One of the amazing and talented MCs in the Country, probably the best on the continent, Yugen Blakrok, will be one of the performers at Bassline Fest later this month alongside Vusi Mahlasela, Ami Faku and Maleh headline Bassline Fest ‘Say Africa’ at Constitution Hill on 23 May. Brandon Aura, Xolani Sithole and Rhythmic Clash winners complete lineup.
Yugen Blakrok is one of South Africa’s most internationally respected alternative hip-hop artists, renowned for her fiercely intelligent lyricism, genre-defying sound, and commanding live presence. Rising from the Eastern Cape’s underground scene, she has built a global reputation through acclaimed releases, extensive international touring, and high-profile collaborations, including her appearance alongside Kendrick Lamar and Vince Staples on “Opps” from the global blockbuster Black Panther soundtrack. With performances across Europe, appearances on COLORS, and music featured in Cyberpunk 2077, Yugen brings world-class underground credibility and uncompromising artistic vision to Bassline Fest.
Now in its 20th edition, Bassline Fest continues its long-standing tradition of celebrating Africa Day through a curated programme of established icons and next-generation talent on the 23rd of May at Constitution Hill’s People’s Park. The family-friendly festival celebrates Africa Day with Ami Faku, Vusi Mahlasela, Maleh, Yugen Blakrok, Brandon Aura and Xolani Sithole. Doors open at 12 in the afternoon, the event ends at 8 pm, and tickets are R300 on Webtickets.
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The inclusion of the Rhythmic Clash talent search winners completes the Bassline Fest 2026 bill as the festival celebrates 20 years of SAY AFRICA and its excellence: They are Zinhle Madela, Flex of He and I and Shef in the Kitchen
“Bassline’s ongoing commitment to artist development and talent discovery, creating a platform where emerging voices can share the stage with some of the continent’s most celebrated performers.” Says Brad Holmes of Bassline Fest. Together, they form the complete line-up for what promises to be one day of African excellence. “This is a festival of artists in motion,” Says Holmes. “Bassline Fest 2026 arrives at a moment of major artistic momentum for its headline acts.”
This is a festival to attend, do the right thing and go experience Yugen’s performance because he is the best.