British DJ/producer IDRIS (stage name of entertainment icon Idris Elba) returns to Defected Records with his latest single, ‘Sima Agua’, featuring Cape Verdean singer and activist Mayra Andrade. The release of ‘Sima Agua’ follows up on the multi-talented musician and actor’s recent releases on the label this year, especially his addicting remix of Fish Go Deep‘s ‘The Cure + The Cause’, ‘La Trumpeta’, ‘Pushing On’, ‘Go Deeper’, and ‘Shake Body’. These releases show why Idris Elba is currently one of House music’s top artists when it comes to musical innovation and production styles.
Idris Elba teaming up with Mayra Andrade on ‘Sima Agua’ is a great match since the singer has proven herself to be a rising star in her native Cape Verde, Portugal and France. ‘Sima Agua’ provides the listeners with exhilarating vibes when feeling the percussive rhythms and Andrade’s amazing vocals. Click ‘Play’ to stream ‘Sima Agua’ on the Spotify link below, a track that serves as a great introduction to Cape Verdean music to global audiences. Furthermore, for anyone wanting to know more about Cape Verdean music through Mayra Andrade’s tracks, check out her top jams such as ‘Manga’, ‘Comme s’il en plauvait’, and ‘Les mots d’amour’.