Woza Bakzin and GoldMax open their album Gqom In Black (GIB) with “Xhoshi Ikati,” featuring DJ Tira and more.
Released through Afrotainment, this record lands as the first cut on the 14-track project. The August 14, 2026 release date places it firmly in the current Gqom wave. Built around heavy bass kicks and sharp drum patterns, the song runs for 4 minutes and 58 seconds of unbroken club energy. The production keeps the rhythm at the centre while the featured artists layer in rhythmic vocal performances that match the track’s intense bounce.
This opener brings together established names from the Durban scene. DJ Tira’s presence adds weight to the collaborative feel, while Captain, Massive DJ, and Ray&Jay each contribute their own vocal texture to the mix. The repeated percussion and hard-hitting sound give listeners exactly what they expect from raw South African Gqom.
The combination of Woza Bakzin and GoldMax’s production instincts with this lineup makes “Xhoshi Ikati” a solid statement of intent for the album.
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