With the ongoing goal to showcase local talent while also empowering young creatives to produce outstanding quality local content.
Trace has announced three diverse new locally produced Trace Original shows – Future Maskandi, Afro Tech is Life and The Re-Introduction.
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Founded in France in 2003, Trace is a global platform dedicated to Afro-urban cultures and youth success.
Trace produces audio-visual and educational programs. Publishes 26 television channels, 100 FM and digital radio stations and 4 digital platforms. Also reaching 350 million fans in 180 countries.
Hosted by seasoned presenter and musician Zulu Mkhathini. The ‘Future Maskandi’ show will feature many artists. By the likes of Mzukulu, Mnqobi Yazo, Lwah Ndlunkulu Thee Legacy, Big Zulu and many more.
FUTURE MASKANDI is a fiery 13-part studio based, insert driven variety show. Set to introduce the viewers to the backstories and music of new entrants into the Maskandi music space.
The show aims to not only showcase. But to also celebrate artists who have fused traditional Maskandi music with a fresh contemporary sound. Produced by Trace Studios, South Africa, the show launches in October with much anticipation for creating audience impact.
AFRO TECH IS LIFE will feature ambitious South African up-and-coming DJs and a selection of A-list Afro Tech DJs. Who will play a set for a swanky, and select group of in-studio party goers.
Switching up the vibe, the show is set as the ultimate platform. Especially for the next generation of ambitious and super talented DJ’s to stand up and shine.
This show is so much bigger than just the music. It is more about seeing and being seen as a tastemaker and early adopter of this exciting new African music movement.
THE RE-INTRODUCTION – coming in November – is an exciting 24 min long music doccie series. Which aims to retell the stories of icons such as Fela Kuti and Brenda Fassie. This is to a whole new audience of music lovers.
Each episode will focus on one music legend, whose story will be anchored by a present-day music star including Zoe Modiga, J’Something, Langa Mavuso, Rouge, Sarkodie, Moozlie and many more.
“With our on-going commitment to empower, direct and nurture young local artists to create quality local musically content, we are ecstatic about the three new offering onto the channel. These Trace originals aim to propel further growth within the younger audience segment offering not just music but edutainment, fashion and lifestyle” shared Trace’s Managing Director – Southern Africa, Valentine Gaudin-Muteba.