LELOWHATSGOOD REDEFINES GQOM WITH NEW DROP REBIRTH IS NECESSARY – OUT NOW
The five-track project expands the language, rhythm and possibilities of one of South Africa’s most influential genres. Creative, DJ, SAMA-nominated artist and cultural trailblazer Lelowhatsgood has officially released his highly anticipated EP, Rebirth Is Necessary. Following the success of his critically acclaimed, SAMA-nominated EP Next Level and the release of lead single Ba Ko Kae, Rebirth Is Necessary marks Lelo’s most ambitious body of work to date. Across five tracks, the project challenges conventional understandings of Gqom by broadening its linguistic and sonic landscape, creating an immersive listening experience that feels both deeply rooted in South African dance music and boldly future-facing. For decades, Gqom has largely been defined by its unmistakable rhythms and vocal performances delivered predominantly in isiZulu and isiXhosa. While honouring the foundations of the genre, Lelowhatsgood expands its creative possibilities by introducing more languages and flui...