Afro House
Tone Rich Gives Afro-Brazilian Rhythms With ‘Axé Ilê’ Album
Stepping into the ring, Tone Rich closes out the year with ‘Axé Ilê’, his anticipated artist album, highlighted here through a handpicked selection of standout cuts from the project.
A producer, artist, and sound engineer with a gift for fusing global rhythms that touch the soul, Tone Rich crafts sonic stories that move effortlessly across cultures. His sound is a seamless blend of Afro-Brazilian percussion, Hindi chants, and moments where Yorùbá spirituality meets delicate Japanese textures, creating a deeply immersive and emotionally rich listening experience.
Guiding listeners through a journey of revelation and renewal, Tone Rich taps into mind, body, and spirit. ‘Axé Ilê’ is shaped by a transformative year that took him 110,000 miles across four continents. The result is an LP rooted in profound personal rebirth and spiritual awakening, captured through vibrant rhythms and purposeful storytelling.
Opening the album is ‘Axé Rising’, a track driven by Afro-infused energy and infectious vocal elements, one that carries all the markings of a future crowd favorite. Following on is ‘Namah Shivaya Fire Within’, a powerful tapestry of Hindi-inspired soundscapes that radiate warmth and intensity. The journey continues with ‘Maré Do Ilê’, led by a breathtaking vocal performance and Tone Rich’s signature groove-led production.
Closing out this selection is the Ancestral Flow Mix of ‘Maré Do Ilê’, which pushes the track in a new direction while preserving its unmistakable vocal hook.
With ‘Axé Ilê’ out now via Enriched Sound LLC, Tone Rich’s own imprint where art, technology, and tempo pulse as one, there’s plenty more to come from this boundary-shaping creator.
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After opening his label’s doors to fresh releases from UK producers James Hurr and Loz Seka, FLAMENCA Records boss STBAN returns to the imprint with his brand new single ‘Habibi’, out April 10th worldwide.
A scorching slice of percussive Afro-Latin House, ‘Habibi’ sees STBAN collaborate with two stars of the Spanish music scene – DJ and percussionist Javi Torres, and singer and DJ Alba Dreid. The result is a dance floor weapon that combines the heat and flavour of Arabesque vocals and instrumentation with thundering basslines and relentless rhythms.
Javi Torres is known across southern Europe and Latin America for his explosive Afrohouse and Latin Tech sets, performances enhanced by live percussion inside the mix. The Seville-based artist counts support from some of electronica’s biggest names, including Martin Garrix, Alok, Jamie Jones, Hugel, Aaron Sevilla, Roger Sanchez, Mëstiza, MichaelBM, Tom & Collins, Novak, Nicky Romero, Paco Osuna, Salvarote Ganacci and Sammy Porter. Known throughout Spain after winning the RTVE programme ‘La Bien Cantá’, Alba Dreid’s focus is set firmly on bringing Spanish folklore to a global audience, making her a perfect fit for STBAN’s ongoing mission to fuse traditional flamenco with electronic music through FLAMENCA Records’ growing discography.
Javi Torres, Alba Dreid, STBAN ‘Habibi’ is released April 10th on FLAMENCA Records via Toolroom Records.
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SHAB turned heads with the release of the fantastic ‘It’s On You’ in February 2026 with Preston Harris. She’s now adding more excitement to the track with the unveiling of its official music video.
This visual venture came with familiar names behind it as SHAB collaborated with a lot of crew members who have been behind her past videos. The video takes on the well-established style that’s been displayed in many of SHAB’s other music videos with incredible scenery and beautifully strung together sequences. SHAB and Preston Harris star in the video with them leaning into the flirty nature of the vocals in how they interact. They fully embody the lyrics as they embrace the feelings of attraction, accountability, and tension conveyed in the track. Through stunning scenery, well-choreographed dancing, and palpable tension between the stars, the music video really builds upon the emotions set out ‘It’s On You.’
Since the release of SHAB and Preston Harris’ epic collaboration they’ve already pulled in just shy of 250,000 streams on Spotify. This success comes as no surprise with both artists being in top form. Over the past year SHAB has made several entries into the U.S. Pop Radio Top 40 and the Billboard Dance charts which is an astonishing achievement. Meanwhile 2025 saw Preston Harris reach a career high with the release of ‘Loosen Up’ alongside HUGEL which became a global Dance Radio No. 1. ‘It’s On You’ stands as another strong addition to both artists ventures into dance music as they continue to explore the reaches of their talent. Its stripped back sound allows SHAB to show off her remarkable vocals along with continuing the emotional directness found amidst the rest of her music.
SHAB has managed to take the concept of ‘It’s On You’ and expand upon it through this sun-soaked music video. She has carved out a distinctive style both audibly and visually which is one of the hallmarks of a great artist and is a great sign of things to come.
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MoBlack, MX Cartier and Neyl release Man On The Moon, a lively afro house single built on infectious percussion and uplifting melodies.
Coming off the success of ‘Yamore’, the third most Shazammed song of the 2025 Ibiza season, MoBlack has joined forces with MX Cartier and Neyl to release another summer anthem.
Powered by its lively percussion and moving melodies, ‘Man On The Moon’ delivers a simple, yet infectious dancefloor-ready groove. Unfolding with an easy sound, the song feels perfectly suited for the warmer months ahead.
MX Cartier and Neyl each leave a clear imprint on the production, helping shape a sound that feels breezy and uplifting. Together with MoBlack, the trio has given the song a unique character, maintaining a sunlit atmosphere within the open, airy vibes.
Released on MoBlack Records, ‘Man On The Moon’ looks set to build on the momentum created by ‘Yamore’, further reinforcing MoBlack’s presence as one of the leading names in the afro house scene.
With a packed schedule this summer, expect to hear MoBlack dropping the song himself as he gears up to perform at venues across the globe.
‘Man On The Moon’ is available now on all major streaming platforms, offering an early taste of the energy set to define the season ahead.
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