Very active since the early 2000s, Junior Tshaka quickly made a name for himself across the different regions of his country, proving that language is no barrier when it comes to sharing music. Winner of the 2009 European Reggae Contest in Udine, the artist from Neuchâtel now carries his message worldwide.
Junior Tshaka is a charismatic performer who delivers committed, unifying reggae. He sings universal values with sincerity and expresses his views on the state of the planet with simple, accessible words. His lyrics, blending gentleness and determination, resonate deeply. Whether solo, in a small acoustic setup, or with his full band, his concerts are filled with emotion and connection.
With six albums to his name and collaborations with major figures of international reggae (Rico Rodriguez, Tiken Jah Fakoly, Didier Awadi, Sinsemilia, Dub Inc, Leroy “Horsemouth” Wallace, …), the artist has played more than 600 concerts in 26 different countries, from Senegal to Brazil, including China and Iran.
His first project was released in 2005 as an acoustic album for three guitars titled Juste un peu de lumière. He presented it to the public on the main stage of Festineuch. That same evening, he returned to the stage for a guest appearance during Tiken Jah Fakoly’s concert — a reggae artist he has long admired. This moment, along with the audience’s enthusiastic response, ignited a flame that has never gone out. The adventure began!
In 2007, he toured all over France as the opening act for Riké (Sinsemilia) to introduce his album La Jungle, produced by Echo Prod, the label of Mike, the other singer of Sinsemilia. In 2009, he released Il est temps… (Damp Music) and won the European Reggae Contest organised by the Rototom Festival in Udine (Italy), which granted him a tour of Europe’s biggest reggae festivals. From then on, he embarked on a continuous cycle of new releases and touring. In 2013, Boosté par le son (Echo Prod) enjoyed solid success, notably with the song Comme un oiseau. In 2016, 360 (Damp Music) allowed him to continue on his upward path. In 2020, he released Encore, fully self-produced. Unfortunately, the album came out during the very week when the first COVID-related restrictions were implemented, preventing it from being presented as it deserved. In 2023, he introduced Le Bordel, a single inspired by the atmosphere felt during the pandemic.
In 2025, Junior Tshaka and his team celebrated the project’s 20th anniversary with the release of a new album, Mes propres pas. A tour — featuring a new horn section adding an extra touch to the band — and several special events took place in a festive spirit. The adventure continues in 2026!
In summary, Junior Tshaka is:
- A blend of reggae, French chanson and rap
- Sincere and heartfelt lyrics in French
- More than 600 concerts in 26 different countries
- Winner of the European Reggae Contest in 2009
- Six albums released in Switzerland and France
- Numerous radio/TV appearances and several tracks in rotation on Swiss radio
- More than 2 million views on his YouTube channel
