Pops Mohamed - Ancient Wisdom in Modern Times

ABOUT

Ancient Wisdom in Modern Times” - A musical journey in the exploration of African Indigenous Musical Instruments. A modern way of protecting and preserving our musical heritage. 

About the artist: Pops is a renowned South African multi-instrumentalist, producer, and "Minister of Music." With roots in Johannesburg's Indian community and a heritage spanning Muslim, Portuguese, Indian, Xhosa, and Khoisan cultures, Pops' eclectic style draws from kwela, jazz, pop, and soul. A virtuoso on instruments like the kora, thumb piano, and didgeridoo, he began his musical journey at 14 and gained acclaim for productions like Moses Taiwa Molelekwa’s *Finding One’s Self.* Pops has released numerous albums, earned a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2023, and remains a vital influence in South African and global music.