REDDZ DROPS NEW MIXTAPE “TAINTED” OUT NOW ON ALL DIGITAL PLATFORMS

BY NOSIPHO MABUZA

BHUNYA– A fearless expression of pain, pressure, and purpose through raw lyrical storytelling.

Rising Eswatini artist Thabiso Nkambule, known by his stage name as Reddz has officially released his highly anticipated mixtape titled Tainted, now available across major platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube. From the artwork to the beats and bars, Tainted is a layered body of work that fuses introspection, energy, and a bold challenge to how listeners perceive their struggles.

“This project is me being honest about everything I’ve been through mentally,” Reddz explained.

“I named it Tainted because that’s how the world makes you feel sometimes, like you’re not enough, like you’re damaged. But I wanted to turn that pain into something powerful.”

The mixtape features standout tracks like FREE, ROLLERCOASTER, and BELIEVE IT, which, according to Reddz, were “crafted to feed the spirit.”

“Even the trap tracks carry weight, messages you can sit with while still vibing to the bounce. I wasn’t just trying to entertain. I was trying to make you feel, think, and maybe even heal.”

Tainted has already stirred conversation online. The reactions have ranged from deep appreciation to brutal criticism, something Reddz embraces fully.

“One person told me, ‘You’re going far, when that happens, come back and read this comment.’ That hit deep. Another said, ‘This is hot garbage,’ but the way he still listened showed that the music moved him regardless. That’s impact, even when it challenges someone’s expectations.”

The project, released via DistroKid, has a haunting cover design, featuring a faceless figure surrounded by an eerie crowd and flames, which visually captures the emotional weight carried within the songs.

“Honestly, I’m not even sure, and that’s the beautiful part,” he said.

“The vision is active. From here, the steps get more interesting, more intentional, and more aligned with who Reddz is. Just know: whatever comes next, you’ll hear it first through my socials, and it’ll carry the same raw spirit that built Tainted.”

The Parental Advisory warning is more than a label, it’s a sign of authenticity. Tainted is an unfiltered body of work by an artist not afraid to bare his truth.