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The Prophet EP

by Spoek Mathambo

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Spoek Mathambo's latest track, "The Prophet," is a riveting blend of electro Hip-Hop that narrates a Cash in Transit robbery in Kwazulu Natal. Harnessing storytelling skills reminiscent of rap legends like Slick Rick and Biggie Smalls, Mathambo crafts an intricate tale set to a backdrop of immaculate electronic beats. The song not only showcases his artistic versatility but also delves into complex social issues, making it an instant standout in his discography.

Spoek Mathambo's "The Prophet" masterfully combines electro Hip-Hop with a tale of a Kwazulu Natal robbery. Echoing rap greats like Slick Rick and Biggie, the track skillfully navigates social complexities through gripping storytelling and cutting-edge electronic beats.

"The Four Banks of the Apocalypse" Absa, FNB, Nedbank and STD Bank – South Africa's banking quadrumvirate serve as stark reminders of a deeply entrenched system of economic oppression. Yet, slap a vivid oil depiction of a Johannesburg cash-in-transit heist beside them, and what do you get? A stark, unapologetic slap to the face of these establishments. With glaring colors that seem to mock the polished façade of the banks, the painting's gritty heist scene throws their inadequacies into sharp relief. It's not just about a robbery; it's about the grand heist of a system that perpetuates inequality. It's edgy, it's raw, and it's the art world’s middle finger to the status quo. Their gleaming skyscrapers tower over the Johannesburg skyline, casting shadows over vast swaths of the population left grappling with the legacy of apartheid's economic disenfranchisement. These banks, while posturing as agents of change and inclusivity, are entrenched in practices that perpetuate inequalities. Their profits, often drawn from the very communities they claim to uplift, are testament to an underlying narrative: the rich get richer, while the marginalized remain just that. It's high time for a rigorous examination of these institutions and the systemic oppression they perpetuate under the guise of economic progress.

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released September 23, 2023

Written and Composed by Nthato Monde James Mokgata aka
Spoek Mathambo

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