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InterviewsDJ Sliqe Reveals How LaCabra’s Faith In Dolphin DX Sparked The Making Of “Lapisa”
The post DJ Sliqe Reveals How LaCabra’s Faith In Dolphin DX Sparked The Making Of “Lapisa” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag.
InterviewsKiD X Reconnects with Fans Through Latest Single ‘iROOF’
South African hip-hop pioneer KiD X returns with his latest single, ‘iROOF,’ a compelling release that showcases his signature storytelling, lyricism, and unmistakable flow.
InterviewsDJ Zinhle Opens Up About Life After AKA’s Passing: “I Was Not Prepared To Raise A Grieving Child”
The post DJ Zinhle Opens Up About Life After AKA’s Passing: “I Was Not Prepared To Raise A Grieving Child” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag.
InterviewsBlxckie Reveals The Role Streaming Numbers Really Play In His Career
The post Blxckie Reveals The Role Streaming Numbers Really Play In His Career appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Blxckie Reveals The Role Streaming Numbers Really Play In His Career.
InterviewsHeineken helps bring Premier Padel to life as Pretoria delivers a world-class tournament
South Africa just hosted its first-ever Premier Padel tournament and proved something simple: get world-class sport and a proper fan experience in the same place, and people show up.
Interviews“The Most Important Artist Is Myself”: Tyson Sybateli Opens Up About Moving Away From Features
The post “The Most Important Artist Is Myself”: Tyson Sybateli Opens Up About Moving Away From Features appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. “The Most Important Artist Is Myself”: Tyson Sybateli Opens Up About Moving Away From Features.
InterviewsThe Levi’s® Brand Says Keep it Loose. with New Campaign Featuring ROSÉ and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
Today, the Levi’s® brand says Keep it Loose, with a new campaign that puts two of culture’s most compelling style originals front and center: global pop star ROSÉ and reigning NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
InterviewsNIVEA Introduces the Future of Body Care with the Launch of its Limited Edition Extra Bright Body Serum Range
NIVEA South Africa unveiled its new Limited Edition Extra Bright Body Serum range, introducing a skincare-inspired approach to body care that encourages South Africans to treat their bodies with the same care and intention they already…
InterviewsBlue Pappi Reveals Why ‘Kamo’ Was The Hardest Song To Write On “Road to Ehlane” EP
The post Blue Pappi Reveals Why ‘Kamo’ Was The Hardest Song To Write On “Road to Ehlane” EP appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Blue Pappi Reveals Why ‘Kamo’ Was The Hardest Song To Write On “Road to Ehlane” EP.
InterviewsZuluMecca Reveals The Meaning Behind Latest Album “The Limit Does Not Exist”
The post ZuluMecca Reveals The Meaning Behind Latest Album “The Limit Does Not Exist” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. ZuluMecca Reveals The Meaning Behind Latest Album “The Limit Does Not Exist.” ZuluMecca is stepping into a new era with…
InterviewsErigga and Eeskay Bridged Nigeria’s Hip-Hop Divide on Collaborative EP North & South
Nigerian rap heavyweight Erigga and Abuja lyricist Eeskay officially joined forces on their collaborative EP, North & South, a project that united two distinct regional sounds under one compelling body of work.
InterviewsHloniphile Khumalo raising the Limpopo flag
Hip and Happening live on air From the heart of Groblersdal, Limpopo, Hloniphile Khumalo is proving that hip-hop culture extends far beyond the music.
InterviewsiFani Opens Up About Family Fallout As ‘Kwakhe Kwanje’ Gains Momentum
The post iFani Opens Up About Family Fallout As ‘Kwakhe Kwanje’ Gains Momentum appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. iFani Opens Up About Family Fallout As ‘Kwakhe Kwanje’ Gains Momentum.
InterviewsThe EKENE Interview
Some projects arrive as collections of songs, while others feel like personal milestones. For EKENE, his latest EP represents the latter—a deeply introspective body of work shaped by years of patience, self-reflection, and emotional…
Interviews25K Confirms Passion Project Ahead Of Final Chapter In Acclaimed Album Trilogy
The post 25K Confirms Passion Project Ahead Of Final Chapter In Acclaimed Album Trilogy appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. 25K Confirms Passion Project Ahead Of Final Chapter In Acclaimed Album Trilogy.
InterviewsKabelo Mabalane Opens Up About 11-Year Wait For Forthcoming Album “Kabelo”
The post Kabelo Mabalane Opens Up About 11-Year Wait For Forthcoming Album “Kabelo” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Kabelo Mabalane Opens Up About 11-Year Wait For Forthcoming Album “Kabelo.” After more than a decade away from releasing…
InterviewsBrand New Amapiano Docu-Series ‘For The Culture: I Am…An Amapiano Story’ To Air on SABC 1 From August
‘For The Culture: I Am…An Amapiano Story’ is a compelling South African Amapiano documentary series that is set to capture the heartbeat of one of the most influential, cultural musical movements.
InterviewsSAMA32 Industry Awards Presenters Unveiled
SAMA32 Unveils Dynamic Presenters for Industry Awards and Star-Studded Red Carpet Experience The countdown to the 32nd South African Music Awards (SAMA32), sponsored by the Motsepe Foundation, continues to build momentum with the…
InterviewsL-Tido Shares Romantic Moment With Anele Zondo In Affectionate Post
The post L-Tido Shares Romantic Moment With Anele Zondo In Affectionate Post appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. L-Tido Shares Romantic Moment With Anele Zondo In Affectionate Post.
InterviewsHeineken® brings fans closer to the action as South Africa hosts its first Premier Padel Pretoria P1 tournament
Only a few years ago, padel was still a niche sport in South Africa. Today, new courts and clubs are opening across the country, social leagues continue to grow and interest in the game shows no signs of slowing down.
