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InterviewsCASANDRA Releases New Album: Listen to ISLA TRANQUILITA
Miami-native artist CASANDRA has today dropped a new album, ISLA TRANQUILITA. You likely remember the singer from our past blog features–she used to go by the moniker Cassie Marin.
Interviews“Rave” by Marten Hørger is the Official PAROOKAVILLE Festival 2026 Anthem: Listen
Marten Hørger’s “Rave” is the official anthem for the 2026 edition of PAROOKAVILLE festival (PAROOKAVILLE is widely regarded as the biggest dance music festival in Germany).
InterviewsCassper Nyovest and Zanele Potelwa tapped to host the 2026 South African Music Awards
South African hip-hop heavyweight Cassper Nyovest and 5FM’s Zanele Potelwa have officially been announced as the hosts of the 32nd Annual South African Music Awards, bringing together two of the country’s biggest personalities for music’s…
InterviewsUmzulu Phaqa Turns Pop Into a Theatrical Playground on Volume 1
Umzulu Phaqa opens a bold new creative world with Volume 1, an eight-track experimental pop album that stretches, flips, and reimagines the genre through a proudly distinctive lens.
InterviewsNanette Cement Her Place Among Africa’s New R&B Leaders With Painfully Happy (Deluxe)
South African contemporary R&B artist Nanette returns with Painfully Happy (Deluxe), the final chapter in the acclaimed project that explored grief, healing and emotional perseverance.
InterviewsTeni Releases Highly Anticipated New EP “the Wellness Package”
Award-winning Nigerian singer, songwriter and entertainer Teni releases her highly anticipated new EP, The Wellness Package, today the 24 July 2026, ushering in a bold new era of growth, joy and community.Known for her infectious energy,…
InterviewsKingna Scott Shares New Song, “In Tune”
Kingna Scott is a multi-talented US artist and producer whose music is designed to evoke emotion. With her latest single, “In Tune”, she’s delivered a summer-soaked romantic anthem about being truly happy in a relationship.
InterviewsSmirnoff Ice Hosts Unforgettable Finals Showdown Fan Park Experience As Spain Celebrate a Victory
After weeks of unforgettable sporting moments in spectacular fashion, hundreds of fans gathered on Sunday 19 July at the Smirnoff ICE Fan Park at Wakanda Village in Sandton to witness Spain claim the winning title following a gripping…
InterviewsThe Urban Playground Opens Its Doors at Rosebank Mall – Exciting Expansion for The Brand and Partnership with Robot Boii
Following the success of its Fourways branch, The Urban Playground is expanding its creative reach with a new, dynamic and multi-functional space designed to bring people together through movement, play, creativity and community.
InterviewsYeahWeLink Music Festival & Industry Workshop 2026 reveals stacked line-up for artists on the rise
The YeahWeLink Music Festival & Industry Workshop 2026 is back with another culture-shifting edition, bringing together emerging artists, industry leaders and music lovers for a full day dedicated to learning, networking and live music.