

Isgubhu, a Zulu word meaning “beat”, celebrates an evergreen and ever-growing set of dance and electronic genres and subgenres sweeping the continent, from amapiano, gqom and Afro-house to kwaito, Shangaan electro and more. This week, the playlist features a special Zakes Bantwini remix of Sting’s 1999 hit “Desert Rose”. If you’re looking for more Zakes Bantwini, check out the producer’s recently released Echoes of Botanical Gardens with Skye Wanda. In the meantime, hear Zakes Bantwini’s take on “Desert Rose” on the Isgubhu playlist now. Listen up, and if you hear something you like, add it to your library.