Bantu Nots Discusses the Deeply Personal Journey Behind “B11NGO” Tape Ahead Of Its September Launch. Bantu Nots is entering a significant new phase with the announcement of his forthcoming tape, B11NGO, which he describes as “Girls radio” and reflects both his personal growth and musical development.
Bantu Nots Discusses the Deeply Personal Journey Behind “B11NGO” Tape Ahead Of Its September LaunchThe South African musician recently revealed details about the tape on Instagram, showcasing a striking black-and-white cover combined with an emotional message that highlighted the challenges he faced in creating the music. For Bantu Nots, B11NGO signifies much more than just a set of tracks. It represents a profound change.
“This project cost me more than music. It cost me tears, a home and people I once called family,” he noted. “I had to lose the old version of myself to become the artist I was meant to be.”
This genuine reflection offers fans insight into the struggles that influenced the tape, establishing B11NGO as a representation of persistence and rebirth, rather than simply another album release.
The 16-track collection, which includes a bonus song, is set to be released on September 3. In the meantime, listeners can anticipate a preview of the music through a planned rollout. The track “Yenza” will be released on August 20, followed by the title song “B11NGO” on August 27.
Mixed and mastered by Sir.Ivani, the tape features an impressive roster of collaborators. Highlights include “Luv” with Keeme, “2WIN” featuring Flow Jones Jr., and the anticipated “Diba Dance Remix,” which includes artists Flow Jones Jr., Hemustbefabulous, Lacabra, Issi, Majorsteez, K Keed, and Dee Koala.
The production team is also notable, with contributions from Crisxs Blaq, Lostboywav, Sir.Ivani, Nodie A, Zen & Lucent, P8P, Navyocean, Dannynevamiss, and Bantu Nots himself, who co-produced the final track alongside Sir.Ivani.
Concluding his announcement, Bantu Nots expressed gratitude to everyone who contributed to the project, indicating that a new chapter has begun.
With “Yenza” arriving at the end of this month and the entire tape debuting in early September, B11NGO is poised to be one of Bantu Nots’ most intimate projects. More than a collection of songs, it serves as the backdrop to an artist who has accepted transformation, faced adversity, and emerged with renewed drive.
