Few musicians have left a mark on South African culture quite like Abdullah Ibrahim.
South African jazz lost one of its greatest voices when Abdullah Ibrahim died on Monday, June 15, at the age of 91.
The pianist, composer and cultural icon spent decades creating music that spoke of home, exile, faith and freedom.
Born Adolph Johannes Brand and known for many years as Dollar Brand, Ibrahim became one of the country's most influential musicians, carrying the sounds of Cape Town's townships to audiences around the world.
For those looking to understand the man behind classics such as “Mannenberg”, several books offer insight into his life, music and the political landscape that shaped his work.
