SA: DJ Fresh drops new EP RE:Fresh

It features the lead single ‘Mama (Thabiso)’, a soulful Afro-house anthem which is “a heartfelt tribute to the memory of an extraordinary woman: Thabiso, the mother of his children. The track is more than just a song; it’s an ode to the enduring love, strength, and sacrifice of mothers.”

Featuring the powerful, bilingual vocals of Kyle Deutsch (English) and LindAlive (isiZulu), ‘Mama (Thabiso)’ resonates deeply with universal themes of maternal love and encouragement. Produced by DJ Fresh and long-time collaborator Shona SA, the song is a poignant reminder of the pivotal role mothers play in shaping lives and supporting dreams.

“This track is about Mom’s love, her encouragement, the memories she leaves behind, and her sacrifices,” DJ Fresh said. “It’s a dedication to Thabiso, whom my kids lovingly called ‘Mama’. After her passing, this felt like the perfect way to honour her and create something that celebrates moms everywhere. Maybe, just maybe, this becomes the new anthem for Mother’s Day next year.”

The EP carries even deeper significance, as it is inspired by DJ Fresh’s children, with each track named after one of them. However, ‘Mama (Thabiso)’ stands out as a full-circle moment. DJ Fresh reflects on his journey with Kyle Deutsch, whose first song was championed by Fresh on 5FM nearly 15 years ago. Now, the two reunite on a track that combines soaring vocals, poignant storytelling, and Afro House rhythms to create a global anthem.

Shona SA said: “This song has to be one of the most special songs to me, cause having been raised by a single mom from the very young age of 5, I owe basically everything to my Mother. And the fact that I lost my Mother at the very young age of 11, and having absorbed so much from her, I still feel like I missed out a lot. Every single year, Mother’s Day is a hard day to get by, and I kind of feel like every single mom out there needs to be given the respect they deserve.”