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African Music Artists at RadioSparx

African Music Artists
Discover the top artists for this genre below!

African Music Artists at RadioSparx
	Andy Schofield UK Composer Andy Schofield creates instrumental and vocal music in a variety of genres, including Action, Classical, New Age, Dramatic, Orchestral, Rock, African, and World Music. His music is featured in an array of industries, including Fashion and Cosmetics, Technology, Car Dealers, Mobile Phones, Furniture, Finance, iPhone Games, Comedy, Game Shows, and TV Features and Commercials in Belgium, Australia, Turkey, and the US. Andy's eclectic contemporary music will add true quality to your next TV, Film, Documentary, or Corporate project.

	Alec Makinson British Composer Alec Makinson has been creating compelling original music for media for over 25 years. His growing work of over 2,300 tracks includes Corporate, Christmas, Dramatic cues, Exotic World Beat, Children's tracks, Documentaries, TV/Radio commercials, jingles, and stage productions. Alec’s compositions enjoy a wide range of major clients, including USA National Cable TV, BBC Radio 1, BBC 1 Television, BBC 2, ITV, Channel 4, Sky, National TV ads in the UK, and many others worldwide.

	Really Free Music Really Free Music has had music appear in over 500 albums worldwide, and numerous Films, TV and multimedia projects, with clients spanning the globe. Owned and run by UK composer Peter Wheeler, his own composing credits include worldwide commercial album releases, Films, and many TV shows (UK, US, ABC, Disney, C4, C5, MTV, etc). Really Free Music also specializes in World music and other niche genres - from Sea Shanties to Ambient Trip Hop to African Choirs.

	Akela Sun Akela Sun is the project name of veteran composer Guido Negraszus (Australia). Akela Sun offers 580+ media production tracks for clients who are in need of professional background music for Film, TV, documentaries, advertising and branding projects, YouTube videos, photo slideshows, video games, and so much more. Choose from action-rich trailers, emotional Hollywood-style orchestral themes, inspirational World music, super cool chill-out, and atmospheric ambient themes. "Akela" is the Germanic / Hawaiian meaning for graceful and noble...

	Music Candy Award-winning Production Music Library, Music Candy has spent many years at the top of its field writing music for companies such as Mercedes Benz, Audi, Samsung, and American Apparel, and for TV and Radio Channels such as BBC Television and Radio, CBS, NBC, MTV, Bravo, E-Channel, Discovery Channel, National Geographic, Virgin Media and many, many more. Music Candy is a powerful resource for hot new talent, bringing us young, cutting-edge composers at the peak of their powers, while uncovering and showcasing the best talent in their respective fields.

	Michael Keck Manhattan Composer Michael Keck has a passion for theatre and film, working in numerous genres, including World Music. His compositions abound in theatrical productions around the world, including The Kennedy Center, Mark Taper Forum, Arena Stage, The Oregon Shakespeare Festival, The Barbican Center, and Bristol Old Vic. Michael appears in Film and TV: 43 Days, Seeing Art, Peoples Of America, African Americans of Achievement, and Holidays For Children. Excelling in African, Middle-Eastern and Jewish music, Michael's tracks are always lyrical and memorable.

	Ferenc Hegedus Hungarian Composer Ferenc Hegedus is a highly talented and multi-skilled musician, producer and guitar, piano and keyboard player. His main influences are from Classical music and Progressive Rock (especially Jordan Rudess of Dream Theater). Ferenc has been composing music for the past year or so, and has already shown an exciting originality in many different styles and genres, including acoustic guitar solos, dramatic themes, orchestral backgrounds, TV themes, Techno, Dance and Rock music.

	Andy L UK Composer, Producer and Songwriter Andy L specializes in music for Film, TV and Commercials. His credits include Number One Girl (2005 movie starring Vinnie Jones), Medium (American TV series), Rock Revolution (Nintendo Wii), Tele Journal (CBC TV, Canada), Star Search (Rysher Entertainment), Edit 5 (ITV), Disney Grooves (Nintendo Wii), and Look North (BBC1). Andy L also won the 2002 UK Songwriting Contest, and he's currently writing material for Konami Games in Japan for the successful DDR series of computer games for Wii and PlayStation.

