For over ten years, Liquideep’s enduring catalogue has crossed musical boundaries and connected with diverse audiences. Their tracks like Fairytale, Alone, Still, BBM, and Rise Again have served as key soundtracks in South African music, bringing the duo critical acclaim, platinum sales, and a dedicated global fanbase. After a period away from the limelight to focus on personal and artistic growth, Thabo “Ryzor” Shokgolo and Jonathan “Ziyon” Hamilton are ready to move forward with a commitment to creative independence and a vision that aims for a worldwide reach.
“This feels like the beginning of something incredibly meaningful,” says Liquideep. “We’ve never been interested in simply returning for nostalgia. We wanted to come back because we still have something honest to say through our music. Partnering with Africori and Warner Music gives us the opportunity to honour where we’ve come from while building something that can reach audiences across the world. We’re inspired, we’re creating from a place of purpose, and we’re excited for people to hear this next chapter.”
This collaboration follows a resurgence of interest in the duo, who have been met with enthusiastic responses from fans eagerly anticipating the return of one of South Africa’s cherished musical duos. Their revival has also presented an opportunity for a younger audience to explore Liquideep’s extensive music catalogue for the first time.
Adam at Africori/Warner Music notes that the signing demonstrates the company’s dedication to nurturing artists whose impact goes beyond mere commercial metrics.
“Liquideep are true pioneers whose music has become part of South Africa’s cultural identity. Their songs continue to resonate years after their release because they are rooted in authenticity, craftsmanship and emotion. We are honoured to welcome them to the Africori/Warner Music family and look forward to helping amplify this exciting new chapter both across Africa and internationally.”
“Our core strategic goal for Liquideep’s return has always been to take their sound to a truly global audience,” states Poobie Pillay, Liquideep Business Manager. “Partnering with Africori and the Warner Music ecosystem gives us the exact infrastructure to make that a reality. By tapping into Africori’s unparalleled international distribution network across hundreds of platforms, we now have the power to seamlessly break into new markets and exponentially grow the reach of Liquideep’s music. This isn’t just a distribution deal; it’s a global launchpad that ensures their new era connects with fans worldwide.”
As they gear up to release new music that captures the personal growth and artistic evolution they have experienced during their time off, Liquideep remains committed to their signature soulful sound. The upcoming tracks are expected to bring a fresh perspective suitable for today’s global audience.
With a rich legacy to draw from and a promising future on the horizon, Liquideep’s alliance with Africori/Warner Music signals the start of what could be an exhilarating new chapter in the landscape of African music.
“We’ve always believed music should connect people,” the duo states. “That’s what Liquideep has always stood for. This partnership allows us to dream bigger, create without limits and share our music with the world again. We’re home – but we’re also stepping into a completely new season.”
