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NOMFUSI

SOUTH AFRICA


..her live shows - simply irresistible!
— Sueddeutsche Zeitung

NOMFUSI

  • Township Rhythms, Maskandi, Afro Pop & Soul, Sophiatown.

  • Territory: Worldwide

With her gigantic voice and tons of charm, sheer will, and determination, Nomfusi has risen from the squalor of South African squatter camps to glisten on the stages of the world. With her big voice and world-class range, she is conquering audiences around the world.

A promising show & music, reviving the spirit and soul of Sophiatown sound!

Nomfusi can take you to a place where music becomes much more than what we hear. She can touch your soul by letting down her own guards and just singing from the heart...pure gold.

With 'The Red Stoep Experience' tour, Nomfusi returns to her South African roots and presents a mature side of her musical journey. Driven by the deep desire to tell her personal township story of growing up in her mother's tiny shack in KwaZakhele, the album takes listeners on a walk through her childhood memories - everyday stories of township life influenced by her mother's spirituality as a 'Sangoma' (a traditional healer), and the harsh reality of single motherhood in the Eastern Cape province.

Social injustices and gender-based violence against women are important issues for Nomfusi, and she explores them in stark detail on songs like 'Nomanhamle.' Through her musical activism, Nomfusi aims to raise global awareness for better protection of vulnerable populations.

Musically, her new show program speaks through melodic Maskandi guitars combined with big brass arrangements and groovy South African township rhythms. The colorful array of genres on the album includes soulful ballads with a hint of gospel and several jazzy, danceable Afropop songs.

With her gigantic voice and tons of charm, sheer will, and determination, she has risen from the squalor of South African squatter camps to glisten on stages around the world. With her big voice and world-class range, Nomfusi is conquering audiences worldwide and has shared stages with big stars like Angelique Kidjo, Hugh Masekela, and Lionel Richie.

Nomfusi's life story was described in Rolling Stone South Africa as 'the sort of story Hollywood is bound to snap up.' She was born in the township of KwaZhakele in the Eastern Cape. Her single mother raised her while her father languished in jail for 21 years. A domestic worker by day, Kwazibani was a sangoma (African medicine woman) with a gift for music. Nomfusi would accompany her mother to the weekly sangoma rituals ('Intlombe') where Nomfusi would develop her musicality by dancing and singing for hours.

Not one to just stand behind a microphone and sing, the self-taught singer and songwriter has become well-known for her untamed stage performances all over the world. After a mere six years in the industry, Afro-soul star Nomfusi has become one of South Africa's most sought-after export products, with over twenty international tours under her belt.


Her fusion of authentic township music, soul, gospel and a brilliant Afropop is overwhelming. Nomfusi hit the jackpot with “The Red Stoep”, a singer with immense qualities.
— Concerto, AT

The new generation Miriam Makeba brought South African flair to Remise Bludenz: Nomfusi inspires with concentrated energy and vocal power
— Vol.at

VIDEOS.

HIGHLIGHTS.

  • 20 Years of Democracy of South Africa — Honor concert in Brussels together with Hugh Masekela.

  • Starring as Miriam Makeba in the 2014 film "Long Walk to Freedom.”

  • Opening act for Lionel Richie at the 2015 Stimmen Festival in Germany.

  • Nomination for “Best Music Video” for “Nontsokolo” at The 17th South African Music Awards (SAMA).

  • SAMA and METRO FM nominations for “Take Me Home” album.

  • Shared stages with Angelique Kidjo, Dorothy Masuka, Sibongile Khumalo, Lionel Richie, and Hugh Masekela.

DISCOGRAPHY.

MORE INFO.

  • 5 Musicians

    1 Crew

  • World

  • Info: EPK | Rider | Interactive EPK

    Web: Official Website | Facebook | Instagram

    Sound: Spotify | Youtube

Booking

Management & Booking: Stefanie Schumann

Email: team@delicioustunes.com