Published
Tue, May 10, 2022, 13:40
- The South African sound was previously filed under "Afro House," "Deep House" and "Dance/Electro Pop."
Beatport has added amapiano to its list of genres.
The digital music retailer says the change is to help fans "discover the sound, translating into improved sales for artists and labels, and a better customer experience, as fans can find music that is truly representative of the amapiano culture."
Until now, amapiano, a relatively new style of South African house and kwaito, has been categorised under "Afro House," "Deep House" and "Dance/Electro Pop." Check out Beatport's new amapiano chart here.
Last year, Beatport also added a category for "Jackin' House."
Read more about how amapiano has taken the world by storm in Shiba Melissa Mazaza's recent feature.