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BUCIE
ROBIN FASSIE

BUCIE

Born Busisiwe Nolubabalo Nqwiliso in Kimberly and raised in Klerksdorp, North West, Bucie discovered her innate talent for music at a young age. Music flowed through her veins like a natural gift, and she began singing in the Sunday school choir at the tender age of 7, where her angelic voice caught the attention of many.

In 2005, Bucie auditioned for the Soul City soundtrack and found herself singing and dancing in the Chicco-produced group Maubani. Her talent continued to shine as she participated in various projects, including a youth project in 2006, where she shared the stage with music icons like Judith Sephuma and Tshepo Tshola.

Bucie’s breakthrough came with her song “Turn Me On,” which she wrote herself and collaborated with the legendary DJ and producer Black Coffee. The song skyrocketed to success, reaching number one on Traxsource and earning both artists global recognition in the house music scene.

ROBIN FASSIE

Robin Fassie is a South African jazz trumpeter, composer and scholar whose artistry is shaped by deep musical lineage and adventurous improvisation. His relationship with sound began in marching bands at the age of 16 and was further grounded in the Kaapse Klopse tradition, where brass, rhythm and communal storytelling intersect.

He went on to study music at the University of Cape Town and in Norway, refining a bright, brassy and soulful trumpet style that moves fluidly between jazz, spiritual expression and contemporary forms. In 2023, Robin released his debut album Intwasa: The Becoming, marking a significant moment in his evolution as a composer and bandleader.
Robin has performed and recorded with artists including Nduduzo Makhathini, Black Coffee, Thandiswa Mazwai and Msaki, and was featured on Black Coffee’s Grammy-winning album. He also leads the electronic trio ИLite (Enlight), expanding his practice across genres and technologies.

A regular presence on major stages such as the Cape Town International Jazz Festival, Robin Fassie’s work reflects a balance of technical fluency, emotive storytelling and strong stage presence. He currently teaches music in Johannesburg while maintaining an active performance practice rooted in legacy and the present tense of live music.