Scorpion Kings, Tresor release Rumble in the Jungle album

The 14-track collection is available for download and streaming on major streaming platforms.

The boundary-breaking album is led by singles ‘Funu’ and ‘Folasade’, and is accompanied by striking visuals, including highly energetic music videos and unique album artwork. Other notable songs on the album include the hard-hitting ‘Stimela’, the culturally steeped ‘Soro’ and the groovy Afro-house ‘Dust in the Wind’, which features pop trio Beatenberg.

“This particular album is special for me because it represents a bold statement of pride in the diversity of our culture as Africans, embracing the rich musical landscape of our home,” Tresor said. “We went back to the source and tapped into sounds from all over the continent for this album.

“Rumble in the Jungle is a sonic roar, a cultural bridge breaking all barriers and bringing our people together through music. We are fusing the incredible South African rhythm of amapiano with Swahili, French and Congolese sounds and melodies, as well as West African chants with Afrobeats elements. It’s boldly authentic, unapologetic, energetic and raw.”

DJ Maphorisa said: “This album is a gift to Africa. We are bringing the amapiano sound to the continent. We loved working on it and are excited for Africa and the world to hear it.”

Rumble in the Jungle adds to the Scorpion Kings’ previous chart-topping catalogue of albums, including Scorpion Kings (2019), Return of the Scorpion Kings (2019) and Scorpion Kings Live (2020).