South African female music star Lihle Bliss, delivers a delightful six-track EP Mfazi. With its upbeat and infectious rhythms, soulful melodies, and a contemporary edge, the EP promises a brilliant amapiano-filled journey.

The EP opens with the track, Khanyisa, featuring Major League and Nate Africa. This track sets the tone for the rest of the project with its laid-back sound. Lihle Bliss’ smooth and soulful vocals where she asks her ancestors to look over her and illuminate her path add another layer of depth and emotion to the track, making it an instant standout single on the project.

The second track, Ngiyabonga, continues the streak of delivering stunning tracks for fans' playlists. Featuring Nate Africa, Petty Jay, and Lokzin Keys, whose contributions liven the track, Lihle Bliss took to her Instagram handle to admit they truly went soulful on this track. Credits to talented music producers, Sihle Penuel Nkosi, Nathaniel Guambe, and Phetani Jerry Sebola for an exceptional production.

Inhliziyo is another highlight of the project. The production on this track is awe-inspiring, with bouncy basslines and intricate piano melodies that create a rich soundscape. With its groove that will get your head bouncing in no time, Lihle delivers a tribute-like verse to her mother.

The EP showcases Lihle Bliss’s keen appreciation for collaboration by featuring other talented artists in the amapiano scene, with other standout tracks like Ngikhathele, where she talks about being tired but still holding on tight. This track features Mawhoo, K-Zaka, and Nate Africa.

Other standout collaborations can be heard on the track Lobola which features B33kay SA, Philharmonic, Lokzin Keys, Sandza De Keys, Petty Jay, and Nate Africa, and the sonically brilliant last track Ubaba featuring Sandza De Keys and Lokzin Keys.

While the EP maintains amapiano aesthetics throughout, it also depicts Lihle Bliss’ talent and the beauty of collaborative effort. The tracks range from upbeat to laid-back anthems to more melodic moments and meaningful lyrics, demonstrating a well-rounded blend of musical elements. This project solidifies Lihle Bliss’ position as a promising talent in the amapiano and South African music scene.

Performers: Lihle Bliss, Major League, Nate Africa, Lokzin Keys, Petty Jay, Herc Cut The Lights, Sandza De Keys, Xduppy, K-Zaka. MaWhoo, B33Kay SA, Philharmonic.

Writers: Bandile Mbere, Banele Mbere, Nathaniel Guambe, Nolwazi Nzimande, Phetani Jerry Sebola, Sihle Penuel Nkosi, Gomolemo Gumede, Isiah Nkhalo Zuza,, Sandile Khumalo, Onkabetse John Hlongwane, Thandeka Ngema.

Producers: Bandile Mbere, Banele Mbere, Nathaniel Guambe, Sihle Penuel Nkosi, Phetani Jerry Sebola, Gomolemo Gumede, Isiah Nkhalo Zuza, Sandile Khumalo, Onkabetse John Hlongwane.

The album cover for the 6-track EP titled Mfani by South African singer Lihle Bliss.

Lihle Bliss: Mfazi - EP Review - a Soulful Amapiano

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