, which was playlisted on Norway’s national radio station P3. Her music is inspired by artists like Olivia Dean, Imogen Heap, and Elton John—blending vulnerability, melodic depth, and lyrical storytelling into a sound uniquely her own.

Instagram @Eliseolseen

Marie Lemme delivers warm, heartfelt folk/pop music with a powerful lyrical core.With her uniquely rich, deep-toned voice and a keen ear for memorable melodies, Lemme crafts songs that stir the soul—inviting calm, sparking laughter, and touching on bittersweet emotions. Inspired by legends like Joni Mitchell and Melody Gardot, her music reflects both a deep connection to the singer-songwriter tradition and the diverse musical influences gained through her childhood and music education at the Norwegian Academy of Music

Instagram: @Marieflemme

Date: 22 OCTOBER | Wednesday |Time: Doors Open at 6pm | Show – 8pm |

Venue: Selective Live 189 Buitengracht Street

Dine with Wandile Mbambeni for free
2025-12-04 18:00 - 21:30 | Blackbrick Gardens, 2 Roodehek Street, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Dine with Wandile Mbambeni at atrás

Join us for the second iteration of our intimate live music & dinning experience at atrás inside BlackBrick Gardens, our next gathering features a complimentary live performance by acclaimed South African singer-songwriter Wandile Mbambeni, followed by sharing-style dinner.

Reserve a table: https://www.dineplan.com/restaurants/atrs?date=2025-12-04

Date: 4th DecemberArrive & Drink: 18:00 – 18:30Performance : 19:00 -19:30Dinner : 19:30 – 21:00

Selective Live Launch Party and Album listening session by Internet Athi
2026-02-01 15:00 - 22:00 | Blackbrick Gardens, 2 Roodehek Street, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Selective Live is Back. We’re reopening and stepping into an exciting new chapter at our new home — the rooftop of BlackBrick Gardens Hotel. Elevated, intimate, and effortlessly soulful, Selective Live returns as your go-to Sunday experience where music, culture, and sunset summers meet. Join us every Sunday from the 1st of February, as we bring you live Afro-Jazz and Neo-Soul performances, paired with carefully curated vinyl DJ sets that set the tone from sunset into the evening. Expect delicious canapés, crafted cocktails, and a crowd that appreciates good music and beautiful moments. Doors open at 3PM, with live performances starting around 6PM — giving you the perfect afternoon-to-evening flow. Lounge by the rooftop pool, sip something special, and let the rhythm carry you through Sunday. Main act: Internet Athi with listening session and a small performance Dress code: Summer chic with a touch of white or beige. Swimwear welcome — the pool is part of the experience. This is more than an event. It’s a weekly ritual. Welcome back to Selective Live. Every Sunday from Feb 1st | Doors open 3PM #selectivelive #rooftopsundays #sundayvibes #LiveMusicExperience #afrojazz #neosoulmusic #vinylsessions #blackbrickgardens

Selective Live rooftop Live Music experience with Madame Freak
2026-02-08 15:00 - 22:00 | Blackbrick Gardens, 2 Roodehek Street, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Selective Live is Back.

We’re reopening and stepping into an exciting new chapter at our new home — the rooftop of BlackBrick Gardens Hotel. Elevated, intimate, and effortlessly soulful,

Selective Live returns as your go-to Sunday experience where music, culture, and sunset summers meet.

Join us every Sunday as we bring you live Afro-Jazz and Neo-Soul performances, paired with carefully curated vinyl DJ sets that set the tone from sunset into the evening. Expect delicious canapés, crafted cocktails, and a crowd that appreciates good music and beautiful moments.

Doors open at 3PM, with live performances starting around 6PM — giving you the perfect afternoon-to-evening flow. Lounge by the rooftop pool, sip something special, and let the rhythm carry you through Sunday.

Main act:

Madame Freak on the 8th February 2026

The ever-evolving Madame Freak ensemble embarks on a new musical journey

showcasing the immersive Afro-art rock of singer Dhahabu. and jazz fusion

sounds of Nicky Bremer on keyboards.

Spearheaded by guitarist Jane Mayne and drummer Karen Rutter, the band has

explored the muse with a range of creators through the years.

