<House> Tokzen steps away from his legendary Mmthi’s series to deliver a quality double disc album – Mzanzi vs. International Volume 1. Disc one is a medley of deep, soulful internationally produced or remixed tracks. With this disc, Tokzen strikes that elusive balance between deep-house sensibility and commercial appeal, showing once again why he is still one of SA’s foremost taste makers. Live 4 Now by T3N is sublime (with conscious lyrics to go with), followed by elegant productions from Freaks & 012, Spinna and Phonique. There’s also the well loved Atjazz remix of Chasing by C.9 ft. Kholi. The very oddly named Give Me A Dub F#*k rework of the Lovebirds Want You in My Soul adds a bit of an electro-techy flavour to the mix before tracks from Distant People, April Hill and Blaze close out the album on a jazzy high note. Disc two showcases some of SA’s hottest rising talents; Hoodnatives and Audiopyper have two tracks apiece, with the latter’s My Love for You having a strong following in the ‘underground’ dance scene. Also included are some beautiful synth laced remixes by Snow and the duo of Cuebur & Shimza, as well as La Shad and Mindgames. Definitely in my top five of local house releases so far this year.
Review: Nathan Kabingesi
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