Category: Music

[VIDEO] K.O Drops ‘No Feelings’ Video

K.O has released his brand new music video for the hit single, No Feelings. The music video is inspired by S.A’s cultural elements and sees the Skhanda Gawd step out of his comfort zone and provide social commentary on ageism, racism and religious issues “We took simple ideas and turned them into something visually enticing […]

Castle Lite Keeps It Cool with Rick Ross in new TV Ad

From the brand that is synonymous with unlocking the extraordinary, Castle Lite has done it again with a new TV ad that seeks to bring fresh consistency to its Extra Cold proposition. The new spot carries on Castle Lite’s celebrity-filled legacy by adding hip hop icon Rick Ross to a legendary list that already features […]

[VIDEO] DJ Sliqe Drops ‘Oceans’ Video

Following the release of his debut album InjaYam Vol.1 last year, DJ Sliqe has released highly anticipated visuals for his hit single Oceans featuring  Da Les and Shane Eagle. Oceans is the eight consecutive video off of the same album. The tram-like, wavy and feel-good tune on Oceans is packed with rhymes and stunning delivery of verses from both Da Les and Shane […]

Top 5 Local Content Pieces That Tapped Into Hip Hop

Words by Jade Leaf It’s no secret that the face of advertising is changing in South Africa; goodbye TVC’s and hello high production value content that can live online. Brands have to ask themselves the question, “Who am I talking to and what are they most receptive to?” In South Africa specifically, over 66% of […]

Album Review: Cassper Nyovest – Thuto

Words by Mercia Tucker  I’d like to think that I’m a Nicki Minaj fan, but I can’t say that for certain. I loved her featured verses and debut single, Massive Attack. There was a uniqueness in Minaj’s style and delivery that – what it fell slightly short of in lyrical dexterity – was a refreshing […]

[VIDEO] Cassper Drops ‘Destiny’ Video

Cassper Nyovest delivers his brand new music video for his 2017 Single ‘DESTINY‘ featuring Goapele, off his 2017 studio album titled ‘Thuto‘. A film by Dirty Soul Productions Director : Kyle Lewis Editor: Stephen DuPlessis Producer: Gugu Radebe Jaetwa Art Director: Bubi Furst DOP: Pierre DeVilliers VFX: Blake Prinsloo Make Up/Styling: Kaley Meyer

5 of the Top Local Verses of 2017… so far

Words by Sizwe Ray Shabalala  Lists are always controversial but they create dialogue and force discussion. This list is based on lyricism and not who has the best hit song this year. These verses embody the art of rap. This is strictly bars and the art of rap and lyricism, and even the more technical side […]

[VIDEO] DJ Switch Drops ‘4Ways’ Feat. Da L.E.S & Yanga

DJ Switch has teamed up with DA Les and Yanga for “4 Ways”. The video has a unique music treatment which showcases an almost futuristic life in the northern streets of Fourways. “It’s been a long time coming as a Hip Hop artist and one major learning is that the support of local and international […]

Da L.E.S, Gemini Major & Yanga part ways

The partnership between Da L.E.S’s Fresh 2 Def Productions, Gemini Major and Yanga has ended. The musicians announced this morning that the two month business deal came to an end and they all walk away on good terms. “There is no beef or big issue. I wish Gemini only the best with the future,” Da […]

[VIDEO] Riky Rick Drops ‘Family’ Video

Check out Riky Rick’s brand new Family music video featuring Frank Casino. Director: Adriaan Louw Production: The Swank Group Second Camera: Ross Maxwell DOP: Adriaan Louw Editor: Adriaan Louw Fixer: Tito Balata