Kay Faith Reveals ‘Bayasazi’ -Renowned music producer and artist Kay Faith released her new single, “Bayasazi,” featuring Durban-based kwaito rapper Mac 11, on November 22nd.
Celebrating their deep-rooted love for kwaito, Kay Faith and Mac 11 crafted a track that combines nostalgic vibes with a fresh, energetic twist for an unforgettable December anthem.
“’Bayasazi’ is my tribute to kwaito’s legacy. Sampling Doc Shebeleza, I wanted to capture the genre’s timeless energy. Mac 11’s electrifying performance amplifies the track’s essence.” ~ Kay Faith
Known for his gritty Durban style, Mac 11 brings an authentic vocal edge that aligns perfectly with the song’s themes of living it up and embracing life. With projects like Durban Poison, Mac 11 has earned his place as a voice for Durban’s street culture. He continues to shape the city’s music scene with Savage Street Recordings.
About Kay Faith
Kay Faith, born Karien Barnard, is a hip-hop producer and
engineer from Cape Town who’s been making waves in South African music. This year has been nothing short of incredible for Kay, filled with milestones that highlight her growth and influence in the industry.
In 2024, she took her talent to the world stage, performing at the iconic SXSW festival in Austin,Texas. She didn’t stop there—she brought her beats to audiences in Los Angeles and Miami, proving that South African hip-hop belongs on any stage, anywhere.
Back home, Kay also celebrated a huge personal achievement: completing her Honours degree in Electronic Music Production through the University of West London. And as if that wasn’t enough, she was honored as part of Cape Town’s cultural heartbeat with a mural painted by Bushy Wopp at the Cultish Bree Street flagship store.
Known as “The Woman Engineering Your Favorite South African Hip-Hop Releases,” Kay has worked with some of the biggest names in the game, like Nasty C, AKA, and YoungstaCPT. Whether she’s in the studio recording award-winning tracks or sampling classics for her next big hit, Kay is all about celebrating local sounds while showing the world what South African hip-hop is made of. With such a massive year behind her, the question isn’t whether Kay Faith will keep pushing boundaries, it’s where she’ll take us next.
