Jeff Maluleke is an artist destined for greatness in the realm of world music across the globe. The supremely talented guitarist, singer and songwriter could be regarded as the golden child in the world music fraternity in his own country. He is also lauded for his artistic aptitude in many parts of Africa, where he has planted musical seeds with various Pan African tours and performances over the last few years.

Maluleke has however only touched the surface of his inherent music, as he reckons he is just getting started. A member of the Shangaan Tribe, Maluleke has endeared himself to scores of music lovers in this country and across the continent. His previous albums include the 1998 debut, Juliana; the classic recording Kilimanjaro (2000); his equally brilliant offering Mambo (2002); and his last album Ndzilo (2005) have made an indelible impression in the local music industry.

Maluleke’s music transcends the borders of cultural classification and crosses over into many music streams to create a melodic and rhythmic impulse that tugs at the heartstrings of all music lovers.

• Awarded Best Male Composer for Mambo, SAMA (2004)
• Awarded Best Video for Mambo, KORA (2003)
• Kilimanjaro awarded Best Contemporary Album: African, SAMA (2002)
• Kilimanjaro awarded Revelation of the Year, KORA (2002)
• Awarded Best Producer for Juliana, SAMA (2001)