In deeply heated clash that saw 12 participants in each team perform 3 songs each, team Hip- Hop were crowned the eventual winners on the day with 1472 points ahead of team Maskandi who ended their campaign on 1200 points.
"Firstly we'd like to thank everyone who showed up and made the first annual Maskandi meets Hip-hop Festival a success. The performers were amazing, we saw some real talent and growth," said Kusasalethu Ngalo, Director of IN.TYM.
There was stalemate for the much coveted man of the match individual award. Abathembu from the Maskandi camp and Gambu of team Hip-Hop, each finished on 183 points respectively and Received a voucher from the Uvongo Music Shop.
"We saw an opportunity to make the most of Heritage Month, as we fused our passion for all things art along with our passion for the South Coast. By providing a platform for the local artist, albeit small, we seek to grow fellowship and create a hub for the local artists. We are truly grateful to the likes of Ray Nkonyeni Municipality's Arts and Culture Department and the Uvongo Music Shop," Ngalo said.
According to IN.TYM assistant director Blessing Tanje, all South Coast residents need not worry for having missed the event, as IN.TYM’s bi-weekly Open Mic Sessions held at Zuri Beach offer up just as much entertainment on a regular basis. "We did have an open mic session on the same day as the event, however our bi-weekly Open Mic Sessions are where it's at and is open to the public free off charge. We invite all locals to come by and enjoy a night of arts as we help grow the talented local artists," said Tanje.
