Jal has garnered much success through his signature South Sudanese sound and collaborations such as his recent hit “Gorah” (with Nitefreak), launched by Diplo’s Higher Ground label, the iconic “Kuar” with Henrik Schwarz/FNX Omar, “Chagu” (with Moblack/ Henrik Schwarz), “Hey Mama” (Eggy, Suraj, FNX Omar), “Birds” (with Fallou) and “Budah” (with Angelos & Keene) amongst many others. Emmanuel continues to bring a grounded authenticity to his music, emanating from his extraordinary personal experience, emotion and infectious positivity. He has been nominated for 2 Junos in the ‘Best World Music artist’ category and has released 7 award nominated studio albums including Shangah (2022), Naath (2018), The Key (2014), See Me Mama (2012), Warchild (2008), Ceasefire (2005), Gua (2005); all of which have seen him reign consistently high on the music scene. Emmanuel’s live appearances have included Live 8, Glastonbury, Nelson Mandela’s 90th Birthday Concert and the One Concert for his Holiness the Dalai Lama. He has also collaborated and performed alongside artists such as Lauryn Hill, Xavier Rudd, Peter Gabriel, Nelly Furtado, Darryl “DMC” McDaniels, Joss Stone, Ed Sheeran, Nile Rodgers and Alicia Keys.