Album: Midnight In Sunnyside Album by Mellow

Released on 26 March 2021, Midnight In Sunnyside Album is one of the early defining projects from Mellow & Sleazy. The album laid the foundation for their Midnight In Sunnyside series and helped push the Bacardi-influenced amapiano sound into the spotlight.

The project captures the raw nightlife energy of Sunnyside, Pretoria — known for its street groove culture and late-night sessions. Sonically, the album is built around heavy log drums, rolling percussions, repetitive chant-style vocals, and aggressive basslines that dominate the dancefloor.

Unlike later installments which show more polished structure, the first Midnight In Sunnyside has a more underground and unfiltered feel. The sequencing maintains consistent high energy, making it ideal for DJs, street parties, and club environments.

The album reflects the duo’s early signature production style — hard-hitting, rhythm-driven, and focused on pure groove momentum.

Midnight In Sunnyside Album remains an important 2021 amapiano release that marked the beginning of a powerful series and solidified Mellow & Sleazy’s impact in the Bacardi-inspired piano movement.

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