... And so on, with José James on The K Jazz Show

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This September, José returns to South Africa for The Standard Bank Joy of Jazz Festival 2025, and this time he’s bringing us a stunning tribute to the queen of neo-soul, Erykah Badu, from his bold and beautifully reimagined project,
José James Sings Erykah. We’ll also dive into his latest album 1978, an autobiographical triumph that’s turning heads across the globe.

8 Jun English South Africa Music · Music Interviews

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