Fresh off the success of their chart-topping Afrohouse collaboration ‘Umada,’ UK Afrobeats sensation Great Adamz and Romanian DJ/producer Manuel Riva are back with another infectious single designed for the summer soundtrack. Released today via Radikal Records and Forward Music Agency, ‘Shake’ blends Afrobeat rhythms, Latin-inspired grooves, and melodic house textures into a vibrant, sun-drenched dance anthem.
Where ‘Umada’ leaned into deeper club energy, ‘Shake’ shifts the mood toward beach parties, rooftop sunsets, and warm summer nights. Layered percussion, smooth house production, and traditional instrumentation create an atmosphere that feels both intimate and euphoric. At the center of it all is Great Adamz’s unmistakable vocal delivery, powered by the instantly catchy “shake” hook that effortlessly glides across Manuel Riva’s polished Latin-infused production.
The collaboration arrives during a major breakout period for Great Adamz. The Nigerian-born UK artist continues to build momentum after earning multiple No. 1 placements on Music Week’s Black Music Chart with both ‘Umada’ and his previous hit ‘Jeje.’ His rise has also been fueled by his involvement with the prestigious MOBO Awards Unsung Class of 2022, where he toured alongside artists like Crae Wolf and Zitah. Their later collaboration, ‘Kilon So,’ became one of Adamz’s defining records and further cemented his growing reputation within the Afrobeats scene.
Meanwhile, Manuel Riva continues to prove why he remains one of Eastern Europe’s most successful dance exports. Since launching his solo project in 2015, the Romanian producer has amassed more than 200 million streams globally while carving out a distinct lane in melodic and deep house. His breakout single ‘Mhm Mhm’ cracked the Billboard Dance Club Chart Top 20, while ‘Miami’ with Alexandra Stan climbed into the Top 10 and later became the official anthem for Neversea Festival.
More recently, Riva’s collaboration ‘Matahale’ alongside Goldcher and Irina Rimes has earned support from respected names including Adriatique, Moblack, and Rivo, highlighting his continued evolution toward globally inspired house music.
Together, Great Adamz and Manuel Riva have created something that feels tailor-made for the season ahead. ‘Shake’ balances emotional warmth with undeniable dancefloor energy, capturing the feeling of endless summer nights through a fusion of Afrobeat soul, Latin rhythms, and modern house production. It’s a track built to travel from clubs to coastlines — and one that may quickly become one of this summer’s most addictive crossover records.
