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Black Coffee

Black Coffee Tour Dates and Upcoming Concerts

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Followers 120,795
Category House, Lounge, Afro-beat, Dance, Nu-jazz
Concerts
Nov
21
The Ave Live
Philadelphia
Tickets
Nov
22
SILO
Dallas
Tickets
Nov
23
Better Together Festival
Phoenix
Tickets
Nov
24
XS Las Vegas
Las Vegas
Tickets
Nov
29
The Motor Enclave
Tampa
Tickets
Nov
30
Festival Bravo GNP
Valle De Bravo
Tickets
Dec
04
Club Space
Miami
Tickets
Dec
05
1902 Nightclub
San Antonio
Tickets
Dec
11
TANG DUBAI (Shaved Ice & Bubble Tea)
Dubai
Tickets
Dec
12
Soundstorm Festival
Riyadh
Tickets
Dec
14
People's Park
Durban
Tickets
Dec
15
Cabo Beach Club
Cape Town
Tickets
Dec
28
Dubai Harbour Experience
Dubai Marina
Tickets
Dec
29
Cubix By P+US
Hurghada
Tickets
Dec
31
Savaya
Kabupaten Badung
Tickets
Jan
03
Hordern Pavilion
Moore Park
Tickets
About Black Coffee
Considering his meteoric rise to fame, it would be easy to stereotype Black Coffee as just another black diamond, a BEE beat magnet out to mine the insatiable upwardly mobile urban house party market. But as he proved on his South African Music Award-winning album “Home Brewed”, this DJ and producer defies convention. Sidestepping Afro-house clichés and stage-managed highs in favour of restrained sophistication, Black Coffee's penchant is for true Afropolitan house: home-brewed but fresh and future-focused. Expect almost sculptural balance and beauty. If one heard a clamour and ululating emanating from the eastern provinces of South Africa, KwaZulu Natal and the Eastern Cape, announcing the recognition of a cultural phenomenon.. and their role in the development of this cultural phenomenon.. one could not argue were that clamour and ululating to be in respect of one.. that is the soul, spirit, talent and vision of Nkosinathi Innocent Maphumulo, one better known as “Black Coffee”. Black Coffee was born in Durban in KwaZulu Natal and grew up in the Eastern Cape in Mthatha, before moving back to Durban to study music at Natal Tech where he majored in Jazz. His reason for studying music was because he felt that as a producer, he had to deepen his overall musical knowledge, develop his listening skills and advance his knowledge of music theory. Leaving tech prior to completion of his studies, Black Coffee with two friends Thandukwazi “Demor” Sikhosana and Mnqobi “Shota” Mdabe worked as backup vocalists for the renowned Madala Kunene. Deciding then to form an urban soul trio “Shana” the three moved to Johannesburg to make their way. Keeping “Simply Hot And Naturally African” (the meaning of “Shana”) together as an ongoing project, the three also pursued their individual visions, collaborating on the way. Black Coffee was chosen as one of two South African participants in the Red Bull Music Academy in 2003 jump-starting him into the South African DJ scene - a decision he says he has never looked back on. His first big break was when his song “Happiness” was featured on the “DJs At Work” album. 2005, the same year as the release of Black Coffee’s powerful debut album “Black Coffee” saw the birth and formation of Soulistic Music, Black Coffee’s wholly owned 360° corporate structure, his team’s home base and the jump-off point for himself, and as time has evidenced for many others too. Black Coffee revealed that his first album was created using very basic music-making software. “I don't know how to explain the production stages of my album because all I did was put down the basic ideas that I had, I didn't use any MIDI controllers everything was played with a computer mouse. He added that the use of live instruments in a song is also very important, giving a track that final magic touch and bringing it to life. A view through the Black Coffee ‘lens’, at the end of 2011, confirms a delightful, fresh and truly heart warming vista of dynamic and exciting creative production, glimpses of a genius unfolding and degree’s of difficulty, challenge and hardship. To many Black Coffee has led the ‘house music’ way.. establishing since a global pre-eminence in vocal house music and a business approach structured to unlock the plethora of opportunities offered by a converged digital realm driven by the songs and their performance. Reserved, studiously academic, inventive, imaginative, quiet, enigmatic, shy and bold are but of the few ways in which many across the world perceive Black Coffee. No matter how he is seen he remains one of the very few club DJs in the country who genuinely understands the precise function of a music disc jockey: he does not simply mix songs, he re-interprets their previously unimagined musical possibilities, adapting and arranging as each work advises and so quietly creating new works that give life. When he debuted his interpretation of Hugh Masekela’s rambunctious jazz hit “Stimela” (2005 original South African release, 2008 UK release), Black Coffee simply demonstrated how it was possible to rework the South African canon music vault into club music, creating works that were acceptable to both the young and the old, a feat not easily achievable. It has required a decidedly original-inclined, singular mind such as this to be able to pursue this kind of music trajectory and the gold and platinum awards since are testimony to his resolve . 2007 brought another powerful Black Coffee release “Have Another One” which featured amongst others a host of great female vocalists and the likes of Bucie, Siphokhazi and Busi Mhlongo at the helm of an array of original works. With world demand and interest in a Black Coffee performance starting to stand up and shout so to speak, he began a new phase of growth in 2008 with a string of new Soulistic Music signed releases from Culoe de Song, Tumelo and the great Zakes Bantwini all achieving gold and platinum sales. In 2009 Black Coffee dropped his third offering, titled ‘’Home Brewed’’, featuring Ringo Madlingozi, Zonke, Hugh Masekela, Zakes Bantwini and others, and at the South African Music Awards in 2010 he scooped two awards in the categories “Best Urban Dance Album” and “Best Male Artist”. Highlights during 2011 included a nomination for the 2011 MTV Europe Awards in the Africa, India and Middle East category for “Best Worldwide Act”, the launch of Africa Rising and its first presentation (which included a 24-piece orchestra along with a band and featured artists performing Black Coffee’s works) at Moses Mabhida Stadium, four releases on the Soulistic Label including Culoe