Hugh Masekela

Location Info

Map

Dakota Jazz Club & Restaurant

1010 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403

Category: Bars/Clubs

Region: Minneapolis (Downtown)

Photos

7 user reviews	Write A Review
Save to foursquare

Related Content

• Critics' Picks: Schoolboy Q, Dr. Dog, Yacht, and more
  February 15, 2012
• Hugh Masekela
  October 13, 2010
• Hugh Masekela & the Chissa All-Stars
  January 23, 2008
• Howard Tate: A Portrait of Howard
  August 9, 2006
• Top 50 CDs from 2006
  February 27, 2007

More About

• Hugh Masekela
• Weddings
• Relationships

Even in the darkest days of apartheid, when Hugh Masekela was in exile from his South African homeland, he infused his music with the effervescence of hope and joy. His high-flying flugelhorn and trumpet became beacons of destiny. So it shouldn't be a surprise that celebration flows like fine wine through Masekela's new album, Jubulani (Razor & Tie), inspired by the traditional wedding music and dances remembered from his youth. The songs are full of advice, support, cautions, regrets, and an abundance of love as well as bittersweet realizations, such as those of the boy who lost his best friend when his sister married and moved far away. The music, Masekela's blend of jazz and the myriad sounds of South Africa, is enthralling. His sterling horn pierces the scintillating rhythms, and his charismatic vocals exude warmth and wisdom while ululations rise from the chorus. Infectious jubilation will reign as this genuine legend leads his core, six-piece band at the Dakota.
Wednesdays, Thursdays. Starts: Feb. 15. Continues through Feb. 16, 2012