Interview in Soho with Fantcha Mendes
In a recent interview with Washington-based journalist Amancio Miguel, from Voice of America, Fantcha spoke about her new album and her friendship with Cesaria Evora. The pair sat down while…
Fantcha stars on the BBC
If you were listening to Africa Today on BBC World Service recently you would have come across the dulcet tones of our very own diva, Fantcha Mendes. The soulful singer...
A Successful AME Festival for Fantcha
The 10th to 13th April saw Praia host this years Atlantic Music Expo, where over 500 delegates from 37 countries gathered in the capital for the infamous cultural and musical...
Fantcha to perform at this years Atlantic Music Expo
A platform for valuable transatlantic cultural exchanges, this is the Atlantic Music Expo’s fifth year, with the event looking to welcome well over 500 delegates to the city’s celebrations. Taking...
Fantcha returns to recording to honour Cesária Évora: Part Two
Continuing on her return to honour dear friend and mentor Cesária Évora, Fantcha’s successful performance at Mindelo on December 15th saw a great a crowd come together to celebrate the...
Fantcha: A life full of song and rhythm
Growing up in a musically rich household, Fantcha has always loved to sing. From a young age, one of her greatest joys was singing with her two brothers, who would...
The Barefoot Diva’s lasting legacy
Born in 1941, Cesária Évora was one of Cabo Verde’s greatest exports. Famous for performing without her shoes, the Barefoot Diva had a long and very successful career up until...
Fantcha returns to recording to honour Cesária Évora: Part One
Marking the anniversary of the Barefoot Diva’s death, Raj’d signed artist Fantcha will be returning to her musical roots after seven years without recording.
Fantcha performs at Cape Verde Foundation Christmas Party
Over in Cape Verde for the opening of The Resort Group PLC’s third Resort, Llana Beach Hotels, Fantcha took time out of her busy schedule to bring a day of...
Fantcha Talks to RTC about Fourth Album Release
During Fantcha’s recent tour promoting her fourth album, she spoke with RTC, Cape Verde’s first and most popular radio and television station. Talking of her recent release Fantcha explained “I made this new album dedicated to...