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Shimza’s Spotify Dominance Sparks Debate Over Global Success and Local Recognition
South African Afro Tech DJ Shimza has sparked intense discussion after a viral ranking placed him at the top of…
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Echoes and Rarities: Hidden Treasures Preserves Pops Mohamed’s Musical Legacy for Future Generations
Echoes and Rarities: Hidden Treasures arrives as a deeply meaningful project that captures the spirit, vision, and cultural commitment of…
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Bassline Fest 2026 Celebrates 20 Years of African Music and Culture
Johannesburg is preparing to host the highly anticipated Bassline Fest 2026, an event that promises to amplify the city’s cultural…
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Zakes Bantwini Named Music Director for 20th Metro FM Music Awards
Grammy award-winning producer and music icon Zakes Bantwini has been announced as the Music Director for the 20th Metro FM…
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Toshi Unveils Ambitious New Album “Beyond Toshi”
South African music label DanceAfrika has officially released the highly anticipated album Beyond Toshi (DA020) from acclaimed artist Toshi. Dropped…
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Nomfundo Moh Releases Fourth Album “Farm Julia”
Multi‑award‑winning singer‑songwriter Nomfundo Moh has officially released her fourth album, “Farm Julia”, marking a significant milestone in her musical career.…
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Sykes: The Zulu Michael Jackson Shaping South African Music
Sykes, widely known as The Zulu Michael Jackson, has quickly become one of the defining voices in South Africa’s contemporary…
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Lekompo Star Fuego Tragically Killed in Limpopo
The South African entertainment industry is in mourning following the tragic death of Lekompo musician Adifele Maimele, known professionally as…
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Loxion Deep Unveils ‘The Other Side Of Me,’ A Journey of Emotion and Sound
Johannesburg-born producer, pianist, and DJ Loxion Deep has officially released his latest album, The Other Side Of Me, a project…
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Vusi Nova Sparks Emotional Debate with Bold ‘When I’m Gone’ Music Video Concept
South African Afro-soul star Vusi Nova has stirred intense conversation after behind-the-scenes footage from his upcoming music video for ‘When…
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The Big Samba Releases “LUV IT! (A Ballad by the Sandwich)” to Kickstart 2026
The Big Samba has launched 2026 with a fresh, energetic single, “LUV IT! (A Ballad by the Sandwich),” offering listeners…
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2Shoes Launches New Era With Debut Single “Loco” Under Jacquel Entertainment
2Shoes has entered a defining new chapter in his career with the release of “Loco,” his first official single under…
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Legendary South African Musician Albert Mazibuko Passes Away at 77
Albert Mazibuko, a founding member of the internationally acclaimed choral group Ladysmith Black Mambazo, has died at the age of…
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The Ploemies & Friends: Exploring Cape Jazz, Improvisation, and Global Collaborations
In this in-depth conversation with The Ploemies, we explore the rich tapestry of Cape Jazz and experimental sounds, and how this…
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CHIRAI’s Debut Single Blueberry Skies Tops South African Charts
CHIRAI’s debut single, Blueberry Skies, has captured the attention of South African audiences, marking a strong entrance for the rising…
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Starr Healer and Lwah Ndlunkulu Unite on “Ngisayogana” with a Fresh Afro-Contemporary Sound
South African music continues to evolve with bold collaborations, and the release of “Ngisayogana” by Starr Healer featuring Lwah Ndlunkulu…
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Maduvha Madima Releases New EP “Sounds From Home”
Maduvha Madima has officially released her new EP, “Sounds From Home,” now available on all digital platforms. The project blends…
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Umzulu Phaqa Announces Temporary Exit from Music Amid Industry Struggles
Umzulu Phaqa, born Sphiwe Moya and raised in KwaZulu-Natal, has announced that she is stepping away from her music career,…
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