Black Espresso and Ami Faku Have a good time South African Heritage With Rework of Apartheid-Period Protest Anthem

“This track symbolizes the reward of music.”

That is how Black Espresso referred to Letta Mbulu and Caiphus Semenya’s “There’s Music In The Air,” a protest anthem for the anti-apartheid motion written by the South African musicians in 1976. In the present day, alongside fellow South African artist Ami Faku, the Grammy-winning DJ and dance music producer has launched his personal rework of the historic single through Gallo Document Firm.

Marked by a spirit-stirring afro-soul association of laid-back percussion rhythms and retro synths, the track is customized for sun-drenched strolls and afternoon unwinds. “There’s music within the air / It makes the sorrow go / Let the music take you there / Removed from the world you realize,” Faku angelically harmonizes. Her voice floats crystal clear above pillowy textures and sultry instrumentals.