South African musical tradition meets the contemporary vision of an Italian DJ and producer deeply rooted in underground House culture. One of the songs recorded by the original line-up of the band Amampondo in the 1980s has been remixed by DJ Stefano Ranieri from Italy. On October 23, the remix of “Igazi Lemvana” by Amampondo, reimagined, will be released on all digital platforms. A music ink below to the popular providers. Originally from Langa, Cape Town, Amampondo are known for their musical exploration of African traditions, percussion, and the sounds of their homeland Pondoland. With this remix, Ranieri brings his own production sensibility into dialogue with a rich and distinctive rhythmic dance floor heritage. With over three decades behind the decks, Stefano Ranieri has built his career around House Music and its many expressions, from Afro House to Deep and Soulful House, maintaining an independent vision and commitment to sonic exploration. Stefano who is ba...
DRAFT Not for publication ! 13/10/26 - Embargoed to 25th October 2026. A debut for streaming and download of a live recording by this celebrated Cape Town born, New York based, Jazz Saxophonist will be available on the 25th of October 2026. It's a special day, Morris's birthday, and it's a very special birthday, 90 years on the planet! Although Morris made a life and career for himself in the USA, he nevertheless has kept his contacts and inspiration that the Cape (South Africa) gave him in his early music experiences. He has been closely involved as a musician with such names as, Dollar Brand (Mannenberg), Hugh Masekela, Harry Belafonte, Tony Bird, Paul Simon and many others . Below a link to some of the story. This is the album of his band Ojoyo recorded in Grahamstown at the annual arts festival there. Titled African Gold , Ojoyo live in Africa , and featuring a star line-up. As Mountain Records we are delighted to promote this release of Mo...