🎶 New Partners, New Vibes: The Journey to Bassline Fest Starts Now!
Road to Bassline Presents: History of House – A Genre-Defying Experience
Live at the Lyric Theatre, Gold Reef City – July 18, 2025
Partnerships that Power the Movement
SAMPRA:
We’re proud to team with SAMPRA — a key partner in supporting our local artists and safeguarding our musical heritage. As Brad Holmes, Bassline Live Founder, puts it, “With support from SAMPRA, BET, and the Nelson Mandela Foundation, we’re committed to celebrating, supporting, and growing our vibrant music scene.”
BET:
Enhancing our reach further, Bassline’s new media partnership with BET marks a significant milestone. With a successful run spanning over 10 shows, our alliance continues to grow, fueling the development of emerging talents and amplifying South Africa’s rich sound to the world stage.
✨ Celebrating Mandela’s Legacy in Style
For this special Mandela Day edition Bassline proudly partners with The Nelson Mandela Foundation. Join us in honoring Madiba’s legacy through action and community upliftment.
Support the movement:
- Bring a blanket to donate at the event
- Make a donation to the Nelson Mandela Foundation during ticket purchase
- Together, let’s turn up the volume on compassion and change.
🌟 Spotlight on Brandon Aura: Opening Act
We’re thrilled to introduce Brandon Aura, the soulful folk-pop artist making waves across the continent. Known for his emotionally raw performances — like his unforgettable set at Fête de la Musique — Brandon will open the show, bringing his unique blend of cultural storytelling, vulnerability, and resilience to the stage. Prepare for an inspiring start to an unforgettable night.
The countdown is on! Get ready for one of the most electrifying nights in South African music history. Road to Bassline Fest and SAMPRA are teaming up to bring you “History of House”, a seismic celebration that’s redefining genre boundaries. Featuring the Grammy-nominated MÖRDA and the iconic Soweto Gospel Choir, this night promises a soulful, energetic melting pot of Afro house, gospel, and timeless house hits.
Where: Lyric Theatre, Gold Reef City, Johannesburg
When: Mandela Day – July 18, 2025
Time: Doors open at 7 PM
Grab your tickets now at Webtickets
🎤 What to Expect: An Unmissable Musical Journey
Experience the soulful harmonies of the Soweto Gospel Choir, led by the talented Shimmy Jiyane, as they debut their History of House South African performance—covering classics like “Silence” and “Ride Like the Wind,” reimagined in vernacular.
Joining the choir is MÖRDA—ex-Black Motion, a trailblazing producer pushing boundaries with his electrifying beats and chart-topping hits, including new releases like “Glory” featuring Nomfundo Moh and Nontokozo Mkhize. Expect a high-energy performance filled with dance, emotion, and powerful storytelling.
This event is a true fusion of gospel soul, cutting-edge house, and rich SA musical heritage—an authentic celebration of our collective sound and roots.
“We’re excited to showcase our take on these classics, especially with MÖRDA for the first time,” shares Shimmy Jiyane.
“My goal is for this music to bring peace and joy — for people to dance and feel free,” says MÖRDA.