DJ MOSCOW’s album Emaweni is a vibrant and electrifying journey through amapiano and house, capturing the essence of South African dance culture with a fresh and innovative approach. The album serves as a showcase of DJ MOSCOW’s ability to seamlessly blend amapiano’s signature deep log drum and jazz-infused melodies with energetic house rhythms and intricate percussion. Throughout Emaweni, DJ MOSCOW collaborates with various talented artists, delivering a diverse range of sounds and emotions, from high-energy dancefloor anthems to more mellow, reflective tracks.
Featuring B33kay SA, Frank Mabeat, De Soul, and Mzizi, the track boasts catchy hooks and driving basslines, creating an atmosphere that is equally suitable for both the club and casual listening. The song’s infectious groove is a standout, pulling listeners into its entrancing rhythm.
DJ MOSCOW, Frank Mabeat and Murumba Pitch recently appeared on Kwakhala Nyonini featuring B33kay SA and De Soul.
Throughout the album, DJ MOSCOW taps into the heart of amapiano, incorporating the log drum, soulful piano riffs, and shakers that define the genre. Tracks like “Kwakhala Nyonini,” featuring Murumba Pitch, Frank Mabeat, and B33kay SA, showcase MOSCOW’s ability to craft emotive soundscapes while maintaining a danceable rhythm. The song blends smooth vocals with rich instrumentation, building a layered, immersive experience for the listener.
Emaweni also highlights DJ MOSCOW’s collaborations with a diverse lineup of vocalists and producers. Each feature brings its own distinct flavor, adding to the album’s versatility. Tracks like “Umbono,” which includes the soothing vocals of Cnethemba Gonelo and elements of soul and jazz, create a rich emotional depth that contrasts with the more upbeat, bass-heavy tracks.
In addition to its amapiano core, the album features house-influenced tracks that maintain the high energy DJ MOSCOW is known for. Songs like “Kwakhala Nyonini” push the tempo up a notch, blending amapiano elements with house beats to create a fusion that is both vibrant and innovative.
The overall production on Emaweni is top-notch, with crisp, clean sound design that highlights each element of the complex rhythms and melodies. DJ MOSCOW’s attention to detail ensures that every track feels fresh while still maintaining the signature elements that make amapiano such a beloved genre worldwide.
DJ MOSCOW, Frank Mabeat & Murumba Pitch – Kwakhala Nyonini ft. B33kay SA & De Soul
DJ MOSCOW & Brandon Dhludhlu – Intliziyo
DJ MOSCOW & Cnethemba Gonelo – Emaweni ft. B33kay SA, Frank Mabeat, De Soul & Mzizi
DJ MOSCOW & Soa mattrix – Soka Lami ft. NANDI NDATHANE & Samu Walker
DJ MOSCOW, Brandon Dhludhlu & Cnethemba Gonelo – Ungangilimazi ft. Frank Mabeat
DJ MOSCOW & Brandon Dhludhlu – Indlela ft. Cnethemba Gonelo, Frank Mabeat & De Soul
DJ MOSCOW & Cnethemba Gonelo – Abuyile Amathonga ft. B33kay SA & De Soul
DJ MOSCOW & TBO – Uthando Lwakho ft. De Soul
DJ MOSCOW – Esinye Iskhathi ft. NANDI NDATHANE & B33kay SA
DJ MOSCOW – Long Way ft. Mzizi & Future Saxo
DJ MOSCOW – Ezinumbeni ft. Thebz rsa & Future Saxo
DJ MOSCOW – Lock Song ft. Mzizi
