Singer Guitarists in Port Elizabeth

For over two decades, Jonathan Muller (aka Jono) has captivated audiences across South Africa and beyond with his extraordinary talent as an acoustic guitarist and singer. Known for his percussive guitar playing and charismatic stage presence, Jonathan delivers unforgettable performances that resonate with audiences of all ages. Performance Style: Jonathan’s unique approach to live music sets him apart. Playing entirely without backing tracks, he relies on his exceptional guitar skills and a loop pedal to create rich, layered sounds. With a repertoire exceeding 700 songs, Jonathan has mastered the art of reading a crowd, selecting songs on the spot to Read more...

Chris Winterskind has strong roots in the Eastern Cape, he grew up loving the ocean and with a passion for music. Chris has been following a career as a musician for 10 years now with no intention of stopping. Touring the country in an old yellow Volkswagen combi selling his sound to everyone he meets has only inspired him further. Chris is very driven with big dreams and a lot of passion for his music and his career. With his trusty guitar, custom made box, foot pedal, harmonica and tambourine he truly is a talented musician with a large skill Read more...

Mark Botha, seasoned musician, born and bred in the Eastern Cape, has performed on the pub circuit for over 2 decades. His influences are music from the 70 and 80’s, with the likes of Crowded house, Cat Stevens and ZZ Top to name a few. Mark is an avid electric guitarist and as he would say, ‘a not to bad drummer and piano player’. Mark is still seen performing at local pubs and restaurants, and always keeping the crowd entertained. go to all performers Share this Page Read more...

Simon Shaw is a musician from Port Elizabeth who sings and plays acoustic guitarist. Simon is available to play at any event or function. go to all performers Share this Page Read more...

Deon Mattheus is a well-rounded musician, versatile on many instruments and performs a wide genre of music. Deon has recently completed a successful album launch at The Music Kitchen with his 7-piece band, which includes his daughter and fiancé Nikki on backing vocals, and he has plans to keep the original music flowing. Neels Mattheus was one of South Africa’s best known traditional musicians of the Boeremusiek genre. At the age of 15 years Deon joined his father’s dance band on bass guitar and performed around the Eastern Cape at venues, events and shows, such as the ‘On The Go Show’. This Read more...

Udaka is a duo from Port Elizabeth with its founding members Ludwe Mgolombane and Sandile Bayller Suka, whom are not strangers in the Eastern Cape creative scene. The two have established a strong connection combining their skills in collaborating and birthing UDAKA. Sandile, from Port Elizabeth is a self-taught multi-disciplined instrumentalist. To have strong skills of bass; guitar; drums and lead guitar which are all naturally groomed skills. Ludwe, on the other hand, is self-taught in guitar and the master in the art of ceramic sculpture. He is a natural lover of music and art and putting the two in Read more...

In 2014, Big Man & Bear embarked on their musical odyssey, crafting original folk-inspired tunes. However, fate intervened during a 2015 adventure in Vietnam, where they unearthed a hidden talent for captivating audiences with soulful covers in cozy settings. This unexpected discovery led them to shift their focus, weaving their magic into intimate performances that resonated deeply with listeners. With Megan’s captivating vocals and Hugo’s masterful guitar work, infused with live looping magic, Big Man & Bear seamlessly blend diverse musical influences, creating a unique soundscape. Their influences range from iconic folk singer-songwriters to the sweet harmonies of Simon & Read more...

Claire Venn has spent her entire adult life as a professional musician. With a background in theatre and choir, she has always found deep fulfillment in the performance arts and with a love for music and adventure it was her obvious dream job. The best part about music is how it affects our emotions, and the best part of playing and performing is being able to express those emotions and share them with an audience. Other hobbies and interests include gardening, crafting, hanging out with her dogs and hiking. go to all performers Share this Page Read more...

Anton Calitz first started playing in 1989 performing the late Saturday night/ early Sunday morning slot at the iconic Its Country in Evatt street. Performing on vocals, guitar, harmonica and occasionally pan flutes, as well as being a “one man band” Anton has been performing his own music at folk music clubs and arts festivals in South Africa for almost 30 years.  Anton writes and records songs around romantic themes, comedy themes, socio political themes, to fit primarily into a live, one man music cabaret show package as well as the folk or rock type album. Anton’s song “A Summertime Read more...

