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TrendingAmanda Black’s Catalogue Surpasses 200 Million Streams
Five years after the release of her critically acclaimed sophomore album, Mnyama, Sony Music Entertainment Africa is celebrating the enduring legacy of one of South Africa’s most influential contemporary albums while officially announcing…
EventsSouth Africans Are Falling in Love with a New Kind of Sushi
There was a time when sushi was reserved for birthdays, anniversaries, and the occasional “treat yourself” dinner. Fast forward a couple of decades and it’s just as likely to find its way into a Tuesday lunch order, a Friday night…
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.
New ReleasesKiD X Announces Long-Awaited Return With New Single “iRoof”
The post KiD X Announces Long-Awaited Return With New Single “iRoof” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. KiD X Announces Long-Awaited Return With New Single “iRoof.” South African hip-hop heavyweight KiD X is officially back in release mode.
New ReleasesLola Soul Returns With Empowering New Single ‘Stand By’
After some time away from releasing new music, Lola Soul is finally making her return. The last time fans heard from her on digital streaming platforms was with the heartfelt “Unravel” featuring Fiji Mageba.
New ReleasesMarcus Harvey Builds Anticipation For New Single Release “Waters”
The post Marcus Harvey Builds Anticipation For New Single Release “Waters” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Marcus Harvey Builds Anticipation For New Single Release “Waters.” South African R&B and neo-soul artist Marcus Harvey is ready to…
New ReleasesTouchline Marks Five Years Of ‘I’ll Always Have Me’ With Heartfelt Reflection
The post Touchline Marks Five Years Of ‘I’ll Always Have Me’ With Heartfelt Reflection appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Touchline Marks Five Years Of ‘I’ll Always Have Me’ With Heartfelt Reflection.
Industry NewsPrince Kaybee Says R500K Offer Won’t Get Him In The Boxing Ring With Cassper
The post Prince Kaybee Says R500K Offer Won’t Get Him In The Boxing Ring With Cassper appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Prince Kaybee Says R500K Offer Won’t Get Him In The Boxing Ring With Cassper.
New ReleasesBig Xhosa Gives iFani’s New Mixtape “Msebenzi Wam” The Ultimate Stamp Of Approval
The post Big Xhosa Gives iFani’s New Mixtape “Msebenzi Wam” The Ultimate Stamp Of Approval appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Big Xhosa Gives iFani’s New Mixtape “Msebenzi Wam” The Ultimate Stamp Of Approval.
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.
EventsBantu Nots Shares Heartfelt Story Behind “B11NGO” Tape Ahead Of September Release
The post Bantu Nots Shares Heartfelt Story Behind “B11NGO” Tape Ahead Of September Release appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Bantu Nots Shares Heartfelt Story Behind “B11NGO” Tape Ahead Of September Release.
New ReleasesBlue Pappi Announces Official Date For Joburg “Ehlane Tour”
The post Blue Pappi Announces Official Date For Joburg “Ehlane Tour” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Blue Pappi Announces Official Date For Joburg “Ehlane Tour.” Blue Pappi is ready to take fans deeper into his musical world with the…
Industry NewsDanya Devs Gives “Lapisa” A Major Co-Sign As Dolphin DX Responds With Gratitude
The post Danya Devs Gives “Lapisa” A Major Co-Sign As Dolphin DX Responds With Gratitude appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Danya Devs Gives “Lapisa” A Major Co-Sign As Dolphin DX Responds With Gratitude.
New ReleasesRush-Awa’s “Lapisa” Hits 1 Million YouTube Views In Just One Month
The post Rush-Awa’s “Lapisa” Hits 1 Million YouTube Views In Just One Month appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Rush-Awa’s “Lapisa” Hits 1 Million YouTube Views In Just One Month.
EventsCassper Announces Road To The SAMAs Party Ahead Of Sun City Awards Night
The post Cassper Announces Road To The SAMAs Party Ahead Of Sun City Awards Night appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Cassper Announces Road To The SAMAs Party Ahead Of Sun City Awards Night.
New ReleasesBig Zulu’s ‘iNduku Enhle’ Music Video Hits 3 Million YouTube Views In Just Two Months
The post Big Zulu’s ‘iNduku Enhle’ Music Video Hits 3 Million YouTube Views In Just Two Months appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Big Zulu’s ‘iNduku Enhle’ Music Video Hits 3 Million YouTube Views In Just Two Months.
Industry News“Sounds Like an Upcoming Kasi Rapper”: Fans Tear Into Cassper Nyovest’s New Music
The post “Sounds Like an Upcoming Kasi Rapper”: Fans Tear Into Cassper Nyovest’s New Music appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. “Sounds Like an Upcoming Kasi Rapper”: Fans Tear Into Cassper Nyovest’s New Music.
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.
EventsZakwe’s Hood vs Hood Unites SA Hip Hop Heavyweights For Landmark KZN Showcase
The post Zakwe’s Hood vs Hood Unites SA Hip Hop Heavyweights For Landmark KZN Showcase appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Zakwe’s Hood vs Hood Unites SA Hip Hop Heavyweights For Landmark KZN Showcase.