Kelvin Momo’s Thato Ya Modimo is a landmark 29-track Amapiano album released on May 30, 2025. Spanning nearly four hours, the project is a bold and immersive statement that exemplifies Momo’s mastery of the “private school” Amapiano subgenre—a refined, soulful, and jazz-infused variant of the broader Amapiano sound.
Kelvin Momo and Da Muziqal Chef recently appeared on Emhlabeni featuring Thatohatsi and Tracy.
The production throughout the project is marked by layered instrumentation, delicate piano arrangements, ambient pads, and restrained yet effective log drum patterns. Momo carefully curates an atmosphere that prioritizes mood, elegance, and storytelling over commercial trends. Each artist brings a unique vocal or instrumental contribution, but all are cohesively woven into Momo’s sonic vision.
This album is not only a showcase of Kelvin Momo’s growth as a producer and composer, but also a testament to Amapiano’s capacity for depth and narrative. With Thato Ya Modimo, Momo cements his position as one of the genre’s most innovative and spiritually resonant figures.
ALBUM: Kelvin Momo – Thato Ya Modimo
Kelvin Momo & Yallunder – Buya
Kelvin Momo, Tycoon & Omit ST – Emakhaya (feat. Cnethemba Gonelo & Mr Maker)
Kelvin Momo & Sir Trill – Imvula (feat. Ciniso)
Kelvin Momo & Jinger Stone – Take Me To The River
Kelvin Momo & Mashudu – Flight Mode (feat. Tycoon & Omit ST)
Kelvin Momo & Da Muziqal Chef – Emhlabeni (feat. Thatohatsi & Tracy)
Kelvin Momo & Kabza De Small – Ethongweni (feat. Cnethemba Gonelo)
Kelvin Momo & Babalwa M – Mkhuzeni (feat. Da Muziqal Chef)
Kelvin Momo – Empini (feat. Thatohatsi)
Kelvin Momo & Tycoon – Modimo (feat. Sir Trill & Murumba Pitch)
Kelvin Momo – Ndonwabile (feat. Raspy & Babalwa M)
Kelvin Momo & Nvcho – Uvalo (feat. Stixx)
Kelvin Momo, Babalwa M & Omit ST – Bubbles
Kelvin Momo – Soweto Grooves 3.0
Kelvin Momo & Murumba Pitch – Ngtjele
Kelvin Momo – Khuluma Nam (feat. GL_Ceejay)
Kelvin Momo – Awake (feat. Poizen & Earful Soul)
Kelvin Momo & Jinger Stone – Bring Me Back To Life (feat. Omit ST)
Kelvin Momo – Kgosi Yadi Kgosi (feat. Daliwonga, Mawhoo & Jinger Stone)
Kelvin Momo – Peak Hour (feat. Maremo Violin)
Kelvin Momo – That Thing (feat. Marvin, Rio Reeves & Mano)
Kelvin Momo – Amagama (feat. Mr Maker)
Kelvin Momo & Nontokozo Mkhize – Thandolwam
Kelvin Momo – Izintho (feat. Mkeyz & Mzizi)
Kelvin Momo – Clap & Tap
Kelvin Momo – Emotions (Prettyboy Zara)
Kelvin Momo & Omit ST – Jaiva
Kelvin Momo & Bandros – Sbeba (feat. Jumo Da Man)
Kelvin Momo & Bandros – Hello (feat. Brandon Dhludhlu)