de Song’s “Elevation”, Sai & Ribatones “Here and Now”, Boddhi Satva’s “Invocation” and the label’s “Soulistic Cuts” and a Channel O Award for “Most Talented Male Artist”. In 2012, Black Coffee’s Africa Rising DVD and CD (triple CD) featuring artists such as Bucie and the soulful Toshi Tikolo on international house hit "Buya”, garnered double platinum sales status in the space of a single month and went on to win “Best Dance Album” at the 2013 South African Music Awards. All of this transpiring shortly after Soulistic Music announced the signing of Thembisa born rising star DJ Shimza to the imprint. Over the past 10 years, Soulistic Music under Black Coffee’s leadership has built a worldwide network of exclusive track licenses, tours and agents giving Black Coffee and other Soulistic Music artists their break into the international touring market where they have become regular features in cities from Sydney to New York, London to Luanda and Los Angeles to Athens. Black Coffee continued to grow his profile internationally during 2013, gracing the decks at Cape Town Electronic Music Festival, Southport Weekender, ADE and for Berlin’s Panorama Bar, Iberian institution Circoloco and Boiler Room. He also forged a strong relationship with Bridges For Music by taking up the role of official spokesperson and ambassador for the music charity initiative. Fast forward to present day and it’s starkly evident that the past 24 months have been no less than a rollercoaster of career milestones, accolades and achievements for the Durban born musical mastermind. Attention grabbing performances for the likes of Ultra South Africa, FabricLive, BPM Festival, Ballantines’ Boiler Room Stay True, Sonar Barcelona, Mixmag Live, SW4, an 8-date North American tour, RMBA debut tour of Japan, two consecutive seasons as a one of Circoloco’s most talked about residents and a 2015 world tour this past summer which spanned 17 countries across 4 continents over 5 months has elevated Black Coffee into the realm of global superstar in waiting. In addition to that, he also launched the Black Coffee Foundation Scholarship with SAE and Bridges For Music, scooped Breakthrough DJ and Dance Nation Of The Year for South Africa at the 2015 DJ Awards and unveiled his 5th artist album titled Pieces of Me to an African audience in September 2015. Both Pieces of Me and the debut album single We Dance Again featuring vocalist Nakhane Touré triumphantly laid claim to the #1 spot on iTunes and the album went on to reach double platinum status within 3 months of release. As 2015 drew to a close, accolades continued to roll in unabated. Black Coffee became the first African DJ to be selected by BBC Radio 1 to deliver his 2-hour musical journey for the prestigious Essential Mix. Shortly thereafter, Red Bull revealed an official limited edition Black Coffee hero can and dedicated legacy website centred around celebrating the first decade of immense success achieved by SA’s house music luminary. Black Coffee is the second only musical artist and first person of colour to be singled out and depicted on a Red Bull commemorative can. Black Coffee continued his path of global domination at the 22nd annual SAMAs this past June by scooping Album of the Year, Best Dance Album and Best Engineered Album for Pieces of Me. And was also honoured with a prestigious International Achievement Award. Later that same month, Black Coffee made history by becoming the first South African to win a BET Award. He was recognized in the Best International Act: Africa category whilst attending the 3-day awards festivities in Los Angeles. Notwithstanding an already stellar year, Black Coffee surprised fans across the globe with a re-work of the Alicia Keys track In Common. Black Coffee’s retake released by the award winning US songbird on July 1 as part of a 5-track remix package, has drawn unprecedented praise with many hailing it as the best version of the song. All the while, Black Coffee is still hard at work preparing the worldwide release of “Pieces of Me’ through US record label Ultra Music later this year. From family, to community, to clan, to culture, to country, to the world; all are blessed with the prodigious talent and productivity of such a great creative genius, as is Black Coffee.
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House, Lounge, Afro-beat, Dance, Nu-jazz
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What fans are saying
Brianna
5 / 5
The final 30 or so minutes of his set, he played to the lovers in the crowd. I felt like I was falling in love all over again with my partner. Oh did we dance!
Celine Orlando Orlando, FL
Mar 23, 2023
Howard
5 / 5
Fantastic event, great music, huge crowd. Loved the quest singers Julie McKnight and the superlative Monique Bingham. Light show was on point. Only downer is the entrance and exit from K’Bridge Park can be cumbersome.
Under the ???K??? Bridge Park Downtown Brooklyn, NY
Oct 13, 2024
Lesley
3 / 5
This was an Ibiza style dj set, not a concert of the songs he put out on his record really. Also, super hetero.
The Grand Boston Boston, MA
Dec 20, 2022
BE
4 / 5
Way too high & hot! but Black Coffee always worth the hike, I guess — it was my first time seeing him live!
Jardins de Joan Brossa Barcelona, Spain
Aug 14, 2024
Thibaut
5 / 5
Epic set from beginning until end. Not describable with words, it’s a feeling that you have to experience! Huge set!
Voodoo Village Grimbergen, Belgium
Sep 09, 2024
Tarrea
4 / 5
Great time. It was so crowded and it started to rain, but we still had a fantastic time.
Brooklyn Mirage Brooklyn, NY
May 11, 2019
Caterina
5 / 5
If there is a perfect night of house music and genuine vibes , this was IT!
Hï Ibiza Sant Josep De Sa Talaia, Spain
Aug 26, 2024
Anonymous
5 / 5
I was amazing to see black coffee again one of the best dj in history
No Art Festival Amsterdam, Netherlands
Jul 28, 2024
Melissa
5 / 5
Killed it, as per usual! Thank you my friend, good times and good vibes!!!!!!
XS Las Vegas Las Vegas, NV
Nov 21, 2023
Giani
3 / 5
Very cool but insanely expensive drinks (40 Dirhams for water) and so many people
WHITE Beach Dubai Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Feb 17, 2022
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Black Coffee Tour Cities
Cape Town, South Africa San Antonio, TX Dallas, TX Valle de Bravo, Mexico Tampa, FL Hurghada, Egypt Las Vegas, NV Philadelphia, PA Dubai, United Arab Emirates Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Miami, FL Durban, South Africa Phoenix, AZ

