A space where spirituality, community and cultural appreciation converge.
Abantu Sessions is an immersive underground African electronic music event series and cultural platform. The name Abantu comes from the Zulu word meaning people, reflecting its core mission of connecting individuals through music.
At its heart, Abantu Sessions celebrates the diverse landscape of African electronic dance music, showcasing genres like Afro-House, Afro-Tech, Amapiano, Gqom, and Singeli.
ABANTU SESSION playlist
Abantu Sessions offers a dynamic exploration of Africa’s underground electronic music revolution, curating playlists that pulse with the continent’s most boundary-pushing sounds. From the frenetic, machine-gun rhythms of Tanzanian Singeli to the hypnotic basslines of South African Amapiano and Gqom, our selections dive deep into the grassroots movements shaping the future of African electronica. Discover the soul-stirring depths of Afro-House and Afro-Tech, or lose yourself in the raw, experimental energy of genres emerging from Lagos, Nairobi, and Johannesburg’s underground hubs.
Each playlist is a journey through distinct sonic landscapes, bridging Estonian listeners to Africa’s thriving nocturnal ecosystems and the innovators redefining its musical identity. We spotlight the interplay of ancestral rhythms and futuristic production, crafting sets that oscillate between meditative grooves and peak-time intensity.
Whether you’re chasing the transcendent thump of a warehouse rave or the textured layers of homegrown innovation, Abantu Sessions channels the uncompromising spirit of Africa’s electronic vanguard—where tradition collides with tomorrow, and every beat tells a story.
