Apple Music is paying tribute to some of South Africa’s top musical legends across multiple genres this Heritage Month.
The streaming giant has recently launched their Amaqhawe (meaning “heroes”) campaign to celebrate the legacies of the local artists who have used their voices to make a positive change, as it commemorates the diversity of South African music over the decades.
It will feature exclusive guest- curated playlists from the likes of Ringo Madlingozi, Yvonne Chaka Chaka, TKZee, Dr Rebecca Malope, DJ Ready D, Oskido, Judith Sephuma, Thandiswa Mazwai, Mafikizolo, Khuli Chana, Laurika Rauch and The Soil.
Meanwhile, Apple Music’s editorial team have also put together the Amaqhawe playlist which features artists who have died, such as Brenda Fassie, Johnny Clegg and Mandoza.
It will also include music by Letta Mbulu,…