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Mala explores 'Word & Sound' on new single

The DMZ head honcho is joined by Natty and Benjamin Zephaniah

DMZ and Deep Medi Musik boss Mala will officially relaunch his I&I Music imprint, which released his white label classics 'In Luv' and 'Alicia', with a new single, titled 'Word & Sound.'

The track sees Mala join forces with singer Natty and acclaimed poet Benjamin Zephaniah.

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"The making of this record happened so naturally, the words inspired me to create the music," explains Mala.

He continues, "Their message and intention was set. Conscious vibrations using words and sounds."

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More releases are slated for release on the label, with Mala informing us to "expect some new and old DMZ era bits."

'Word and Sound' will be released on October 25. You can pre-order it here and here.

James Ball is Mixmag's Weekend Editor. Follow him on Twitter

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