As the co-founder of Malumz on Decks, Oscar Baxx helped shape the sound of South African house music through a career that spanned music, business and community development.
South Africans are mourning the death of Oscar Baxx, born Oscar Nyathi, one half of the popular house music duo Malumz on Decks.
The musician and entrepreneur was shot and killed on Thursday, May 28, in an incident that has sent shockwaves through the local music industry.
In a statement shared by OWNiT Muzik Events and posted on the Malumz on Decks Facebook page, the team confirmed his passing and paid tribute to his life and legacy.
“It is with deep sadness that we mourn the passing of beloved DJ, producer and cultural icon Oscar Nyathi, member of Malumz on Decks,” the statement read.
