Cape Towns electronic music scene has long existed in conversation with jazz, even when the connection isnt immediately obvious. This weekend, that connection comes full circle as CPT-born producer DJ Dwson steps onto the stage at the Cape Town International Jazz Festival.
The booking carries a weight for Dwson, real name Ashwin Julies, that goes beyond another festival appearance.
Ive been wanting to attend for the longest time, he says. Everything stems from jazz music for me, so its a full-circle moment.
