The BAT Centre will celebrate the life and achievements of popular Durban musician Ismael “GTX” Xaba at a special benefit concert in the BAT Hall on May 13 from 13h00.

Staged to raise funds for Xaba's family, the concert will feature Sipho Gumede, Iva, the Brian Thusi Septet, Wake Mahlobo and Zakhele, Marius and his Afro-fusion outfit Home Cooking, and many more of KZN's finest musicians, all of whom are donating their time and talents.

Xaba, who died on April 15 at the age of 44, left seven children.

Tickets R25 at the door. More details from the BAT Centre on (031) 332-0451.