The Shafiq En’ A-Free Ka EP is the fi rst release from Shafiq Husayn’s full-length debut album on Plug Research, Shafi q En’ A-Free-Ka. The EP contains the hypnotizing fi rst single “Cheeba,” where Shafi q creates a dark and heavy introspective mood that is matched perfectly by Bilal’s distinctive vocals. In addition, veteran beatsmith Nottz’s remix of the track re-works Shafiq’s music into a throwback to the classic Soulquarian sound and gives Bilal’s performance a new perspective. The B-side of the EP kicks off with the buzz track “Lil Girl” featuring UK newcomer Fatima. The beat is lo-fi , slightly off kilter and Fatima’s heavenly vocals are dead on. The stellar album cut is followed by another selection off the album, “Nirvana” as well as an accompanying remix from Mark de Clive-Lowe. Mark’s remix infuses a strong Euro-dance element into the track with some House music infl uences, turning the original head-nod of the beat into a pulsating spiritual dance anthem. Tracklisting: SIDE A A1. CHEEBA FT. BILAL A2. CHEEBA INSTRUMENTAL A3. CHEEBA FT. BILAL — NOTTZ REMIX SIDE B B1. LIL’ GIRL FT. FATIMA B2. LIL’ GIRL INSTRUMENTAL B3. NIRVA NA B4. NIRVA NA MARK DE CLIVE-LOWE REMIX