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Esa Presents Amandla: Music to the People
Artist
Various Artists
Label
Soundway Records
Catalogue Number
SNDWLP131D
Release Date
September 6, 2019

Esa Presents Amandla: Music To The People, a double vinyl electronic music compilation by DJ and producer Esa Williams.

Growing up in Cape Town, South Africa, during the last days of Apartheid, Esa recalls the immense power that music had in resisting oppression and division. “Amandla, Awethu”, which literally means “the power is ours”, was an ubiquitous chant echoing throughout the politically charged atmosphere of the time – a call to unite, and a call from which this release derives not only its title, but its intention as well.

“Music was a crucial way of bringing people and communities together”, reflects Esa, “and it’s what I hope to achieve with this compilation, too”.

For Esa Williams is not only a musical polymath but also passionate about connecting people through music. A skilled DJ, producer and educator, Esa has found ways of bringing people together and enhancing the talent present - from being a band leader, reigniting the legendary Ata Kak band from Ghana, or a collaborator with the likes of Tanzanian artist Mim Suleiman, to focusing his energy on electronic music-focused educational programmes in Cuba, Brazil, and East & South Africa.

The result is a rainbow of complementary electronic styles hailing from not only South Africa but further afield, including zouk from Brazil and the French Antilles, as well as Afro-futurism. Together, they form a comprehensive picture that connects the dots of Esa’s musical journey – from growing up in South Africa, to artists he has encountered in his worldwide travels who have helped develop his identity as a musician.

Tracks compiled and selected by Esa Williams. Artwork by Marko Vuleta-Djukanov. Mastering by Frank Merritt at The Carvery, London. Restoration by Neal Birnie at The Carvery, London

Digital Tracklist

  1. 1 Shilungu Penny Penny 5:18 Buy

    Shilungu

  2. 2 Accuse (Instrumental) Alaska 6:14 Buy

    Accuse (Instrumental)

  3. 3 Tucheza (Esa Extended Mix) Ze Spirits Band 4:57 Buy

    Tucheza (Esa Extended Mix)

  4. 4 Sîfó Nonku Phiri 4:28 Buy

    Sîfó

  5. 5 Melo Do Anjo (Outra Edit) Os Panteras 5:00 Buy

    Melo Do Anjo (Outra Edit)

  6. 6 Lague Yo (Boulo Edit) Pascal Latour 5:55 Buy

    Lague Yo (Boulo Edit)

  7. 7 Yera Masalo 6:25 Buy

    Yera

  8. 8 Pantsula Traxx Esa 4:35 Buy

    Pantsula Traxx

  9. 9 Cheeks Narchbeats 3:38 Buy

    Cheeks

  10. 10 #Justsnares DJ Spoko 3:57 Buy

    #Justsnares

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