One of the foundations of the Afrocentric Records label roster. Kates Le Cafe is a master of many genres wether it’s Gqom alongside the Kapsule Boyz or Soulful House with Dr Sekza, his unique production talents shine through .
For his third release on the label he gives us a 3 tracker which showcases his production skills to their full extent.
First up is the lead track Bad Samaritans - A Driving, pounding , pumping Afro House workout , built around an incessant percussion loop which builds and builds to create a soundscape that draws you in.
He shows he deeper side in Abaphansi which has been catching heat from Dj’s when sent out on limited promo earlier this year . Deep Afro at its finest all built around a ceaseless organ stab which builds into a crescendo of sound, supplemented by some dark string work which takes the listener deep into the vibe.
To close the package we have a straight up percussive and afro acid workout. The Exorcism, with its “Acid” sounding lead chord holding the track together alongside Kate’s intricate drum work, this one is not for the faint hearted .
Kates Lè Cafè
Perfect Nhlakanipho Mhlongo AKA Kates Lè Cafè was in 1994, Raised at Newlands West, Durban, South Africa . He was and Touched by Music at a young age.
He was introduced to music production in 2008 by TonicVolts and Hasn't looked back since. He has released on Afrocentric Records, Samara,Sensual Nudes and Dasm labels .
Mainly Known For his Dark Afro sounds/Beats fused with some Tech elements he is also known for His Mellow Jazzy Chords, his Funky Bass's & timeless symphonies which gives his songs their own distinct characteristics and makes his music sound very unique.
The Founder of the Kapsule Boyz a key player in SA Gqom Music Scene. He has collaborated with upcoming underground artists TonicVolts (Moblack Records) & Mdeeh(Dasm Records ) and is inspired by the likes Ezel, Hallex M, Wipe The Needle and Jonny Montana.
Kates Le Cafe - Bad Samaritan will be released on Afrocentric Records on pre order to Traxsource on 17th April 2020 for pre-order and general release on the 8th May 2020
