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Da L.E.S Hints At New Album Release Following Stroke Recovery

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The Racket Club launches music strategy agency

From mismatched artist collaborations to campaigns that come across as forced or inauthentic, a clear gap still exists between brands and music culture.

“I’ve Been Very Inconsistent”: Big Star Johnson Gets Honest About His Music Career

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Sio and Daev Martian Deliver Late-Night Soul and Jazz-Hop Reflections On Liquor

South African sonic storytellers Sio and Daev Martian reunite on Liquor, a deeply immersive new single released via STY TRU BTS.

Cassper Confirms New Single Release This Friday Ahead Of Album Release

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AYON & KAOTIICWAVE Step Into Their Moment With It’s Time For Glory

South Africa’s rising voices AYON and KAOTIICWAVE have officially stepped into their moment with the release of It’s Time For Glory, an 11-track collaborative project that feels less like an introduction and more like a declaration.

Mzansi Powers Drake To Historic Apple Music Milestone After Releasing “ICEMAN”, “MAID OF HONOUR” & “HABIBTI”

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SYNEKK Taps Lucinia Karrey for New Afro House Tune, “Free Now”

Lucinia Karrey is one of the emerging names in Kenya’s increasingly vibrant house music scene. The talented vocalist has already worked with producers like SOUNDS HUMAN, Loudr and SYNEKK–and that’s just in the last one year.

GoldFord Keeps It Smooth and Extra Soulful on “Only You Do” — Listen

If, like me, GoldFord’s late 2025 EP, Space of the Heart, left you yearning for more, then you will be pleased to learn that the fast-rising American soul-pop artist has a new single. “Only You Do” is the title of the amazing new ballad.

Lose Yourself to “365” by Rising Producer runThis

runThis (born Jack Hillier) is a 19-year-old music producer emerging out of London’s underground bass scene. He’s bringing to the mainstream his bass house sound, which carries influences from UK garage.

Reclaiming the Mic: Ms Alisha B Unveils “What’s Done Is Done”

Ms Alisha B announces her return from the wilderness of chronic health diagnoses and profound life transitions with “What’s Done Is Done”.

Nash Gate Brings Calm Confidence And Street Energy On His New Hip-Hop Single “NonChalant”

Stogie T Pays Heartfelt Tribute To Cultural Giant Maria McCloy Following Her Passing

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Maraza Builds Momentum For “UNO” Album With Explosive “SPILLI” Music Video

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Kindlynxsh On How Oliver Mtukudzi’s ‘Todii’ Became His Soul-Baring New Single

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Lowfeye Premieres “H1/Inhliziyo Yesqhwaga” Music Video

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Vans Off The Wall: The Authentic, Worn Loud by the Jades

Vans launches its new ‘Off the Wall’ campaign with the Jades, spotlighting the Vans Authentic through unapologetic self-expression. There’s a certain way style comes together when it’s not overworked.

JayHood Drops “West African Time” Freestyle Inspired By A-Reece & Manifest

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Zoocci Coke Dope Opens Up About Fallout With Big Star Johnson

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Lord Script Teases Highly Anticipated Music Video For “Drip On Me” Featuring Tony Dayimane

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Gigi Lamayne Drops Feel-Good Single “Imnandi Lento”

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Russell N Thomas Honors Mothers on “Phenomenal Woman”

St. Lucian artist Russell N Thomas shares a deeply personal story on his new single “Phenomenal Woman,” a soulful and upbeat tribute dedicated to mothers everywhere.

Eva Zara Brings Bold Afrobeats Energy to “Gidi Gidi Bum Bum”

Eva Zara continues building her presence in Afrobeats with “Gidi Gidi Bum Bum,” a vibrant release designed around rhythm, confidence, and high-energy performance.

“Untitled (fọláṣadé)” by J MESA is one of the grooviest tracks you’ll hear this week

Listening to “Untitled (fọláṣadé)” by Los Angeles musician J MESA feels like a live music experience. The soulful track features a lush, inviting soundscape that mirrors the warmth of its romantic narrative.

Stream Amsterdam artist Maryn Charlie’s ‘Threads’ EP

Straight out of Amsterdam’s bustling music scene, Maryn Charlie delivers her third EP, Threads. The Dutch singer-songwriter has been on a steady upward trajectory and, with the release of this 5-song project, she’s bringing her…

Facebook Spotlights African Cinema in ‘Made by Africa, Loved by The World’ Campaign

Thursday, 14 May, 2026 – Facebook has launched the sixth edition of its pan-African campaign, ‘Made by Africa, loved by the world: Where stories spark community,’ ahead of Africa Day on May 25. This year’s focus: African cinema.

