The Deep Cut

Bra Hugh

Hugh Masekela was an artist, activist, an ambassador for South Africa. In this episode, The Deep Cut is joined by trumpeter Lwanda Gogwana to discuss the magic behind Bra Hugh's music, from the very beginning of his career up until his passing. We also discuss his legacy with regards to honouring culture and the impact he had on the African diaspora.

Post-Apartheid Jazz

The Deep Cut speaks with drummer Asher Gamedze, whose 2020 debut release, Dialectic Soul, created waves in South African jazz music and received international acclaim. In this episode, recorded remotely to comply with COVID-19 regulations, we discuss the significance of jazz music in the quest for black liberation and whether or not the genre’s influence has waned in South Africa.

Music of the Rainbow

From past music icons like Johnny Clegg, Mango Groove and PJ Powers to contemporary acts such as Beatenberg, Die Antwoord and Costa Titch, The Deep Cut duo discusses the complicated relationship between white South Africans and black music. We also examine how the Rainbow Nation narrative has aided cultural appropriation in South African music.