Shakes & Les MKHAYA Album

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Shakes & Les‘ most recent album, MKHAYA, is a powerful demonstration of Amapiano‘s depth and adaptability.

This CD delves into the emotional and cultural depth of South Africa’s popular genre, offering more than simply a compilation of dance music. It is a well chosen trip. MKHAYA is a bold endeavour that blends complex production, poignant lyrics, and an array of vocal techniques, all of which add to the album’s richness.

The album captivates with its rich, multi-layered instrumentation right away. Shakes & Les are masters at crafting evocative soundscapes; atmosphere is clearly established via the use of subdued traditional African rhythms, dreamy synthesisers, and deep log drums.

The duo skilfully strikes a balance between Amapiano‘s upbeat energy and more reflective passages, enabling the album to flow naturally from one song to the next. Their producing skills are on full display with a blend of dancefloor-ready, high-energy tunes and more sombre, softer pieces.

The features, which range from well-known artists to up-and-coming vocalists, go well with the lush, catchy beats, preventing the album from becoming monotonous.

Songs like “Izandla” and “Buya” are notable for the emotional impact they have due to the vocalists’ sincere performances.

Conversely, happier songs with powerful basslines and catchy log drumming give exciting breaks and maintain a high level of intensity throughout.

MKHAYA Album Tracklist

1. Shakes & Les & Mthunzi – Buya
2. Shakes & Les – Inkulu Lendaba (feat. Mashudu)
3. Shakes & Les & Lusanda – Whisper Your Name
4. Shakes & Les – 1245
5. Shakes & Les & Sipho Magudulela – Sek’se Duze Mp3 (feat. Nkosazana Daughter)
6. Shakes & Les & Zee Nxumalo – Dubane Mp3 (feat. Djy Biza)
7. Shakes & Les – 1214
8. Shakes & Les, Djy Biza & Mthunzi – Imibuzo Mp3 (feat. Lusanda)
9. Shakes & Les & Mashudu – Intliziyo Yam
10. Shakes & Les & Young Stunna – Thando Awpheli Mp3 (feat. LeeMcKrazy)
11. Shakes & Les & Djy Biza – Abadala (feat. Tracy, Thatohatsi & Springle)
12. Shakes & Les & Raspy – Dedela
13. Shakes & Les & Mthunzi – Imali Yam (feat. Spizzy)
14. Shakes & Les – MKHAYA