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Wendy Oldfield

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Wendy Oldfield is a South African singer, songwriter, and producer. She started her musical career in 1983 and achieved fame as a member of the rock group "The Sweatband," notably with hits like "This Boy." Transitioning to a solo career in 1989, her debut album "Beautiful World" showcased hits like "Acid Rain" and "Miracle." Over the years, Oldfield's style evolved while maintaining her poignant lyrics. She contributed to "Mondetta," a world music group, and ventured into production for film soundtracks and theme tunes. Awarded two SAMA Awards for "Best Female Vocalist" and "Best Pop Album," along with recognitions for children's albums. Oldfield's multifaceted career spanned acting, orchestration, choral composition, and travel documentaries, while collaborations and music videos further solidified her role in South African artistry.

Discography

Albums⁹

Salt2022 • AlbumTracks: 11

Under African Skies2019 • AlbumTracks: 13

Supernova2013 • AlbumTracks: 12

In The Womb2010 • AlbumTracks: 10

Wendy Oldfield2008 • AlbumTracks: 16

Holy Water2002 • AlbumTracks: 11

On a Pale Blue Dot1999 • AlbumTracks: 15

Ruby1995 • AlbumTracks: 11

Beautiful World1991 • AlbumTracks: 11

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Record Label associated with Wendy Oldfield - past and current.

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