Vocalist / Songwriter
Turunesh
An East African singer whose R&B collaboration Virgin Denim turns first love into song.
- Based
- Dar es Salaam / Toronto
- Territory
- TZ / CA
Biography
Turunesh’s discography is an embrace, sometimes sweet, sometimes warm, but always intoxicating. Her musical journey began at 14, when she brought together her love for poetry and singing, quietly sharing original compositions on SoundCloud with a small circle of friends. What started as a personal creative outlet gradually gained wider recognition, earning her a place within the alternative music scenes of East Africa and Vancouver.
Her artistic presence grew with the release of her critically acclaimed sophomore album, Satin Cassette, followed by a sold-out headline show at Vancouver’s iconic Biltmore Cabaret.
Now based in Toronto, Turunesh has returned from a two-year hiatus with an increasingly experimental sound and a distinct creative vision. Through her self-founded label and creative studio, Nesha Empire, she continues to build an afro-futuristic world rooted in Pan-African identity, artistic expression and sensuality.
A multifaceted singer, songwriter, producer and creative director, Turunesh is carving out a distinctive space in experimental R&B and Neo-Soul.