THRURAW, an afro music project from independent French label Imago Sound Music, makes its debut with “Malembe”, a vibrant fusion of afrobeat and afro house that brings African musical influences to the contemporary dancefloor.
Based in Antibes on France’s Côte d’Azur, Imago Sound Music introduces the project with a production built around organic percussion, rhythmic guitar, warm atmospheric textures and piano arrangements. At its centre is a female vocal performance delivered in Lingala, giving the track an additional connection to its African musical roots.
Meaning “slowly” in Lingala, “Malembe” takes a measured approach to its groove, gradually building its rhythm before opening into an infectious, singalong-ready chorus. The result is a sun-soaked dance record designed for open-air parties, beach clubs and late-night afro house sets.
THRURAW brings together the melodic warmth of afrobeat and the driving pulse of afro house, balancing African-rooted musical influences with contemporary electronic dance production. “Malembe” serves as the project’s opening statement, introducing its sound and creative direction.
The track was composed, written, arranged and produced by Dany Sharp, also known as Daniel Jabot. Its Lingala lyrics were adapted by a session vocalist, who also performs the vocals. Imago Sound Music serves as the label and phonographic producer.
“Malembe” is registered with SACEM, with Daniel Jabot credited as its author and c
