Online Reporter
Online Reporter
On Saturday, March 22, the Cosmopolitan Night Club in the heart of Bulawayo will transform into a time machine, transporting revelers through the golden eras of R&B, hip-hop, reggae, house, and kwaito.
The highly anticipated Old School Club Night promises to be more than just a party—it’s a celebration of the sounds that defined generations, curated by some of the most respected selectors in the game.
The night will kick off with Joe tha OG, a DJ whose deep crate of R&B and soul classics has earned him a loyal following. Known for his ability to set the mood with silky smooth transitions, Joe will open the evening with a set dedicated to the timeless sounds of artists like Luther Vandross, Mary J. Blige, and D’Angelo. It’s the perfect warm-up, designed to ease the crowd into a night of non-stop movement and nostalgia.
Next up is Emity Smooth, a selector with a reputation for blending 90s R&B and hip-hop into a seamless, high-energy mix. Expect to hear the soulful crooning of Aaliyah, the gritty beats of Nas, and the infectious hooks of TLC. Emity’s set is a tribute to an era when music was raw, emotional, and unapologetically real—a time when every track told a story.
But the journey doesn’t stop there. Joe tha OG will return to the decks, this time shifting gears to deliver a 90s ragga and house set. Think Beenie Man’s dancehall anthems, Robin S’s house classics, and the kind of basslines that make it impossible to stand still. This segment of the night is guaranteed to turn the dance floor into a sweaty, euphoric mess, as the crowd relives the heyday of 90s club culture.
Emity Smooth will then take the reins once more, this time guiding the audience into the 2000s. This set will highlight the era when R&B and hip-hop began to merge more seamlessly, producing chart-topping hits that dominated airwaves and playlists alike. From Usher’s “Yeah!” to Missy Elliott’s “Get Ur Freak On,” this part of the night will be a high-energy throwback to the early aughts, when the clubs were ruled by infectious hooks and irresistible grooves.
Finally, Babongile Sikhonjwa will close out the night with a set that brings a global flavor to the Cosmopolitan Night Club. Babongile is a master of kwaito—a genre born in the townships of Johannesburg in the 1990s—and old-school house. His set will be a vibrant fusion of rhythms, featuring tracks like Mandoza’s “Nkalakatha” and Oskido’s “Tsa Mandebele,” alongside classic house anthems that will keep the energy alive until the early hours of the morning.
The Old School Club Night is more than just a lineup of talented DJs; it’s a celebration of the music that has shaped lives and defined eras. On this night, the Cosmopolitan Night Club will become a sanctuary for those who crave the sounds of the past, delivered with the energy of the present. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of 90s R&B, a house music enthusiast, or simply someone who loves to dance, this is an event you won’t want to miss.
So mark your calendars for March 22, dust off your dancing shoes, and get ready to step back in time. The Old School Club Night is here to remind everyone why we fell in love with music in the first place.
