Multi-platinum-selling R&B star Mario is set to headline the inaugural We Love R&B Concert Experience in Pretoria, South Africa. The concert, presented by Remoakantse Holdings, will take place at the SunBet Arena at Time Square, Menlyn, on Saturday, May 22, 2027. Mario, a two-time Grammy nominee, has enjoyed a career spanning more than two decades and is one of R&B's most recognizable voices.
Mario shot to international fame with the chart-topping hit Let Me Love You and has since delivered a string of fan favorites, including Just a Friend 2002, How Do I Breathe, Crying Out for Me, and Music for Love. He will share the stage with previously announced acts Dru Hill and Silk, known for hits such as In My Bed, Never Make a Promise, These Are the Times, Freak Me, and Meeting in My Bedroom.
Remoakantse Holdings managing director Thabiso Mogashwa expressed excitement about the addition of Mario to the lineup, stating that it completes what the organizers believe will be a memorable R&B experience for South African fans. Mogashwa said, "We said there was another major announcement coming, and we are thrilled that we can finally share it. Mario is an incredible artist with a catalogue that has travelled across generations."
The We Love R&B Concert Experience promises an evening of nostalgia, live performances, and some of the genre's most recognizable sounds. With Mario, Dru Hill, and Silk confirmed for the lineup, fans can expect to sing along to timeless R&B favorites. The concert aims to bring together multi-platinum-selling artists whose music people know, love, and have grown up with.
According to Mogashwa, the organizers are incredibly excited to bring these artists together on one stage and give South African fans the opportunity to experience these songs live. This is expected to be a very special night, with tickets available exclusively via Webtickets and at Pick n Pay outlets nationwide.
The addition of Mario to the lineup was highly anticipated, with fans and organizers alike looking forward to a memorable night of R&B music. The concert will feature a night of nostalgic hits and timeless R&B favorites, making it a must-attend event for fans of the genre.
The We Love R&B Concert Experience is set to be a highlight of the South African music calendar, with Mario, Dru Hill, and Silk bringing their unique sounds to the stage. Fans can expect an unforgettable night of music, nostalgia, and entertainment.
Key points
- The concert will take place at the SunBet Arena at Time Square, Menlyn, on Saturday, May 22, 2027.
- Mario is a two-time Grammy nominee with a career spanning more than two decades.
- The concert will feature a lineup of multi-platinum-selling artists, including Dru Hill and Silk.