	Abbas Premjee (LP) Based in California, Abbas Premjee LP completed his Bachelor's degree in Music Theory and Composition from Loyola Marymount University and then his Master's degree in Classical Guitar from SMU. His music covers all genres from Rock and Jazz to Classical and World and has often been featured in commercials, films, and TV shows, with clients including Coca-Cola, Top Gear (BBC), Undercover Boss (CBS), and Saturday Night Live (NBC). Abbas’ diverse catalog of music currently stands at over 1,000 amazing tracks and is steadily growing.

	Arpad Zsolt Domahidi Arpad Zsolt Domahidi is a talented Hungarian composer, producer, songwriter, and engineer currently based in France. Educated in orchestration, arrangement, recording, mixing, and mastering, he works in genres from Electro, Electronica, and Dance to Dramatic, Classical, Hip Hop, and Soul. From grungy Industrial to Disco, House, and New Age meditation music, Arpad is a bright star in the music biz, and his dynamic music and unique sounds are in high demand for film soundtracks, games, commercials, and corporate branding.

	Yinguica This is Marrabenta, played until the strings break! A dash of exotic and exciting heady spirit of Mozambique's nightlife. A mixture of Shangaan, Ronga and Portuguese folk music, Marrabenta is music from the beautiful country of Mozambique, situated on the African east coast. A Portuguese colony from 1498 to 1975, its music reflects many culture and also reflects the struggle for independence and the ravages of a long war. It portrays the many faces of this beautiful country, from its spectacular coastline on the Indian Ocean, to its rugged mountains and countryside.

	Julian Scott Julian Scott is an international composer working on film, media, theatre, dance and major events. His work ranges from symphonic compositions to contemporary beats. Projects include the Royal Premiered movie "The Troop" and the Opening Ceremony of the Athens Olympic Games. Julian's music has been featured across the globe on hundreds of major TV networks including Oprah Winfrey, American Idol, BBC, Discovery, CNN, and NBC. In addition, Julian is much in demand for his experimental work producing music and soundscapes for art installations and permanent structures.

	Bobby Cole Bobby Cole is the edgy musician, producer and engineer behind several artists on our site, including "House of Horror" and "Christmas Music." This talented and prolific composer works out of his studio in West London UK, and creates music in a variety of styles -- his favorite being Horror and Thriller music. Bobby's spooky, creepy Augment My Horror and Dark Alleyway can add the psycho factor guaranteed to make kids all over the world line up to buy those movie tickets, while their parents cringe in protest but later rent the DVD.

	Insingizi Insingizi are a vocal group from Zimbabwe, presenting beautiful and harmonious songs, a cappella or accompanied with African drums, in a rich vocal style, called Mbube (latterly made famous by Ladysmith Black Mambazo). In a world where the hype of western music appears to be stifling the growth of traditional African music, Insingizi assert that African music holds its own. The songs are presented in their native Ndebele language.

	Afrika - Artists of Ethiopia Afrika - Artists of Ethiopia, a stellar group of artists with a label that includes Pop, Rock, Jazz, Reggae and Traditional music from Ethiopia. Cultivating on high impact emotions in all genres gives music producers a wide variety within each category. Joy, tenderness, energy and drama exudes from the music created. Most of the songs are sung in Amharic, appealing directly to any Ethiopia-Themed Production. Africa - Artists of Ethiopia is music composed, arranged and produced by Teferi Abay.

	Geoffrey Wilson Washington artist Geoffrey Wilson has worked extensively as a session musician, musical director, composer, and producer. With an impressive list of credits including NBC Universal, NBC Sports, CBC, National Geographic (Ron Howard & Brian Grazer), Channel 4, Oxygen, H2, Spike, Pivot, E!, Esquire Network, VH1, MTV, REELZ, Animal Planet, and many others. Geoffrey’s music has been used extensively in corporate ads, feature films, and documentaries.

