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Industry NewsThe Visceral Agony of blue pablo’s “baby, mess me entirely”
When Albuquerque solo artist blue pablo dropped “baby, mess me entirely,” a deeply unsettling question crawled into the room: why do we so eagerly swallow the very things that tear us apart? Working alongside producer Mateo Gutierrez, blue…
Industry NewsLevel Up Your Faith with Dianne Forte’s “Hallelujah Just Keep Your Heads Up Now”
Dianne Forte has somehow built a bizarre, joyous bridge between Sunday morning devotion and a vintage arcade console with the instrumental version of her latest single, “Hallelujah Just Keep Your Heads Up Now”.
Industry NewsRamaphosa honours film composer Dr Trevor Jones with Order of Ikhamanga in Silver
South African-born film composer Dr Trevor Jones received the Order of Ikhamanga in Silver from President Cyril Ramaphosa at the recent National Orders ceremony in Pretoria.
Industry NewsSteve Louw’s Traces of the Flood features Bob Dylan’s touring musicians
South African rock icon Steve Louw has released his latest album, Traces of the Flood, a Nashville-recorded project produced by acclaimed international producer Kevin Shirley and featuring members of Bob Dylan’s touring band.
Industry NewsThe Big Hash, Sly & Kabza De Small’s “Love Is A Star” Album Surpasses 1 Million Streams In 10 Days
The post The Big Hash, Sly & Kabza De Small’s “Love Is A Star” Album Surpasses 1 Million Streams In 10 Days appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag.
Industry NewsWhy South African Music creators are losing money: What Samro is doing about it
The Southern African Music Rights Organisation (Samro) is inviting music creators, publishers, and members to participate in a dedicated two-week member engagement session, The State of Your Music: Service Weeks.
Industry NewsCotton Fest Confirms Music Video Rollout For UCF Class of 2026 Mixtape
The post Cotton Fest Confirms Music Video Rollout For UCF Class of 2026 Mixtape appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Cotton Fest Confirms Music Video Rollout For UCF Class of 2026 Mixtape.
Industry NewsMochen Celebrates Unique Fans’ Reactions To “NORTH Vol. 1 (The Prophecy)” Album
The post Mochen Celebrates Unique Fans’ Reactions To “NORTH Vol. 1 (The Prophecy)” Album appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Mochen Celebrates Unique Fans’ Reactions To “NORTH Vol. 1 (The Prophecy)” Album.
Industry NewsMaglera Doe Boy Brings Black Italia To Life In Bold Rossimoda Campaign
The post Maglera Doe Boy Brings Black Italia To Life In Bold Rossimoda Campaign appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Maglera Doe Boy Brings Black Italia To Life In Bold Rossimoda Campaign.
Industry NewsNasty C & Tellaman’s Joint Project “T’s & C’s Apply” Nears Completion
The post Nasty C & Tellaman’s Joint Project “T’s & C’s Apply” Nears Completion appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Nasty C & Tellaman’s Joint Project “T’s & C’s Apply” Nears Completion.