At the heart of the Madame Afrique experience lies Jane Mayne’s signature six-

string playing, a style coloured by valve-driven sustain, and propelled by an

impulse to radiate a shared metaphysical experience. View her Gibson Les Paul

live in action on YouTube.

Behind the kit, longtime collaborator Karen Rutter is perfectly paired to expand

on this experiential journey, with groove-driven bassist Marlene Laros sitting in

the pocket in the backline.

From bossas to ballads, to Afro jive, funky grooves, and blazing fusion solos,

Madame Freak projects a simple authenticity, facilitated by music’s ability to

transcend time and space and unite all present in an expansive, aural heart space.

Line up:

Vocals – Dhahabu (Qondéa Avril Mkansi)

Keys – Nicky Bremer

Bass – Marlene Laros

Guitar – Jane Mayne

Drums/ flute – Karen Rutter

Dress code: Summer chic with a touch of white or beige.

Swimwear welcome — the pool is part of the experience.

This is more than an event.

It’s a weekly ritual.

Welcome back to Selective Live.

Selective Live rooftop Live Music experience with Bheki Khoza
2026-02-15 15:00 - 22:00 | Blackbrick Gardens, 2 Roodehek Street, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Bheki Khoza is the well-known left handed guitarist from Umlazi, Durban, South Africa. In 1991 he received a Talent Award and scholarship to study music in America. He returned in 1995 from studying at the University of Hartford, Connecticut, with the great Jackie McClean, on of the few living legends.

Some of the musicians he held the opportunity to play with included Kenny Barron, Hilton Ruiz, Kirk Ligtsey, Cecil McBee, Virgil Jones, Charlces Davis and Steve Davis, who now Anarchy, a jam club for African music, in particular. Gigs stemming from the African connection included backing vocalist FLoxy Bee from Nigeria and Thuli Dumakude, a singer from South Africa, of Mabatha Fame.

Prior to studying in America, Bheki played with the African Jazz Pioneers, Abie Cindi, Sipho Gumede, Winston Mankunku Ngozi, Rene McClean, Victor Ntoni, Mike Makhalemala, George Lee, and Berry Rachabane, among others. He also backed South Africa’s famous songbirds, Sibongile Khumalo, Sophic Mgina, Dolly Rathebe, Abigail Kubheka, and Themi Mtshani. During this time Bheki also had his own band Thayima, which played jazz and African music directly addressing the social conditions of the late 1980’s for this reason the band was never recorded.

Doors open at 3pm and show starts at 6pm.

Selective Live rooftop Live Music experience with Deslynn Malotana
2026-02-22 15:00 - 22:00
Join us for an intimate evening of music with Deslynn Malotana as she shares original songs from her upcoming project, alongside some of your favourite past releases.

Accompanied by her talented band, Deslynn takes you on a soulful journey through music that speaks to the heart, mind, and soul. Rooted in warmth, honesty, and depth, Know Love is a space to listen, feel, and be moved.

This is soul music in its truest form, rich, nourishing, and deeply felt. Come and be soul-fed.

Band:

Eugene Ackerman – Bass

Ezra Smuts – Drums

Yvan Potts – Keys

Brandon Ruiters – Trumpetconversation.

Selective Live rooftop DJ Music experience with Bilal Da DJ
2026-02-22 15:00 - 22:00 | Blackbrick Gardens, 2 Roodehek Street, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Join us this Sunday as we bring Bilal Da DJ from Joburg on the decks before Deslynn Malotana live performance.

https://soundcloud.com/bilalbilibob/sweet-sangia-mixed-by-bilal-da-dj

Selective Live rooftop Live Music experience with Kila G
2026-03-01 15:00 - 22:00 | Blackbrick Gardens, 2 Roodehek Street, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
The Elegant Show is a live music experience created by singer-songwriter Kila G, first launched in 2019 and now returning for its 10th edition.

Rooted in soul and R&B, The Elegant Show is an intimate platform where Kila G shares the stage with fellow artists and longtime supporters, in a space that values artistry, presence, and connection. It is a celebration of music, style, and memory — a night where guests are encouraged to dress elegantly, be fully present, and leave with something they can carry beyond the evening.

The night will feature a live performance by Kila G, with special opening acts to be announced.

Come dressed to impress.

Come to feel.

