Yumbs Drops New Single “Danko”
Featuring Zuma, Eeque, TitoM, Yuppe, PRVIS3, Eltee & Senjay
Yumbs Drops New Single “Danko” – Master producer Yumbs returns to the music scene with a powerful new anthem of gratitude, “Danko.” Teaming up with renowned vocalist Zuma, and the vibrant Eeque on the hook, Yumbs delivers a groovy track that celebrates the fruits of hard work and the hustle that pays off. “Danko” is a tribute to the transformative power of Amapiano and a salute to the relentless spirit of hustlers.
“Danko,” meaning “Thank You,” is a vibrant testament to how Amapiano has revolutionized the lives of many South Africans. The track resonates with everyone who takes pride in their grind, be it through music, entrepreneurship, or employment. It embodies the spirit of appreciation and perseverance, capturing the essence of those who strive for a better tomorrow.
More about “Danko”
Yumbs has skilfully crafted “Danko ” with a blend of melodic beats and captivating rhythms, ensuring it becomes a sing-along favorite. Zuma’s kwaito-flavoured flow adds a nostalgic yet fresh vibe, while Eeque’s hook makes the track irresistibly catchy. The single also features the dynamic contributions of TitoM, Yuppe, PRVIS3, Eltee, and Senjay, each adding their unique touch to this vibrant track.
Ahead of its official release, “Danko” has already made waves on social media. Yumbs has been teasing the track on TikTok, where it has sparked significant excitement. The sound has inspired over 1,000 video creations, amassing more than 2.1million views and generating a total engagement of 198,000 interactions.
Yumbs’ return with “Danko” is a reminder of his unparalleled ability to create music that resonates deeply with fans. This track is set to become a staple in playlists across the nation, uniting listeners in a shared celebration of hard work and gratitude.
Danko is out Stream/Listen here
More About Yumbs
Born Ayanda Oratile Yumba in Kagiso township in 2002. The multi-talented producer/DJ Yumbs’ love for music runs deep. By the age of ten, he was already playing drums at his local church. His musical gift would then be nurtured when he attended the National School of Art, where he learned how to play bass and electric guitar, and taught himself how to play piano.
In his senior year (2020), Yumbs was the main composer and musical director for the production Hip-Hop Helmet, which premiered at the Nelson Mandela Theatre. The self-taught pianist then went on to further his studies at the Academy of Sound Engineering, majoring in Audio Technology & Sound Engineering.
Having harnessed his talent and knowledge of music, Yumbs made his first foray into the commercial stage in 2020. This, by co-producing Musa Keys’ “Vula Mlomo”. He’s since gone on to produce & work along artists such as Kelvin Momo, Bien, Pabi Cooper, Major League Djz, Dj Maphorisa, Blxckie, Joe Boy & many more talented acts globally.
Yumbs has a unique sound and amazing ear for music which has led him to taking the role of Executive producer on projects. His debut EP role was Pabi Cooper’s debut EP Cooperville.
Yumbs debut EP titled “The First Offering” was released in October 2022 which features the likes of Kelvin Momo, Aymos, Babalwa M, DBN Gogo, Baby S.O.N, Boohle & more. The soulful release was well received & cemented Yumbs in the South African music industry as an Artist.
On a Mission to spread his music to the world, Yumbs collaborated with International acts such as Will.I.Am & Pharell Williams at a music camp in Dubai. Late 2023 Ciara enlisted the help of Yumbs to remix her Smash hit “How We Roll” featuring Chris Brown. This remix then set the tone for 2024 where Yumbs produced the official Amapiano remix of Muni Long’s hit single “Made For Me”.
Yumbs started the year off At Warner Music Africa’s annual songwriting & recording camp in Aburi, Ghana. Yumbs worked with artists such as JoeBoy (Nigeria), Bien (Kenya), Moliy (Ghana), Nkosazana Daughter (South Africa), Fave (Nigeria), Qing Madi (Nigeria), Blaqbonez (Nigeria) & producers such as Telz (Nigeria), P.Prime (Nigeria), Dera (UK) & TSB (UK).
