ACOUSTIQ Assassins will be performing at the Hexagon Theatre Dive at the University of KwaZulu-Natal Pietermaritzburg campus at 7 pm for 7.30 pm on Friday, August 7.
The band, which recently performed at the National Arts Festival in Grahamstown, fuse elements of RnB, soft rock and Afro soul. Their songs have a deep-rooted message which aims to educate people. Acoustiq Assassins is made up of Noma Khumalo, Gugu Mdladla, Junior Mazibuko and Siphesihle Bhengu.
Tickets are R50. To book call 079 679 4837.
Tables in the Hexagon Dive seat 10. Bring along a picnic basket but no drinks. There is a cash bar.
Author: stelsinkins
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