The zeitgeist of the country is hopeful again; hesitant, but hopeful nevertheless. It is with the same spirit that Azi seeks to debut his first single of 2021, “Dance (Remix)” featuring Tweezy. Musicians had a lot to learn how to navigate an entertainment industry that didn’t allow them outside in 2020. Now that “outside” is a slightly more accessible ideal, Azi hopes to make people dance with his newly remixed single.
Read MoreIn the year 2021, Dibi feels that South African Hip-Hop still hasn't managed to fully join in and commit together in unity, except for the cliques and sub-groups that have been created such as, The OGs (old school), The New Wave(new school) and The Trappers etc. and even then it seems like these groups only come together when fighting against each other. The best example being: The OGs vs The New Wave.
Read MoreThe Big Hash has officially left the innanetwav stable and is, now, and independent artist. In a statement released via Instagram, the musician shared, “The reasons why I couldn’t drop anything wasn’t because I didn’t want to, I just wasn’t able to…”
Read MoreAfter a tumultuous 2020, artists around the world learned from last year and recommitted themselves to their craft for 2021. The Big Hash is doing the same this year with new music and a refined sound. Getting back into the studio with Elizée, The Big Hash is set to start the year strong with his upcoming single, “Peace of Mind”.
Read MoreWhere 2020 took the fun away from people, Focalistic ensured that his fans were entertained. According to Madzadza Miya for The Plug Magazine, “Focalistic is a contender for 2020 MVP”.
Read MoreGlobal Citizen Prize is introducing a new award category this year that seeks to honour leaders in their local communities, those individuals and organisations who have been working to achieve the United Nations’ Global Goals on a regional scale. The winner of the very first Global Citizen Prize: South Africa's Hero Award, presented by Vodacom, is the Women Inspired Solutions for Empowerment (WISE) Collective, in recognition of its work against gender-based violence in South Africa.
Read MoreWhere IM4NI is concerned, music is for the soul, but rap comes from the heart. With this EP, IM4NI left everything in the booth. S.I.P.S sports six tracks of pure rhythm and poetry. Incorporating subject matters like persevering through uncertain times, South African social issues like femicide and classism, and mental health.
Read MoreMoney Badoo & Sauwcy collaborate to fuse melodic runs, biting flows and juicy trap beats with the release of their first EP! According to Mandisa Ntsinde of Zkhiphani Magazine, "The project explores modified Trap sounds that are beautifully contrasted with lovey-dovey synths that make for some beautiful melodic endeavors."
Read MoreSlowing it down and opening up, Money Badoo and Sauwcy debut the second single of MK-ULTRA, "A.L.I.V.E". Keeping things candid, the track is a reflection of relationships, past and current, but also an acknowledgement of still being alive to enjoy the life ahead of them.
Read MoreMoney Badoo and Sauwcy have formally released “Lil Bih” with an announcement of their joint six-track EP, MK-ULTRA. Executive produced by King Jillz, MK-ULTRA will serve as Money Badoo and Sauwcy's formal debut in South Africa's music community
Read MoreA feel-good breakup song for ahead of the festive season? We think yes! KissBeatz has been humbly producing amazing records for the past 5+ years, but now is the time he's stepping further into the booth for himself with his latest release, "Ngonga Nini".
Read MoreProducers turned recording artists are always a treat to the listener and KissBeatz is no different! A feel-good breakup song for ahead of the festive season? We think yes! KissBeatz has been humbly producing amazing records for the past 5+ years, but now is the time he's stepping further into the booth for himself with his latest release, "Ngonga Nini".
Read MoreThe South African YouTube space is often reduced to being a space of monolithic digital personalities and creators. YouTubers have learned not to argue against naysayers, and instead focus on their communities. Misa Narrates has done the same with the production and success of The Review.
Read MoreWhen an artist gives us music and visuals on the same day, it'd be best to take heed that they have something important to say!
Read More2Lee Stark's The Complex Album makes its debut in October 2020, but the first two singles have landed today! "Uyajola" features Reason, Draper, and 2Loux, over a Tsukudu beat. While 2Lee goes solo on the Lincoln Long produced, "BOSS”.
Read MoreOver the past 10+ years, 2Lee Stark has been readying himself to make his album debut, and finally, the moment has come. After the successful release of Whip Test and his most recent music video release for "Ban Ban", 2Lee will debut The Complex Album in October 2020.
Read MoreNot bad for a high school dropout, at least that's how life is going for The Big Hash. Featuring Kwesta, The Big Hash debuts his newest single of 2020. Dropping out of high school isn't commonly advised, however, something seems to have worked for The Big Hash.
Read More“Ban Ban” saw 2Lee Stark and Tipi Dang going bar for bar back in March. Now, their Lincoln Long produced single has gotten a visual treatment. As the first single off 2Lee Stark’s Whip Test EP, “Ban Ban” announced his return to the scene after a two-year offseason from releasing music.
Read MoreAfter long hours of production, Nothing Personal will be Thabz The Heatmaker’s debut EP.
Read MoreIn his latest EP, SimmySimmyNya wastes no time with niceties and does a deep dive into the good, bad, and ugly of being a musician with a dream and limited resources. After the release of "Daily Paper," featuring Ginger Trill and "Any Means," SimmySimmyNya has finally released his sophomore EP, Broken Crayons Still Colour 2: Not Your Average.
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