Although Menzi’s debut came only last spring, this Durban native has been a steady presence in South African electronic music for a number of years. After producing for several notorious acts, like Babes Wodumo, Moonchild Sannelly, and Mahotella Queens, as well as organizing Durban’s largest annual Gmoc block party, Menzi finally unveiled his first EP in 2020 - but his distinct and ferocious production was already iconic far before it.
Photography by Sophie Garcia