Forty years of fire: Sipho ‘Hotstix’ Mabuse ignites Cape Town Jazz Fest
The Mail & Guardian | 04.04.2026 01:33
A sea of people moved in perfect unison, locked into the rhythmic glide of the popular “Electric-slide”. The dance is known affectionately across South Africa as the “Step”, “Codesa” or “Bus”. The vibrant crowd are dancing to Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse’s timeless anthem, Burn Out. Even in 2026, this early 80s crossover hit remains a force of nature, pulling fans of all generations into a synchronised sway at the Cape Town International Jazz Festival (CTIJF).
