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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’

The post Cassper Reflects On The Romance That Birthed His Hit Song ‘Baby Girl’ appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Cassper Reflects On The Romance That Birthed His Hit Song ‘Baby Girl.’ South African hip hop heavyweight Cassper Nyovest has…

“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

The post Skiips Reveals How Emtee & Nasty C’s “Winning” Inspired His Artistic Breakthrough appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Skiips Reveals How Emtee & Nasty C’s “Winning” Inspired His Artistic Breakthrough.

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

The post “They Made Bangers Together”: Fifi Laaa Pushes For A-Reece & MashBeatz Reunion appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. “They Made Bangers Together”: Fifi Laaa Pushes For A-Reece & MashBeatz Reunion.

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.