Starbucks plays stage to music artists

Starbucks® plays stage to music artists

 

 

·         Starbucks hosts SAMA nominee TRESOR at a live music session on 29 May from 12h00 – 14h00

·         Song writer and recording artist, Berita joins TRESOR on stage

Johannesburg, 23 May 2016 - Coffee and music lovers are in for a treat as Starbucks hosts a live music session on 29 May at their store in Rosebank.

Headlining the live session is four-time South African Music Awards nominee, TRESOR joined by songwriter and guitarist, Berita.

 

According to Starbucks Managing Executive, Andrew Massey, “We speak about Starbucks being the “third place” - a place that encourages connections, brings the community closer, and allows us to showcase young talent. We are proud to have TRESOR and Berita perform for our customers.”

 

TRESOR (French for "treasure" and pronounced "Trezor"), born Mukengerwa TRESOR Riziki is a DRC born Multiple Platinum Selling singer-songwriter and producer responsible for tracks like “Never let me go” and “Mount Everest” featuring AKA  which held the #1 spot in Italy.TRESOR had three singles in the Airplay Top 100 Chart at the same time.

 

He has penned and collaborated with some of SA’s bestselling artists including the singing sensation ZAHARA on a Lingala ballad called 'Limbisa’. He will be performing all these songs and special newly released work including “Cachet” featuring The Soil. The track was released as a tribute song and customers will be treated to its first live performance.

 

Joining TRESOR is the talented Gugulethu Khumalo, better known as Berita. She has achieved astounding success as a female vocalist, songwriter, and guitarist, at the age of 24. The Zimbabwean born songstress made her stamp when the main single ‘Thandolwethu’ from her debut album, enjoyed success on the South African music charts. Berita will be performing hits from her debut and sophomore album as well exclusive new material.

 

“This event is the start of our journey to redefine the meaning of ‘neighbourhood’ and our contribution to the vibrant and dynamic Rosebank district,” Massey concludes.

Starbucks is located at Cnr Craddock and Tyrwhitt Avenue, Rosebank. For more information on the event, follow Starbucks on Twitter@Starbucks_SA and Instagram on Starbucks_SA .