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Kabza De Small drops the bomb: fans go wild for 'Bab'Motha' album announcement
Get ready to hit the dance floor! Kabza De Small is set to release 'Bab'Motha' this June, and fans are already buzzing with excitement. Will this latest album be the classic they’ve been waiting for?
Usimamane, Woodblock DJs, Naledi Aphiwe score Metro FM Music Awards nominations
Excitement builds as the Metro FM Music Awards 2025 nominees are unveiled, showcasing an impressive 2,769 entries across 19 categories. Who will take home the coveted awards this year?
‘I have a Christmas gift for you guys’: Amapiano king blesses fans with a surprise drop
Kabza De Small delighted fans with a surprise Christmas single, “Nasempini. ” Featuring the powerful Spirit of Praise gospel choir, Ayanda Ntanzi, DJ Maphorisa, and Starkev, the uplifting single blends amapiano and gospel elements.
Celebrating cultural unity: the release of the 'One Drum' EP
The musical offering is a collaborative project that bridges the gap between cultures and genres and celebrates the rich musical heritage of Africa and its diaspora.
Spotify Wrapped 2024 shows remarkable rise in local artistry
Discover how South Africa’s music scene flourished in 2024, with a remarkable rise in local genres, female artists, and the booming podcast industry, as highlighted by Spotify Wrapped.
Tyla and Kabza De Small top SA’s Spotify Wrapped 2024 list
Local music consumption surges as Spotify Wrapped showcases South Africa's beloved artists.
Amapiano’s finest Kelvin Momo, Kabza De Small, Oscar Mbo and Mawhoo to headline Motherland Festival
The festive mood is sweeping through Mzansi with there being plenty of events for people to attend.
The rise of cross-genre collaborations in South African music industry
From rap to gqom and gospel to amapiano, artists are breaking traditional boundaries to create something truly groundbreaking.
Tyla, Kabza De Small, and uGatsheni among top winners | South African Music Awards 2024
The musical segment of the SAMAs was a vibrant celebration of South African music, taking audiences on a nostalgic journey through diverse genres—from pop and gospel to hip hop and the ever-popular amapiano.
Fans can’t get enough of Kabza De Small's new single, ‘Wishi Wishi’
Kabza De Small's latest single ‘Wishi Wishi’ has taken social media by storm, with fans declaring it the song of the summer, despite recent controversies.
Cultural Urban Festival Africa returns to Mangaung with music, comedy, and sport
Prepare for an explosive 10-day celebration as the Cultural Urban Festival Africa returns to Mangaung! From Amapiano beats by DJ Maphorisa and Kabza de Small to thrilling football and car spinning events, discover what this year’s CUFA has in store for you.
Busta Rhymes falls in love with Mzansi, applies for citizenship
Busta Rhymes came to South Africa to perform at the popular DSTV Delicious Festival. It seemed like he fell in love with South Africa, because he recently made a video saying that he is in the process of applying for citizenship.
Lady Du launches record label and signs four artists
Amapiano star Lady Du launches her own record label, mentoring new talent while continuing her rise in the music industry.
Ayanda Ntanzi responds to Kabza De Small’s alleged unauthorised remix: ‘It's about respect’
He does not oppose remixes of his work but he believes that proper communication and respect are important in the industry.
Tyla leads the pack with five Sama nominations
The nominees announcement event is a prelude to the coveted music award ceremony set to take place on November 2 at Gallagher Convention Centre
Tyla’s reign continue as she leads SAMA nominations
Tyla, Kabza De Small and Mbuso Khoza received the most nominations for the 2024 SAMAs, which will take place at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand in November.
Kabza De Small’s pricey Piano Hub menu leaves Mzansi divided
Screenshots of the menu made the rounds online with many users commenting on how pricey it is to dine at De Small’s new spot.
Busta Rhymes, Black Coffee, Oscar Mbo and more stars turn up at Kabza De Small’s PianoHub opening
Kabza De Small’s fans have showered him with congratulatory messages online on the opening of his business venture and praised his industry fans for showing up for him.
Aymos celebrates his success with new album 'Impilo'
Multi-award-winning singer, Aymos, the voice behind some of South Africa's biggest hits, continues to solidifying his place as a standout artist.
Kabza De Small’s Piano Hub lounge opening date announced
Kabza De Small to open a restaurant/nightclub in Soweto.
Samthing Soweto evaluates the ‘Isphithiphithi’ issue with DJ Maphorisa
The singer and songwriter said DJ Maphorisa didn’t produce the ‘Isphithiphithi’ album. He (Samthing Soweto) lied about Maphorisa producing the album because he wanted to use his influence to sell the project
DJ Maphorisa and Kabza De Small under fire for private shopping spree in London
While some fans admire their success and lavish lifestyle, others are quick to question the necessity of flaunting it.
New unfiltered amapiano podcast causes a stir, but is it here to stay?
A clip from the episode was shared on X and it sparked quite the conversation. TikTok content creator and influencer, fondly known as Thakgi did not hold back as he is known for his viral takes on all things culture.
Unmissable line-up at 11th annual DStv Delicious Festival
DJ PH and Shimza are going to take the party up a notch at the Channel O Dance Stage with their respective events properties.
Amapiano meets Afrohouse in groundbreaking new single with Kabza De Small, Maphorisa and Oskido
The production is an impressive showcase of genre fusion, where the pulsating Amapiano log drum meets the soulful beats of Afrohouse.