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InterviewsYandani Emerges as a Defining New Voice in Modern African Pop and R&B With Debut EP “About You”
Emerging South African singer-songwriter Yandani announces the release of his debut EP, About You. A six-track body of work that blends contemporary R&B and Pop.
Industry NewsNasty C Confirms Cross-Continental Collaboration With Swae Lee
The post Nasty C Confirms Cross-Continental Collaboration With Swae Lee appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Nasty C Confirms Cross-Continental Collaboration With Swae Lee.
Industry NewsMarcus Harvey Drops New Single “Come To Me” Featuring Mick Jenkins
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Industry NewsCassper Draws Fan Backlash For Repeated Money Flexes In Online Spat
The post Cassper Draws Fan Backlash For Repeated Money Flexes In Online Spat appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Cassper Draws Fan Backlash For Repeated Money Flexes In Online Spat.
Industry NewsScumie Sets Release Date For ‘Prayer 2 Myself’ Music Video
The post Scumie Sets Release Date For ‘Prayer 2 Myself’ Music Video appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Scumie Sets Release Date For ‘Prayer 2 Myself’ Music Video.
Industry News25K Reflects On ‘Deep Waters’ Success After Earning Official Plaque
The post 25K Reflects On ‘Deep Waters’ Success After Earning Official Plaque appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. 25K Reflects On ‘Deep Waters’ Success After Earning Official Plaque.
Industry NewsStino Le Thwenny Release Uplifting New Single “Alright Alright”
The post Stino Le Thwenny Release Uplifting New Single “Alright Alright” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Stino Le Thwenny Release Uplifting New Single “Alright Alright.” South African hip-hop duo Stino Le Thwenny is pairing new music…
InterviewsWintur Presents “Caution Signs” — Listen to the Nostalgic Song
Wintur’s “Caution Signs” is a stellar exhibition of forward-thinking songcraft. A nostalgic indie pop ballad, the song layers smoothly textured guitars over a driving piano arrangement.
Industry NewsK.O Confirms Blockbuster Live Show Planned For Fourth Quarter
The post K.O Confirms Blockbuster Live Show Planned For Fourth Quarter appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. K.O Confirms Blockbuster Live Show Planned for Fourth Quarter.
InterviewsHere is Pharaoh’s Daughter’s New Album, Songs of Desire
US singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Basya Schechter and her band Pharaoh’s Daughter have released a new album titled Songs of Desire. The 12-song collection is now available via Bandcamp.
InterviewsJordan Anthony Turns A Cold Interaction with an Ex into a Catchy Pop Tune, “Missing Me
Jordan Anthony keeps getting better and better. This can be attributed to, among other things, his participation in American Idol and impressive work ethic (he’s delivered five singles in 2026 alone).
Industry NewsTouchline’s “Boyzen Da Hood” Hits Major Streaming Milestone
The post Touchline’s “Boyzen Da Hood” Hits Major Streaming Milestone appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Touchline’s “Boyzen Da Hood” Hits Major Streaming Milestone.
InterviewsStream “spotless state of mind” EP by Fia James
Fia James is a rising singer-songwriter based in Brooklyn, New York. Having just listened to her debut EP, spotless state of mind, I have to say she’s undeniably one to watch.
Industry NewsMaglera Doe Boy Celebrates Streaming Milestones For Comeback Single “Yahoo Boyz”
The post Maglera Doe Boy Celebrates Streaming Milestones For Comeback Single “Yahoo Boyz” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag.
Industry NewsStogie T Clarifies ‘Make Them Pay’ Bars Amid Misinterpretation Frenzy
The post Stogie T Clarifies ‘Make Them Pay’ Bars Amid Misinterpretation Frenzy appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Stogie T Clarifies ‘Make Them Pay’ Bars Amid Misinterpretation Frenzy.
Industry NewsK.O Reveals The Criteria Artists Need To Earn His Feature
The post K.O Reveals The Criteria Artists Need To Earn His Feature appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. K.O Reveals The Criteria Artists Need To Earn His Feature.
Industry NewsMarcus Harvey Announces New Single ‘Come To Me’ Featuring US Rapper Mick Jenkins
The post Marcus Harvey Announces New Single ‘Come To Me’ Featuring US Rapper Mick Jenkins appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Marcus Harvey Announces New Single ‘Come To Me’ Featuring US Rapper Mick Jenkins.
Industry NewsAnele Zondo Says K.O Is The Best-Dressed Male Rapper In South Africa
The post Anele Zondo Says K.O Is The Best-Dressed Male Rapper In South Africa appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Anele Zondo Says K.O Is The Best-Dressed Male Rapper In South Africa.
Industry NewsCassper Opens Up About Why He Won’t Enter South African Politics
The post Cassper Opens Up About Why He Won’t Enter South African Politics appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Cassper Opens Up About Why He Won’t Enter South African Politics.
Industry NewsSamro calls for continued balanced copyright reform following Constitutional Court ruling
The Southern African Music Rights Organisation (Samro) acknowledges the clarity provided by the Constitutional Court's judgment on the Copyright Amendment Bill (CAB) and the Performers' Protection Amendment Bill (PPAB), while emphasising…