South African house producer Black Coffee has sustained injuries following a “severe travel accident” in Argentina. A statement posted on the artist’s Instagram account on January 10 reveals that the incident occurred while he was en route to his scheduled show in Mar Del Plata, resulting in unforeseen complications.
The statement reassures fans that Black Coffee is receiving the best possible medical attention and is surrounded by a supportive family and team. To respect his privacy, the media and fans are kindly requested to show understanding and patience during this time.
Black Coffee, a Grammy-winning producer, was originally slated to perform at the nightclub Mute in Mar del Plata, a coastal city in Argentina’s Buenos Aires province. The artist’s representative has not yet responded to Billboard’s request for comment.
Despite the challenges presented by the incident, the statement concludes with optimism, noting that Black Coffee is recovering well and looks forward to returning to his fans soon. Known for his groundbreaking work in the electronic music scene, Black Coffee won the Best Dance/Electronic Music award at the 2022 Grammys for his album Subconsciously.
Born Nkosinathi Innocent Sizwe Maphumulo, he has been a significant figure in the global electronic music scene for nearly two decades, representing both house music and South Africa’s vibrant electronic scene.
