Luna Florentino drops a new single off his new EP, 10AM In Auckland Park
He’s back at it again. Last year saw Luna release a single every Monday off his Fresh Prince of Rustenburg mixtape and called it Mariachi Mondays. Wanting people to take their time with the music and experience it differently, he’s taken a similar approach with his new EP, Ten Times Better. He released the first […]
Of Pandemics and Artistry
How many times have you seen “The New Normal” when reading anything COVID-19 related? It’s marketing’s newest catchphrase and the disposition of sometimes blithely indifferent politicians, but what is the new normal to you? For essential services providers it’s longer hours and heightened awareness, for a 9-5er it’s working from home and requiring a more […]
Boity’s “Own Your Throne” is here
She’s teased it for a while on her social media, and Boity has now officially released her new single, “Own Your Throne”. The rapper spoke about label issues preventing her from releasing new music on an episode of her reality show that aired in February, saying “The most frustrating part is that people think I’m […]
Apple Music launches Africa Now with DJ Cuppy
Apple Music recently announced a new show on the streaming service dedicated to African sounds and artists and hosted by DJ Cuppy. The show debuted on the 31st May and will air weekly on Sundays. Of the show, Cuppy said, “There are so many rich textures and sounds in Africa and the time is now for […]
808x is “Built to Win, Born to Lose”
A producer and sound engineer, the extent of 808x’s repertoire is pleasantly varied. A founding partner of innanetwav, the media and entertainment house that caters to some of the new wave’s most talented artists, 808x’s presence on the net goes back to 2017. When he’s not producing for Southside Mohammed, popsnotthefather, or oshoku, he’s released […]
Willy Cardiac is taking the world by storm
It’s a great day to be Willy Cardiac. He’s just released his new single, Fan of Me, that features Eric Bellinger, a Grammy-award winning artist who has worked with Chris Brown, Nicki Minaj, Usher, Selena Gomez and Justin Bieber. In addition to that, Spotify has announced the 19-year old as their second RADAR Africa artist. […]
The 10 Best KG Hooks, Ranked
KayGizm has delivered some of the most memorable choruses in South African hip-hop. In honour of his birthday, we rank the 10 best hooks he has contributed to in his legendary career. Often credited as Kay Gee, KayGizm or KG, Kgaugelo Choabi is one of the most skilled songwriters, with the most recognizable voices in […]
Hunter Rose drops her debut EP Love & Trust
In so far as songstresses go, Hunter Rose is one of SA’s finest. Her vocals hinge on just the perfect balance between silky smooth and raspy soulfulness that has become part of her signature sound. From Cape Town, this RnB maven had her debut performance on a morning TV show in 2019 and went on […]
Al da 3rd releases a new EP, Pula
He’s a talented producer and one-third of the BETR GANG (of ‘Solo and the BETR GANG’ fame). As a solo artist, Al da 3rd released his debut project four years ago. Since “Twenty Sixteens”, he’s gone on the road with the GANG, and also released a single, “Picture Moment” feat. Solo and V the Vowel. It’s […]
UMG announces the launch of Def Jam Africa
Universal Music Group (UMG) today announced the launch of Def Jam Africa, a new label division within the continent dedicated to representing the best hip-hop, Afrobeats and trap talent in Africa. Def Jam Africa will follow the blueprint of the iconic Def Jam Recordings label, which has led and influenced the cutting-edge in hip-hop and […]
Karabo Poppy, Davido, and other artists curate Africa Day playlists
Karabo Poppy, Davido, Laolu, and Msaki are amongst a group of 15 artists who’ve curated their own playlists for Apple Music in celebration of Africa Day. “African music is rich and diverse because Africa is a continent, not a country,” Angelique Kidjo explains. “Its music ranges from Uum Kulthum of Egypt down to Miriam Makeba of South Africa, with many distinct styles and […]
Black Coffee announces ownership stake in Gallo Music Group
SA music icon and international DJ, Black Coffee, has taken to his social media to announce that his investment company, Flight Mode SA, has acquired a majority stake of Gallo Music Investments. SA’s oldest and largest independent music label, Gallo is home to the catalogues of some of our most iconic musicians. Of the deal, […]