BadWolf: Variety Band

Conference and corporate band BadWolf delivers groove-driven, reimagined Top 40 and classic hits with elite South African musicianship, creating stylish, high-energy live entertainment for premium events.

Quick Facts:

  • Highlights:
    • Five-piece groove-based corporate and conference band
    • Modern reimagining of Top 40 and classic hits
    • Features leading young South African musical talent
    • Two vocalists for added versatility and range
  • Formats:

    Conference and corporate event band

  • Audience:

    Event planners, corporate clients, conference organisers, and couples seeking stylish, versatile live music.

  • Outcomes:
    1. A polished, high-energy live music experience
    2. Broad audience appeal across generations
    3. Seamless transition from background ambience to dance-floor entertainment
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  • Travels from: Johannesburg

Talent Short Bio

BadWolf is a fresh, five-piece corporate and conference band from Johannesburg, created to rework Top 40 and highly recognisable songs with a modern, groove-based approach. Their sound blends sophistication, energy, and musical credibility, making them a popular choice for conferences, corporate functions, weddings, and high-end events.

BadWolf’s repertoire spans generations and styles, seamlessly moving from classics like Etta James’ At Last to contemporary pop hits such as Taylor Swift’s Shake It Off. Each song is carefully rearranged to feel current, polished, and danceable while remaining familiar and audience-friendly.

The band features some of South Africa’s standout young musical talents. Lead vocalist Hannah Foster is widely recognised as one of the country’s most gifted vocalists, while Cameron Bruce rose to prominence as an Idols finalist in 2009 and has performed as guitarist for 1980s superstar Jennifer Rush.

BadWolf – Corporate Band is a fresh 5piece band from Johannesburg created purely to rearrange top 40 and other highly recognizable songs with a hip, groove based approach.

BadWolf takes everything from Etta James’ classic “At Last” to Taylor Swift’s “Shake It Off” and everything in between.

They hosts some of South Africa’s young stars. Hannah Foster has created a name for herself as one of the most talented vocalists, Cameron Bruce, Idols finalist in 2009 as well as guitarist for 80’s superstar, Jennifer Rush.

Together with Justin Badenhorst (Drummer for Elvis Blue) and Benjamin Jephta (renowned SA Bassist) holding down the rhythm, each song is sure to be tight and groovy.

The cherry on top is their fantastic Trumpet player, Neil Engel, who adds a touch of elegance and class of BadWolf’s sound.

Anchoring the rhythm section are Justin Badenhorst, drummer for Elvis Blue, and Benjamin Jephta, a highly respected South African bassist. Adding a distinctive layer of elegance is trumpet player Neil Engel, whose brass lines elevate BadWolf’s sound with style and class.

With two vocalists, a constantly updated repertoire, and a tight, groove-focused performance style, BadWolf delivers versatile, professional live music that adapts effortlessly to any event atmosphere.

All round that are a great band for any event, function or wedding with their constantly updated repertoire and having the versatility of 2 vocalists they are sure to make your event!

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