Emmanule Jal

On July 24, Tropicos Batumi invites widely well-known, one of the world's most sought-after Afro House and Afro Tech, successful and acclaimed recording artist – Emmanuel Jal.

From his origins as a child soldier in war-torn South Sudan to becoming an acclaimed global recording artist and peace ambassador, Emmanuel Jal has spent two decades using music as a force for transformation. Now based between Nairobi and Toronto, Jal is one of the world's most sought-after Afro House and Afro Tech artists, renowned for infusing dancefloors with a grounded authenticity and infectious positivity. His impressive musical catalog spans seven studio albums, two Juno Award nominations, and massive club anthems like "Gorah" (released on Diplo’s Higher Ground label) and the iconic "Kuar" with Henrik Schwarz. A captivating live performer, Jal has graced legendary stages—including Coachella, Glastonbury, Ushuaïa Dubai, and Nelson Mandela's 90th Birthday Concert—while collaborating with icons ranging from Peter Gabriel and Nile Rodgers to Alicia Keys.

Jal’s message of peace extends far beyond his dynamic DJ sets and live shows into deep-rooted activism and entrepreneurship. He is the founder of Gua Africa, a charity that supports those affected by war and poverty in East Africa, and has shared his extraordinary life story through his widely viewed TED Talk, his books Warchild and My Life is Art, and a co-starring role alongside Reese Witherspoon in the major motion picture The Good Lie. Whether he is releasing electronic hits, spearheading humanitarian projects, or launching his instant superfood brand Jal Gua, Emmanuel Jal continues to bridge genres and cultures with an irreplaceable, resilient spirit.

 The Doors Open: 00:45

 Age Control 18+