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 of 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.
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.
One such artist is South African icon Penny Penny, whose kwaito house anthem "Shilungu" has been made available for the first time on vinyl since its original 2001 release - both on Amandla, as well as on the compilation's 12" teaser released by Soundway in May 2019.
- Format Detail: Double vinyl (140g), 12" insert, slip sleeve
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- Released: 1/11/19
- Genre: Dance & Electronic
- Format: Vinyl
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