Malachi and Elizée release their first single after signing to Sony
Listed as one of the top 10 local MCs who got next, Malachi has recently signed – together with Elizée – a record deal through a joint venture between The Hampton Music Group & Sony Music Entertainment Africa. The signing comes at the back of their success and traction on a street level, as well […]
Rouge is Popular
On a roll, Rouge has released her second single in as many weeks. This one features Emtee and is titled “Popular.” “I am really excited about what people can expect from this song, I want them to experience Rouge the musician not just the rapper and because I have a song with the G.O.A.T, Emtee […]
DJ Sliqe’s Kennel Room
In anticipation of Injayam Vol. 2, DJ Sliqe has dropped a two-track surprise EP titled Kennel Room. The brief project which he fondly terms the ‘Jiggy Tape’ is a another way in which Sliqe flexes his music-making muscle while working on the follow up to his debut album. “My Blood” featuring Farx, Yanga Chief and […]
Jimmy Nevis features Patty Monroe on the “Ratchet” remix
Jimmy Nevis recently dropped the remix to “Ratchet”, a song off his last album, Chimera. The reimagined version was produced by Jimmy, features Cape Town rapper Patty Monroe, and is a more upbeat chilled version of the song, as oppose to the original trap version from the album. Check it out here.
Nadia Nakai’s debut “Naked” is here
One of the most anticipated albums in SA hip hop over the past few years is finally here. South African rapper and songwriter Nadia Nakai releases her debut album, “Naked.” Nadia’s “Naked” shows us that there is a strength in vulnerability, a side that the rapper is not afraid to share with her fans. The album is […]
Rouge is back with “Bazigally”
Her first release under Sony Music Africa, Rouge has given us her new single “Bazigally.” “Bazigally” features The Ginger Mac who worked with her on her previous album called The New Era Sessions which earned her a SAMA award in 2018. The song is very edgy but also club and radio friendly and in true […]
Punchline Media’s “Party Up, Get Paid”
To coincide with their cover of The Plug for Youth Month, we have the exclusive on Punchline Media’s new single “Party Up, Get Paid.” Out on all streaming platforms tomorrow, have a look at the official cover art below. Look familiar? 😉
Xenlaii’s Surf : AM experience
Xenlaii, a young, independent artist from Pietermartizburg debuted his SURF: AM EP and short film recently in Johannesburg with an experience that merged installation and video art. Having graduated with a degree in graphic design, Xenlaii merged all parts of his creative expression, going against the grain and challenging the way indie hip hop performances […]
Fresh Music Friday – Week 6
Youngsta’s debut album has arrived. One of the hardest working artists in SA has released 3T which is narrated by his grandfather, and is a journey on his life and history. The album can be found here. ByLwansta has released the first chapter in his SpijØnget series. Released as a series of three four-track EPs, […]
Fresh Music Friday – Week 5
Recently celebrating 10 years in the rap game, Zingah (formerly known as Smashis, of the Cashtime Fam trio) has just dropped his highly anticipated single “Dlala”. Having taken a hiatus, Zingah recently signed to Sony and “Dlala” marks his re-entry to the market. The single can be found here. A follow-up to his February 2019 […]
Fresh Music Friday – Week 4
N’veigh has released his long-awaited debut album, Peanut Butter. After the surprise EP No Pineapples on my Pizza, the Pretoria rapper gave us 13 tracks that can be found on iTunes, Spotify, Deezer, and Google Music. After teasing fans with the title song of his album, the first full length offering from TTGO has arrived in […]
FRESH MUSIC FRIDAY – WEEK 3
Muzi has released his new single “We Are Growing – Muzi Rework” today. The single recognises his Zulu roots and pays homage to the Margaret Singana classic, which was the opening title to the Shaka Zulu TV series. The single can be found on Apple, Spotify and Deezer. ______ Riky Rick has dropped a single […]