Listen to the new collaboration ‘Maria’ from Ciza and Francis Mercier featuring Ta Renzo and DJ Ngamla. Stream, buy the track, mp3 download.
The international music circuit receives a potent new offering with the single “Maria,” a collaboration between Tanzanian hitmaker Ciza and Haitian-French producer Francis Mercier, featuring vocals from Ta Renzo and additional production by DJ Ngamla. This track marks a significant convergence of styles and continents, released under the combined force of Ciza’s own CIZARIO Records and the influential Atlanta-based label LVRN. Ciza, born in Tanzania, has built a formidable reputation for crafting rhythms that dominate East African airwaves and beyond, known for his seamless blend of local sounds with global club energy.
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His partner on this record, Francis Mercier, brings a deep-rooted knowledge of melodic house and techno, informed by his Haitian heritage and Parisian base, previously earning support from major industry platforms. Their joint effort leverages this distinct cross-continental expertise. “Maria” presents a concise, three-minute journey designed for modern playlists and DJ sets, emphasizing rhythmic precision and vocal hooks. The involvement of LVRN Records, home to acclaimed artists, signals a strategic move to introduce this collaborative sound to a wider, more mainstream audience. This release follows a pattern of African artists and diaspora producers forging powerful links, creating a blueprint for global dance music that respects its regional origins while aiming for universal appeal. The production credits shared between Ciza and DJ Ngamla point to a sound anchored in current African electronic trends, with Mercier’s touch elevating its crossover potential.
Ciza, Francis Mercier – Maria (ft. Ta Renzo & DJ Ngamla)
Produced by Ciza, DJ Ngamla
29 November 2025
1 song, 3 minutes
℗ 2025 CIZARIO Records/LVRN Records (Love Renaissance)
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