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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.
Industry NewsCassper Under Fire Over Claims About Elon Musk Giving Africa Free Internet
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Industry NewsDolly Parton, Queen of country music, dies at 80
Dolly Parton, the rhinestone-loving country music legend whose songs, films and unmistakable personality made her one of the world’s most beloved entertainers, has died at the age of 80.
EventsNasty C And Tellaman Announce “T’s & C’s Apply” Album Launch Run
The post Nasty C And Tellaman Announce “T’s & C’s Apply” Album Launch Run appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Nasty C And Tellaman Announce “T’s & C’s Apply” Album Launch Run.
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.
Industry News“Now I’m a 10K Weave”: Anele Zondo Reflects On How Far She Has Come
The post “Now I’m a 10K Weave”: Anele Zondo Reflects On How Far She Has Come appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. “Now I’m a 10K Weave”: Anele Zondo Reflects On How Far She Has Come.
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.
New ReleasesLoatinover Pounds Set To Drop “Ntshepe” Featuring MashBeatz & DJ Sliqe
The post Loatinover Pounds Set To Drop “Ntshepe” Featuring MashBeatz & DJ Sliqe appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Loatinover Pounds Set to Drop “Ntshepe” Featuring MashBeatz & DJ Sliqe.
TrendingEmtee’s Father Breaks Silence On Nandi Ndathane Amid Explosive Family Dispute
The post Emtee’s Father Breaks Silence On Nandi Ndathane Amid Explosive Family Dispute appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Emtee’s Father Breaks Silence On Nandi Ndathane Amid Explosive Family Dispute.
Industry NewsGoTyme Bank partners with 947 Joburg Day
947 Joburg Day, one of Gauteng’s most anticipated music and lifestyle events, is returning to Crocodile Creek Polo Club in Lanseria on Saturday, 5 September 2026, with an exciting new partnership.