Umzulu Phaqa : Live at the Basement

UMZULU PHAQA LIVE AT THE BASEMENT

Sunday, 13 September 2026

Doors Open: 18:00 | Performance: 20:00

We’re very excited to have Umzulu Phaqa back on our bandstand.

If you’ve been around the Basement for a while, you’ve probably seen her — sometimes stepping in as a guest, sometimes showing up to support another artist, always leaving a mark. But there’s something different when Umzulu Phaqa is the reason you’re in the room.

Her voice. Her presence. That energy.

This is an artist you don’t just listen to. You need to see her live.

There’s a reason Umzulu Phaqa is being talked about as one of the most electric live acts coming out of KwaZulu-Natal. The isiZulu singer-songwriter brings together the spirit of Brenda Fassie, 80s bubblegum synths, funk-heavy basslines and a vocal style that refuses to stay in one place.

And then there’s the live show.

The seats don't stand a chance.

Following her debut album Volume 1, Apple Music Up Next pick Umzulu Phaqa has been building serious momentum, from Basha Uhuru Freedom Festival to Rose Festival, where her performance had audiences talking.

Now she brings Volume 1 to the Basement — with Unlimited Budget and some of her standout songs brought to life with an exceptional live band.

This is Umzulu Phaqa Live at the Basement.

Come ready to hear it.

Come ready to see it.

Come ready to experience it.

ON THE BANDSTAND

Umzulu Phaqa — Vocals

KG Nova — Guitar

Chez Wilson

Mo Live

Simz Jazzinmotion — Drums

Just Kay Tutu

Untitled Basement

Sunday, 13 September 2026

Doors: 17:00

Performance: 19:00

Tickets: R250 online via Quicket

R300 at the door

Tickets are unreserved.