Mdu aka TRP’s contribution to amapiano music with his log drum has made a profound impact on Mzansi and his fellow musicians.
This was evident this week when DJ Maphorisa took to X (formerly Twitter) to acknowledge his influence and talent.
A log drum is regarded as an important element of the amapiano genre and it was made popular by producer Mdu aka TRP.
Amapiano star Mdu aka TRP received a substantial gift of more than R10 000 as a token of appreciation from fellow musician DJ Maphorisa.
DJ Maphorisa publicly expressed his gratitude on social media, saying: “Thank You ‘Mdu AKA Trp’ for changing our lives with Dat LOG DRUM, forever be grateful mfanaka.”
Maphorisa also encouraged other amapiano artists and DJs to show their appreciation, suggesting that they shower Mdu with R10 000 each as a sign of gratitude.
Additionally, he mentioned that Kabza De Small would send R100K to Mdu as part of his heartfelt appreciation as well.
“Ke wisha nkare (I wish ) every amapiano artist/Dj re mo sendele Di 10k for appreciation ❤️ Nna le Kabza re tla senda 100k each. Amapiano gang let’s please,” Mphorisa added.
Thank You “Mdu AKA Trp” for changing our lives with Dat LOG DRUM forever be grateful mfanaka
— PorryMaduMoneyDoubleTrouble (@DjMaphorisa) September 26, 2023
Ke wisha nkare every amapiano artist/Dj re mo sendele Di 10k for appreciation ❤️
Nna le Kabza re tla senda 100k each
Amapiano gang let’s please pic.twitter.com/8Ap4WrU50g
Heeding Maphorisa’s call, Major League DJz pledged $50 000 (more than R940 000).
“A blessings. The boys will send him 50K USD ❤️🤘🏾,” revealed the duo.
A blessings. The boys will send him 50K USD ❤️🤘🏾 https://t.co/K5dgprWIfz
— AMAWELE 📿 (@MAJORLEAGUEDJZ) September 26, 2023
Meanwhile, Maphorisa recently shone the spotlight on the challenges that many amapiano artists face, including obtaining visas for international gigs.
He called for support from the South African government to help make the process of securing visas “easy” as it not only hinders their ability to perform abroad but also imposes financial burdens on them.
The award-winning record producer emphasised that easier visa access will enable these artists to share their talent and culture with the world, ultimately contributing to the growth and recognition of South African music on a global scale.
“I love to see people growing, Amapiano artist/djs are doing more international gigs now which means we represent Sauta.
“Arts n Culture should (be) doing something about this, we need ur support not just money. We struggling with getting VISAS we spent too much money get them.
"If u cud can create a system where we can get visas easy cause some artists/djs get declined.The flag Must Go High 🇿🇦❤️Speaking my mind.”
I love to see people growing, Amapiano artist/djs are doing more international gigs now which means we represent Sauta
— PorryMaduMoneyDoubleTrouble (@DjMaphorisa) September 4, 2023
Arts n Culture should doing something about this, we need ur support not just money. We struggling with getting VISAS we spent too much money get them
If u…