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South African musician Moonchild Sanelly has announced her first Johannesburg performance of her acclaimed album Full Moon after touring internationally. Inspired by local audiences following her recent appearance supporting Doja Cat in Pretoria, the artist says the hometown concert is both personal and celebratory.
Key Highlights
- Artist: Moonchild Sanelly
- Title: Full Moon Return to Jozi
- Date: Saturday, 30 May 2026
- Where: Playground, The Nest, Joburg, South Africa
- Tickets: Tickets are officially on sale now via Howler
Moonchild Sanelly Returns To Johannesburg After Taking Full Moon Across Global Festival Stages
12 May 2026
Moonchild Sanelly has announced that she will perform her latest album Full Moon live in Johannesburg for the first time, marking a significant hometown moment after years of international touring. The show follows her recent appearance supporting Doja Cat in Pretoria, where the response to her music reportedly inspired the decision to stage a dedicated Johannesburg performance.
The artist said bringing the Full Moon experience back to Johannesburg carries emotional significance, particularly after building a global audience while staying rooted in her alternative sound. She also noted that affordable ticket pricing was intentional, aiming to make the event accessible to local supporters.
From “Future-Ghetto-Funk” to Global Recognition
Known for describing her sound as “future-ghetto-funk,” Moonchild Sanelly first gained recognition in South Africa through tracks such as I Walk Ye Phara, Midnight Starring and Makhe, alongside her debut album Rabulapha!. Her career later expanded internationally through collaborations with artists including Beyoncé, Wizkid, Diplo and Damon Albarn.
After signing to UK label Transgressive Records, she released projects including Nüdes, Phases and Full Moon, with the latter earning recognition from publications including Variety and GQ.
Building Success Without Compromise
Moonchild Sanelly’s rise has also been shaped by her outspoken individuality and refusal to dilute her identity for mainstream success. The artist has consistently linked her ambition to personal hardship, including the loss of her mother during her teenage years, which she says strengthened her belief in resilience and self-expression.
Over the years, that perspective has become central to both her music and live performances, helping establish her as one of South Africa’s most distinctive alternative artists while maintaining visibility on major global festival stages including SXSW, Primavera and Glastonbury.
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