NPR Music's Tiny Desk concert series recently featured a performance by the renowned South African DJ and record producer, Black Coffee. Known for his electrifying DJ sets and AfroHouse anthems that usually ignite dancefloors worldwide, Black Coffee brought a unique twist to his Tiny Desk (home) concert by incorporating live instrumentation. Born Nkosinathi Innocent Maphumulo, Black Coffee has received numerous accolades in his career, including eight South African Music Awards, four DJ Awards, and a Grammy Award for Best Dance/Electronic Album.

Black Coffee's career dates back to 1994, but it was his participation in the 2004 Red Bull Music Academy that catapulted him to fame. In 2005, he founded his record label, Soulistic Music, through which he released his debut self-titled album, blending R&B and jazz elements. With a total of nine studio albums under his belt, Black Coffee's Tiny Desk performance showcased his musical prowess in a more intimate setting, highlighting his versatility and talent beyond the typical dancefloor environment.