Afro Tech from Aytiwan

Belgium-based artist Aytiwan has become as a leading figure in the Afro house and Afro tech scenes, delivering an original sound that’s struck a chord with fans around the world. Starting his musical journey under the alias Nico P, Aytiwan reintroduced himself in 2022 with the debut single “Ilanga,” opening an exciting new chapter in his musical story.

Over the past couple of years, he’s shared multiple impressive original tracks and remixes, clocking over a million spins of his music online. One of Aytiwan’s breakout moments came when Black Coffee played Kususa’s remix of Aytiwan’s track “Iphathi” at Madison Square Garden. This collaboration with Kenyan vocalist Idd Aziz became a global phenomenon, echoing across iconic destinations like Ibiza, Mykonos and Dubai.

The track also earned a coveted spot on the prestigious Hï Ibiza Spotify playlist, confirming its status as a modern Afro House anthem. Endorsed by legendary acts and with regular shows on Belgium’s RTBF – Tipik, Aytiwan has become a key name on the Deep In Your Soul label while collaborating with artists like Lizwi and Nomvula.

Now, Aytiwan continues his exciting journey with his latest release, “Mayenzeke,” a collaboration with South African talents G-Wash10 and Tabia. Released through the revered Madorasindahouse imprint, one of the premier Afro House labels worldwide, “Mayenzeke” distils Aytiwan’s ability to blend rhythmic innovation with production flair. This Afro tech cut unites the unique strengths of its collaborators, creating a track that’s a celebration of the style’s expansive appeal.

G-Wash10, a Johannesburg-based producer, contributes infectious melodies and rhythms inspired by South Africa’s musical traditions while Tabia’s soaring vocals anchor the track throughout. Sliding into an immersive groove with deep bass textures, punching rhythms and Tabia’s soulful vocals, the track immediately sets up an enveloping soundscape that gradually progressive with hypnotic synths and swelling energy.

Serving up a mesmeric, trance-inducing sound, the arrangement dips back to reveal a dreamy moment of airy vocal melodies and subdued percussion before bringing in the marching stabbed beats and stacked instrumentation in the finale. It’s a stellar Afro tech outing that sees Aytiwan, G-Wash10 and Tabia deliver a powerful and truly gripping listening experience from start to finish.

Listen to Mayenzeke below

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