Photos taken by GAS Photographic The "Sun Xa Experiment" describes the musical and cultural journey of the South African band Sun Xa Experiment, renowned for their "ancestral avant-garde free music" . Their live performances offer a spiritual, trance-like experience that merges ancestral energy with a blend of traditional African rhythms, jazz, rock, and psychedelic soundscapes, utilizing languages such as IsiZulu , Sesotho , and English . This results in a healing and immers

ONE OF THE BEST TO EVER DO IT IN HIP HOP Photos taken by GAS Photographic ## Lupe Fiasco's Masterclass in Lyricism at Back to the City 2025 Lupe Fiasco’s performance at Back to the City 2025 was nothing short of a true masterclass in the art of hip hop, underscoring the enduring truth that lyricism remains supreme when delivered with genuine conviction and passion. As he stepped onto the Newtown stage, he exuded a calm assurance that immediately commanded the attention of th

Johannesburg's Newtown was bustling as the streets filled with festival-goers from around the country and the world. On Saturday, the city thrived with business activity and job creation, all thanks to the influence of Hip Hop culture. Let's revisit the events of "Moria Wa Hip Hop," as it's known by the locals. Photos by Gas Photographic For 19 years, the "Back to the City Festival" has been the unrivaled highlight of African hip-hop, justifying its reputation as "The Biggest

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