Bongeziwe Mabandla received a notable co-sign after his 2012 release “Ngawe Mama” was highlighted by Fred again..during a recent interview with Derrick Gee. Fred again.., widely regarded as one of the most influential producers of his generation, has helped shape contemporary electronic music through emotionally driven, genre-blurring work and collaborations with some of the world’s most respected artists.
Fred again.. and Bongeziwe Mabandla have previously worked together briefly, with the two artists sharing a mutual admiration for each other’s craft — rooted in their shared commitment to emotional depth and honest songwriting.
During the interview, Fred again.. was breaking down some of his favourite songs when he singled out “Ngawe Mama”as a standout. Speaking on Bongeziwe’s work, he described him as an “incredible” singer and songwriter, highlighting the lasting power of a song released over a decade ago.
The interview took place on Derrick Gee’s YouTube channel, which has amassed over 133,000 followers and has featured conversations with globally recognised artists such as Lorde and beabadoobee. Fred again..’s inclusion of “Ngawe Mama” within this context further underscores the song’s enduring resonance across generations and genres.
The moment serves as a powerful reminder of Bongeziwe Mabandla’s timeless artistry — proof that his talent and skill continue to connect deeply, long after the song’s original release.