Come to remember.

Selective Live rooftop Music experience with Tanaka
2026-03-08 15:00 - 21:00 | Blackbrick Gardens, 2 Roodehek Street, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Tanaka is the indie and bedroom pop project of Cape Town-based musician Sibahle Tanaka Holani.

Blending dreamy textures and

heartfelt lyricism, Tanaka crafts songs that explore love, longing, and the quiet beauty in growing up.

His sound drifts between indie, jazz, jangle, and dream pop, evoking the warmth of intimacy and the nostalgia of youth.

Since releasing his debut EP, You Look Beautiful in This Light (2023), Tanaka has emerged as one of Cape Town’s most exciting new voices.

The project’s lead single, Starlight, landed on Spotify’s All New Indie and Fresh Finds playlists, and the EP has since amassed over 200,000 streams

across digital platforms

Doors open at 3pm and show starts at 4pm

Selective Live rooftop DJ experience with Donwella (UK)
2026-03-15 15:00 - 22:00 | Blackbrick Gardens, 2 Roodehek Street, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
This one’s for the old school Selective crew! All the way from London UK, Donwella is back in the mother city and making her return to the Selective decks for one night only. The day 1 heads will remember her legendary rooftop sets from the early days of 2019. On Sunday March 15th, she’ll be channeling all her love for Selective with her signature blend of eclectic sounds; hip-hop, kwaito, soulful house and plenty UK flavours and global grooves.

Selective Live rooftop Music experience with Khanyisa
2026-03-15 15:00 - 22:00 | Blackbrick Gardens, 2 Roodehek Street, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Khanyisa returns to the stage for an intimate, high-energy live experience at Selective Live this March.

Known for his fusion of Xhosa lyricism, sharp rap flows and soulful storytelling, Khanyisa brings the full band, the bars, and the presence. This isn’t just a performance — it’s a moment. Expect a curated set of fan favourites, unreleased music, and live arrangements that hit deeper than the recordings.

If you’ve seen the rehearsal clips, the CPUT Piazza performance, or the Xhosaverse live sessions — you already know.

If you haven’t — this is where you start.

Doors open at 3pm show starts at 6pm

Selective Live rooftop Music experience with Unathi Lu
2026-03-22 15:00 - 21:30 | Blackbrick Gardens, 2 Roodehek Street, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Join us for an evening with the soulful sounds of Unathi Lu, a rising star in the singer-songwriter scene, Sunday March 22nd at Selective Live.

With her evocative voice and heartfelt lyrics, Unathi brings an intimate blend of acoustic guitar melodies and powerful storytelling to the stage. Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering her for the first time, this is your chance to experience her music in its raw, authentic form.

Don’t miss a night of stripped-down sound and honest emotion from one of the most compelling voices in local music. Come early, grab a drink, and settle in for a moving live performance.

Ticket link in bio!!!

Doors open at 3pm and show starts at 6pm.

For more contact info@selectivehearing.co.za

Selective Live rooftop Live Music experience with Qaqamba Ntshinka
2026-03-29 15:00 - 22:00 | Blackbrick Gardens, 2 Roodehek Street, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Qaqamba Ntshinka is an Afro jazz artist originally from EC eNgcobo and now living in CPT eMfuleni. She is a community activist, songwriter, singer, and poet. She draws inspiration from social injustices, using her music to promote awareness and healing.

A graduate of Bridges for Music Academy, Qaqamba is skilled in music production, business, and mindfulness, and has released singles like “Zizinja”, “Maqondana” and “Ingase Uyazi”. She also works as a Digital Marketer at a company called Comarketers, leveraging her expertise to enhance her music career.

International Debut (London, UK): On the 19th of November

2025, Qaqamba reached a global milestone, performing her first international gig at the legendary Fabric London for the Bridges For Music Academy Fundraising Gala Dinner.

Her notable performances include FAME Week Africa, Villa Viva, and The Expresso Show on SABC 3. She was recognized by Bridges for Music Academy and performed at their Ultra Bridges Academy Gala Dinner with artists like Dr Dizu Plaatjies and uMsaki. Her achievements include TV appearances and nominations for the Basadi in Music Awards 2023. She has performed at Flame Studios Constitution Hill, The Joburg Theatre, and opened for Zahara at The Botanik Social House. In 2024, she performed at The Cape Town Jazzathon at V&A Waterfront Amphitheatre and the Wine & Venture summit in Stellenbosch.

