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Industry NewsChef 187 – Shadow Boxing | Mp3 Download
Award-winning Zambian rapper Chef 187 has officially ended his two-year music hiatus with the release of a brand-new single titled “Shadow Boxing.” The highly anticipated record marks Chef 187’s first official release of 2026 and serves as…
Industry NewsNasty C Unveils FREED Merch Collection Inspired By FREE Deluxe
The post Nasty C Unveils FREED Merch Collection Inspired By FREE Deluxe appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Nasty C Unveils FREED Merch Collection Inspired By FREE Deluxe.
Industry NewsTrial Dates Set For Seven Men Accused In AKA And Tibz Murders
The post Trial Dates Set For Seven Men Accused In AKA And Tibz Murders appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Trial Dates Set For Seven Men Accused In AKA And Tibz Murders.
Industry NewsDJ Speedsta Calls Out Mochen Over Ignored Radio Interview Invitation
The post DJ Speedsta Calls Out Mochen Over Ignored Radio Interview Invitation appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. DJ Speedsta Calls Out Mochen Over Ignored Radio Interview Invitation.
Industry NewsMochen Names His Top 5 SA Hip Hop Albums Of All Time
The post Mochen Names His Top 5 SA Hip Hop Albums Of All Time appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Mochen Names His Top 5 SA Hip Hop Albums Of All Time.
Industry NewsBig Xhosa Advocates Peaceful Solutions To South Africa’s Immigration Tensions
The post Big Xhosa Advocates Peaceful Solutions To South Africa’s Immigration Tensions appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Big Xhosa Advocates Peaceful Solutions To South Africa’s Immigration Tensions.
Industry NewsSastii Drops New Single ‘MIA’ Featuring Nasty C
The post Sastii Drops New Single ‘MIA’ Featuring Nasty C appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Sastii Drops New Single ‘MIA’ Featuring Nasty C.
Industry NewsKindlyNxsh Strengthens Young Soldier Movement With New Single ‘HERO’
The post KindlyNxsh Strengthens Young Soldier Movement With New Single ‘HERO’ appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. KindlyNxsh Strengthens Young Soldier Movement With New Single ‘HERO.’ South African rap sensation KindlyNxsh has officially…
Industry NewsKane Keid Returns With New Single ‘Lelo’ As Anticipation Builds For Debut Album
The post Kane Keid Returns With New Single ‘Lelo’ As Anticipation Builds For Debut Album appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Kane Keid Returns With New Single ‘Lelo’ As Anticipation Builds For Debut Album.
Industry NewsK.O Toasts To Success With New Single ‘Hotela’ Featuring Danya Devs & Scotts Maphuma
The post K.O Toasts To Success With New Single ‘Hotela’ Featuring Danya Devs & Scotts Maphuma appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. K.O Toasts To Success With New Single ‘Hotela’ Featuring Danya Devs & Scotts Maphuma.
Industry NewsThe White Whisper Turns Melancholy Into Movement on “African Lullaby”
The White Whisper approaches dance music from a different emotional angle on “African Lullaby,” a hypnotic single from the album Lunar Dances.
Industry NewsEmtee Granted Bail After Spending Night In Police Custody
The post Emtee Granted Bail After Spending Night In Police Custody appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Emtee Granted Bail After Spending Night In Police Custody.
Industry NewsBlue Pappi Announces New Mixtape And Nationwide Tour For 2026
The post Blue Pappi Announces New Mixtape And Nationwide Tour For 2026 appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Blue Pappi Announces New Mixtape And Nationwide Tour for 2026.
Industry NewsSjava Celebrates 10 Years Of Music With Upcoming Intimate Spotify Fan Experience In Pretoria
The post Sjava Celebrates 10 Years Of Music With Upcoming Intimate Spotify Fan Experience In Pretoria appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Sjava Celebrates 10 Years Of Music With Upcoming Intimate Spotify Fan Experience In Pretoria.
Industry NewsK.O Shares Studio Session For Upcoming Single “Hotela” Featuring Danya Devs & Scotts Maphuma
The post K.O Shares Studio Session For Upcoming Single “Hotela” Featuring Danya Devs & Scotts Maphuma appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. K.O Shares Studio Session For Upcoming Single “Hotela” Featuring Danya Devs & Scotts Maphuma.
Industry NewsTony Dayimane Brings Debut Headline Show To Life In “The Big Boy Live Show” Concert Film
The post Tony Dayimane Brings Debut Headline Show To Life In “The Big Boy Live Show” Concert Film appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Tony Dayimane Brings Debut Headline Show To Life In “The Big Boy Live Show” Concert Film.
