Iza Ngamandla, loosely translated as “It’s Coming With Power” is a collaboration with KNZ Singer songwriter Sykes and JHB based DJ producer Vanco . DJ Lag once again seamlessly blends genres like 3Step and Afro Tech into a deeply rooted Gqom arrangement, touching the soul of South African soil through hard drum patterns and elevating melodies. Sykes, a rising power in the SA music scene has been on a tear with recent releases and most notably his smash hit with Dlala Thukzin, iPlan. Vanco, an Afro Tech veteran, has contributed additional production.
“I’ve had the idea for this song for a while now, Vanco and I worked on a similar song last year which was lost due to a computer crash and when we got back in the studio it shaped into something different. After Sykes laid down his vocals I took the song back and made some changes inspired by his writing and delivery. It evolved from being a beat driven production to a real song, as I wanted the arrangement to really tell a story and convey a powerful message” DJ Lag
