THEMBA

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  THEMBA

  Johannesburg, South Africa · 7 bookings since Oct 2023 · Cityfox melodic techno

  “Hailing from the vibrant streets of Johannesburg, South Africa, THEMBA has become a luminary in the global dance scene, igniting dance floors with his electrifying beats and infectious rhythms.”

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  Hailing from the vibrant streets of Johannesburg, South Africa, THEMBA has become a luminary in the global dance scene, igniting dance floors with his electrifying beats and infectious rhythms. Since his explosive debut in 2018, THEMBA has captivated audiences worldwide with his soul-stirring fusion of house and techno, enriched by the vibrant tapestry of his African heritage. THEMBA is redefining dance music with his latest release, "Give Me Something To Hold," alongside JACK BACK, David Guetta’s alias and a remix of Bob Sinclair’s "World Hold On," which transports listeners through immersive soundscapes. He continues to release remixes for industry heavyweights like Vintage Culture, and has an exciting remix of a popular song from the movie “Saltburn” coming soon. In 2023, THEMBA maintained an impressive release schedule with singles and remixes for Hannah Wants, Franky Wah, and DJ Chus. With even more releases on the horizon for 2024, his momentum shows no signs of slowing. THEMBA's 2022 hit “Disappear,” a collaboration with Nico de Andrea and Tasan, has amassed over 8 million streams and continues to gain traction. THEMBA's debut performances have been legendary, from opening for Peggy Gou at Phantom in Paris, to sharing the stage with Black Coffee at Hi Ibiza, Amidst his musical successes, he remains grounded, channeling his passion into philanthropy such as performing with with Dubfire at Bridges For Music at Heart. In 2023, THEMBA headlined over 30 shows, with highlights including E1 London, Untold & Neversea Festivals, Complex Festival Maastricht, Music On at Pacha Ibiza, and Kiesgrube Open Air in Dusseldorf. His roster of plays is only becoming more impressive with plays at The Kings Hall in NYC, Kapital in Madrid, and Red Rocks in Denver. With his pulsating beats and commitment to social change, THEMBA is not just a DJ but a beacon of hope, inspiring souls and lighting up dance floors across the globe.
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  Their RA profile lists iVAV Recordings, Knee Deep In Sound and REDOLENT.

  Last at Brooklyn Mirage in Oct 2023 · often with unfazed, Shawna Solaris, BRINGYOURFRIENDS, none of them here that night