Industry NewsKindlyNxsh Set To Drop New Single “HERO”
The post KindlyNxsh Set To Drop New Single “HERO” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. KindlyNxsh Set To Drop New Single “HERO.” Johannesburg’s rap landscape is about to feel the impact of another major moment as rising star KindlyNxsh gears…
Industry NewsSKIIPS Marks “Secret Is Out (Remix)” Streaming Milestone As He Gears Up For “Show Up” with Lowfeye
The post SKIIPS Marks “Secret Is Out (Remix)” Streaming Milestone As He Gears Up For “Show Up” with Lowfeye appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag.
Industry News‘Worst Thing for SA Hip-Hop’ Cassper & Nasty C’s Friendship Draws Mixed Reactions From Hip-Hop Fans
The post ‘Worst Thing for SA Hip-Hop’ Cassper & Nasty C’s Friendship Draws Mixed Reactions From Hip-Hop Fans appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag.
Industry NewsThe Big Hash Reminds Fans Of His Lyrical Prowess With ‘Family Tree Freestyle’ Preview
The post The Big Hash Reminds Fans Of His Lyrical Prowess With ‘Family Tree Freestyle’ Preview appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. The Big Hash Reminds Fans Of His Lyrical Prowess With ‘Family Tree Freestyle’ Preview.
Industry NewsSponcks ft. Immani – Honorable MP | Mp3 Download
Emerging artist Sponcks has teamed up with talented singer Immani to release a thought-provoking new single titled “Honorable MP.” Unlike many mainstream releases that focus on entertainment, “Honorable MP” takes a conscious approach by…
Industry NewsSamro Retirement Annuity Fund calls on members to update their details
The Samro Retirement Annuity Fund (SRAF) has launched a member data update drive following the successful implementation of South Africa's Two-Pot Retirement System and growing engagement from members seeking access to their retirement…
Industry NewsToya Delazy Marks New Milestone As “Zulu Jungle” EP Gains Momentum
The post Toya Delazy Marks New Milestone As “Zulu Jungle” EP Gains Momentum appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Toya Delazy Marks New Milestone As “Zulu Jungle” EP Gains Momentum.
Industry NewsEx Global Explains Why This Is Not The Right Time For SA Artists To Release Music
The post Ex Global Explains Why This Is Not The Right Time For SA Artists To Release Music appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Ex Global Explains Why This Is Not The Right Time For SA Artists To Release Music.
Industry NewsFred Durst-led Limp Bizkit announces Johannesburg FNB Stadium concert
Known for their explosive live performances and era-defining hits, multi-platinum music icons, Limp Bizkit will bring their high-energy show to local fans for what promises to be one of the biggest events of 2026.
Industry NewsMuzo AKA Alphonso – Make Hip-Hop Great Again | Mp3 Download
Muzo AKA Alphonso makes a strong return with a brand-new release titled “Make Hip-Hop Great Again,” a bold and statement-driven record aimed at reviving the essence of authentic hip-hop.
Industry NewsTwinsize Bend to the Breaking Point with “Contortionist”
There is a peculiar kind of exhaustion in loving someone to your own detriment, a feeling that Leeds-based six-piece Twinsize capture with frightening accuracy on their new single “Contortionist.” Released on Monomyth Records, the track is…
Industry NewsThe Visceral Agony of blue pablo’s “baby, mess me entirely”
When Albuquerque solo artist blue pablo dropped “baby, mess me entirely,” a deeply unsettling question crawled into the room: why do we so eagerly swallow the very things that tear us apart? Working alongside producer Mateo Gutierrez, blue…
Industry NewsLevel Up Your Faith with Dianne Forte’s “Hallelujah Just Keep Your Heads Up Now”
Dianne Forte has somehow built a bizarre, joyous bridge between Sunday morning devotion and a vintage arcade console with the instrumental version of her latest single, “Hallelujah Just Keep Your Heads Up Now”.
Industry NewsRamaphosa honours film composer Dr Trevor Jones with Order of Ikhamanga in Silver
South African-born film composer Dr Trevor Jones received the Order of Ikhamanga in Silver from President Cyril Ramaphosa at the recent National Orders ceremony in Pretoria.
Industry NewsSteve Louw’s Traces of the Flood features Bob Dylan’s touring musicians
South African rock icon Steve Louw has released his latest album, Traces of the Flood, a Nashville-recorded project produced by acclaimed international producer Kevin Shirley and featuring members of Bob Dylan’s touring band.
Industry NewsThe Big Hash, Sly & Kabza De Small’s “Love Is A Star” Album Surpasses 1 Million Streams In 10 Days
The post The Big Hash, Sly & Kabza De Small’s “Love Is A Star” Album Surpasses 1 Million Streams In 10 Days appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag.
Industry NewsWhy South African Music creators are losing money: What Samro is doing about it
The Southern African Music Rights Organisation (Samro) is inviting music creators, publishers, and members to participate in a dedicated two-week member engagement session, The State of Your Music: Service Weeks.
