{"id":18952,"date":"2026-08-17T13:13:00","date_gmt":"2026-08-17T13:13:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/interspacemusic.com\/blog\/acces-2026-first-batch-of-artists-announced\/"},"modified":"2026-08-17T13:13:00","modified_gmt":"2026-08-17T13:13:00","slug":"acces-2026-first-batch-of-artists-announced","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/interspacemusic.com\/blog\/acces-2026-first-batch-of-artists-announced\/","title":{"rendered":"ACCES 2026 First Batch of Artists Announced"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The ninth edition of <strong>ACCES<\/strong> will return to Johannesburg from 28 to 31 October 2026, with conference sessions at The Forum in Bryanston and showcase performances across the city.<\/p>\n<p>The conference programme runs on 29 and 30 October at The Forum, The Campus, in Bryanston. The expanded showcase festival and ACCES Industry Nights will take place at venues across Johannesburg from 28 to 31 October.<\/p>\n<p>ACCES brings together artists, executives and music professionals from across the continent and beyond for networking, knowledge exchange and live performances.<\/p>\n<h2>First batch of artists<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Sun-El Musician<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Sylent Nqo<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Chakires et le groupe Oulanga<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Philani Bubu<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>FimFim<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Abavuki<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Ben Pol<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Francis Soal<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Rorisang Sechele<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Mary Anibal<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>The SN Project<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>The Joy<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Giuliette Price<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Akra<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Artist profiles<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Sun-El Musician<\/strong>, born Sanele Sithole, is a South African DJ, producer and songwriter known for a melodic Afro-house sound. He rose to prominence with \u2018Akanamali\u2019, featuring Samthing Soweto, and followed with hits including \u2018Sonini\u2019 and \u2018Bamthathile\u2019. His albums Africa to the World and To the World &amp; Beyond have earned <a href=\"https:\/\/interspacemusic.com\/blog\/south-african-music-awards-2026-hle-and-kabza-de-small-lead-winners\/\">multiple awards<\/a> and platinum certifications. In 2026, he headlined Red Bull Symphonic: Afro House, Our Home in Johannesburg.<\/p>\n<p>The band led by <strong>Sylent Nqo<\/strong>, an award-winning guitarist and composer also known as the \u201cGuitar Sangoma\u201d, blends Afro-jazz, rock and indigenous Zimbabwean music. The group has appeared at <a href=\"https:\/\/interspacemusic.com\/blog\/south-africa-jazz-awards-2026-all-the-winners\/\">Standard Bank Joy of Jazz<\/a> and Hard Rock Cafe events across Southern Africa.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Chakires et le groupe Oulanga<\/strong> (R\u00e9union\/Comoros) draws on musical traditions from Comoros and Mayotte, combining jazz, reggae and m\u2019godro rhythms. The group also promotes cultural exchange through community projects and <a href=\"https:\/\/interspacemusic.com\/blog\/smashfest-summit-co-founder-mickey-shiloh-on-ai-artist-development-and-the-cost-of-real-access\/\">artist development initiatives<\/a>, with performances that balance acoustic intimacy and audience participation.<\/p>\n<p>Singer, composer and multidisciplinary artist <strong>Philani Bubu<\/strong>, billed in the initial announcement as Pilani Bubu, blends jazz, soul, funk, poetry and spoken word. Her work includes collaborations with the Maya Angelou estate on the orchestral production Hope Springing High: Still I Rise and an appearance on Cameroonian artist Blick Bassy\u2019s Bikutsi 300 album.<\/p>\n<p>Producer, rapper and singer <strong>FimFim<\/strong> has become one of Ghana\u2019s emerging alternative artists by blending hip hop, Afrobeats and local musical influences. His performances and genre-fluid approach have helped establish him within Ghana\u2019s contemporary music scene.<\/p>\n<p>Cape Town Afro-fusion outfit <strong>Abavuki<\/strong> celebrates 25 years together in 2026. Originating from Langa, the group has toured extensively across Europe and Asia, including Germany, Belgium and China. Its latest studio album, The Right Key, continues a signature blend of African rhythms and uplifting melodies.<\/p>\n<p>Award-winning Tanzanian singer <strong>Ben Pol<\/strong> is known for emotionally driven songwriting and collaborations across East Africa. His latest album, Flamingo, explores themes of love and relationships, while collaborations with Joh Makini, Wangechi, Avril and Nako have broadened his regional appeal.<\/p>\n<p>Singer, songwriter and producer <strong>Francis Soal<\/strong>, born Benjy de Kock, is known for crossing musical boundaries. His debut album, Hindsight 2020, combines progressive rock, jazz, reggae and blues, and his production credits include projects by Kujenga, Internet Athi, Kitso Seti, Sun Quintet and Nobuhle Ashanti.<\/p>\n<p>Afro-jazz vocalist <strong>Rorisang Sechele<\/strong> brings an emotionally driven performance style centred on healing, affirmation and hope. Her latest album, The Seed, explores themes of resilience and self-discovery. She has appeared at Jazz in Jozi by Concerts SA, the Basadi in Music Awards and The Express Show.<\/p>\n<p>Zimbabwean singer-songwriter <strong>Mary Anibal<\/strong> combines traditional Zimbabwean music with contemporary influences and incorporates indigenous instruments such as the mbira. She has appeared at Sauti za Busara in Zanzibar, Habari Africa Festival in Canada and MASA in C\u00f4te d&#8217;Ivoire.<\/p>\n<p>Alternative artist <strong>The SN Project<\/strong> blends R&amp;B, jazz, funk and neo-soul. His work has earned collaborations with artists including Manana, Zoe Modiga, Keorapetse William Kgositsile and Thando Zide.<\/p>\n<p>Vocal group <strong>The Joy<\/strong> rose to international attention through viral TikTok performances before appearing alongside Doja Cat at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coachella.com\">Coachella 2024<\/a> and on The Jennifer Hudson Show. Their recent single, Precious, combines Afro-soul and Afrobeats, showcasing the harmonies that have become their trademark.<\/p>\n<p>Cape Town-based jazz singer <strong>Giuliette Price<\/strong> is known for intimate, emotionally charged songwriting. Following her debut EP Rather Lie in 2024, she released Anxiously Preoccupied. She has performed at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.capetownjazzfest.com\">Cape Town International Jazz Festival<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/nationalartsfestival.co.za\">National Arts Festival<\/a> and UCT Jazz Festival.<\/p>\n<p>Alternative four-piece <strong>Akra<\/strong> combines rock with African musical influences to create what the band describes as Afro-rock. Their music reflects urban life in Accra through songs including \u2018Why You Do Me So\u2019, \u2018Alive\u2019 and \u2018Kandir\u2019. 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