Louis Mhlanga

Louis Mhlanga Zmbabwean-South African guitarist, producer, and composeguitarist, producer, and composer widely regarded as one of Southern Africa’s finest musicians. His career spans decades and continents, blending African pop, jazz, and traditional influences.
He has collaborated with legendary artists including Miriam Makeba, Hugh Masekela, Oliver Mtukudzi, and Vusi Mahlasela. He is celebrated for a distinctive guitar voice that bridges ancestral sound and contemporary sophistication.
Expect a soulful musical journey that moves seamlessly between the earthy and the elegant, blending jazz, blues, and soul with the rich traditions of Southern Africa and the Indian Ocean. An intimate fusion of ancestral rhythm and modern expression creates a warm, authentic African groove, perfect for easing into a weekend of love.
On stage with Louis:
Rob Watson (Drums)
Basi Mahlasela (Percussion & Vocals)
Michael Phillips (Base and Vocals)