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Johannesburg, South Africa – Friday, 14 November 2025: South African DJ, songwriter, and producer Benny Maverick officially releases his long-awaited studio album, VALENCIA, under gamma. Africa. A deeply personal project inspired by his mother’s strength and journey, VALENCIA marks a new era for Benny Maverick – blending soulful Afro-house, dance, and global rhythms into a cohesive, vibrant soundscape. The album reflects growth, healing, and the joy of reconnecting with roots, delivering both emotional depth and infectious energy.
“This project is one that is very special to me because it’s named after my mother, Valencia – giving her flowers while she’s still here, while she can still smell them. Valencia means strength, and that explains who I am and the strength I’ve drawn from watching my mother raise two boys as a single parent on a teacher’s salary. This album is a dedication to her – to her resilience, her love, and her legacy,” shares Benny Maverick.
“We’ve got an incredible lineup of producers and artists who helped bring this project to life – Triple X Da Ghost, Effected, Ntwana R, JazzWrld, Thukuthela, Orchid Musiq, and Aidah. The sound is deeply inspired by old-school house compilations – Fresh House Flava, Soul Candi, and DJ Claude – music that makes you feel something. VALENCIA is soulful, timeless, and meant to sound like an expensive piece of art. My message is simple: no matter how many times life knocks you down, it’s about how you get back up and keep leveling up.”
THE LEAD SINGLE – “UYADLALA”
Featuring Sykes, Zeh McGeba, GL Ceejay & Orchid MusiQ, the lead single “Uyadlala” has already captured the hearts of audiences nationwide.
Radio Performance Highlights:
- Peaked at #3 on the Radiomonitor Top 100 Airplay Chart (South Africa)
- Currently #13 nationwide (Week of 31 Oct – 6 Nov 2025)
- Over 9.9 million total impressions
- Averaging 35+ plays per week
- Supported by Metro FM, Lesedi FM, Gagasi FM, YFM, Ukhozi FM, Thobela FM, Inanda FM, and more
- Major interviews on Ukhozi FM’s Top 30 Show and The Touch Down with Tbo Touch on Metro FM — two of South Africa’s biggest radio platforms
MEDIA COVERAGE & RECOGNITION
VALENCIA has received strong media support across Africa, featured by top outlets such as The Africa, Daily Sun, IOL, and TimesLIVE, positioning Benny Maverick as one of the continent’s most respected and consistent music voices.
With additional amplification from major digital platforms such as Trace Southern Africa, Gagasi FM, Culture Collector, and Slikour On Life, the project continues to resonate with audiences across Africa and beyond.
ABOUT VALENCIA
VALENCIA is a rich and emotive body of work that reflects Benny Maverick’s growth as an artist and as a person. Combining heartfelt songwriting, live instrumentation, and Afro-house production, the album is a celebration of purpose, passion, and African soundscapes. It captures the essence of Benny’s artistry — soulful, refined, and undeniably rooted in Africa.
ABOUT BENNY MAVERICK
Benny Maverick is a South African DJ, songwriter, and producer celebrated for his authentic fusion of Afro-house, soulful rhythms, and dance music. Over a decade-long career, he has delivered chart-topping hits like “Memeza” and “Pontso”, helping shape the modern Afro-house sound.
Known for his infectious energy and emotive production, Benny continues to push boundaries, blending the old with the new. With VALENCIA, he reaffirms his place as one of South Africa’s most trusted hitmakers and a storyteller of the African spirit.
SOCIAL MEDIA INSIGHTS
47.8K Followers | Reach: 1.2M | Impressions: 1.05M |
