Is Lyricism Still Important in Hip Hop?
Words by Mzonke Maloney How many purists may characterize lyricism in hip hop is through a template that insists on overt complexity, density and the multi-layering of thought. However, Hip hop has sought to provide space for anyone capable of finding a particular eloquence in interpreting its unique vernacular. It is important to first make […]
10 SA Rappers To Watch In 2018
Words by Kenny Wood 2017 has been an interesting year for South African hip hop. The culture has had a hell of a face lift. The cyphers under bridges have moved into wavy parties at streetwear stores (hello La Familia), and backpacks have been traded in for moonbags and fanny packs. The aesthetic transformation of […]
Cassper Shifted The Paradigm of SA Hip Hop
Words by Glenn Kisela Hip hop has always held a level of romanticism. It’s carried the hopes of many and provided soundtracks to our deepest yearnings and most audacious dreams. To many people, hip hop has also served as a form of hope, a trait no one has exemplified more locally than Cassper Nyovest. He […]
Sneaker Review: The Curry 4
Words by Leslie Nteta Sneaker culture is heavily informed and influenced by the game of basketball. Some of the most iconic and sought-after sneakers were initially just made for basketball players but over the years they transcended and became an indelible part of people’s lifestyles. So many players have failed at creating a signature shoe […]
adidas Elevated the Creative Landscape in SA
2017 has served as a cultural highlight for the game. Amongst the highlights this year has been how adidas has elevated the creative landscape in South Africa. From fire collections, collaborations with emerging creative forces such as The Plug Mag and Jamal Nxedlana of The Bubblegum Club, creating a game changing creative platform such as […]
International Grime Star Rocks Jose Cuervo’s Seize The City
On Sunday 3 December a crowd of Jozi’s young influentials seized the city with Jose Cuervo, the world’s number one tequila, at an underground party held at The Station in Newtown. Tapping into the legacy of 90’s rave culture, the gathering saw the youth rebelling against the norm and taking nightlife culture into their own hands. […]
[New Mix] DJ Lyle – The Weekend Fix Vol. 10
Cape Town’s finest, DJ Lyle, has hooked us up with a dope, nostalgic mix including some off your favourite old school hip hop anthems. Get your December started in style by streaming the mix below.
AKA Launches Beam Digital
South African rap artist, Kiernan Forbes famously known as AKA, The SupaMega, is launching Beam Digital with his business partners MiCore and Celebrity Services Africa this week, set to revolutionize the way in which artists and their fans engage through the application of innovative mobile technologies. Beam Digital will empower celebrities (musicians, actors, models and […]
Steers’ Respek Nation presents J Molley – The New Wave
J Molley is different. And by that I’m not referring to the fact that he’s a white kid in a game dominated by black rappers. The Internet Boy, as he is fondly known by his peers, is an extremely bright kid. Nerdy even. The home-schooled rapper waxes lyrical about everything from cartoons to business to […]
Steers Respek Nation presents Shane Eagle – Leader of the New School
Game-changing moments are often only recognised and appreciated in retrospect. When is the exact moment a rap icon is born? When does an artist transcend from being a great rapper to being recognised as a legend? How do we decide who’s got next? And who decides – gatekeepers? Which gatekeepers? Fellow artists? The Fans..? South […]
The SA Influencer Landscape
Words by Sanele Mawisa What is an influencer? If I had a rand for every time this topic reared its confused head on twitter, I would make as much money as influencers do. The reason for this topic being so contentiously debated is due to a lack of understanding on the subject. Everybody has their […]
Sho Madjozi – The Trailblazer
Words by Caron Williams Photography by Austin Malema Make-up by Mpho Moeng Cover design by Dumaza Ndata Sho Madjozi burst onto South Africa’s music scene and has blazed an intoxicating trail ever since. With her signature hairstyle, kaleidoscopic xibelani and larger than life personality, she’s carving an inspiring lane for herself as an eclectic talent who is […]