Qaqamba opened for Sjava, Mandisi Dyantyis, and Zonke at the Thikho Events Business Premium Jazz Festival at Cape Town Grand West Arena on April 14, 2024, marking the biggest performance of her career.

Doors Open at 3pm and show starts at 7pm

Selective Live — Rooftop Live Music Experience with Jordan Baker
2026-04-12 15:00 - 21:00 | Blackbrick Gardens, 2 Roodehek Street, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Joining the lineup is neo-soul singer-songwriter Jordan Baker, a Cape Town–based artist known for her smooth, honeyed voice and captivating live performances. Raised in a musical household shaped by jazz and R&B influences, she began performing at the age of 7 and has since graced stages across the city — from intimate lounges to festival stages. Jordan has collaborated with some of South Africa’s leading artists and musicians and is currently completing her debut EP while curating her own live experiences.

Blending soul, jazz, and alternative R&B, she creates dreamy, immersive musical journeys rooted in storytelling, sensuality, and connection.

Opening the evening is genre-bending artist i-SO, whose experimental neo-soul sound draws from jazz, alternative R&B, hip-hop, blues, & rock — followed by Jordan Baker and the electrifying Hii Roller band.

Enjoy curated DJ sets before and after the live performances as you take in the rooftop atmosphere.

Selective Live — Rooftop Music Experience with Umuthiomkhulu Ensemble
2026-04-19 15:00 - 21:00 | Blackbrick Gardens, 2 Roodehek Street, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
A Spiritual Jazz Experience: Where Music Meets the Soul

The evening unfolded not merely as a concert, but as a journey—one that invited every listener to step beyond the ordinary and into a space of reflection, healing, and connection. The venue was softly illuminated, with candles flickering gently and incense lingering in the air, setting a tranquil tone for what would become a deeply spiritual jazz experience.

From the very first note, it was clear that this was something different. The music did not rush; it breathed. A slow, meditative rhythm from the drums grounded the atmosphere, while the upright bass provided a steady, heartbeat-like pulse. Over this foundation, the saxophone rose like a voice in prayer—expressive, searching, and full of emotion. Each note felt intentional, as if it carried meaning beyond sound.

The musicians played not just with technical skill, but with profound feeling. Their improvisations seemed guided by something greater, as though they were channelling energy rather than simply performing. The pianist layered soft, ambient chords that created a sense of space, allowing the audience to sink into introspection. At times, the music grew intense and powerful; at others, it became almost silent, inviting deep listening and stillness.

A defining moment of the night came when a spoken word artist joined the ensemble. Her words spoke of identity, healing, ancestry, and spiritual awakening, weaving seamlessly into the music. The combination of poetic expression and jazz improvisation created an atmosphere that felt both sacred and communal. Audience members closed their eyes, swayed gently, or sat in quiet contemplation, each person connecting with the experience in their own way.

This was not an event driven by applause or spectacle. Instead, it fostered a sense of unity and shared presence. The boundaries between performer and listener dissolved, replaced by a collective energy that filled the room. It was as if everyone present was part of the same unfolding story, connected through rhythm and spirit.

As the final piece came to an end, the silence that followed was just as powerful as the music itself. No one rushed to leave. There was a lingering stillness—a sense that something meaningful had taken place, something that words could not fully capture.

In essence, the spiritual jazz event was more than music; it was a form of expression that touched the inner self. It reminded everyone present that jazz, at its core, is not just about sound—it is about feeling, connection, and the exploration of the human spirit.

Doors open 3pm Show starts at 6pm

Selective Live — Rooftop Music Experience with Mabongi Thusi
2026-04-26 15:00 - 17:30 | Blackbrick Gardens, 2 Roodehek Street, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Join us for a special gathering of music, as Mabongi Thusi debuts her latest project, Family Affair. The basis of offering is in the name, with Mabogni being joined by her family, blood and chosen to give us this unique experience of music and community.

