Afro House is on the Rise -- You love it and don't even know it!
It's May! Taurus Season has me extra passionate.
With a growing global network of artists, Afro House has paved its way onto dance floors and DJ decks across the world.All across Africa, accomplished DJs are taking the continent by storm and inspiring international artists to venture into the world of afro house.
In South Africa, Afro house is everywhere — clubs, shops, salons, cars on the road, and homes. But while Afro House is woven into the fabric of everyday life in Africa and has left its mark on global mainstream music, it doesn't always get the recognition it deserves elsewhere.
Inspired by House music from the 80s and 90s in the US, Afro House emerged in the late 2000s and is known for its intricate drum patterns and organic percussions. It was birthed as a fusion of African rhythms and melodies with the contemporary sounds of House music, drawing from eclectic blends and sounds of subcultures and musical genres.
Afro House is rich with soulful beats that are rooted South Africa’s culture, which resonates with the collective aspirations of a nation emerging from the shadows of apartheid while embodying the spirit of newfound freedom and optimism.
Pioneers such as Black Coffee, Culoe De Song, and Boddhi Satva have been key players in putting Afro House on the global map while blending tradition with innovation. Their creative approach to deep house with African rhythms and vocals has not only inspired new artists, but also contributed to the genre's rise in popularity worldwide. Their music inspire a sense of unity and collaboration across borders, while empowering others to harness their own creativity and resources to command attention and build community wherever they go.
The rise in popularity of Afro House also shows how digital platforms and social media can spread music genres that used to be limited to certain areas of the world.
🎶 A Playlist
Explore some Afro House sounds with this Spotify playlist curated by DESCENDANTS Records.
YEEEEES!! It's all over the world!!