An evening with South Africa’s award winning singer-songwriter and indelible storyteller Pilani Bubu & special guests.
Join Pilani Bubu in the intimate setting of The Rose Hill as she tells authentic stories of inspiration, identity, and influence. A multifarious artist with a unique voice and a cohesive global sound she likes to call jazzy folk soul, her latest project Folklore Chapter 1 dives deep into her South African cultural heritage, conjuring the spirit of the ancestors with her highly expressive musical journey.
Her album Folklore Chapter 1 was awarded Best African Adult Contemporary Album at the 26th edition of the South African Music Awards. For this special UK appearance, Pilani will be performing songs from Folklore – Chapter 1 as well as previewing brand new material from her upcoming album Folklore – Chapter 2.
“An act that enthralled audiences with her soothing melodies, exceptional vocals and message-laden repertoire is Singer-songwriter from South Africa…she shines through with a poignant set of songs with pure grit and talent which inspired head popping and feet tapping from the receptive audience…a feel-good singer with conscious and meaningful lyrics” – Daily Graphic Newspaper (Ghana).
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