Update: Hugh Masekala passed away on January 23, 2018 in Johannesburg, South Africa at the age of 78. It was an honor to have had Hugh and his band visit WFUV for this interview and performance. Hugh ...
Hugh Masekela, who died at 78 after a long struggle with prostate cancer. Along with Miriam Makeba, Masekela helped spread the joy and spirit of South African music around the world. They were musical ...
The great South African trumpeter and activist Hugh Masekela died today after a long fight with prostate cancer. He was 78. His music came to symbolize the anti-apartheid movement in South Africa.