{"id":8976,"date":"2026-07-29T10:43:42","date_gmt":"2026-07-29T10:43:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/interspacemusic.com\/blog\/funk-tone-readies-solo-ep-after-dj-zinhle-collaboration-success\/"},"modified":"2026-07-29T10:43:42","modified_gmt":"2026-07-29T10:43:42","slug":"funk-tone-readies-solo-ep-after-dj-zinhle-collaboration-success","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/interspacemusic.com\/blog\/funk-tone-readies-solo-ep-after-dj-zinhle-collaboration-success\/","title":{"rendered":"Funk Tone Readies Solo EP After DJ Zinhle Collaboration Success"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Funk Tone<\/strong>, the South African producer known for shaping hits behind the scenes, is stepping into the spotlight with a forthcoming solo EP. The announcement follows the breakout success of his collaboration with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.djzinhle.com\">DJ Zinhle<\/a><\/strong> on the single &#8216;Njengemali&#8217;.<\/p>\n<h2>Chart Success with DJ Zinhle<\/h2>\n<p>&#8216;Njengemali&#8217; connected widely with listeners, peaking at No. 2 on the <a href=\"https:\/\/charts.spotify.com\/charts\/overview\/za\">Spotify South Africa Daily Chart<\/a> and generating more than 70,000 streams in a single day. The track highlighted Funk Tone&#8217;s ability to craft dance music that resonates across clubs and airwaves, while complementing an established artist&#8217;s sound with a fresh production approach.<\/p>\n<h2>A Solo Chapter Begins<\/h2>\n<p>Rather than rest on the momentum of a hit collaboration, Funk Tone is using the moment to introduce his own artistic identity. In a message to fans, he reflected on his journey, expressed gratitude to DJ Zinhle for their partnership, and signaled his readiness to share a more personal creative vision through the EP.<\/p>\n<p>The producer made clear that his working relationship with DJ Zinhle remains active. Their joint output continues to draw on energetic production and memorable melodies. The solo project, however, offers a different window: a chance for listeners to experience Funk Tone&#8217;s individual perspective and range as a lead artist.<\/p>\n<h2>What to Expect<\/h2>\n<p>Details on the EP, including its title, tracklist, release date, and any featured guests, have not been disclosed. 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