	Blessings Nqo Blessings Nqo, a member of the successful vocal group Insingizi, presents a unique fusion of traditional a cappella songs and Gospel tunes from Southern Africa accompanied with djembes, rattles, keyboards, guitar, bass & In the tradition of Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Blessings and his fellow musicians show the strength and enchantment of African Mbube.

	Amazing Music Amazing Music is a premier music collective from California generating hit after hit via the songs of many artists, singers, songwriters, bands, and composers. Their high quality composer catalogs online here present a brilliantly diverse set of styles and genres - Drama, Action, Rock, Quirky, Acoustic, Epic, Sci Fi - perfect for all new media, film, and TV. Placements include Disney's PROM soundtrack, True Blood, The Borgias trailers, M. Night's The Happening, The Princess and the Frog, Courtney & Khloe Take Miami, All My Children, One Tree Hill, Brotherhood, ESPN, and more.

	Davinia Leonne Davinia Leonne has worked on many new age projects and films dealing with esoteric and medical themes, wellness and massage, erotic and sportclips - for travel & wellness companies, TV Channels and DVD Productions. She wrote music for Germany's famous Yoga Teacher Inga Stendel and Qi-Gong Master Petra Hinterthür. The Mystic Path was her first album, and her new Yoga CD is appearing on Soulfruit Connection. Davinia studies music in Berlin, where her music has appeared in many productions, from Camäleon, Busch Production, Filmhaus Wiesbaden, and the new Playboy Addendum CD.

	The Tswana People This excellent album presents traditional and contemporary music and rhythms of the Tswana peoples (Botswana and surrounding areas). There are a cappella songs accompanied with clapping and ankle shakers, pieces with huge marimbas (xylophones) playing intricate rhythms and melodies, and more. Traditional drums and various other percussion, clapping and shouts are all part of the feel.

	After in Paris Based in France, After in Paris is a great Jazz and Electro Lounge group that was formed in 2002. Their songs feature an exotic blend of World, Brazilian, Salsa, and Samba elements with both male and female vocalists. After in Paris has shared the stage with many artists and groups, including Didier Lockwood, Paco Sery, and Ray Lema. The group is comprised of Claire Guillot (saxophones, tenor, alto, soprano, flute, vocals, computer), Patrick Chartol (bass guitar, computer), and Jean-Michel Vallet (piano, Fender Rhodes, computer).

	Chanson World Music Library Chanson has traveled the globe recording authentic World and Ethnic music. Their 600 tracks include compelling native vocals with indigenous instruments from Africa, Kantele music from Finland, music of the North American Indians, Didgeridoo music from Australia, Punjabi Pop or Bhangra from India, Chinese Dulcimer, Japanese Koto, Middle Eastern percussion, and much more. Chanson's music is used worldwide by producers of TV and film dramatizations. Since each track was recorded in-country, you can rest assured in the authenticity of Chanson World Music Library's entire catalog.

	Nigel Male Australian Composer and Producer Nigel Male creates exciting World Fusion, Dramatic, Downtempo, Chillout, and Nu Jazz for TV themes and commercials. After playing in several Melbourne bands, he began composing for a broad range of media. Expanding his horizons, Nigel created music for ad campaigns in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Europe, including World Cup Kuwait, Estee Lauder, F&F Couture, and WYF TV. Nigel produces and remixes projects for other artists in the USA and UK, and his cinematic music plays worldwide in commercials and film projects.

	The Xhosa People Exciting and lively traditional songs and chants of the Xhosa people from South Africa, famous through Miriam Makeba's international hit, the famous Click Song. Compiled, performed by, and under the direction of leading South African musician and singer Blues Ntaka. A cappella songs, sometimes call-and-response style, sometimes in beautiful four-part harmonies accompanied by clapping, stomping, ankle shakers, whistling, etc.

