REMIXES 2024: A New Year with New Musical Frontiers
Explore M2KR's latest endeavour - a soul-stirring tribute to the late Moses Taiwa Molelekwa. This third instalment in their remix series is more than a homage; it's a journey through the heartbeats of Afro-Jazz, as pioneered by Molelekwa in the vibrant 1990s. His debut album "Finding One's Self" and the groundbreaking "Genes And Spirits" were more than music; they were narratives of cultural fusion, blending jazz with the rhythmic pulses of kwaito. Molelekwa's genius lies not just in his awards but in his legacy, inspiring a generation of musicians like Nduduzo Makhathini.
The Remixes:
1. T-Drum aka Dave Tempo - Down Rockey Street T-
Drum's Ghetto Mix)
Composers: Moses Taiwa Molelekwa & Thapelo Nkala
2.Deeper Kings - Sogra (Flora Purim Mix)
Composers: Moses Taiwa Molelekwa, Mphodisa Frans Boshomane & Morena Eric Lenkoe
The essence of this mix is a cross-continental dialogue between Molelekwa and the Brazilian jazz legends Flora Purim and Airto Moreira, echoing their first collaboration in the 90s.

3. Sphecific - Itumeleng Remix
Composers: Moses Taiwa Molelekwa & Siphelele Herbert
Here, Sphecific infuses a tapestry of Dub Techno and Deep House, echoing the urban landscapes that inspired Molelekwa.

4. SLASHISTICKS - Tsala Retake
Composers: Moses Taiwa Molelekwa & Thabo Eugene Sakwane
A gentle, vocal-free rendition, SLASHISTICKS' remix is a mellow journey through the soundscape of Tsala, blending house with jazz aesthetics.

5. Shamrock Guitor - Spirit Of Tembisa (Afro Mix)
Composers: Moses Taiwa Molelekwa & Thembinkosi Shamrock Ndala
Shamrock Ndala brings a unique fusion of live guitar and house, a true testament to Molelekwa's versatile influence.

6. Jul Dillier - Rapela Revisited
Composers: Moses Taiwa Molelekwa & Julian Dillier

Jul Dillier offers an acoustic, international homage featuring a collaboration that includes Molelekwa's son, Zoe. At M2KR, our approach to REMIXES is embracing all forms and genres. A prime example of this is the final track of EPISODE THREE, an acoustic piece dedicated to Moses Taiwa Molelekwa, composed and performed by Jul Dillier. Dillier, a Swiss pianist, composer, and sound artist based in Vienna, Austria, and Central Switzerland, has a rich history of musical collaboration. In 2016, he joined a group of Swiss and South African musicians, touring Southern Africa under the FOREST JAM project. During this tour, the band recorded a rendition of Moses Taiwa Molelekwa's song "Wa Mpona" at Matchume Zango's studio in Maputo. Jul Dillier was responsible for arranging this version, which featured vocals by Cyril Michel. Adding a familial touch, the track also includes contributions from Moses' son, Zoe Molelekwa, on an additional keyboard. To experience this unique tribute, visit Jul Dillier's acoustic dedication on Spotify or Apple Music.

This collection is not merely a series of remixes; it's a continuance of Moses Taiwa Molelekwa's visionary journey, a testament to the enduring relevance of his music. His influence transcends time, nurturing the roots and branches of Jazz and beyond.