AUDIO: The Busy Twist x Tres – Etali Nga Te

London based production collective The Busy Twist have become known for their unique brand of dance floor-ready remixes, re-edits, live DJ sets and original productions which showcase the best of world music, set to their skilfully crafted electronic/bass productions.

Releasing music on their own label Busy Life Music, they join the dots between African, South American, Caribbean and UK electronic music by developing a sound which melds the sonic genealogy of all four palettes whilst representing each genre faithfully and re-imagining them in a contemporary way. Having travelled the globe to find inspiration and musical collaborators, they have developed an exchange with local artists that works in both directions, this is crucial to creating the borderless music that The Busy Twist aim to do.

Their previous releases have enjoyed radio support from the likes of Annie Mac, Huw Stephens, Lauren Laverne, Gilles Peterson, Jillionaire, Branko, Anna Lunoe and Toddla T with press platforms such as The Guardian, Noisey, Dummy, Hyponik, Clash and OkayAfrica also championing their widely acclaimed sound.

Their new single ‘Etali Nga Te’ is the first offering from an exciting collaboration with Congolese artist Tres AKA ‘Kinsasha Boy’. Sang in English, French and native Congo Language lingala, this upbeat love song was written by Tres to show admiration for a woman close to his heart in an effort to empower her with his boundless love and affection.

The track takes inspiration from traditional Congo and francophone style influences driven by an infectious soukus style guitar riff and a high tempo afro beats inspired production topped with rich harmonious melodies and some catchy word play. The collaboration also includes an album and live show which they will be touring next year.

Tres was a refugee from Congo, displaced from his home and forced to move to the UK due to political conflicts in his country. After spending several years homeless on the streets of London and in and out of social care, he started channelling his efforts through his music, and after he met The Busy Twist at a studio session they have enjoyed a close working relationship ever since.

During his time in the UK Tres was taken off streets and given refuge in Centre point hostel where he had the opportunity to perform for Prince William which helped land him support for his music career in the UK (including Sky News and ITV This Morning performances).This led to a record deal from Roundhouse in the UK and a support tour for The Black Keys, kicking off his music career in a big way. Tres has also worked with world renowned writers whose credits include Adele, Ed Sheeran, Rihanna, and Paolo Nutini.

‘Etali Nga Te’ is the first single from an album and live tour project which is due next year. Expect more singles and music videos from the collaboration.

Enjoy!