	Carl Miles California Composer Carl Miles was introduced to music at an early age when six older siblings started a family band that played for numerous Armed Forces concert events and service clubs. After majoring in music at Cameron University in Oklahoma, Carl studied Music composition at Los Angeles City College. His recording credits include two albums with Bill Sheilds, "Sheildstone" and "The Force Of Nature," produced by Stanley Clarke (RSVP Records). Carl's composition "Wall Street" recently represented the Firm Porter & Wright's 2011 Holiday Electronic Greeting Card.

	Ravi - African Kora Cascading and soothing, almost hynotic sounds of the kora, mostly solo but also accompanied by other African instruments (djembe, balafon, bells, etc.). This should be of great interest to you with a liking for new timbres.....highly recommended!

	Adzido Adzido was founded in 1984 by George Dzikunu. The group seeks to promote the richly diverse heritage of black Africa by presenting traditional dance and music with modern theatre technology, enabling the authenticity of Africa to be presented with integrity and relevance to western cultures. Adzido performs at home and abroad to stimulate and enrich a worldwide audience with the dynamism and vibrancy of African dance and drumming. All productions combine a variety of dance styles from across the African continent.

	Serankure Music Arts The Serankure Music Arts group, from the southern African Republic of Botswana, makes heavy use of such diverse instruments as marimbas, the kwadi musical bow, the ditlhaka flute, the meropa single-headed conical drum, matlho cocoon shakers, and mapapata animal horn trumpets, as well as call-and-response vocal performances. Though it makes for a pleasant melodic base for the group's many songs, it definitely casts a more contemporary pan-African sound.

	Amagugu Akwazulu An excellent collection of traditional drumming and songs of the ancient peoples of southern Africa. Bushman hunting songs, Zulu war cries, Xhosa healing songs, Venda drumming, Nguni drumming and more.

	AMiR1 AMiR1 is a Kenyan-based Rapper, songwriter, and beatmaker. He has a diverse approach; most listeners claim he is the most original and consistent artist. With a strong emotional connection to music, his solid area is Rap and Melodic Rap, He has a decent catalog that features high-ranking artists such as Eminem, Juelz Santana, Rah Digga, Westside Boogie, Obie Trice, and many more. Production-wise he's established a unique sound and niche with signature elements such as Piano, Guitars, and Woodwinds.

	Queen Nesigubhu Queen Nesigubhu is a DJ/Producer from South Africa currently based in the UK producing Amapiano, Afro Soul and various other fusions of African music.

	Jakaranda Based in France, Jakaranda is a unique collaboration between Clem and Louis, two composers who have scored numerous films, TV shows, commercials, and stage plays. They met when Clem was a bass player at the French Jazz school CIM (Paris), and Louis was finishing his drum studies at Berklee (Boston). After composing and producing more than 200 songs for young French singers, they decided to further their studies at the conservatory Jean-Philippe Rameau (Paris). Jakaranda covers the Classical, Dramatic, World, Jazz, Electro, and Rock genres.

	Salma Al Assal This unique female group of singers from Sudan, led by Salma Al Assal (who has performed with artists such as Ali Hassan Kuban and Mahmoud Fadl), present the traditional "Al Sabata" style of singing, accompanied only by Sudanese dalloukas (clay drums). Recorded and produced by Hossam Ramzy.

	Dan Foster Dan Foster is a talented and versatile Composer and Producer from Paris, France. Showing great diversity in styles and influences, his compositions cover everything from Pop and Rock to Dramatic and Orchestral music for films and television. Dan's music has been licensed for use in shows, TV commercials, videos & films around the world.

	Bartok Music Bartok Music features world-class Orchestral music, Chamber music, solo piano, and other Classical works, as well as a broad selection of Jazz and World Music. Their large catalog offers high-quality performances and broadcast quality sounds, with major credits including the films How to Train Your Dragon, Dinner for Schmucks, Epic Movie, Blades of Glory, and Superman Returns. Bartok Music's work has also been featured in TV programs such as Weeds and Lost, and in national advertisements for Suzuki, Capri Sun, and ABC-TV promos.

