South African DJ, songwriter, and producer Benny Maverick has finally dropped his highly anticipated studio album, VALENCIA, under gamma. Africa — and it’s every bit as emotional, soulful, and fire as fans expected.
This project hits deep. Named after his mother, VALENCIA is more than just an album — it’s a personal love letter, a story of strength, resilience, and the power of music to heal. Benny blends Afro-house, soulful dance grooves, and global rhythms into a smooth, modern sound that feels both nostalgic and brand new.
“This project is special because it’s named after my mother, Valencia — I wanted to give her flowers while she’s still here,” says Benny. “She raised two boys on a teacher’s salary, and her strength shaped who I am. This album is for her — her love, her fight, her legacy.”
Benny Maverick teamed up with some of the best in the game to bring VALENCIA to life — Triple X Da Ghost, Effected, Ntwana R, JazzWrld, Thukuthela, Orchid Musiq, and Aidah all add their magic to the mix.
The sound pulls from classic house compilations like Fresh House Flava, Soul Candi, and DJ Claude — that real, timeless house music that moves your soul and your feet.
“VALENCIA is soulful, timeless, and made to sound like a luxury piece of art,” Benny explains. “No matter how many times life knocks you down, it’s all about how you rise and level up again.”
The lead single “Uyadlala” — featuring Sykes, Zeh McGeba, GL Ceejay & Orchid MusiQ — is already blazing the airwaves, dominating charts and playlists across Mzansi.
Radio Stats:
- Peaked at #3 on the Radiomonitor Top 100 Airplay Chart (SA)
- Currently sitting at #13 nationwide (Week of 31 Oct – 6 Nov 2025)
- Over 9.9 million total impressions
- Averaging 35+ weekly radio plays
- Supported by Metro FM, Ukhozi FM, YFM, Gagasi FM, Lesedi FM, Thobela FM, Inanda FM, and more
- Major interviews on Ukhozi FM’s Top 30 and The Touch Down with Tbo Touch on Metro FM
VALENCIA isn’t just an album — it’s a moment. It’s Benny Maverick stepping into his full power while staying rooted in the sounds and stories that made him.
Stream VALENCIA now on all major platforms and feel the heart, the house, and the heritage.
