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Sjava, Zonke among those opening for Freddie Jackson tour

International superstar Freddie Jackson’s You Are My Lady South Africa Tour will see many local artists opening for him. Those artists include award-winning musicians Sjava and Zonke.

Freddie, known for hit singles such as All I’ll Ever Ask, You are My Lady, and Rock Me Tonight (For Old Times Sake), will be performing in Rustenburg, Johannesburg and Durban from 23 September to 1 October.

“I am excited to be coming to South Africa for the first time. I have heard so many good stories about this beautiful country and how much the people of Mzansi love my music. I cannot wait to have a good time with my South African fans,” said Freddie, according to TshisaLIVE.

 

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TshisaLIVE also reported that other local artists who have been added to the lineup include Mashata, Ismail Abrahams, and DJ Young.

Says Sjava, “When I was invited to be part of this event there was no way I was going to say no. To be on stage with this legend and give him a taste of our South African music is an opportunity of a lifetime.”

 

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Zonke also shared her excitement about the upcoming South African tour.

“To perform with the legendary Freddie Jackson is a dream come true for any young artist. I look forward to having a good time with my fans and I promise to give them a performance of a lifetime.”

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