	Blue Nile Produced by legendary percussionist Hossam Ramzy, this is the music from the fabled Nubia, where the Blue Nile and the White Nile unite (in today's Sudan). Traditional songs and instrumentals with a surprisingly contemporary feel. Driven along by strong instrumentation, powerful vocals and vibrant rhythms, you will find the music of the Blue Nile to be alluringly exotic and transcendent.

	Tirani Club Tribal Drums of the Venda People

	Ramadu Ramadu, former lead singer of the Zimbabwean group Insingizi Emnyama presents a varied album from traditional a cappella songs with excellent harmony singing and accompanied songs with traditional drums and percussion to modern African music. “The mixture of background music and voices create a wonderful sound of “isicathamiya”!

	FreeVibe FreeVibe, born with a passion for music, channels the unspoken emotions of the world through his rhythm and rhymes. With a mission to give voice to the silent struggles and uplift the downtrodden, he weaves intricate tales on the beat, serving as a beacon of hope for those who feel unheard. Known for his infectious positivity, FreeVibe’s music serves as a ray of light in the darkest of times. Tracks like “A Message” and “Don’t Give Up” exemplify his commitment to spreading messages of resilience and perseverance

	Barry Van Zyl & The Bo Kaap Collective Goema [pronounce: "gooma"] music from the Bo Kaap, Cape Town, South Africa, as played today, still in its traditional format with voices, percussion, bass, banjo and guitar. The songs ("goema liedjies") have their origins in the early days of the cape; they are very much community music, full of social comment, humour and double entendre.

	Eric Bolvin Eric Bolvin is an award-winning California Composer/Arranger with a schedule that includes playing, writing, teaching, and creating music. Eric's music is on NBC, Fox, ABC, CBS, and many cable and international channels. He has played or recorded with Russell Ferrante, Jeff Lorber, Dennis Chambers and Greg Adams; as a composer and arranger, his works have been performed by Jerry Bergonzi, Russell Ferrante, and many others. Eric’s lush, soulful trumpet playing demonstrates why he was charted in 2008 on Smooth Jazz Radio, playing on 85 stations nationwide.

	Venda Drummers Exciting, maddening, and intense drumming and chants from the Venda Tribe in South Africa. Venda Drummers' tracks would bring excitement to areas of media relating to travel, safaris, and other exploration and adventure films. Could develop excitement in TV shows like Survivor, 24 and Dog the Bounty Hunter, as he closes in on his prey.

	David Beard David Beard of the UK was born into a musical family with his father and grandfather performing as musicians in bands and orchestras and as singers at Derby Cathedral. From an early age, influences of various music styles from Electronic Synth, Dramatic, World and Classical shaped his future and career. After teaching and lecturing in music composition and music technology, David now specializes in creating music and sound design for the Film and Television industry, expertly finessing genres from Children's Music to Horror!

	ElevenTwelve ElevenTwelve is a composer, arranger, and producer who has premiered compositions and arrangements with performing ensembles across the US. His music also has appeared in many feature films, commercials, trailers, and TV shows on every major broadcast and cable TV network. Writing in the Orchestral, Electronic, and Hybrid genres, ElevenTwelve's music is a careful balance of modern techniques and classically inspired structures. On any given day, you can be sure that his music has been heard by audiences all around the world.

	Rukq Man Rising above and overcoming challenges comes the impressive artist, songwriter, composer, and producer Rukq Man. From Nigeria, he produces and writes songs with a unique style, that have been featured in short films and local TV shows. Rukq Man's distinguished style of music and voice has teamed up with producer and DJ El Colombia from the USA, making great hits in genres of RnB, Hip Hop, Pop, and House. His music carries great emotions, delivering touching lyrics that balance tempo or slow rhythms for a great lyrical experience.

