Zee Nxumalo took over Southwark Park for Piano People on Friday Aug 28, London’s biggest amapiano festival, delivering an unforgettable performance for fans. Alongside her set, Platoon brought a slice of South African culture to the festival with Zee’s Spaza—a vibrant pop-up where fans could snap photos with Zee, play games for prizes, and stock up on SA festival essentials and snacks. A true celebration of South African culture, community, and amapiano in the heart of London.
"I made this song to bookmark the time I spent getting to know and get comfortable with anger that’s lived deep within me for a while but has been suppressed for many years and many reasons. This song is like a condensed version of that process." -BINA.
Garage legend MJ Cole and visionary producer A. K. Paul join forces on "Talk To Us." A bold fusion of club-ready electronic beats, deep bass, and raw left-field guitar hooks.
By Any Means” brings together Dezzie, Izzpot and Clavish for a gritty, unapologetic track about ambition, survival and the relentless pursuit of success. Over a hard-hitting, energetic production, the three artists reflect on the lengths they’ve had to go to, the pressure that comes with wanting more, and the mindset of making it by any means necessary. It’s a statement of hunger and determination - no shortcuts, no handouts, just doing whatever it takes to get to the top.
Blending warm jazz-house grooves, smooth saxophone touches and a laid-back house rhythm, “Sequoia” radiates effortless positivity. Sophisticated yet uplifting, this track captures the perfect balance between organic musicianship and modern electronic production, making it an ideal soundtrack for sunny days and relaxed evenings.
"Abantu Bethu" is an anthem for all African people, understanding that our liberation has always been in solidarity with one another. Once again a powerful collaboration amongst the Abantu recording camp artists who represent the diasporas of South Africa, Zimbabwe, Malawi, Zambia, Botswana, Kenya, Uganda and many more nations.