[VIDEO] Childish Gambino Drops ‘This Is America’ Video
Donald Glover aka Childish Gambino hosted Saturday Night Live this past weekend and immediately after the show dropped the mesmerising “This is America”. The accompany visuals had the internet abuzz throughout Sunday. The video which is an accurate portrayal of the state of Trump’s America depicts the violence and racism which has become everyday life […]
Op-Ed: Artists Must Be More Proactive
Words by Rouge da Rapper The exploitation of artists in the music industry has been a topic of conversation since the industry’s nascence. Everyday there’s a new story about an artist being taken advantage of either by managers, labels, promoters, venues, websites, or the Southern African Music Rights Organization (Samro). Dubious practices, musical paupers Even […]
Part 2: 20 Most Influential People & Brands of all Time in SA Urban Fashion
Words by Nick Kaoma This is Part 2 of the list of the 20 Most influential individuals and brands of all time in SA urban fashion and street culture. You can read Part 1 which consisted of individuals and brands in positions 20 – 11. 10. Trompies If you had told me in 1997 (my […]
[VIDEO] Feel Good Live Sessions presents Yanga Chief
Yanga is one of the most underrated creatives in SA. Not only is he a gifted rapper and songwriter, but he’s also a director with multiple music videos under his belt. And if you’ve ever peeped his live performances you’ll know that he brings it there too! So we were very happy to see that […]
Bubbling Under #4 – Kumnandi
Birth Name: Luyolo Ndayi Occupation: DJ/Producer Stage Name: KUMNANDI Genre: Hip Hop / Gqom Born in Port Elizabeth in 1995, Luyolo is the youngest of 3 brothers. He credits his older siblings for his love for music. At an early age he was introduced to kwaito and hip hop. At the age of 15 he […]
[Video] K.O Drops ‘Swagganova’
Although many had written him off, the Skhanda King K.O is back with a vengeance. His sophomore album hasn’t done the numbers that his debut did but it has made a statement nevertheless. The statement is: don’t be too quick to write off one of the most gifted hip hop artists SA has ever produced. […]
[VIDEO] Moozlie Drops ‘Bum Bum’ feat. Gemini Major
Nomuzi aka Moozlie has been putting in serious work in preparation of her debut album which is due in the next few months through her own label Nomuzi Mabena Music. Her latest single titled “Bum Bum” features the No.1 Rudebuoy Gemini Major. The joint has a very catchy and sexy ragga vibe with Gemini holding […]
Ballantine’s Stay True Labs Bringing Heat with Kid Fonque & More
Often, the most authentic conversations happen amongst friends, on a couch in a relaxed setting, whilst sharing a bottle of Ballantine’s Scotch Whisky. As part of its ongoing Stay True Journey, Ballantine’s will sit down with Kid Fonque, African Ginger and Daev Martin for the brand’s next Stay True Labs couch session in downtown Johannesburg […]
Album Review: Cardi B – Invasion of Privacy
Words by Ziyanda Ntloko Cardi B has had a truly remarkable rise. From the moment she appeared on VH1’s massively popular reality show franchise Love & Hip Hop, a star was born. Although no one could’ve guessed it at the time, Cardi B would catapult from the small screen to pop culture prominence in record […]
Castle Lite Unlocks Major League, pH, Ms. Cosmo and Ayanda MVP
The end of January 2018 saw an ice-breaking announcement from Castle Lite where producer and multi-award winning artist, Chance The Rapper was revealed as the headline act for this year’s Castle Lite Unlocks Music Experience! To further add to the excitement, South Africa’s very own trailblazing rappers Nadia Nakai, Frank Casino and Shane Eagle will […]
[VIDEO] Feel Good Live Sessions Presents Riky Rick
After a bit of a hiatus JR’s Feel Good Live Sessions are back. The popular live showcase comes back with a bang with Riky Rick joining the platform to perform a number of his joints live. Riky Rick is one of the best hip hop performers in the country and it is not surprising that […]
[VIDEO] Meek Mill Drops ‘1942 Flows’ Video
There has been some amazing progress in Meek Mill’s in the past week. Firstly, the Philadelphia District Attorney has confirmed that he will not oppose Meek’s bail application. Secodnly, the controversial judge who has been overseeing the rapper’s case for over a decade has been removed from the case thereby leaving the chances of Meek […]