Matt B’s ‘ALKEBULAN II’ in Dolby Atmos: A Global Dance Party for Your Ears

If you’ve been searching for that perfect excuse to blast music so epic your neighbors can’t help but start dancing with you—look no further. Matt B is back with an absolute stunner: the Dolby Atmos release of his GRAMMY®-winning album, ‘ALKEBULAN II’—and trust us, you’ve never experienced sound quite like this.

Imagine stepping into a virtual concert hall where every note, drumbeat, and heavenly choir arrangement wraps around you like a warm, rhythmic hug. That’s exactly what the Dolby Atmos edition of ‘ALKEBULAN II’ delivers. You’ll almost swear Matt B and the legendary Royal Philharmonic Orchestra have set up shop in your living room—minus the need to rearrange the furniture (though you might have to move a coffee table to make room for your impromptu dance moves).

Fresh off his second GRAMMY® nomination and a glorious first win for Best Global Music Album—plus netting the first GRAMMY® win ever for the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra—Matt B clearly knows how to make history. If you thought the high from his previous Best Global Music Performance nomination (for “Gimme Love”) was electrifying, buckle up: ‘ALKEBULAN II’ is a sonic rocket ship headed straight for your heart, soul, and dancing feet.

The story behind this album alone deserves its own award. Recorded at the iconic Abbey Road Studios, ‘ALKEBULAN II’ calls on a diverse lineup of collaborators, including Nomfundo Khambule and GRAMMY®-nominated spoken word artist Sekou Andrews. This is truly music that transcends borders, marrying African heritage with a global perspective—like the coolest international potluck you’ve ever attended, but the only thing on the menu is mind-blowing tunes.

Did we mention “NO WAHALA,” a track that already snagged Best Song – Short Film at the Hollywood Music in Media Awards? Matt B doesn’t just sing about bridging cultures—he shows us how it’s done. The accompanying ‘ALKEBULAN II’ short film, directed by Angela V. Benson (with Matt B serving as co-director), was filmed in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Swakopmund, and Windhoek. Expect jaw-dropping visuals, goosebump-worthy storytelling, and the sudden urge to book a flight to anywhere that speaks to your sense of adventure.

You’ll hear layers of harmony you never knew existed—like discovering secret chocolate chips in your cookie when you thought it was plain. It’s that delightful. Every orchestrated swell, every whispered lyric, and every jubilant drum call feels meticulously placed in its own sonic dimension, making ‘ALKEBULAN II’ more immersive than the average music experience. It’s basically an invitation to leave reality behind for a bit and step into Matt B’s beautifully crafted universe of sound.

Matt B’s been topping charts across continents—Japan, China, you name it—and collecting more than 20 major awards along the way. Being crowned by Ranks Africa as one of the ‘100 Most Influential People in Entertainment’ was just another day at the office for this unstoppable talent. Now, with this Dolby Atmos release, he’s ready to take his global impact to even greater heights—and you get a front-row seat.

Listen to the album via Apple Music here.

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