Simmy, Musa Mashiane, and many great acts set the stages ablaze at the Fête de la Musique 2023.
SALM TEAM 
Fête de la Musique, one of Johannesburg’s most anticipated music festivals, announced its exciting lineup of headlining acts for the 2023 edition. The festivities took place on Saturday the 24th of June at Newtown Junction, in Johannesburg, this year’s festival promised and delivered an unforgettable celebration of local music and culture for everyone. The French Institute of South Africa brought this festival back for its 12th year with the support of Total Energies Marketing South Africa, Newtown Junction, and SAMRO.
The 2023 headlining acts for Fête de la Musique Newtown Junction Johannesburg left everyone wanting more with superior performances that took place throughout the day and a show-stopper closing performance by Simmy. Simmy was an exciting addition to the lineup. Her music blends elements of electronic dance music, neo-soul and experimental pop. Simmy’s heartfelt lyrics and smooth melodies have earned her widespread acclaim, describing her music as “nostalgic in a sense that is relevant, energizing with societal undertones “
Musa Mashiane who also performed at the festival brought a unique sound experience of Afro-soul, traditional African, soulful R&B, jazz, blues, and a strong texture of Afro-melodies. He pulls his inspiration from international singers like Victor Ntoni, Oumou Sangare, Stevie Wonder, and Bobby McFerrin, but delivers it with a truly original African signature.
The Newtown Junction line-up comprised of the following acts :
Newtown Junction – Piazza
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Simmy
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LUUKHANYO
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The Charles Géne Suite
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Sfiso Atomza
Newtown Junction – Ampd Studio Stage
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Musa Mashiane
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uKhoiKhoi
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The Cooligans
Newtown Junction – Railway Line Stage
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ThuliThulz
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SHAKES
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MazwiDaDj
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SweeterBrown
In partnership with Bassline Live, Newtown Junction, Victoria Yards, and the Alliance Française in Johannesburg, the festival hopes to continue to increase accessibility with a wide range of locations and musical acts to choose from in the future.
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About Newtown Junction
Newtown Junction, The Mall That Celebrates African Culture, is in Johannesburg’s inner city and forms part of the city’s cultural and creative hub. The Newtown district houses theaters, art galleries, museums, restaurants, craft markets, clubs, and cafés which all beautifully complement the mall’s vibrant atmosphere. Newtown Junction is home to many stores that include fashion, food, and so much more, with unique offerings that include a City Lodge hotel, Soweto’s Finest dance studio, Newtown City, home to a variety of proudly South African brands, and a production studio, AMPD Studios. AMPD Studios is a world-class radio and music recording studio designed to help build a powerful infrastructure for the entertainment industry which makes it a powerful networking space for creative artists and entrepreneurs
About Monandee
In the heart of Newtown Junction, the new restaurant Monandee pronounced Mo – Nan- Dee is set to bring you music, food, culture, friends, and a true taste of the vibe through its delectable variety of heritage dishes. For a taste, Catering inquiries, and bookings visit the Eatery between Monday to Saturday 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM, or visit @mo_nan_dee across socials.
About Fête de la Musique
The Fête de la Musique (or World Music Day) is a popular and free music festival that has been taking place each year in France for over 40 years, internationally, and was established in South Africa in 2010. Many local and international artists have taken part in the event throughout the years and contributed to its success, including Samthing Soweto, Msaki, Nakhane, Zoe Modiga, BLK JKS, Urban Village, BCUC, Berita, Bänz Oester and the Rainmakers and Bombshelter Beast.
About The French Institute of South Africa (IFAS)
Attached to the Embassy of France in South Africa, Lesotho, and Malawi, the French Institute of South Africa (IFAS) strives to strengthen the bond between France and South Africa by supporting innovative cultural, audiovisual, academic, educational, and linguistic initiatives. Throughout the year, the Institute supports artistic, cultural, and festival events and programs all over the country and offers a platform for cooperation in these areas. Another objective is to encourage cultural diversity and creative exchanges between South Africa, France, and the rest of the African continent.
About TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa
Established in 1954, TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa (Pty) Ltd is 50.1% owned by France-based company TotalEnergies. TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa (Pty) Ltd is an integral part of and plays a significant role in, the international, world-class TotalEnergies. This means that our affiliate benefits from shared access to internationally acclaimed best practices, technological expertise, and top-flight business innovations. TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa (Pty) Ltd has been awarded a Level One Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) rating according to the B-BBEE Codes of Good Practice for three consecutive years. We are proud of this milestone and thank our employees, partners, suppliers, and stakeholders. TotalEnergies in South Africa is committed to transformation and growth.
