Whitney also performed in Cape Town and Joburg in 1994, but it was the Durban performance that attracted the most crowds.
Amid the euphoria of South Africa's newly established democracy, American singer Whitney Houston became one of the first major international artists to perform in post-apartheid South Africa in 1994.
Thirty years after Whitney wowed crowds at Durban's Kings Park Stadium in a previously unreleased documentary, South Africans and the rest of the world will be able to watch this historic performance. Whitney Houston: Concert for a new South Africa.
“I instructed her [Whitney] I have attended several times and the Durban show was pure magic and the best performance I have ever seen. We're so excited that the world can finally experience that special, special night,” said Producer and Director Marty Kohlner.
The performance was seen as a celebration of freedom, hope and unity following the African National Congress's electoral victory.
Although the performance took place only a few months later, Whitney won Album of the Year. bodyguard Grammy Awards soundtrack.
Whitney also performed in Cape Town and Joburg during the tour, but it was her performance in Durban that drew the crowd.
Cinema outlet Star Kinecor has announced that it will screen a live performance documentary for two days only. October 23 and 27, 2024.
Digitally remastered in 4K and with newly enhanced audio, this film captures every note, every cheer, and every tear, immortalizing a night that transcended music and became a beacon of change and celebration. did.
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Concert for a new South Africa (Durban) The performance will take place on November 8th, 30 years since she last performed at King's Park Stadium in the city.
The performance featured a selection of her hit songs, spanning over 10 minutes. i will always love you, I save all my love for youand I want to dance with someone.
The album will be available not only on CD and vinyl, but also digitally. Each release includes a slightly different tracklist. CD and digital versions include unreleased studio recordings. love is.
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The release of Whitney's performance in South Africa follows filmmaker Martin Scorsese's new documentary for Disney+, which tells the story of iconic British band The Beatles' first visit to the United States in 1964.
Disney+ will also feature the Elton John documentary “ Elton John: It's never too late It follows Sir Elton on this emotional, intimate and uplifting full-circle journey as he reflects on his life and the incredible early years of his 50-year career.
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