MBABANE – Unleash The Wolf unfolded as a slow-burning musical journey in Ezulwini, drawing a steady crowd to the community for a full day of deep house.
Saturday’s edition of UTW focused less on individual performances and more on how the day progressed as a whole. From the early afternoon into the late hours, the event moved at a steady pace, allowing the atmosphere to build naturally.
The venue began filling up gradually, with small groups arriving and settling into the space. The early sets created a relaxed tone, giving people time to ease into the experience before the crowd grew denser later in the evening. By sunset, the energy had noticeably shifted, with more people gathered closer to the dance floor and the music taking centre stage.
The line-up featured a mix of local and South African acts, including Keiisy, DJ Katz, Secret Souls, Mamthug, Gabbana, !Sooks, Kudbeu and Drum Rhythm. Each contributed to the overall flow of the event, with smooth transitions keeping the momentum consistent throughout the day and night.
Among the highlights was the return of Secret Souls, whose set carried a sense of familiarity for long-time followers of the genre. Their performance reflected the roots of Eswatini’s Deep House scene, while still fitting into the current sound.
Another key moment came with !Sooks, who recently returned from an international tour. His set stood out for its balance, blending well-known elements with newer, unreleased material that kept the crowd engaged.
Gabbana’s appearance added a different dimension to the programme, bringing a more melodic and measured sound during the transition from day to night. This provided a brief change in mood before the tempo picked up again later in the evening.
Kudbeu maintained the energy with a steady and controlled set, ensuring the crowd remained engaged as the night progressed. Closing the event, Drum Rhythm delivered a more percussive finish, carrying the final stretch into the early hours.
What made this edition of Unleash The Wolf stand out was its consistency. Rather than relying on dramatic peaks, the event allowed each moment to connect smoothly to the next. The crowd responded to this structure, staying engaged whether they had arrived early or later in the evening.
Overall, the event highlighted the continued growth of the deep house scene in Eswatini, particularly through the collaboration between local artists and regional acts. It was a straightforward but well-executed gathering, centred on music, flow and a shared appreciation for the genre.
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