“Legendary South African trumpeter HUGH MASEKELA [75 on April 4th] is an innovator in the world music and jazz scene and continues to tour the world as a performer, composer, producer and activist. This iconic artist is best known for his Grammy-nominated hit single, Grazing in the Grass which sold over 4 million copies in 1968 and made him an international star. He later played an integral role in Paul Simon’s tour behind the classic album Graceland, which was one of the first pop records to introduce African music to a broader public.” Learn more here. LA followers can enjoy seeing him at his 75th birthday celebration with the LA Philharmonic at Walt Disney Concert Hall on March 22nd. Tickets here.