Frequently Asked Questions About Black Coffee

Concerts & Tour Date Information

Is Black Coffee on tour?

Yes, Black Coffee is currently on tour. If you’re interested in attending an upcoming Black Coffee concert, make sure to grab your tickets in advance. The Black Coffee tour is scheduled for 16 dates across 13 cities. Get information on all upcoming tour dates and tickets for 2024-2025 with Hypebot.

How many upcoming tour dates is Black Coffee scheduled to play?

Black Coffee is scheduled to play 16 shows between 2024-2025. Buy concert tickets to a nearby show through Hypebot.

When does the Black Coffee tour start?

Black Coffee’s tour starts Nov 21, 2024 and ends on Jan 03, 2025. They will play 13 cities; their most recent concert was held in Philadelphia at The Ave Live and their next upcoming concert will be in Cape Town at Cabo Beach Club.

What venues is Black Coffee performing at?

As part of the Black Coffee tour, Black Coffee is scheduled to play across the following venues and cities:

2024 Tour Dates:

Nov 21 - Philadelphia, PA @ The Ave Live
Nov 22 - Dallas, TX @ SILO
Nov 23 - Phoenix, AZ @ Better Together Festival
Nov 24 - Las Vegas, NV @ XS Las Vegas
Nov 29 - Tampa, FL @ The Motor Enclave
Nov 30 - Valle De Bravo, Mexico @ Festival Bravo GNP
Dec 04 - Miami, FL @ Club Space
Dec 05 - San Antonio, TX @ 1902 Nightclub
Dec 11 - Dubai, Dubai @ TANG DUBAI (Shaved Ice & Bubble Tea)
Dec 12 - Riyadh, Riyadh Province @ Soundstorm Festival
Dec 14 - Durban, KZN @ People's Park
Dec 15 - Cape Town, WC @ Cabo Beach Club
Dec 28 - Dubai Marina, United Arab Emirates @ Dubai Harbour Experience
Dec 29 - Hurghada, Red Sea Governorate @ Cubix By P+US
Dec 31 - Kabupaten Badung, Bali @ Savaya

2025 Tour Dates:

Jan 03 - Moore Park, Australia @ Hordern Pavilion
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