Rocking the Daisies has added another major international name to its 2026 lineup, announcing acclaimed American rapper Isaiah Rashad as its latest headliner.
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The Top Dawg Entertainment (TDE) artist will make both his South African and African performance debut when he takes to the stage at the iconic music and lifestyle festival, which returns to Cloof Wine Estate in Darling from 2–4 October 2026. The announcement follows the earlier reveal of British singer-songwriter Jorja Smith as the festival’s first international headliner, further cementing this year’s edition as one of the festival’s biggest yet.
Isaiah Rashad Brings “Lil Sunny’s Awful Road Trip” to South Africa for Rocking the Daisies 2026https://t.co/sCtMmvKrXQ
— Urban Street Culture SA (@UrbanStreetZA) June 25, 2026
Festival organisers shared the news across their social media platforms, welcoming Rashad “to the Garden” and describing the Chattanooga, Tennessee-born artist as a critically acclaimed emcee whose first-ever performance on the African continent is set to be a landmark moment for local hip-hop fans.
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Other international Rocking the Daisies headliners
Jorja, a Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter, was announced as the festival’s first international headliner early in April and will also be making her first performance on African soil.
These announcements have generated excitement among South African fans. In addition to his Rocking the Daisies appearance, Rashad is also expected to perform in Johannesburg as part of his South African visit, giving fans in both cities the opportunity to experience his live show.
For the 1st time on the continent, South Aaah plz welcome TDE’s @isaiahrashad to the RTD26 Garden! 🇿🇦🌼
Repping Chattanooga (USA), the critically acclaimed emcee will be live in Cape Town on the Daisies stage!
Tickets on @QuicketSA now🏃♀️
Life’s not so awful right now, huh? 😎 pic.twitter.com/cqNpsPWpdz
— Rocking the Daisies (@RockingTheDaisy) June 25, 2026
With Isaiah Rashad and Jorja Smith now confirmed, anticipation is building for what promises to be one of the most anticipated editions of Rocking the Daisies to date, as thousands of music lovers prepare to descend on the Western Cape this October.
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