Defected

Weaving rhythmic pulsations, African instruments and evocative melodies, DJ Gregory's iconic "Tourment d'Amour" has transcended borders and turned dancefloors into sanctuaries of expression over time. Africanism and MoBlack revisit the timeless anthem, presenting a deftly curated set of remixes. Adapted through the lens of Afro-techno and Amapiano, "Tourment d'Amour" reimagined, finds new ways to further ignite dancefloors, celebrating the duality and universality of love, and leaving eternal imprints of connection with and within.  South African DJ/Producer Mpho.wav translates "Tourment d'Amour" through the hypnotic vernacular of Afro-techno. Combining instinctive drumming and percussion with driving basslines, and immersive electronic soundscapes, Mpho.wav's Afrotech remix creates a dynamic groove and a vibrant interaction between past and present, intuition and trance. In his reinterpretation, MoBlack infuses the enigmatic essence of Amapiano into "Tourment d'Amour." Poignant melodies, the heartbeat of Amapiano, delve into the core of human longing, while seductive synths, soulful vocal cuts, and ethereal pads evoke waves of nostalgic introspection. In a world that yearns for connection and understanding, "Tourment d'Amour" and its offspring leave no soul untouched, sparking a profound dance between desire and rhythm.  Press by Marie J Floro. Produced by DJ Gregory (Gregory Darsa). Words by Salome De Bahia. Engineered by Julien Jabre. Additional production by Mpho.wav and MoBlack. Mastering by Daniele Mattiuzzi. Executive Producer MoBlack. Distributed by Muting The Noise.

Universal Music Division Decca Records France Afro House

"Kumeleli" brings MoBlack together with Zamna Soundsystem in a piece that moves with quiet insistence, unfolding on fertile ground. Built on Afro house foundations, the track draws on intuitive rhythms and instinctive textures that feel rooted in landscape and ritual. Striking piano lines cut through with clarity, shaping fluid climaxes that rise and fall naturally. Oluhle's fervent voice carries the melodies forward, moving between hushed intensity and open, airy release. Fleeting synth layers flash across the arrangement, adding color and contrast while keeping the mood enigmatic yet vibrant, as an angelic chorus weaves quietly through the track. There's a gentle continuity beneath the surface-never rushed, never fixed-where earthy percussion and open atmospheres coexist. Like the world it evokes, the music keeps moving as it grows, rooted, present and quietly alive. Artwork by Rachael D'Alessandro. Words by Marie Floro. Mastering by Wave Life Studio. Executive Producer Mimmo Falcone. Distribution by Muting The Noise.