This great banger, Thand’Umuntu, was released by the super outstanding South African musician and recording artist ShaunMusiq
Amapiano Scene Lately, Miikey Ndlovu has been busy in the Amapiano Scene lately, popping up on a few projects around the same time as this one. Mlooda’s got that kind of momentum too, popping up on several high-profile collabs recently. The pairing of two active names like this gives the track tremendous weight.
The speed quickens here on ShaunMusiq – Thand’Umuntu, sitting faster than a lot of the album’s previous pieces at a brisker, more aggressive pace. The change gives “Thand’Umuntu” a new vibe compared to the more mellow music surrounding it. It’s a nice change of pace for the broader project.
The quicker pace doesn’t loosen the arrangement; nothing feels rushed or sloppy. That control at increased pace speaks something about his abilities behind the boards.
Miikey Ndlovu and Mlooda both add true intensity to the vocal side, complementing the quicker speed of the track. Neither voice is trying to outdo the other; they merely naturally take turns over the beat. It’s a nice burst of energy in the middle of the tracklist. That variation prevents “Missing Piece” from feeling repetitious.
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