Pretoria, South Africa — September 2025
The drums are calling, the beat is alive, and the wilderness is waiting. South Africa’s iconic house duo Black Motion is set to ignite the Lion & Safari Park with their legendary music and lifestyle showcase, Friends of Black Motion (FOBM), on Friday, 20 September 2025.
This year’s edition carries special weight, as it doubles as a celebration of the group’s quadruple nomination at SAMA31, where they are contenders for Best Dance Album, Best Collaboration, Best Produced Album, and Best Engineered Album.
A Milestone Worth Celebrating
For Black Motion, the nominations represent more than accolades. They are milestones on a journey of reinvention and resilience.
“We started rebranding three years ago, and now we’ve been rewarded with four nominations,” the duo shared. “This is a nod to our music. We work hard and put Friends of Black Motion first. It’s the movement that ensures we innovate and keep dance floors ablaze. For us, we’re already winners – and that’s what this celebration is about.”
The date change from earlier in the year to 20 September was sparked by this recognition. Instead of celebrating quietly, the group made a bold choice: to turn their triumph into a shared victory with the fans who have carried them through their evolution.
More Than a Festival – A Cultural Movement
Since its inception, Friends of Black Motion has been more than an event. It is a cultural movement – a space where the rhythms of Africa meet the electricity of the global dance floor. Each edition has served as a playground for collaboration, a platform where emerging talent meets seasoned icons, and a showcase of artistry that is as daring as it is unforgettable.
This year promises nothing less. Against the backdrop of the Cradle of Humankind, revellers will experience an immersive fusion of wildlife, culture, and sound. The natural landscape of the Lion & Safari Park will transform into a living, breathing stage where the untamed spirit of nature collides with the pulse of African dance music.
What to Expect
Fans can look forward to a curated lineup blending tomorrow’s stars with today’s industry giants. Each performance has been handpicked to capture the essence of FOBM: innovation, excellence, and pure joy.
The magic of the night lies in its fusion: the roar of the wild with the heartbeat of drums, the celebration of heritage with the thrill of modern soundscapes. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime convergence, where the boundary between concert and cultural ritual disappears.
Ticketing & Access
- Date: Friday, 20 September 2025
- Venue: Lion & Safari Park, Cradle of Humankind, North West Province
- Tickets: All tickets purchased for the original date remain valid for the new date.
- Info & Bookings: Quicket Event Page
Friends of Black Motion has never been just about the music – it has always been about unity, rhythm, and the collective joy of a people who know how to celebrate life. This year, with the SAMA31 nominations in hand, the duo’s message is clear: this victory belongs to all of us
