South African Popular Music

"South African Popular Music" by Lior Phillips, narrated by Megan Gage, explores the rich and diverse history of South Africa’s music, from the soulful mbube harmonies of the 1940s to the vibrant electronic scenes of recent decades. The book highlights how music has served as both a form of entertainment and a powerful tool for social and political expression during challenging times, including the apartheid era. Through vivid vignettes, it reveals how artists used their craft to unite, resist, and inspire in a country with numerous languages and complex social dynamics.