Mlekeleli Remember Shabalala, the producer behind The 31st Architect.

I create electronic / ambient / hip-hop / etc.] music that
Translate my world inside out: blends light and dark textures with melodic depth /
builds cinematic soundscapes / fuses rhythmic precision with
emotional weight.

With over 190 singles released on streaming platforms, my work
explores themes of emotion, design, architecture,
resilience, love, growth, memory.

Based in Cape Town, I’ve been crafting music since 2019
and continue to release new material regularly — each track a
new layer in an evolving world of sound.

The Sound

My sound is inspired by influences of Burial, Massive Attack,
J Dilla, Hans Zimmer, Bob Marley and many more. It is built around Saxophone, concertina, deep basslines / atmospheric pads / intricate drum
patterns / cinematic arrangements and more.

Whether it’s headphones at midnight, a long drive, or a packed room,
my music is designed to move you / immerse you / make you feel something real.