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Interviews“Rave” by Marten Hørger is the Official PAROOKAVILLE Festival 2026 Anthem: Listen
Marten Hørger’s “Rave” is the official anthem for the 2026 edition of PAROOKAVILLE festival (PAROOKAVILLE is widely regarded as the biggest dance music festival in Germany).
InterviewsCassper Nyovest and Zanele Potelwa tapped to host the 2026 South African Music Awards
South African hip-hop heavyweight Cassper Nyovest and 5FM’s Zanele Potelwa have officially been announced as the hosts of the 32nd Annual South African Music Awards, bringing together two of the country’s biggest personalities for music’s…
Industry NewsUmzila (The Legacy) exhibition at NWU Gallery
The NWU Gallery is proud to present Umzila (The Legacy) exhibition in the North West University Main Gallery (Potchefstroom Campus) open for viewing from 12 August to 11 September 2026, Monday to Friday 9.30am to 4pm.
Industry NewsBabylowsk1 Strengthens His Rise With New Single Release ‘MVP’
The post Babylowsk1 Strengthens His Rise With New Single Release ‘MVP’ appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Babylowsk1 Strengthens His Rise With New Single Release ‘MVP.’ Babylowsk1 is making another bold statement in South African hip hop…
Industry NewsMiss Pru DJ Returns To Her Roots With New Sunset Fridays Event
The post Miss Pru DJ Returns To Her Roots With New Sunset Fridays Event appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Miss Pru DJ Returns To Her Roots With New Sunset Fridays Event.
Industry NewsSony Music Africa Celebrates Five Years Of 25K’s Landmark Album “Pheli Makaveli”
The post Sony Music Africa Celebrates Five Years Of 25K’s Landmark Album “Pheli Makaveli” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag.
InterviewsUmzulu Phaqa Turns Pop Into a Theatrical Playground on Volume 1
Umzulu Phaqa opens a bold new creative world with Volume 1, an eight-track experimental pop album that stretches, flips, and reimagines the genre through a proudly distinctive lens.
Industry NewsMoozlie Locked In As Host for 5th Annual Basadi In Music Awards
The post Moozlie Locked In As Host for 5th Annual Basadi In Music Awards appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Moozlie Locked In As Host for 5th Annual Basadi In Music Awards.
Industry NewsCassper Nyovest and Zanele Potelwa bring star power to 2026 SA Music Awards
The 2026 South African Music Awards (SAMAs) are set to bring star power, energy and plenty of hometown pride, with Cassper Nyovest and Zanele Potelwa announced as this year’s official hosts.
InterviewsNanette Cement Her Place Among Africa’s New R&B Leaders With Painfully Happy (Deluxe)
South African contemporary R&B artist Nanette returns with Painfully Happy (Deluxe), the final chapter in the acclaimed project that explored grief, healing and emotional perseverance.