Fête de la Musique, one of Johannesburg’s most anticipated music festivals, announces its exciting lineup of headlining acts for the 2023
edition. Taking place on the 24th of June at Newtown Junction, in Johannesburg, this year’s festival promises an unforgettable celebration of
local music and culture for everyone. The French Institute of South Africa is excited to bring this event back for its 12th year with the support
of TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa, Newtown Junction and SAMRO.
Following the announcement of the 20 supporting performers, the 2023 headlining acts for Fête de la Musique Newtown Junction
Johannesburg are sure to dazzle:

Playing at Newtown Junction, Simmy is an exciting addition to the lineup. Her music blends elements of electronic dance music, neo-soul,
and experimental pop. Simmy’s heartfelt lyrics and smooth melodies have earned her widespread acclaim, describing her music as
“nostalgic in a sense that is relevant, energizing with societal undertones ”
Also performing at Newtown Junction, Musa Mashiane will bring a unique sound experience of Afro-soul, traditional African, soulful R&B,
jazz, blues and a strong texture of Afro-melodies. He pulls his inspiration from international singers like Victor Ntoni, Oumou Sangare, Stevie Wonder and Bobby McFerrin, but delivers it with a truly original African signature.

The Newtown Junction line-up is:
Newtown Junction – Piazza
● Simmy – 17h00
● LUUKHANYO – 15h00
● The Charles Géne Suite – 13h00
● Sfiso Atomza – 11h00
Newtown Junction – Ampd Studio Stage
● Musa Mashiane – 16h00
● uKhoiKhoi – 14h00
● The Cooligans – 12h00
Newtown Junction – Railway Line Stage
● ThuliThulz – 16h00
● SHAKES – 14h00
● MazwiDaDj – 12h00
● SweeterBrown – 11h00
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By partnering with Bassline Live, Newtown Junction, Victoria Yards, and the Alliance Française in Johannesburg, the festival hopes to
increase accessibility with a wide range of locations and musical acts to choose from.
Fête de la Musique is free to all! Join us on June 24th, 2023 for a musical feast for everyone.

About Newtown Junction
Newtown Junction, The Mall That Celebrates African Culture, is in Johannesburg’s inner city and forms part of the city’s cultural and creative
hub. The Newtown district houses theaters, art galleries, museums, restaurants, craft markets, clubs and cafés which all beautifully
complement the mall’s vibrant atmosphere. Newtown Junction is home to many stores that include fashion, food, and so much more, with
unique offerings that include a City Lodge hotel, Soweto’s Finest dance studio, Newtown City, home to a variety of proudly South African
brands and a production studio, AMPD Studios. AMPD Studios is a world-class radio and music recording studio designed to help build a
powerful infrastructure for the entertainment industry which makes it a powerful networking space for creative artists and entrepreneurs.

About Fête de la Musique
The Fête de la Musique (or World Music Day) is a popular and free music festival that has been taking place each year in France for over 40
years, internationally and was established in South Africa in 2010. Many local and international artists have taken part in the event
throughout the years and contributed to its success, including Samthing Soweto, Msaki, Nakhane, Zoe Modiga, BLK JKS, Urban Village,
BCUC, Berita, Bänz Oester and the Rainmakers and Bombshelter Beast.

About The French Institute of South Africa (IFAS)
Attached to the Embassy of France in South Africa, Lesotho and Malawi, the French Institute of South Africa (IFAS) strives to strengthen the
bond between France and South Africa by supporting innovative cultural, audiovisual, academic, educational and linguistic
initiatives. Throughout the year, the Institute supports artistic, cultural and festival events and programmes all over the country and offers a
platform for cooperation in these areas. Another objective is to encourage cultural diversity and creative exchanges between South
Africa, France and the rest of the African continent.

About TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa
Established in 1954, TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa (Pty) Ltd is 50.1% owned by France-based company TotalEnergies. TotalEnergies
Marketing South Africa (Pty) Ltd is an integral part of, and plays a significant role in, the international, world-class TotalEnergies. This means
that our affiliate benefits from shared access to internationally acclaimed best practices, technological expertise and top-flight business
innovations. TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa (Pty) Ltd has been awarded a Level One Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment
(B-BBEE) rating according to the B-BBEE Codes of Good Practice for three consecutive years. We are proud of this milestone and thank our
employees, partners, suppliers and stakeholders. TotalEnergies in South Africa is committed to transformation and growth.