HERC CUT THE LIGHTS

Herc Cut the Lights, a luminary in the realm of music production, boasts a remarkable career marked by innovation and success. He has made significant strides through the ranks of the music industry having carved out his niche with an unparalleled knack for blending diverse sounds and genres. With a keen ear for melodies and rhythms, he swiftly gained recognition as a trailblazer in the art of production.
Herc's journey to stardom culminated in a series of groundbreaking achievements, including his role as a multi-platinum selling producer. His journey began in 2017 on SoundCloud which led him to having studio sessions with DJ Maphorisa. Herc’s rapid ascension has resulted in placements in music from some of Africa’s A-Level artists including Riky Rick, BET winner Sha Sha, international breakout stars Focalistic & Blxckie, global powerhouse DJ Maphorisa and global superstars Davido & Wizkid. From hip-hop to pop, Herc's distinctive touch has left an indelible mark on the music landscape.
Beyond his commercial success, Herc is revered for his dedication to pushing artistic boundaries and fostering emerging talent. Through his mentorship and production prowess, he continues to shape the next generation of music makers, inspiring countless aspiring producers to realize their creative visions.
His work as a music producer began when he was featured on Priddy Ugly’s G.O.A.T album in 2019. Herc would go on to dominate the local Soundcloud scene in the following two years, dropping countless viral classics in collaboration with budding artist Willy Cardiac and among a few others.
In 2021, Herc contributed significantly to the production on Priddy Ugly’s critically acclaimed sophomore album “SOIL" and Blxckie’s major breakout debut album “B4NOW”, while producing one of the biggest songs of 2021 “Kwenzekile” by Blxckie, Herc has been nominated twice as “Producer of The Year” at the SA HipHop Awards.
As a visionary at the forefront of the industry, Herc Cut the Lights remains a dynamic force, perpetually illuminating the path forward for music production and leaving audiences enraptured with his sonic masterpieces.

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ABOUT THE SONG

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Herc Cut The Light’s debut single, is a musical manifestation of love. A single that is close to home, drawing inspiration from being on the giving and receiving end of love. Delivered 100% in vernacular, the featured artists (Sjava, Young Stunna & Blxckie) bring to life all the facets of love in the human experience in the song’s lyrics and delivery.

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