Bongeziwe Mabandla’s upcoming solo performance at Untitled Basement has officially sold out — in just three days. A testament to the quiet power and resonance of his music, the swift sell-out speaks to the deep connection listeners feel with his work. On April 28, 2025, Bongeziwe will take the stage at Untitled Basement, Johannesburg, for […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla is one of the faces of Adidas Originals’ new campaign — a celebration of individuality and creative spirit. His tagline? “It just takes one to build crowds instead of joining them.” Joining fellow South African artists Focalistic, Doowap, and Shekhinah, Bongeziwe brings his distinct energy to a campaign that’s hitting billboards and screens […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla, is set to light up the Cape Town International Jazz Festival on April 26th, 2025. As one of Africa’s biggest music gatherings, this festival celebrates jazz in all its forms and has welcomed some of the world’s most revered artists. Bongeziwe follows in the footsteps of fellow Black Major artist Bokani Dyer, who […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla has never been one to merely walk through the motions of music; he lives within each lyric, each performance, and every journey in between. Now, the award-winning enigmatic spirit of African soul invites fans to step behind the scenes of his acclaimed amaXesha Tour with a newly released documentary film capturing not just […]
With its lush textures and heartfelt storytelling, amaXesha explored the vastness of time, culture and love through Mabandla’s distinctive sound, combining folk roots with subtle electronic elements. Read full article here.
The wait is over—Bongeziwe Mabandla’s exclusive amaXesha merch collection is now available for purchase online. This carefully curated selection features a range of beautifully crafted pieces that celebrate the spirit of amaXesha, with contributions from some of South Africa’s most exciting designers. Shop the Collection: AmaXesha Tour x Nao Serati Vest AmaXesha Necklace iimini CD […]
Released on February 7, 2025, amaXesha REMIXES has already garnered significant acclaim, securing over 40 editorial playlist placements. This collection reimagines fan favorites from Bongeziwe Mabandla’s critically acclaimed album amaXesha. The remix album features an impressive lineup of renowned local and international producers, such as Henrik Schwarz, Lemon & Herb, Ntokzin, Da Capo, Karyendasoul, and […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla’s critically acclaimed amaXesha album is evolving with the upcoming release of amaXesha REMIXES, and the first track to drop is the hlala remix by Mpho.Wav. This Afro-house reinvention of Bongeziwe’s soulful track blends the song’s poignant themes with Mpho.Wav’s signature Afro-tech rhythms in a whole new way. The hlala – Mpho.Wav Remix combines […]
South African alternative folk sensation Bongeziwe Mabandla has released a compelling visualizer accompanying a track from his critically acclaimed 2023 album, amaXesha. This follows his successful South African tour, which included multiple sold-out shows. The track delves into themes of internal conflict, with the visualizer poignantly capturing its introspective and melancholic essence. Notably, this visual […]
South Africa’s soulful luminary Bongeziwe Mabandla is set to return to his homeland’s stages, bringing with him the immersive experience of his latest album, amaXesha. Known as the “enigmatic spirit of African Soul,” Mabandla has become one of the most revered figures in African music, blending the intimacy of folk with the power of Xhosa lyricism. […]
