Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse Live at Untitled Basement

Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse Live at Untitled Basement – Thursday, 27 November
Tickets: Available Now on Quicket

Johannesburg, South Africa — Prepare for an unforgettable night of soul-stirring Afro-Jazz as the legendary Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse takes the stage at Untitled Basement on Thursday, 27 November. A towering figure in South African music and a global ambassador of rhythm, Hotstix brings decades of mastery, emotion, and cultural storytelling to an intimate setting for one night only.

From the streets of Soweto to the world’s most revered stages, Hotstix has shaped the soundscape of a nation. His unmistakable grooves, velvet-warm vocals, and signature flute lines have long transcended mere performance—his music is an experience that moves through you, lingering like memory and wrapping itself around the heart.

This show offers audiences a rare chance to witness a living icon in his prime—pour yourself a drink, lean into the groove, and let Hotstix lead you on a musical voyage infused with history, love, and the soulful pulse of South Africa.

In a powerful tribute on Sipho’s 70th birthday, former President Kgalema Motlanthe honoured Mabuse’s enduring influence and legacy:

“Through your 70-year-long pilgrimage to the highest echelons of social, cultural, and artistic eminence, we honour your pioneering contribution to African music and a global movement of expression.

Yours is a career that defined an industry and set the tone for a golden era of music…

At 70 years of age, Sipho ‘Hotstix’ Mabuse continues to play a critical role in the South African music scene with the power to build social cohesion, the ethical leadership to rear a new generation of musicians, and the virtuosity to uplift a nation through ground-shaking tunes.”

From playing drums at age eight to turning professional by fifteen, Sipho’s six-decade journey has produced musical milestones that transformed Afro-pop, Afro-funk, Soweto soul, and township jive. His half-a-million-selling hit “Burn Out” remains a defining anthem in South African pop history.

Today, Hotstix continues to astonish. A true multi-instrumentalist, he moves effortlessly between flute, piano, saxophone, kalimba, African drums and more—each approached with deep respect and unmatched artistry. Warm, generous, and endlessly creative, he remains one of South Africa’s most cherished cultural treasures.

This special performance will feature the full spectrum of Sipho’s celebrated catalogue, including classic Harari favourites and his own iconic hits. Whether you’re a long-time fan or discovering a legend for the first time, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to honour and experience a cornerstone of South African music history.

If the soul of South African music matters to you, don’t miss this night.

Tickets: Book now on Quicket
Date: Thursday, 27 November
Venue: Untitled Basement

Join us as we celebrate heritage, rhythm, and the enduring brilliance of Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse.