#249- Chris Erasmus: Serenading the World from the Heart of Africa to the Soul of Country
Update: 2025-10-22
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This week we welcome Chris Erasmus, an up-and-coming country artist with a story unlike any other. Originally from Zimbabwe, Chris brings a fresh perspective to a genre rooted in American tradition.
This is what we talked about in this episode:
- Growing up in Zimbabwe and discovering music early on
- Entering the world of country from outside the U.S.
- His background in musical theatre and performing on major stages
- How classical training influences his songwriting and sound
- The experience of moving to the U.S. and working on ranches
- The growing country music scene in Africa
- Reflections on artists like Keith Urban and what global country music looks like today
Chris’s story is proof that country music isn’t just an American sound but a universal language for storytelling and heart.
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