BY GCWALISILE MHLABANE
MANZINI— Eswatini’s rising DJ and producer Tidal Deep, real name Thandolwethu Fakudze, is celebrating a defining moment in his musical journey after being featured on the hit song “Call Me” from DJ Stokie’s chart-topping album Shandu Ka Ndaba.
For the 23-year-old producer from Manzini, who has been making music for four years, securing a feature on such a prestigious amapiano album is a career-shaping breakthrough. Shandu Ka Ndaba continues to dominate regional charts, praised for its soulful depth and refined production — making Tidal Deep’s contribution to one of its standout tracks even more remarkable.
Tidal Deep expressed deep excitement and gratitude for being part of the project.“Being featured on DJ Stokie’s album is massive for me. Shandu Ka Ndaba is a masterpiece, and having my work recognised on a project of this level means everything.”
The track “Call Me” , where Tidal Deep’s creative input stands out — carries themes of longing, connection, and emotional intimacy. Its warm, soulful feel has helped the song become one of the most celebrated offerings from the album.
Beyond this major achievement, Tidal Deep has also been expanding his collaborative reach. He recently teamed up with DJ Stopper, alongside C Trix and Casey Ntuli, on the single “Imibuzo,” further strengthening his growing network in the South African and Eswatini music scenes.
These milestones signal strong momentum for the young producer, who believes this is just the beginning.“This moment is opening doors I’ve always dreamed of. I’m grateful and excited for what’s next.”
Fans can enjoy “Call Me” and Tidal Deep’s other works on Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube.
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With a rapidly growing footprint and an evolving signature sound, Tidal Deep is cementing his place as one of Eswatini’s most promising rising stars.
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