InterviewsRed Bull Half Court Returns to South Africa: Three Players, Ten Minutes, One Ticket to the World Finals
South African basketball has always waiting for the next generation to emerge. From blacktops of Soweto, the school courts of the Cape Flats and the floodlit slabs of KwaMashu, the game has been loud, fast and full of flair for years.
Interviews“She Did Me No Wrong”: Roiii Opens Up About Breakup With Praise Mwelase
The post “She Did Me No Wrong”: Roiii Opens Up About Breakup With Praise Mwelase appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. “She Did Me No Wrong”: Roiii Opens Up About Breakup With Praise Mwelase.
InterviewsEmtee Opens Up About Misconceptions Around Music Collaborations With Female Artists
The post Emtee Opens Up About Misconceptions Around Music Collaborations With Female Artists appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Emtee Opens Up About Misconceptions Around Music Collaborations With Female Artists.
InterviewsIn Conversation With Wade Yarrow
Wade Yarrow first captured the attention of South Africa’s dance music community with her standout collaboration alongside music production duo Innovative DJz on the breakout hit “Makukhanye.” The record quickly became a fan favorite,…
InterviewsArchive and New Balance Celebrate the South African Launch of the New Balance 950
Archive, in partnership with New Balance, officially introduced the highly anticipated New Balance 950 to the South African market with an intimate launch experience at Kleinsky’s in Johannesburg.
InterviewsBraam Fashion Week Continues to Champion South Africa’s Next Generation of Fashion Talent
In an industry often dominated by established fashion houses and familiar faces, Braam Fashion Week continues to rewrite the script by placing emerging designers and models at the heart of the runway.
InterviewsRussian Bear Opens the Vault for King of Kicks 2026
Sneakerheads got their first look at this year’s legendary vault as Russian Bear officially kicked off King of Kicks 2026, with even more coveted kicks set to be revealed in the lead-up to the October finale.
InterviewsJägermeister Haus of Kühl Delivers its Biggest Jozi Takeover Yet!
Victoria Yards came alive on Saturday as music lovers, artists, creatives and culture enthusiasts gathered for the 2026 edition of Jägermeister Haus of Kühl, delivering what has become one of the year’s most talked-about cultural…
InterviewsRetro Cover Story: Cassper Nyovest Issue 62
Empires have risen and fallen in shorter periods than the amount of time Refiloe Phoolo has spent trying to convince the world that he is the messiah of new school African music. Figuratively speaking, usually 15 minutes is all one gets.
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.
InterviewsAsics Launches “Beauty” Campaign Featuring Post-exercise Faces to Show the Glow That Comes From Within
Get the Glow’ shows how 15 minutes of movement can lift and refresh body and mind In a world of filters, flawless skin and increasingly complex routines, ASICS is highlighting the original way to “get the glow”: movement that lifts and…
InterviewsNew Mamelodi Sundowns Home kit shines with 2 Champions League
PUMA and Mamelodi Sundowns Football Club today launch the Home kit for the 2026/27 season. The new shirt is the first to feature two stars after the club’s “shoeshine and piano” style of play secured the CAF Champions League for the second…
InterviewsAmy Correa Bell presents “Go! (Golden Go Remix)”: Listen
Talented artist and songwriter Amy Correa Bell has delivered a new version of her 2023 song “Go!”. She’s named the reimagined version “Go! (Golden Go Remix)”.
InterviewsExciting Newcomer Brice Blanco Unveils New Song, “B Here”
Los Angeles-based Houston native Brice Blanco should absolutely be at the top of your “essential new music” list. “B Here” is the title of the newcomer’s latest offering, a refreshing, psychedelia-infused alt-hip hop track.
Interviews2024 Absa L’Atelier Art Ambassador Kutlwano Monyai Debuted ‘Dakalo – The Ultimate Gift’
Gallery MOMO, in partnership with Absa and SANAVA, welcomed visual artist Kutlwano Monyai’s highly anticipated debut solo exhibition, ‘Dakalo – The Ultimate Gift,’ since winning the Absa L’Atelier Art 2024 Award.
InterviewsMoët & Chandon Crafts a New Expression of Its Formula 1® Legacy
Spa-Francorchamps, Belgium, July 19th, 2026 – Moët & Chandon, Official Champagne of Formula 1®, continued its journey with the sport in 2026 at the FORMULA 1® MOËT & CHANDON BELGIAN GRAND PRIX 2026, bringing its craft of celebration to the…
InterviewsRussian Bear Returns With King of Kicks 2026 – the Vault
South Africa’s biggest sneaker culture competition returns, with one sneakerhead set to unlock the ultimate vault and be crowned King of Kicks 2026.
InterviewsAsics Sportstyle Announces Rising Superstar Anna Sawai as Newest Ambassador, Starring in Campaign for the Sensory Bloom Collection
Award-winning actress brings movement, energy and a scene-stealing sense of humor to ASICS SportStyle’s latest collection.
InterviewsDan Carter Heads to South Africa as Women-Led Firms Turn Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry Into a Business Power Play
As South Africa gears up for the return of one of world sport’s fiercest rivalries—the Springboks vs All Blacks—two Black women-led businesses are proving that the biggest wins don’t only happen on the pitch.
InterviewsB-Boy Barshie Books National Final Spot at Red Bull BC One Cypher Johannesburg
The road to the 2026 Red Bull BC One South Africa National Final is officially underway, with B-Boy Barshie emerging victorious at the Red Bull BC One Cypher Johannesburg on Sunday to secure the first qualifying spot of the season.