Hackatone and Idd Aziz fuse Afro and Tech House in new release "Wakati"

DJ and producer Hackatone, together with collaborator Idd Aziz, is proudly presenting their new release “Wakati” - out on Friday, July 12th 2024, on 2Dutch.

Fusion a unique blend of African vibes with a modern house sound, the incredibly fresh track features a variety of instruments and techniques such as percussion framed by chromatic synths and a variety of sounds from the wild, "giving the track the untamed energy of the savanna."

Inspired by the desire to feel and convey the atmosphere of the great African outdoors, Hackatone aimed to create a record that is modern and innovative. "I wanted this track not just to match current trends, but to push the music industry forward. I think I succeeded," he says. 

“Wakati” embodies a variety of contemporary musical trends, with Hackatone striving to make the track “as modern as possible." 

The summery and infectious track is out now and can be found on all digital platforms. Listen here.