Kwaito is a music genre that originated from Johannesburg, South Africa in early 1990s. It is based on American house music (aka Garage music) beats, albeit typically at a slower tempo than those usually found in house music, and additionally contains melodious and percussive African samples which are looped, deep bass lines and often vocals. The vocals are shouted or chanted rather than sung or rapped. The name Kwaito is derived from the Afrikaans slang word Kwaai, meaning cool

This selection features some of the greatest hits and artists:
Makoma - Napesi; Natamboli, Clap Song ... and more.
Brenda Fassie - Vulindela, Monate Kwaito (Remix), Sum' Bulala ... and more.
Yvonne Chaka Chaka - Umquomboti, Thank you Mr. DJ.


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