	Jay Stacks Beats Jay Stacks Beats is a prolific producer crafting modern hip-hop, trap, drill, R&B, lo-fi, cinematic, and hybrid instrumentals for media and commercial use. His catalog combines hard-hitting drums, emotive melodies, and contemporary sound design, making it ideal for film, television, advertising, gaming, and digital content. Every track is versatile, polished, and broadcast-ready—built to elevate storytelling across genres.

	Steve Urwin UK musician Steve Urwin has an ability to capture the visual within the music, and has a sensitive and contemporary approach to new projects. His 2005 "Hidden" CD was an opening to writing using new sounds and rhythms from around the globe. While his heart is still in the jazz scene of latter years, he loves the challenge of the music of the new state and has the ability to think outside the box for his new compositions. Steve writes for the visual media and enjoys composing just the right sounds that will make our clients' music productions come alive.

	Mickael David A French composer with a rich character, Mickael David is influenced by musical styles including Classical Music, French Music, Synth-Pop (Depeche Mode, Dire Straits), Dream Music (1990), New Age, Ambient, Deep House, Lounge, Chillout, and Trailer Music (Action, Emotional, Dark). Mickael enjoys capturing and sharing emotions with his musical setting of adventure, action, life, love, and fear. He will draw out the sadness and dark side of every human being while shining brightness on your projects in an innovative style.

	Shabani Jabiri Bakari Shabani Jabiri Bakari grew up surrounded by music in a small town in Tanzania. He is influenced by all types of traditional Tanzanian music from all different tribes, and he is also inspired by music from different parts of the continent. Shabani has performed all around the world, and he also worked as a dance and music teacher in Norway for a year. He studied for a Diploma in Performing Arts at Bagamoyo College of Arts, where he is now working as a Tutor.

	Manu Dibango World Music, a two-word universe, was born in the early 70's. Africa, in the form of Cameroon Makossa, nosed its way into Soul, the heir to Jazz and Rhythm 'n Blues. As is often the case, this particular stage in musical evolution, which today is considered as capital, was at the time nearly missed, the B-side of a single which should never have got further than the suburbs of Douala. The grandpappy of Makossa Soul, Manu Dibango, plays a key role in our century.

	Menly Sah Menly Sah, aka Adjévi Mensah, hails from West Africa. As a singer-songwriter, he's a rising star in Afrosoul, Afropop, and Afrobeat. Now based in the US, Menly released two solo albums: SIRIUS 11:11 (2021) and AFRICAN DRAGON (Mar 2023). This talented artist has crafted a unique style, blending African tradition with Pop, Soul, Blues, Rock, and Jazz influences.

	Kirk McQueen UK-based Kirk McQueen has been writing and producing music for many years and has vast experience working in a wide variety of genres. Specializing in Downtempo Lounge, Lo-Fi Hip-Hop, Nu Jazz, Soul, Funk, Nu Disco, Chillout, Latin Pop, and 80's tinged Pop, he creates a distinct and memorable sound. Kirk knows how to grab attention with warm harmonies and full-bodied melodies. As a former Polygram publishing writer, Kirk has worked at the music industry's highest level and collaborated with top songwriters around the world.

	blu frog blu frog is a sonic journey, exploring the core of various musical styles through a unique blend known as Essence Wave. It’s an evolving project that invites listeners to join in the discovery of where this musical exploration leads. With over 12 years of experience, Lara Petersson is an Electronic musician, producer, avid music collector, and radio program director. In addition to blu frog, Lara is involved in other innovative projects, including A Beautiful Relationship, Beatnik Aria, Anton’s Cat, Nomad, and Moebius Void.

	Ziki Zito Band Ziki Zito Band is the creation of a talented musician, bandleader, producer, keyboardist, songwriter, vocalist, composer, and drummer based in Mombasa, Kenya. His passion for music has helped him build an abundance of high-quality tracks. Ziki Zito Band offers the best contemporary, vibrant, and upbeat African Pop sound.

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