There’s something magnetic about the mystery of MDU aka TRP. The producer, widely hailed as one of the architects of the Amapiano sound, has once again proven that silence is a form of power. Just as his acclaimed project The Vault crosses an impressive 5 million+ streams milestone, MDU aka TRP is back to feed the streets, this time with The Vault (Deluxe) dropping 24 October 2025, featuring five brand new records “out the vault.”
For months, whispers across social media and within DJ circles hinted that TRP had more music tucked away, now those rumours have turned into reality. The announcement dropped via a collaborative Instagram post between MDU aka TRP and Turntables, immediately setting Amapiano timelines ablaze.
“It’s not just a deluxe. It’s a continuation of legacy,” one fan commented, echoing the sentiment of thousands who’ve followed TRP’s journey from underground pioneer to global influencer.
The Vault That Keeps Giving
Released on 13 June 2025, The Vault was more than a compilation; it was a cultural timestamp. Built around his signature lush chords, hypnotic basslines, and minimal yet addictive drum patterns, the project captured MDU’s unmatched ability to make the familiar feel fresh. Now, as The Vault (Deluxe) arrives, it cements his position not only as a sound innovator but as one of Amapiano’s most consistent forces.
According to Songstats, three tracks from the original release are among TRP’s most streamed and charted records to date:
- “Happy Joy (Pe Pe Pe)” ft. Brown Bread
• 4.16M streams
• 54 playlist features with a combined 1.98M reach
• 63 chart appearances
• Over 75.9K Shazams, proving its global resonance
• 25.7K views across major visual platforms - “Ngimtholile” ft. Zee_nhle & Tracy
• 868K streams
• 24 playlists, 96.7K total reach
• 54 chart entries
• 23.1K Shazams and 736K views — a viral slow-burn success - “Baba”
• 504K streams
• 12 playlists, 49K reach
• 26 charts
• Over 8.3K Shazams and 146K views
These numbers paint a picture of an artist whose influence has transcended trends. TRP’s music thrives in both intimate spaces, the late-night chill sessions, the backroom sets and massive dancefloors where Amapiano’s heartbeat finds its loudest echo.
Amapiano Royalty, Reimagined
MDU aka TRP’s The Vault (Deluxe) arrives at a pivotal time in the genre’s evolution. While the global Amapiano wave continues to ripple across continents, TRP remains grounded in his purpose, innovation before hype. His catalog, often circulated as unreleased exclusives among DJs, has become the stuff of legend. Tracks once confined to USBs and private mixes are finally being given their digital life.
With this release, MDU continues to blur the line between underground essence and mainstream polish. The Vault (Deluxe) isn’t just a drop, it’s a statement of longevity.
As he opens yet another layer of his creative vault, one truth becomes undeniable: MDU aka TRP doesn’t just make music, he curates experiences that define eras.
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