South African singer, songwriter, and producer Marcus Harvey is riding high following the successful rollout of his latest project, Son of Elvis. To mark the album’s release, the Alexandra-born artist hosted an exclusive track-by-track listening session in Johannesburg, bringing fans directly into the artistic world behind his new body of work.
Taking to social media to reflect on the event, Harvey expressed his gratitude to those who made the gathering possible:
“Following the release of his album Son Of Elvis Track by track listening session was a success. Thank you to all the fans and @mamakashakaandfriends.”
Connecting Culture, Food, and Music at Mama Kashaka & Friends
The intimate session took place at Mama Kashaka & Friends, a vibrant cultural hub in Braamfontein celebrated for blending music, culinary art, and community. The setting provided an ideal backdrop for Harvey to strip away the distance of digital streaming and offer listeners a personal, story-driven breakdown of each track.
Released on August 28, 2026, through Stay Low, Son of Elvis marks another crucial milestone in the career of the artist born Lawrence Ofentse Harvey Mashiloane. The 13-track album follows his celebrated catalog, including his 2020 debut I Am Marcus Harvey, 2021’s You Still Don’t Know Me EP, and 2024’s Now You Know Me.
Sonic Identity and Personal Storytelling
On Son of Elvis, Harvey continues to blur the boundaries between R&B, neo-soul, and hip-hop. Seamlessly incorporating vernacular lyrics alongside soulful production, the album explores themes of inheritance, family, and personal evolution.
Son of Elvis features notable tracks such as “Mapula,” “Waters,” and the standout collaboration “Come To Me” featuring Chicago MC Mick Jenkins. By prioritizing smaller, immersive events—such as his recent showcase at Untitled Basement and the track-by-track session in Braamfontein—Harvey continues to solidify his status as one of the most authentic and distinctive voices in contemporary South African music.
Complete Tracklist
- Rebecca’s Prayer [Intro]
- Mmangwane
- Mapula
- Charlotte
- Turtle Doves (feat. BLK ODYSSY)
- Waters
- Carried You
- Come To Me (feat. Mick Jenkins)
- Need You
- Cotton Candy
- Who Is Elvis?
- Ndzi Lava Ku China (feat. Umthakathi Kush)
- Medi Ba Baya [Outro]
