FRESHLYGROUND — TAKE ME HOME
European tour 2027

Freshlyground return to Europe in 2027 with new lead vocalist Mbali Makhoba and their album Take Me Home. The six-piece band brings together Afro-pop, township rhythms, soul and jazz in a live sound known for its warmth and energy.

Formed in Cape Town in 2002, Freshlyground became one of South Africa's best-loved bands. From Doo Be Doo and Nomvula to their collaboration with Shakira on Waka Waka (This Time for Africa), their songs have reached audiences around the world. Their achievements include eight South African Music Awards, four Metro FM Awards and the 2006 MTV Europe Music Award for Best African Act.

Released on 17 April 2026, Take Me Home was produced by Grammy-winning producer JB Arthur and recorded at Bridgenorth Studios in Harare, Zimbabwe. With Mbali's soulful voice and new creative energy, Freshlyground's story continues. Their European comeback tour in summer 2026 included WOMAD, Rudolstadt, Bardentreffen, Oslo Mela and London's Jazz Cafe.

Six on stage: Mbali Makhoba (lead vocals), Chris Bakalanga (lead guitar/backing vocals), Julio Sigauque (acoustic guitar/backing vocals), Simon Attwell (flute/keyboards/saxophone), Josh Hawks (bass/backing vocals), Peter Cohen (drums).

European booking: Wulf von Gaudecker · GRIOT GmbH · wulf@griot.de
Dates and routing on request. Current technical requirements to be confirmed with GRIOT.