Based: Johannesburg
Wandile Mbambeni is a talented and dynamic performer, renowned for his soulful and high-energy live shows. With a deep commitment to the philosophy of “three chords and the truth, ” his music is a powerful blend of African folk and country soul, creating a unique and captivating sound that resonates with audiences worldwide.
His much-anticipated single, “I Don’t Regret It,” debuted at #1 on the iTunes Blues Top 100 Chart in South Africa, Swaziland, and Malawi, holding the top spot in South Africa for 4 consecutive days, further solidifying his rising prominence in the industry. He has performed at prestigious festivals such as Rocking The Daisies, Up The Creek, and Lake of Stars, captivating diverse audiences with his emotive
and authentic performance style. Wandile has shared stages with renowned international acts including Snoh Aalegra, PJ Morton, Milky Chance, and Xavier Rudd, and has toured with Grammy-nominated artist Tamia and UK sensation JP Cooper. His international career reached new heights when he was featured on Apple TV’s My Kind of Country in Nashville, alongside country music icons Mickey Guyton, Orville Peck, and Adam Blackstone.
With a growing reputation for delivering immersive, soulful performances, Wandile Mbambeni is a versatile artist poised to make a lasting impact on the global music scene.
- Toured with Tamia on her national tour in 2019.
- Toured with JP Cooper on his national tour in 2023.
- Played in Lubumbashi & Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo in 2018.
- Shared the stage with Lira on her ‘Be ABOUT IT’ tour in 2018.
- Selected by EU & Music In Africa to present art in performance in Poland, Gydnia, and Gdansk in 2023.
- Featured on Apple TV’s My Kind of Country show in Nashville, Tennessee in 2023.
- Shared the stage with Xavier Rudd and Milky Chance in 2024.
Participated in various festivals, including:
- Rocking The Daisies (2016, 2024)
- Lake of Stars in Malawi (2019)
- Up The Creek festival (2024)
- Songs of Freedom festival (2024)