Daniel Jay, originating from Port Elizabeth, has been performing on the local music circuit for a number of years, playing at pubs, restaurants and events. He has opened for many top acts such as; The Parlotones, Jeremy Loops and Francois Van Coke, to name a few. In 2019 Daniel appeared on the TV show ‘The Voice SA’, and after meeting the front man of the band ‘Fokofpolisiekar’, he collaborated with Francois Van Coke and recorded his first original song called ‘Glimlag Check’. go to all performers Share this Page Read more...

Marc ‘Bullet’ Brunsdon is a seasoned South African singer and guitarist with a career spanning over two decades. His musical journey began at the tender age of 12 when he joined the prestigious Drakensberg Boys Choir School. It was during this formative period that he discovered his passion for guitar and solidified his ambition to become a professional musician. Marc’s talent gained recognition when he appeared on season two of ‘The Voice’ South Africa, where his musical journey was featured on DSTV. Beyond his singing and guitar skills, he is also a sought-after voice-over artist, lending his voice to radio Read more...

Letters from Jane, a captivating female acoustic duo hailing from Nelson Mandela Bay, has enchanted audiences since their inception in January 2017. Vocalist Michelle Olivier and guitarist Leandra Grobler joined forces to craft a musical experience that is as unique as it is mesmerizing. Individually, Michelle and Leandra are accomplished performers, with each having honed their talents professionally since 2012. However, it was their partnership that truly ignited their musical synergy, evident whenever they grace the stage together. Michelle’s sultry vocals, coupled with her vibey percussion, blend seamlessly with Leandra’s intricate guitar melodies and haunting harmonies, leaving audiences spellbound by Read more...

Tim Sedso has 19 years experience in the music industry who has performed in many capacities, on multiple instruments. His most notable career achievements include: Playing guitar for the Broadway musical, “Jersey Boys” from 2012 to 2014 which consisted of an 18 month long tour to Asian countries such as Singapore, South Korea, Turkey, Malaysia and SA cities, Johannesburg & Cape Town. Playing bass for Australian indie-rock band ‘Timber Bones’ which toured regularly in Australia over a span of 9 months from 2015 to 2016. In 2014 Tim Sedso released his debut album titled ‘Call for Help’. He is currently Read more...

Rob Thompson is a talented blues rock guitarist and singer from Port Elizabeth, South Africa. Known for his energetic performances and innovative sound, Thompson has been making waves in the South African music scene. After studying jazz and classical guitar at Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, Thompson’s musical talents expanded to include a variety of genres, such as Latin, flamenco, classic rock, rockabilly, folk, pop-rock, and classical Indian music. This versatility has allowed him to collaborate with a wide range of artists and groups. In 2011, at the age of 23, Thompson embarked on his first tour of the USA, showcasing Read more...

Joe van der Linden is a highly talented musician, a master on the bass guitar and an equally capable singer, acoustic and electric guitarist. Joe has performed as a solo artist and session musician, and has played in top groups such as: The Brothers, Valiant Swart, Sons of trout, Delta Blue, to name a few. go to all performers Share this Page Read more...

Creshwell October earned an honours degree in music education and shared the stages with musical luminaries of the calibre of Gloria Bosman, Feya Faku, Hugh Masakela, Allou April and George Benson, Patrick Duncan and a host of others. In 2010 he joined the University’s Gospel Choir where he performed in Chicago at the Jesse Jackson conference. go to all performers Share this Page Read more...

Wayne Kallis, singer and acoustic guitarist from Port Elizabeth. He has a great selection of songs to keep any crowd entertained for hours and promising a high quality performance. go to all performers Share this Page Read more...

Julie Baker has played in the United Kingdom for 9 years with original band DJUTE and supporting the Parlotones and Watershed were great highlights over the years Influences…. Foo Fighters, Skunk Anansie and more. Would love to have a band backing me playing my originals. go to all performers Share this Page Read more...

Meraki are a family band with a variety of styles in our arsenal. Band members are Simon Shaw on guitar, vocals and kick drum, his girlfriend Megan Smith on piano and vocals and Simon’s sister Amy on vocals and kazoo (arguably not a real musical instrument). All the band members are solo performers in their own right but as a group we are calling ourselves “Meraki”. go to all performers Share this Page Read more...