Bantwanas means children of Africa; it’s a collective of African songwriters and musicians with Blanka Mazimela on the production. The collective’s sound is both danceable and soulful, capturing the essence of South African musical heritage while innovating within the electronic music genre. Frequently collaborating with various artists and musicians from South Africa and beyond, these collaborations help to enrich their sound and bring diverse influences into their music. Their new track “Mama” is included in “Cosmos”, new Cercle Records compilation out September 2024, Monday 9th.
Who and who inspired you to become a band?
We think seeing bands such as Rufus Du Sol, Roisin Murphy and Moloko really inspired us to start the band and become who we are today.
Which kind of music did you listen when teenager?
Namely Brenda Fassie, Miriam Makeba, Moby, Carl Cox to mention a few.
And now?
Now we listen to various artists including the likes of BTS, Rufus Du Sol and WhoMadeWho.
Which platform do you use to listen to music?
Spotify and Apple Music
Why Africa is becoming so important in the electronic music scene?
We think the world is gravitating towards African infused electronic music. The rich new sounds coming from Africa have the attention of everyone around the world. The sounds coming from Africa are truly authentic.
Your favourite djs and producers?
WhoMadeWho, Andhim, &friends.
Your favourite clubs and festivals?
Burning Man, Cercle Festival, Glastonbury, Tomorrowland.
The most important record in your box?
Bantwanas – Mama.
Your alltime favourite track?
Rufus Du Sol – Innerbloom.
How to send you promos?
We always send these out to our producer friends.
Your favourites: food / actor / football team / tv series.
Food: Umngqusho (Samp & beans)
Actor: Morgan Freeman
Football Team: Real Madrid
TV Series – Schits Creek
Your hobbies?
Writing music and playing the piano.
Your upcoming projects?
We have a few projects coming out on Bantwanas Kollektiv, Cercle.
Your life long dream?
Touring the world with our music.
