Zim musician Intercessor teams up with Japanese DJ 3D_Aka_Uchu for new track

Zimbabwean musician Intercessor is expanding his reach in the international music scene through an exciting collaboration with Japanese DJ 3D_Aka_Uchu (real name Takaya Fujimoto). The duo has joined forces on a track titled Ngeke Balale, featuring Lance Hebron and De Bablyy, set for release next Friday.

Speaking from his base in South Africa, Intercessor described the track as a festive season party anthem, encouraging people to enjoy quality time during the holidays.

“The song is a weekend party anthem about celebrating and dancing non-stop through the festive season,” he said.

Intercessor credited digital platforms for connecting him with DJ 3D_Aka_Uchu.

“After I released Mawoko on The King of Amapiano YouTube channel, 3D_Aka_Uchu reached out, interested in remixing it with soulful piano elements. He then sent me a beat, and I built the vocals around it, leading to Ngeke Balale, which is a true club banger,” said Intercessor.

DJ 3D_Aka_Uchu is known for his work with South African Amapiano artistes like Tman Xpress, Vusinator, and Mgiftoz SA. In 2020, he launched Japan’s first Amapiano-focused party series, YAMAPIANO, in Yamaguchi. Since then, he has released an EP and collaborated with over 40 African artistes, consistently releasing new projects.

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