Johnny Wxlf

Bio

Johnny Wxlf is a visionary artist, producer, and leader of The Johnny Wxlf Experience, a dynamic 6-piece band redefining contemporary Afrocentric music. With a passion for storytelling through sound, Johnny Wxlf explores themes of identity, spirituality, and pan-African ideals, blending genres like jazz, Bossa Nova, Afrobeat, and blues. His acclaimed album, Holy Water Blues, has captured widespread attention, showcasing his ability to merge tradition with innovation.

Artistic Vision

Through his music, Johnny Wxlf seeks to reconnect listeners with their roots, evoking the spirit of ancient African spirituality. Inspired by ancestral wisdom and rituals, his work serves as both a celebration of African heritage and a call for unity and self-awareness within the global community.

The Johnny Wxlf Experience

The band features:

Johnny Wxlf: Lead vocals and production

Luca Radulovic: Drums

Avela Gwambeni: Percussion

Adam Selikowitz: Bass

Conor Hugo: Guitar

Together, they create an electrifying soundscape that resonates deeply with their Afrocentric identity and spiritual energy.

Career Highlights

Release of Holy Water Blues, a critically acclaimed album.

Performances at prominent Cape Town venues, including:

Gorgeous George Hotel

The Commons

Armchair Theatre

Trenchtown Band Nights

The Obscene Parrot

Style and Medium

Johnny Wxlf’s music is an intricate fusion of jazz improvisation, Afrobeat rhythms, Bossa Nova’s smooth melodies, and the soulful depth of blues. Rooted in Afrocentric ideals, his sound is both modern and timeless, reflecting a spiritual connection to the past.

ZAKimberley, South Africa
In operation since: 
2016

Contact

0659697098
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