Angie Santana releases a Valentine’s Day three-piece EP titled Angelico
R&B singer Angie Santana has released a sweet and short three-track project for Valentine’s Day titled Angelico. The project opens up with the visceral “Bleed Me Out”, which finds the singer berating a lover who consistently puts her through hell. On the song, she sings, “You ain’t exposing me, boo why you so conceited? Showing my deepest […]
Hip-hop artist, Dj Citi Lyts has died
The hip-hop community was this morning stunned as news reports started to pour in announcing the passing of DJ Citi Lyts, who was shot 8 times in the early hours of the Monday morning in Dube, Soweto. The popular hip-hop DJ, whose real name is Sandile Mkhize was shot and killed this morning in an […]
Touchline’s long awaited album S.O.O.N 2 (A Better Year) is a love letter to his fans and broader community
Touchline has finally released his highly anticipated third album S.O.O.N 2. Presented as a love letter to his fans and the broader community he exists in, he writes on the album cover, “A story by Thabo Mahlwele. Written during trying times. Moments when the world continues to face some of the greatest battles, a time […]
“Nkao Tempela” Hitmakers Mellow & Sleazy Sign to Sony Music and Release New EP
Music duo Mellow & Sleazy have officially announced their signing to major label Sony Music South Africa. The duo, whose real names are Phemelo Sefanyetse and Olebogeng Kwanaite, are responsible for viral hits “Bopha” together with Felo le Tee, DJ Maphorisa, and Young Stunna, as well as their latest smash “Nkao Tempela” together with Ch’cco. […]
Blxckie Emerges As MTV Base Hottest MC of 2021
MTV Base Hottest MCs list reveal is an anticipated yearly fixture every December. This year was not any different and for the 2021 instalment, the affair was hosted by MTV Base Culture Squad member Tshego Koke. The panel assembled consisted of DJ Zan D, Shala The Unicorn, Kai, Buhle, Siya and French Fry, who debated […]
A-Reece Announces The Inclusion of “Tuff Luck” on Upcoming Collaboration Album With Jay Jody, Blue Tape
A-Reece and his brother Jay Jody (one half of BenchMarq) are gearing to release their collaborative album Blue Tape on December 10th. The two wordsmiths have collaborated on numerous occasions in their respective careers. Standout collaborations from the two in recent times include the BenchMarq single “No New Friends”, which featured a scene stealing hook […]
Blxckie To Kickstart His Countrywide B4Now Tour This Friday
To cap off what has been a monumental rookie year, Blxckie has announced a countrywide tour that is set to commence this week on Friday, 26 November. The talented artist has enjoyed a debut season like no other, which saw him releasing his first official offering earlier in the year, B4Now, to critical acclaim. He […]
The Big Hash Releases a New Single “Sometimes” Ahead Of His Upcoming ARIES EP
Gearing up to release his upcoming EP ARIES, The Big Hash releases a new single called “Sometimes’. This single comes after a period where the talented emcee and singer was embroiled in a bitter label dispute but it seems all has been resolved and he has put it all behind him as he is now […]
Skhandaworld Releases Their Debut Compilation Album ‘Welcome To The Planet’
K.O. is steadily becoming a flagship artist in South African hip hop based on how efficient he is in reinventing and diversifying his artistic acumen. Welcome To The Planet is the debut compilation album of his collective Skhandaworld, which also happens to be the name of his label as well as his thriving clothing line, […]
YoungstaCPT Releases New Collaborative Album With Producer Shaney Jay, Dreams Don’t Pay Bills (DDPB)
Off the back of his 2018 debut’s success, YoungstaCPT returns with a collaboration album with the talented Cape Town based producer Shaney Jay, Dreams Don’t Pay Bills (DDPB). 3T (Things Take Time), his debut album,cemented him as a major force to be reckoned with in South African hip hop. That release culminated with his triumph […]
Listen to L-Tido’s 4-track EP, Pressure
After announcing a couple of months ago that he was still ironing out a few business issues, L-Tido has finally released some new music. While it’s not a full length project, Pressure, L-Tido’s newest project is a delightful 4-track package that features the likes of AKA, Stogie T and new singing sensation Wunda. On the […]
Busta 929 Releases ‘Umsebenzi Wethu EP: Tribute To Mpura’
On 9 August, South Africa woke up to the untimely passing of Mongezi Stuurman, better known as Mpura. The amapiano artist died in a car accident that claimed six lives including that of fellow musician Killer Kau, as well as upcoming artists Khanya “The Voice” Hadebe, DJ Thando Tot and TD. Rustenburg firefighter, Sanza Mohumi, […]