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New ReleasesMzukulu Brings Blxckie Into The Maskandi Fold With New Single “Too Much”
The post Mzukulu Brings Blxckie Into The Maskandi Fold With New Single “Too Much” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Mzukulu Brings Blxckie Into The Maskandi Fold With New Single “Too Much.” Maskandi and hip-hop collide on “Too Much,” a new…
New ReleasesMa-E Revives Township Classic With ‘Ubzukuzuku 2.0’ Featuring Focalistic, DJ Mr X, Bospiani and DHorn
The post Ma-E Revives Township Classic With ‘Ubzukuzuku 2.0’ Featuring Focalistic, DJ Mr X, Bospiani and DHorn appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag.
InterviewsThatohatsi and The Vocals Put Amapiano and Harmonious Melodies Centre Stage on Episode 5 of Mashup Masters
Mashup Masters returns for its final Episode 5, bringing together two very different approaches to South African music as Amapiano vocalist Thatohatsi joins forces with powerhouse emsemble The Vocals.
EventsRed Bull Unlocked Cape Town 2026
Red Bull Unlocked returns to the V&A Waterfront on 26 September 2026, with a strong lineup of headliners confirmed for the one-night-only experience.
EventsDanya Devs Drops Acoustic Version Of “Took a Shower”
The post Danya Devs Drops Acoustic Version Of “Took a Shower” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Danya Devs Drops Acoustic Version Of “Took a Shower.” Danya Devs is giving fans a different way to experience one of the standout moments from…
Industry NewsTellaman Reveals His First Impression Of Nasty C After Their First Studio Session
The post Tellaman Reveals His First Impression Of Nasty C After Their First Studio Session appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Tellaman Reveals His First Impression Of Nasty C After Their First Studio Session.
TrendingTony Dayimane Celebrates ‘Skuta Baba Remix’ Double Platinum Milestone
The post Tony Dayimane Celebrates ‘Skuta Baba Remix’ Double Platinum Milestone appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Tony Dayimane Celebrates ‘Skuta Baba Remix’ Double Platinum Milestone.
Artist SpotlightIssi Expresses Heartfelt Gratitude To The Team Behind His Upcoming EP
The post Issi Expresses Heartfelt Gratitude To The Team Behind His Upcoming EP appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Issi Expresses Heartfelt Gratitude To The Team Behind His Upcoming EP.
New ReleasesBlxckie Drops Official Music Video For “let em have it” Featuring KindlyNxsh
The post Blxckie Drops Official Music Video For “let em have it” Featuring KindlyNxsh appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Blxckie Drops Official Music Video For “let em have it” Featuring KindlyNxsh.
New ReleasesCassper Faces Sample Clearance Issues As New Album Plans Take Another Turn
The post Cassper Faces Sample Clearance Issues As New Album Plans Take Another Turn appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Cassper Faces Sample Clearance Issues As New Album Plans Take Another Turn.
EventsBack To The City International Festival 2026 Announces Full Line Up
Back to the City International Festival has officially revealed its full line-up for 2026, bringing together two decades of hip-hop culture in one landmark celebration at Mary Fitzgerald Square, Newtown, Johannesburg, on 10 October 2026.
InterviewsYungboyvegeta Opens Up About His New Approach To Making Music
The post Yungboyvegeta Opens Up About His New Approach To Making Music appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Yungboyvegeta Opens Up About His New Approach To Making Music.
Industry NewsFlash Ikumkani Reveals Extent Of Emtee’s Presence On Upcoming Album
The post Flash Ikumkani Reveals Extent Of Emtee’s Presence On Upcoming Album appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Flash Ikumkani Reveals Extent Of Emtee’s Presence On Upcoming Album.
Industry NewsROC Nation Sports and ROC Nation Sports International Sign Back-to-back MVP Craig Randall II In Landmark Move for African Basketball
Roc Nation Sports (RNS) and Roc Nation Sports International (RNSI) today announced the signing of American superstar guard Craig Randall II to its global athlete roster, in a statement move that underscores the explosive growth of…
New ReleasesLusanda Named Spotify Equal Africa Ambassador This Month, Releases “Lunchbox” This Friday
South African singer/songwriter Lusanda has been named Spotify’s EQUAL Africa Ambassador of the Month, an honour that arrives alongside the release of her new single “Lunchbox,” out this Friday, September 11.
Industry NewsNadia Nakai & Toss Set To Drop Joint EP “Do’s and Dont’s”
The post Nadia Nakai & Toss Set To Drop Joint EP “Do’s and Dont’s” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Nadia Nakai & Toss Set To Drop Joint EP “Do’s and Dont’s” Nadia Nakai and Toss are officially joining forces for a new collaborative…
EventsBack To The City Unveils Monumental 2026 Lineup As Festival Marks 20 Years Of Culture
The post Back To The City Unveils Monumental 2026 Lineup As Festival Marks 20 Years Of Culture appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Back To The City Unveils Monumental 2026 Lineup As Festival Marks 20 Years Of Culture.
Artist SpotlightYFM’s ‘The First Note’ Season 1 Winner Langa King Releases Heaven – A Brand-New Afro-House Single
The First Note, created by Y, is an exciting first of its kind strictly digital, music talent search competition designed to uncover, develop and celebrate the next generation of South African musical talent.
New ReleasesReign Racks Announces Release Date For New Album “Platinum Blood”
The post Reign Racks Announces Release Date For New Album “Platinum Blood” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Reign Racks Announces Release Date For New Album “Platinum Blood.” Reign Racks has officially set a date on his next album, with…
InterviewsJean Grae: The Cape Town-Born MC Who Took South African Hip-Hop Across Borders
Long before conversations around global African hip-hop became commonplace, Jean Grae was already living proof that African identity and international hip-hop could exist in the same sentence.