About Me
About John Edmond
For more than five decades, John Edmond has been one of the most recognized voices in Southern African music, capturing the spirit, history, and stories of a generation through song. Born in Northern Rhodesia (now Zambia) then living in Southern Rhodesia and later making South Africa his home. John’s life and music became deeply intertwined with the people, landscapes, and events that shaped the nation. During the Rhodesian Bush War, and Congo Crisis he served as a soldier and experienced firsthand the challenges, sacrifices, and camaraderie of those turbulent years. These experiences would later inspire many of the songs that have become timeless favorites among veterans, history enthusiasts, and younger generations alike.
Today, John Edmond is widely regarded as one of the voices of Rhodesiana. His collection of Troopie Songs, military ballads, and historical recordings preserve the memories of the soldiers, airmen, policemen, and civilians who lived through one of Southern Africa’s most significant periods of history. Songs such as The UDI Song, The Battle of Bembesi, Troopiesongs, and many others continue to attract listeners from around the world and remain among his most downloaded and requested recordings.
While many know John for his celebrated wildlife and game ranger albums, it is his Rhodesiana collection that has become a cultural archive for those seeking to reconnect with the stories of the Rhodesian Bush War, and the Anglo Boer Wars and warriors that served during those eras through music, John has ensured that these memories are preserved for future generations.
Whether you are searching for Troopie Songs, the story of Rhodesia, Anglo Boer war and military history, or simply great Southern African pop songs like Toy Train and Pasadena, you have come to the right place.
Welcome to the official home of John Edmond — where the stories, songs, wars, warriors, and heritage of Rhodesia and Southern Africa live on through music.
