Artists like Johnny Clegg

The Parlotones are a South African indie rock band hailing from Johannesburg, formed in 1998. The ensemble features Kahn Morbee on vocals and rhythm guitar, Paul Hodgson as lead guitarist, Glen Hodgson handling bass guitar, keyboards, and backing vocals, and Neil Pauw on drums and percussion. Originally rooted in Britpop, The Parlotones' music has evolved to encompass a diverse range of genres, with lyrics centered on relatable themes such as love and everyday life, complemented by engaging and memorable melodies.

Baaba Maal is a Senegalese singer and guitarist born in Podor, on the Senegal River. In addition to acoustic guitar, he also plays percussion. He has released several albums, both for independent and major labels. In July 2003, he was made a UNDP Youth Emissary.

Jules Shungu Wembadio Pene Kikumba, known professionally as Papa Wemba, was a Congolese singer, songwriter, bandleader, actor, and cultural icon. Widely hailed as the "King of Rumba", he is regarded as one of the most influential African musicians. Across a career spanning nearly five decades, he propelled Congolese rumba onto the world stage, and helped globalize African popular music. Through his voice, performance style, and fashion, he shaped the sound and image of contemporary Congolese culture, becoming a central figure in the rise of La SAPE, the flamboyant movement of elegance and style. Wemba is often considered one of the greatest African vocalists and performers of all time.

Kongos is a South African-American band, now based in Austin, Texas. The alternative rock group consists of four brothers: Dylan, Johnny, Jesse and Daniel Kongos.