Mabongi Thusi is a singer, songwriter, guitarist and community builder who hails from Kwa-Zulu Natal and is currently based in Cape Town. Mabongi is the lead singer of the band Mabongi Thusi & The OAK. The family band, who are also three time Victory Gospel Awards nominees, consists of herself and her sons; Owethu Ndwandwe (piano), Zwide Ndwandwe (bass) and Khanya Ndwandwe (electric guitar). Mabongi Thusi and her sons released their first album, SINGABEZULU, in 2015 and their second album Vimbani: Live at The SABC Auditorium in 2019. Their music combines the sounds of Jazz and traditional African music from different parts of the continent. Mabongi writes and sings in multiple African languages including IsiZulu, Sesotho, Lingala and Shona, Swahili. In 2017, Mabongi Thusi started crowdfunding project to open up a music program for students atInkwenkwezi High School, located in the community of Du Noon, Cape Town. The program was successfully launched when enough resources were gathered in 2018 to provide the school with their own set of marimbas, allowing Mabongi and her sons to give students of the high school their very first lessons with musical instruments. Mabongi believes in using her music, as well as her platform, to address societal issues. Mabongi prides herself in being involved with various community based projects that are looking to bring progress, justice and healing.

Doors open at 3pm show starts at 4pm.

Selective Live rooftop Music experience with Bheki Khoza
2026-04-26 18:00 - 21:00 | Blackbrick Gardens, 2 Roodehek Street, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Selective Live is Back.

We’re reopening and stepping into an exciting new chapter at our new home — the rooftop of BlackBrick Gardens Hotel. Elevated, intimate, and effortlessly soulful,

Selective Live returns as your go-to Sunday experience where music, culture, and sunset summers meet.

Join us every Sunday as we bring you live Afro-Jazz and Neo-Soul performances, paired with carefully curated vinyl DJ sets that set the tone from sunset into the evening. Expect delicious canapés, crafted cocktails, and a crowd that appreciates good music and beautiful moments.

Bheki Khoza is the well-known left handed guitarist from Umlazi, Durban, South Africa. In 1991 he received a Talent Award and scholarship to study music in America. He returned in 1995 from studying at the University of Hartford, Connecticut, with the great Jackie McClean, on of the few living legends.

Doors open at 6:30pm and show starts at 7pm.

Music experience with Zwide Serves Bass
2026-05-03 15:00 - 21:00 | Blackbrick Gardens, 2 Roodehek Street, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Join us every Sunday as we bring you live Afro-Jazz and Neo-Soul performances, paired with carefully curated vinyl DJ sets that set the tone from sunset into the evening. Expect delicious canapés, crafted cocktails, and a crowd that appreciates good music and beautiful moments.

Zwide Ndwandwe is a Cape Town based cultural practitioner. Under the project name of Zwide Serves Bass, his solo work honours the vastness of Black music as a tradition and political insturment

BUMBUNTU Proudly presents the performance of local artist Ziggy Yster
2026-05-06 18:00 - 21:00 | Bumbuntu, 5 Carstens Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8000, South Africa
BUMBUNTU Proudly presents the performance of local artist Ziggy Yster

Date: Wednesday 6th of May

Time: 18:00 – 21:00

Show starts at 7 PM

Location: Bumbuntu Cowork, 5 Carstens Street, Tamboerskloof

Get your tickets now at ZAR 100 |

We will serve xhosa food platters before the event

Beef stew, Pap, chakalaka, and vegetables

About Ziggy

My name is Zingisa Gwetse also known as Ziggy Yster Born 6 April 1997. I’m raised in Cape town but originally from Eastern cape Elibode in a small village called eThembeni. I live in a township called eMfuleni. I am a Singer, rapper and song writer. I do Afro jazz, Afro pop, pop and hip hop music. I have one released song on SoundCloud named ‘Question Mark’ featuring Nkululeko Dyantyi and I’m currently working on my first E.P. that I plan to release in August this year. Your support will help me realize this. ??

Selective Live Music Producer experience with TehSynes
2026-05-10 15:00 - 21:00 | Blackbrick Gardens, 2 Roodehek Street, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Special Mothers Day Edition!!!

welcome drinks!! and Food and Music expirience.

We’re reopening and stepping into an exciting new chapter at our new home,

the rooftop of BlackBrick Gardens Hotel. Elevated, intimate, and effortlessly soulful,

Selective Live returns as your go-to Sunday experience where music,

culture, and sunset summers meet.

