17 Apr

20:30

LantarenVenster

Otto Reuchlinweg 996, Rotterdam

South African singer-songwriter Bongeziwe Mabandla is known for his unique blend of afro-folk, soul, and electronica, and his agile voice that shifts effortlessly to a velvety falsetto.

Tue, 7 Apr 2026 20:30

TivoliVredenburg, Utrecht

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 20:30

LantarenVenster, Rotterdam

Bongeziwe Mabandla

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South African singer-songwriter Bongeziwe Mabandla stands out with his agile voice, which effortlessly shifts from low to a velvety falsetto. Based in Johannesburg, Mabandla is known for his unique blend of afro-folk, soul, and electronica. He sings primarily in Xhosa, one of the official languages of South Africa and Zimbabwe.

In his home country, he was previously nominated for the prestigious SAMA (South African Music Awards), and his music video for the song Bawo Bam was also nominated for the Capital City Black Film Awards.

At LantarenVenster, Bongeziwe Mabandla will perform music from his latest album AmaXesha (2024) and new work still in progress. AmaXesha was named 'Global Album of the Month' by The Guardian, and his 2023 COLORS session went viral worldwide. Expect an energetic concert with melancholic soundscapes, rhythmic guitar melodies, his signature vocals, and exciting synth-pop.

Bongeziwe Mabandla's work often resonates with the queer community as he explores themes of love, vulnerability, and masculinity in ways that challenge traditional norms. His music and androgynous style are seen as pushing boundaries, creating a space for universal expressions of love that are not confined by gender, which has garnered him a significant following among LGBTQ+ audiences.