SA: John Lundun drops Aries EP

The project, released via Paradise Sound System, delivers a resounding message of achievement, overcoming adversities and the power of collaboration.

Driven by powerful dance beats, infectious house textures and ethereal vocals delivered by his collaborators Jessica LM, Thando Zide and Fifi Matsho, the EP will impress the listeners with its intuitive balance of African and Western sound.

The lead single ‘Crown’, featuring Jessica LM, is a love letter to the queens who take a stand in their lives in the wake of a personal downfall. It’s a clarion call to pick yourself up, dust yourself off and put that crown back on. In a similar vein, ‘One Day’ channels enduring positivity in the face of life’s many pitfalls. “‘One day retlo popa’ is a common phrase in Pretoria which translates to one day we’re going to win. Things are going to be alright,” Lundun said.

‘Ngiyabonga’ is a tribute to Lundun’s upbringing, delivered in Fifi Matsho’s gorgeous timbre. The track is a reminder that parenthood, while beautiful, plunges one into the unknown territory replete with challenges, mistakes and triumphs, and serves as an ode from child to parent in recognition of this.

Lundun exhibits expert sonic balance, restraint and versatility on Aries, resulting in a bite-sized project that delivers on all fronts.

Lundun was raised in Polokwane, Limpopo, where his father introduced him to piano and guitar at an early age. Over the years, he has developed his sound, earning nominations for four Limpopo Music Awards.He has also collaborated with Kwesta, Samthing Soweto, and Kid X.