Flvme Addresses The Leaked “Winter Nightz” Album

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See Mars Music Announces Long-Awaited Debut Album Featuring Mpho Maleboo On “Toro”

See Mars Music is officially stepping into a new chapter with the announcement of his long-awaited debut album, set for release on 25 May 2026.

From Tupac’s World to His Own Story: Crunch Speaks Out

With the release of his sixth big project and first album under his new label, SoundPulse, with the band Lost for Words, Crunch is taking on a new power and new dimension.

THE BIG HASH Claps Back At Accusations Of Him Chasing Money Following ‘Love Is A Star’ Album Release

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The Relaunch of G-Star Shape: For the South African Woman

First introduced in 2017, G-Star Shape was created with one goal in mind: challenge the standard women’s denim fit and engineer it around real proportions.

“Cute Moment for What It Was”: Moozlie Confirms Breakup With Jr Ecko

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Spotify opens new Johannesburg office, deepening commitment to South Africa’s creative economy

Spotify today officially opened its new Johannesburg office, marking an important moment in the company’s continued growth in South Africa and its broader commitment to Africa’s creative ecosystem.

Cassper Reflects On The Romance That Birthed His Hit Song ‘Baby Girl’

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“I Have the Biggest Debut Album In SA Hip Hop History,” Says Usimamane

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Buddy Sees Liro Sotomela And Madd Locco Deliver Raw Reflections On Loyalty And Survival

Liro Sotomela is set to release his deeply personal new single “Buddy” on 22 May, featuring Madd Locco and produced by “the kid from tomorro,” also known as 1ix6een.

KaizerBeatZ Expands His Hip-Hop Influence With Star-Studded 2026 Releases

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Usimamane Dismisses K1LLBRADY Diss Tracks: “It’s Almost Hitting Someone Who’s Not Fighting Back”

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Flvme Declares His Unreleased Record The Hardest Hip Hop Offering Of 2026

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New song “Clouds” finds a reluctant Alyssa Caroline hooked on a feeling

Only a couple of months have passed since Alyssa Caroline had us mesmerized with her “It’s Raining” single. The evocative song offered us a perfect showcase of her intimate and melody-driven blend of folk and pop.

Topic & Becky G Deliver “Sorry Papi” Visuals—Watch

Latin pop and house music worlds collide as German electronic producer Topic and US-based singer Becky G deliver “Sorry Papi”.

As we await Obed Padilla’s “Rodeo Clown” EP, watch his video for the infectious title track

Mexican-American Obed Padilla‘s upcoming EP, Rodeo Clown, is now just days away–the project is scheduled for release on May 22 via Big Family Music. Out now is the title track, “Rodeo Clown”.

South African Fans Turn Out for the Return of the ELCLÁSICO Extravaganza

LALIGA successfully brought back one of its flagship fan experiences this past weekend, engaging more than 1,000 fans through the return of the ELCLÁSICO Extravaganza at Fourways Mall.

Capitec Proudly Ignites the Rebirth of Ubuntu Concert

Set to take place at the Joburg Theatre over two nights on the 29th and 30th of May, The Rebirth of Ubuntu concert, curated and produced by renowned guitarist and composer Billy Monama, fuses heritage and cultural diversity.

Skiips Reveals How Emtee & Nasty C’s “Winning” Inspired His Artistic Breakthrough

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DJ Fae Fae Celebrates In Style With Star-Studded Birthday Tour Across Gauteng

Zulu Mecca Teases Bold Genre Experiment With Pretoria Trapcardi Sound

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“They Made Bangers Together”: Fifi Laaa Pushes For A-Reece & MashBeatz Reunion

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Nota Critiques Mochen’s ‘North Vol 1: The Prophecy’: “Album Was Unnecessary”

The post Nota Critiques Mochen’s ‘North Vol 1: The Prophecy’: “Album Was Unnecessary” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Nota Critiques Mochen’s ‘North Vol 1: The Prophecy’: “Album Was Unnecessary.” In a candid breakdown that has sparked…

Hear “Mirage” by Jason Ross, Mike Williams & Oaks

After her sterling performance on “Better Now” with William Black, Swedish vocalist Oaks (Winona Oak) once again lent her powerful vocals on another big dance tune: “Mirage” by Jason Ross and William Black.