One of the most dynamic and enigmatic artists in Cape Town is back with another certified hit. LUUKHANYO‘s fresh new single ‘Open Casket‘ contrasts irresistible grooves with introspective lyricism, first luring you in with its melodic riffs and silky smooth vocals, before hitting you with a sucker punch of a narative that is much darker than it first appears.

Produced by Lordkeyyz and Fleur, the track wrestles with the gnawing emptiness that can come with chasing material highs. LUUKHANYO isn’t here to preach, though. He’s just telling you what he’s seen. “The ego’s victory starts to feel hollow,” he admits. “I realised, it’s not what I thought it’d be, but it is what it is.” It’s this kind of grounded honesty that makes ‘Open Casket’ hit harder than it first lets on.

‘Open Casket‘ might stand alone for now, but hints towards LUUKHANYO‘s highly anticipated full-length project set for release later this year through British label WUGD Music. Fresh off a European tour with his live band The Hii ROLLERS, he’s not just building buzz, he’s building worlds.

Once again, LUUKHANYO has shown why he is at the cutting edge of the Cape Town music scene with his distinctive blend of R&B, Hip-Hop, Funk and Jazz. I am sure this upcoming project will continue to see him evolve as an artist and mesmerise fans.