Hugh Masekela: The Politics Of South Africa's Famed Trumpeter

Hugh Masekela: The Politics Of South Africa's Famed Trumpeter

Hugh Masekela is a giant of South African music, with a legend more than earned through decades of creativity, outspoken advocacy, and activism. The musician’s distinctive style and prominent crusading against apartheid made him both a global musical icon and a pillar of South African culture. Growing up, the trumpeter “merely” wanted to become a bebop star. What he became is a titan of art and a voice for the people. Listen to Hugh Masekela on …