TehSynes emerged in 2010 as a project to showcase a spectrum of sounds, blending elements from various genres using live guitar, synth keys, drum machines, and loopers along with improvised live jamming and finger drumming.

Growing up between the mountain, the sea, and the city has influenced the soundscapes that defines Tehsynes.

Pronounced ‘The Signs,’ it reflects the sign of our times and like a ‘sine wave,’ representing a pure tone of frequency without harmonics.

Selective Live Music experience with LIBØ
2026-05-17 15:00 - 21:00 | Blackbrick Gardens, 2 Roodehek Street, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
We’re reopening and stepping into an exciting new chapter at our new home — the rooftop of BlackBrick Gardens Hotel. Elevated, intimate, and effortlessly soulful,

Selective Live returns as your go-to Sunday experience where music, culture, and sunset summers meet.

BORN AND RAISED IN CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA, LIBØ IS A VOCALIST, SINGER-SONGWRITER AND A GUITARIST.

HE IS A VERSATILE ARTIST WHO PLAYS AROUND WITH DIFFERENT SOUNDS, MAKING IT HARD TO CATEGORISE HIM

IN A GENRE BUT OFTEN MAGIC IS CREATED.

HE’S CURRENTLY AN UNDERGRAD STUDENT AT SOUTH AFRICAN

COLLEGE OF MUSIC STUDYING JAZZ. HE’S BEEN A PART OF THE DISTRICT SIX MUSICAL AND A CAST MEMBER

PLAYING ONE OF THE LEAD ROLE OF DAMAKA.

HE HAS GRACED THE STAGES OF THE BAXTER THEATRE, ATHLETIC CLUB & SOCIAL, THE ARTSCAPE, SELECTIVE

LIVE, STAGES AROUND SWITZERLAND AND JUST FINISHED A SHOW AT KAYA CAFE. HE MADE HIS FIRST PROJECT

IN 2023 CALLED ‘SONDELA’ WHICH IS 3 TRACK EP THAT INCLUDED HIS RELATIVELY SUCCESSFUL SINGLES

KHANGELA WENA & SONDELA. AND RECENTLY RELEASED HIS SINGLE ‘NJENA’

.

Doors open at 6pm and live music starts at 6pm performance but we have djs before

Selective Live Music experience with Holy Alpha
2026-05-31 15:00 - 21:00 | Blackbrick Gardens, 2 Roodehek Street, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Holy Alpha is a South African hip hop artist from Khayelitsha,

Cape Town. She is recognised for her authentic storytelling,

raw lyricism, and powerful isiXhosa expression. Rooted in

local street and township culture.

She began her music journey in 2016 and gained national

attention in 2020 with her breakout single “Ghost,

”which

made waves across the underground scene and earned her

recognition from key industry figures. She continued to build

momentum with releases such as “Subuza,

” further

establishing her lyrical skill and artistic identity.

In August 2024, Holy Alpha released her

debut album Mama Ghost, a defining body of

work that solidified her position as one of

Cape Town’s most compelling hip hop voices.

In 2025, she featured on “Bathini” by

legendary hip hop group Driemanskap,

released on 25 November 2025, marking

another significant milestone in her career.

With a growing catalogue, notable

collaborations, and strong cultural relevance,

Holy Alpha continues to represent a bold,

authentic voice in contemporary South

African hip hop.

Selective Live Music experience with Morena Leraba
2026-06-07 15:00 - 21:00 | Blackbrick Gardens, 2 Roodehek Street, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
MORENA LERABA is the stage name of Teboho Mochaoa, a musician and shepherd from Matholeng, a village in

the Mafeteng region south of Lesotho’s capital, Maseru. In 2017, Morena Leraba formed his eponymous group

in Johannesburg with other musicians, blending traditional Sesotho music with cross-cultural influences to

mould a singular sound imbued with the enigma of a shepherd from Lesotho mountains.

Over the past nine years, Morena Leraba has become a globally recognized figure through a genre-defying sound

(inspired by Famo music from Lesotho) propelled by electrifying live performances, high-profile collaborations,

and his 2023 debut record, Fela sa Ha Mojela. Released by The Good Times Co and Permanent Record,

the EP pays tribute to the songs of his home region, capturing his ability to fuse Famo-inspired vocals with

diverse musical influences into a sound that is psychedelic, entrancing, and dynamic.

