Sibusiso Mash Mashiloane
Bio
Mash is known to be both a virtuoso player and conductor with his live performances being the drawing card that have garnered him audiences across the world. He is an integral performer of African Jazz music and has built an enthusiastic fanbase whilst touring South Africa, USA, Mozambique and Tanzania.
He released 6 albums since 2016 that were all nominated and winners of a variety of awards.
2016- Amanz' Olwandle
2x Best Album - Mzantsi Jazz Awards
2017 - Rotha - A Tribute to Mama
Best African Jazz Artist - AFRIMA
Nomination Best African Male - AFRIMA
2018 - Closer to Home
Best Male - Mzantsi Jazz Awards
Nomination Best Jazz - AFRIMA
Nomination Best Jazz - South African Music Awards
2019 /2020 - Amanzi Nemifula - Umkhuleko
Nomination- Best African Artist - Urban Music Awards
Nomination - South African Music Awards
Best Contemporary Jazz Album - Mzantsi Jazz Awards
2021 - iHubo Labomdabu
Nomination - South African Music Awards
Best Contemporary Jazz - Mzantsi Jazz Awards
2022 - Music from my People
Nomination- South African Music Awards
Best Contemporary Jazz - Mzantsi Jazz Awards
His academic credentials speak volumes on the kind of discipline and passion he has for music. He has a Masters in Jazz Performance, graduated Cum Laude from the University of KwaZulu Natal and is a University lecturer. He is currently working on his PhD [studying the concept of home through SA jazz lens]