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InterviewsThe Red Bull 64BARS Booth is Back
The booth is back. The Red Bull 64 Bars Booth Tour returns for its third year, bringing South Africa’s MCs together across Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban and Pretoria from 22 August to 19 September 2026.
InterviewsNyota Parker Enters a New Chapter With ‘What Is a Timeline?’
Montreal-based rapper, singer and songwriter Nyota Parker is gearing up to enter a new chapter in her artistic journey with the release of her forthcoming album, What Is a Timeline?, arriving on 25 September 2026.
InterviewsDolly Parton, Country Music Icon, Dies at 80
The music world is mourning the loss of Dolly Parton, the legendary country singer, songwriter, actress and philanthropist, who has died at the age of 80. Parton’s family announced her passing on Tuesday, 25 August.
InterviewsMacwinner Tells the Story of 2725 on Before the Revenge
Recorded in early 2025 and officially released on 28 November 2025 across all major DSPs, Before the Revenge serves as Macwinner’s debut EP — a four-track introduction to an artist rooted in storytelling, versatility and where he comes…
InterviewsBantu Nots Continues “B11NG0” Mixtape Rollout With Forthcoming Third Single
The post Bantu Nots Continues “B11NG0” Mixtape Rollout With Forthcoming Third Single appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Bantu Nots Continues “B11NG0” Mixtape Rollout With Forthcoming Third Single.
InterviewsThe BMW Art Generation Vol. IV Brings an Extraordinary Constellation of Artists, Idea’s, Music and Culture to Joburg
Presented by BMWs South Africa in collaboration with FNB Art Joburg, The BMW Art Generation Vol. IV brings together some of the most significant and compelling voices in contemporary African and diasporic art.
InterviewsWomen In Hip-Hop: Bella Alubo Continues To Redefine Creativity In African Music
It’s been a minute since we tapped into Nigeria for our Women in African Hip-hop series. In fact, we had only been there once before, so it felt right to revisit the country and reconnect with the energy coming out of one of Africa’s most…
InterviewsKid X On Why He Doesn’t Listen To SA Hip Hop
The post Kid X On Why He Doesn’t Listen To SA Hip Hop appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Kid X On Why He Doesn’t Listen To SA Hip Hop.
InterviewsIn Conversation with Thabiso From T-Squared
For nearly two decades, T-Squared has grown from a school hustle in Gugulethu into a South African streetwear brand rooted in local culture, craftsmanship and community.
InterviewsFrigid Armadillo Illuminate the Scene with ‘The Light’
South African House duo Frigid Armadilloare stepping into a new chapter with the release of their latest album, The Light. The album is a collection of Afro House sounds that reflects the duo’s love for music and storytelling.