Famo, a sub-genre of Sesotho traditional music and poetry, is deeply rooted in Morena Leraba’s home district

of Mafeteng and was introduced as early as the 1920s when Basotho men were migrant labourers in the South

African mines. “I understand Famo,” he says. “But because we also have influences from elsewhere, I guess I’ve

been reimagining Sesotho traditional music. Coming to Johannesburg and meeting the musicians who have

shaped this journey was, in a way, the manifestation of that reimagination.”

His alter-ego, imagery, and lyrics celebrate the shepherd’s charisma, weaving together narratives of rural life

with reflections on his experiences in Johannesburg and beyond. Fela sa Ha Mojela is enriched by the voices of

fellow Basotho migrant workers whom he commutes with, and whose stories inform its themes: “These are

stories of migration. Labour in the informal sector. Johannesburg and its hardships. Hope. Finding strength

and courage. Spiritual calling. Death, and having to live with the memory of loved ones.”

Since emerging onto the scene, Morena Leraba has become a sought-after collaborator. Notable projects

include Major Lazer’s 2021 album Music is the Weapon – Reloaded (Mad Decent), where he appeared on

Hands Up alongside South Africa’s Moonchild Sanelly; Johannesburg with Sibot and Gruff Rhys (formerly of

Super Furry Animals), the first single from EGOLI (2019) by Damon Albarn’s Africa Express; We No Be Machine

(Strut Records, 2020) by the London-based collective ONIPA; Harare, the lead single from Johannesburg’s

BLK JKS’ 2021 album Abantu – Before Humans (Glitterbeat Records); and Bubbling (Mawimbi Records, 2021),

a collaboration with Paris-based Mawimbi and South African producer and his mentor Spoek Mathambo.

Elena Shirin

Vienna-born singer-songwriter and producer Elena Shirin ranges from

neo-soul and alternative R&B to triphop – her lyrics tell stories inspired

by her travels, female* empowerment, and vulnerability.

2015 – 2019 Elena was the lead singer of the band Aramboa, with whom

she released an album and two EPs and performed at festivals such as

Waves Vienna, Tallinn Music Week, and the Bushfire Festival in South

Africa.

In 2019, she toured the US with the band Moon Hooch before releasing

her solo album “FROM A TO BE” on Motor Music in 2020.

The single “Implode’xplode” reached number 3 on the FM4 charts and

was featured on BBC Radio 1 and in Musikexpress.

In 2021, she played her first US headlining show at the Joshua Tree

Music Festival and supported artists like Thievery Corporation and

Alice Phoebe Lou.

In 2022, she appeared as an actress in the CANAL+ series

“Sexplanation,” which featured her songs as its soundtrack.

Her second album will be released in 2026

Selective Live Music experience with Chosi
2026-06-14 15:00 - 21:00 | Blackbrick Gardens, 2 Roodehek Street, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
CHOSI invites you into a conversation through music — one that embraces pauses, intentional

reflection, and thoughtful response. Welcome to SELAH.

Expect vulnerable storytelling. In the midst of our busy lives, silent grief, and the pressure to move

on too quickly, SELAH offers a moment to pause, breathe, and feel.

Bring your person with you — this is not something to experience alone.

South Africa was first introduced to CHOSI through her viral Idols SA audition, where she

performed her original hit single Ntinga alongside the indigenous uhadi instrument. Born in the

heart of KwaZakhele Township in Port Elizabeth, CHOSI creates music that feels like memory,

prayer, and protest all at once.

Rooted in the rhythms of the Zion church and raised in a home filled with song, her sound is a

soulful meeting point between jazz, nesingqi, and storytelling. What began as poetry shaped by the

socio-political realities around her evolved into music that carries both tenderness and truth.

From stages across South Africa to composing for international film productions, CHOSI’s artistry

flows like a river — deeply African, spiritually grounded, and impossible to ignore.

Now based in Johannesburg, CHOSI returns to the city where her musical journey first began with

SELAH — an intimate evening of reflection, stillness, and soul-stirring sound.
