Genre Spotlight
Electronic & Experimental
Future Sounds of Mzansi
Pushing the boundaries of sound with Gqom, Shangaan Electro, and other avant-garde styles. South Africa is a global hub for electronic music innovation.
The Story of SA Electronic
Gqom: Emerged from Durban, a dark, minimal, and raw sound.
Shangaan Electro: High-speed dance music from Limpopo.
Global Influence: These unique sounds have influenced international producers and club culture.
Visual Timeline / Archival Footage
What Defines SA Electronic
Innovation
Breaking rules and creating new sonic textures.
Rhythm
Unconventional and broken beats.
Energy
High-energy music designed for dance battles and clubs.
Electronic's Cultural Footprint
Puts South Africa on the map as a center for avant-garde electronic music.
Influences global club trends.
Artists Defining SA Electronic
The innovators.
Contemporary
DJ Lag
Pioneer of Gqom.
Contemporary
Nozinja
Creator of Shangaan Electro.
Contemporary
Spoek Mathambo
Afro-futurist artist pushing boundaries.
The Diversity Within Electronic
From dark tech to high-speed dance.
Gqom
Shangaan Electro
Afro-Tech
Sub-genre Visualization
Electronic Success Stories
Global underground hits.
Gqom conquers Europe
Durban producers touring major European clubs and festivals.