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InterviewsKid X On Why He Doesn’t Listen To SA Hip Hop
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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.
New ReleasesLordkez Lands Apple Music Alpha Playlist Cover With New Single “4SHO” Featuring Kwesta
The post Lordkez Lands Apple Music Alpha Playlist Cover With New Single “4SHO” Featuring Kwesta appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Lordkez Lands Apple Music Alpha Playlist Cover With New Single “4SHO” Featuring Kwesta.
New ReleasesCassper And Nasty C Release High-Quality & Fun-Filled ‘Lil Mama’ Music Video
The post Cassper And Nasty C Release High-Quality & Fun-Filled ‘Lil Mama’ Music Video appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Cassper And Nasty C Release High-Quality & Fun-Filled ‘Lil Mama’ Music Video.
Industry NewsMa-E Previews New Music Featuring Focalistic
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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.
New ReleasesLowkey_RSA Released His New Single ‘Vibe With It’ With Bvse
Lowkey_rsa joins forces with Cape Town artist Bvse for Vibe With It, a vibrant new single arriving on the last Friday of August.
Industry NewsKid X Reflects On The Impact of AKA and Cassper’s Beef On His Career
The post Kid X Reflects On The Impact of AKA and Cassper’s Beef On His Career appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Kid X Reflects On The Impact of AKA and Cassper’s Beef On His Career.
New ReleasesMulti SAMA-Winning lordkez Teams Up With Kwesta for New Single ‘4SHO’
New single arrives 21 August following her SAMA win and the chart-topping success of “Aweh” Fresh from winning Best R&B/Soul Album at the 2026 South African Music Awards (SAMA32), lordkez returns with a new single, “4SHO,” featuring South…
Industry NewsRoiii Announces The Return Of Freestyle Fridays After Hiatus
The post Roiii Announces The Return Of Freestyle Fridays After Hiatus appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Roiii Announces The Return Of Freestyle Fridays After Hiatus.
TrendingPriddy Ugly Reacts To Nasty C’s Feature On “Ibandla” Remix
The post Priddy Ugly Reacts To Nasty C’s Feature On “Ibandla” Remix appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Priddy Ugly Reacts To Nasty C’s Feature On “Ibandla” Remix.
InterviewsMitsubishi Motors South Africa Launches the 150kW Legacy Fund Alongside Khuli Chana’s ‘What’s Next’ Docu-Series
On Thursday, 20 August 2026, Mitsubishi Motors South Africa (MMSA) launched the 150kW Legacy Fund at a viewing session for Khuli Chana’s docu-series in Clearwater, Johannesburg.
EventsThe North Mob Drops Defining Mixtape ‘HERE 4 BUSINESS’
The post The North Mob Drops Defining Mixtape ‘HERE 4 BUSINESS’ appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. The North Mob Drops Defining Mixtape ‘HERE 4 BUSINESS’ Pretoria’s Trapcardi pioneers The North Mob have officially opened the doors to their…
InterviewsM.Phasha Releases “Women Like You” – A Song Where Ego Meets Vulnerability
South African Artist, Songwriter and Creative Director, M.Phasha’s latest music offering is playlist must-add. Set against a lavish 80s/90s throwback-inspired beat, M.Phasha’s ‘Women Like You’ song reflects the tension between pride,…
New ReleasesRowlene Reclaims Her Story With New Album “Some Strings Attached”
The post Rowlene Reclaims Her Story With New Album “Some Strings Attached” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Rowlene Reclaims Her Story With New Album “Some Strings Attached.” Cape Town-born singer-songwriter Rowlene has officially…
New ReleasesJay Jody and Blaklez Release New Single “Naledi” As “Cool&Blak” Album Looms
The post Jay Jody and Blaklez Release New Single “Naledi” As “Cool&Blak” Album Looms appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Jay Jody and Blaklez Release New Single “Naledi” As “Cool&Blak” Album Looms.
New ReleasesTyson Sybateli Drops New Single “Two” Ahead Of “Amehlo” Album
The post Tyson Sybateli Drops New Single “Two” Ahead Of “Amehlo” Album appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Tyson Sybateli Drops New Single “Two” Ahead Of “Amehlo” Album.
New ReleasesLordkez Brings Kwesta Into Her World On New Single “4Sho”
The post Lordkez Brings Kwesta Into Her World On New Single “4Sho” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Lordkez Brings Kwesta Into Her World On New Single “4Sho.” South African R&B standout Lordkez has joined forces with hip-hop heavyweight…
EventsDetroit hip-hop royalty, Slum Village to Perform at Back To The City International Festival
For the real hip-hop heads, this one needs no introduction. Emerging from Detroit’s Conant Gardens in the early ’90s, Slum Village was originally formed by T3, Baatin and the late, legendary J Dilla.
EventsSuperstar Artist Miguel Announces 2027 South African Show Dates
Grammy award-winning American Singer-Songwriter, Producer and Actor, Miguel, is set to make his exciting return to South Africa for three much-anticipated live shows.