Written by: KiloBase
Lloyd BW’s latest release, More (Remixes), brings together an impressive ensemble of South African producers and DJs, each infusing their unique flair into Kali Mija's original track. The remix package is a testament to the diverse range of talent within South Africa's house music scene, featuring Kojo Akusa, C-Moody, Salvador, SpheraQ, AndileAndy, Tahir Jones, and Wapo Jije.
The collection starts with a soulful remix by Kojo Akusa, who skillfully combines ambient synths, Kali's voice, and playful drums and bass. The result is a soulful masterpiece perfect for starting a dj set, or even closing it. It is also perfect for an early morning drive back home.
This is followed by what some fans titled “the best remix in the pack”, which is a banger by ‘sharpshooter’, C-Moody. C-Moody’s take is 100% what South African Deep Tech is all about right now, it just slaps from start to finish!
Salvador takes the baton from C-Moody, with a power dub version. He incorporates select vocals from the original as ad-libs, creating a vibe that stands out, particularly after the bridge. What blissful madness from Salvador.
Fourth in the pack is a blessing from SpheraQ, SpheraQ’s version has a mark of a slowed down rave anthem. Filled with emotions, this remix is sure to resonate with listeners and will become a go-to track for many.
Picture: Kali Mija
AndileAndy surprises with his Afro-tech house remix, an unexpected twist considering he’s not typically associated with this type of Afro Tech. The chanting drums and hamming vocals give the track a spiritual quality that makes me stand up whenever I hear it. AndileAndy also provides a second remix that diverges from the Afro version, incorporating the sounds more commonly associated with his work.
Tahir Jones delves deep with a remix that captivates listeners from the first note. The bassline is hypnotic, making this remix a must-have for fans of deep, raw house music. If you enjoyed Tahir’s "She Was Wrong About U," this remix will hit the spot.
Wapo Jije rounds out the package with a mix that showcases his signature deep house sound. His remix was quickly embraced by DJs, with many citing it as their favourite.
Overall, we had fun putting this pack together, and I found that there is a remix for every dj set.
A huge thanks to Kali and all the producers who contributed to this exceptional collection.
Feedback from the Djs:
JustMo: “Lloyd BW, Kali Mija, Tahir Jones - More (Tahir Jones Remix) Wow, solid project!”
Super Days: “Lloyd BW, Kali Mija, WAPO Jije - More (WAPO Jije Remix) - Yerr Wapo Jije Is Something Else🤘💯🐐”
Andy Compton: “Lloyd BW, Kali Mija, Kojo Akusa - More (Kojo Akusa Remix) very dope!!”
Blackjean: “Lloyd BW, Kali Mija, Kojo Akusa - More (Kojo Akusa Remix) Nice, all mixes are dope but my fav is by Kojo Akusa! Fireeee!”
Mood Dusty: “Lloyd BW, Kali Mija, WAPO Jije - More (WAPO Jije Remix) - Dope Package”
Joonya T: “Lloyd BW, Kali Mija, AndileAndy - More (AndileAndy Afro Mix) - Dope Riddim !”
Vinny Da Vinci: “Lloyd BW, Kali Mija, Salvador - More (Salvador's Nu-Dub Mix) POWER PACKAGE!!!”