Chadwick Jubber

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I was born in Pietermaritzburg in 1998 and grew up in Johannesburg. After the loss of my father, my brothers and I were sent to boarding school in Wartburg. It was there, at the age of 14, that I first picked up a guitar and began to find my voice. Music became my way through.

During my matric year, I started gaining real insight into the music industry, experiences that helped shape my direction and commitment to the craft. In 2018, I embarked on my first tour across South Africa and spent the following years working as a solo artist, growing steadily as both a songwriter and performer.

In 2024, I founded Bronze Steel, a band born from everything I’ve lived and learned. The name is a tribute to my father, Rohn Jubber, who played saxophone for the South African band The In Crowd. His spirit and musicianship live on through this project and through every song we write and share.

My musical journey began on drums but neighborhood noise didn’t quite match my enthusiasm. Then came a moment of destiny — I picked up a bass guitar at a friend’s house and found I couldn’t put it down.

Originally from Zimbabwe and raised in Johannesburg, I made my way to Cape Town, where I connected with Bronze Steel. For me, being in a band goes beyond playing notes. It’s about creating harmony through structure and trust. I thrive in those moments when the band locks into the zone together, each musician syncing perfectly — a feeling I would describe as almost magical.

Outside the studio, I’m known for my wild stories and knack for adventure. Once, I found myself hauled before a BBC production team, facing the threat of a lawsuit — a memory I can now laugh about. And there’s the infamous time I was caught mid relief, face to face with two rhinos in a game reserve. I’ve learned to embrace life’s unexpected twists and let instinct lead me wherever it may.

When I’m not setting the groove or finding myself in surprising situations, I draw inspiration from my musical hero, John Paul Jones. Through Bronze Steel, I aim to bring heart to every performance and give the band a foundation that’s as solid as it is unforgettable.