Industry NewsCotton Fest Confirms Music Video Rollout For UCF Class of 2026 Mixtape
The post Cotton Fest Confirms Music Video Rollout For UCF Class of 2026 Mixtape appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Cotton Fest Confirms Music Video Rollout For UCF Class of 2026 Mixtape.
Industry NewsMochen Celebrates Unique Fans’ Reactions To “NORTH Vol. 1 (The Prophecy)” Album
The post Mochen Celebrates Unique Fans’ Reactions To “NORTH Vol. 1 (The Prophecy)” Album appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Mochen Celebrates Unique Fans’ Reactions To “NORTH Vol. 1 (The Prophecy)” Album.
Industry NewsMaglera Doe Boy Brings Black Italia To Life In Bold Rossimoda Campaign
The post Maglera Doe Boy Brings Black Italia To Life In Bold Rossimoda Campaign appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Maglera Doe Boy Brings Black Italia To Life In Bold Rossimoda Campaign.
Industry NewsNasty C & Tellaman’s Joint Project “T’s & C’s Apply” Nears Completion
The post Nasty C & Tellaman’s Joint Project “T’s & C’s Apply” Nears Completion appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Nasty C & Tellaman’s Joint Project “T’s & C’s Apply” Nears Completion.
Industry NewsGalston Anthony Shares Throwback With Cassper Nyovest & Maggz As He Announces Mayoral Ambitions
The post Galston Anthony Shares Throwback With Cassper Nyovest & Maggz As He Announces Mayoral Ambitions appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Galston Anthony Shares Throwback With Cassper Nyovest & Maggz As He Announces Mayoral Ambitions.
Industry NewsMarazA Unveils Striking ‘UNO’ Cover Art Ahead Of Album Release
The post MarazA Unveils Striking ‘UNO’ Cover Art Ahead Of Album Release appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. MarazA Unveils Striking ‘UNO’ Cover Art Ahead Of Album Release.
Industry NewsProVerb Graduates With MBA: “Every Sacrifice Suddenly Made Sense”
The post ProVerb Graduates With MBA: “Every Sacrifice Suddenly Made Sense” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. ProVerb Graduates With MBA: “Every Sacrifice Suddenly Made Sense.” South African media personality and hip-hop veteran ProVerb…
Industry NewsBig Zulu Reacts To Drake’s ICEMAN Album: “I Can’t Hear What He’s Saying”
The post Big Zulu Reacts To Drake’s ICEMAN Album: “I Can’t Hear What He’s Saying” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Big Zulu Reacts To Drake’s ICEMAN Album: “I Can’t Hear What He’s Saying.” South African rap heavyweight Big Zulu has…
Industry NewsGigi Lamayne Graces Audiomack Africa Cover After Releasing “Imnandi Lento”
The post Gigi Lamayne Graces Audiomack Africa Cover After Releasing “Imnandi Lento” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Gigi Lamayne Graces Audiomack Africa Cover After Releasing “Imnandi Lento.” South African rapper Gigi Lamayne is stepping…
Industry NewsNota Says Cassper Nyovest Has No Hit Songs But Hot Songs
The post Nota Says Cassper Nyovest Has No Hit Songs But Hot Songs appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Nota Says Cassper Nyovest Has No Hit Songs But Hot Songs.
Industry NewsA-Reece Reacts To Unauthorised Re-Upload Of “P2” Album On YouTube
The post A-Reece Reacts To Unauthorised Re-Upload Of “P2” Album On YouTube appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. A-Reece Reacts To Unauthorised Re-Upload Of “P2” Album On YouTube.
Industry NewsCassper Addresses Concerns Over Reduced Music Output
The post Cassper Addresses Concerns Over Reduced Music Output appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Cassper Addresses Concerns Over Reduced Music Output.
Industry NewsNadia Nakai Details The Creative Impact AKA Had On Her Music Career
The post Nadia Nakai Details The Creative Impact AKA Had On Her Music Career appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Nadia Nakai Details The Creative Impact AKA Had On Her Music Career.
Industry NewsYanga Chief Sets Release Date For “Lord Faku: The Life of a Dyan” Deluxe Edition
The post Yanga Chief Sets Release Date For “Lord Faku: The Life of a Dyan” Deluxe Edition appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Yanga Chief Sets Release Date For “Lord Faku: The Life of a Dyan” Deluxe Edition.
Industry NewsToya Delazy Reclaims Her Voice With Upcoming “ZULU JUNGLE” EP
The post Toya Delazy Reclaims Her Voice With Upcoming “ZULU JUNGLE” EP appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Toya Delazy Reclaims Her Voice With Upcoming “ZULU JUNGLE” EP.
Industry NewsMaglera Doe Boy Shares Progress Report For Upcoming Single “Yahoo Boys” With Flvme
The post Maglera Doe Boy Shares Progress Report For Upcoming Single “Yahoo Boys” With Flvme appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Maglera Doe Boy Shares Progress Report For Upcoming Single “Yahoo Boys” With Flvme.