Hugh Masekela: 'Invisible' Artists overshadowed by new celebrities - the 'Politicians'

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One of South Africa's most prolific musicians with more than 55 albums to his name, Hugh Masekela tells Tim Modise that music shows are slowly becoming ‘invisible’ in South Africa. He reveals that he has only performed one show in the country this year. And at 76, the much-celebrated Masekela spends more than 9 months performing overseas. "Artists are increasingly becoming ‘invisible’ and politicians are the new celebrities". - Tim Modise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9 Jul 2015 5AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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