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EventsThe Sound of Freedom
What does freedom sound like? In South Africa, freedom of expression isn’t just a constitutional right; it’s the very DNA of our sonic landscape. It echoes across generations and bends fearlessly through genres.
EventsRhythms Of Remembrance
South African music has never just been for entertainment; it has been our news broadcast, our therapy, and our protest. 1960, Human Rights Day, gave us the freedom to sing, but the fight for human dignity is a melody still being written.
EventsTimeless South African Duets
Music possesses a beautiful ability to reflect the true spirit of a bond, and when real-life partners team up in the studio, the result is nothing short of magic.
EventsSAMA31: Milestones, Triumphs and Unforgettable Moments
The 31st South African Music Awards (SAMA31) lit up the stage on 14 December 2025 at Gallagher Estate, bringing together artistry, culture and celebration under one roof.
EventsSAMA32 Entries Now Open
Entries Open for #SAMA32 On the back of the electric, culture-shifting success of the hybrid #SAMA31, the Recording Industry of South Africa (RiSA) turns up the volume and throws the doors wide open for musicians to step into greatness.
EventsBeats & Threads: When SA Artists Define Culture Through Style
Style can be a seed, a stem, a full bloom of identity. As we celebrate Flowers for Those Who Keep Our Nation Singing, we turn our attention to the artists whose fashion echoes their music – vibrant, defiant and rooted in culture.