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  • De Mthuda Drops “Mthuthuzeli”: Amapiano’s Most Personal Album Yet

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    South African Amapiano pioneer De Mthuda has released his deeply personal album Mthuthuzeli today, 30 April 2025. Named after his birth name, Mthuthuzeli Gift Khoza, the album marks his most intimate and ambitious project to date. It blends soulful rhythms, global influences, and raw emotion into a genre-defining statement. A Personal Journey Through Sound De…

  • Kanye West’s ‘Donda 2’ Released: A Raw, Unfinished Portrait of Personal Turmoil

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    On April 29, 2025, Kanye West unveiled his highly anticipated album, Donda 2, marking a significant moment in his discography. Released exclusively through his proprietary Stem Player, the album offers an intimate glimpse into West’s psyche, reflecting his ongoing personal struggles and artistic evolution. A Deep Dive into Kanye’s Emotional Landscape Donda 2 serves as…

  • The Scorpion Kings of Amapiano Announce KingsWill Rise Live at Loftus in August

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    Amapiano duo DJ Maphorisa and Kabza De Small, known as the Scorpion Kings, have announced that they will be headlining a major concert live at 50 000 capacity, Loftus Versfeld Stadium on August 29th, 2025. Branded as a “Fill Up Loftus” event, the show is expected to draw thousands of fans, marking a significant moment…

  • SABC Launches Music Submission Portal

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    The SABC Music Submission Portal is now live! This new platform allows artists to easily submit their music for consideration on SABC radio—giving more talent the opportunity to be heard across South Africa. ✅ How it works:1️⃣ Sign up2️⃣ Upload your music3️⃣ Get your sound heard on SABC platforms 📌 Submit your music today: https://lnkd.in/dSmAMGDg…

  • Maglera Doe Boy Scores Sync Deal on Godfather of Harlem Season 4 Soundtrack Curated by Swizz Beatz

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    South African rap sensation Maglera Doe Boy has secured a major milestone in his career, landing a coveted sync deal on the fourth season of the hit American crime drama Godfather of Harlem. The soundtrack, expertly curated by the legendary Swizz Beatz, features some of the most compelling and culturally resonant sounds in global hip-hop.…

  • Kelvin Momo to headline Red Bull Symphonic

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    This June Kelvin Momo will headline the 2025 edition of the genre-defying experience, accompanied by none other than Adam Howard and the Egoli Symphonic Orchestra. Taking place over two nights – 06 and 07 June – at The Teatro, Montecasino, this year’s performance will infuse Amapiano with sweeping orchestral arrangements.

  • Big Spotify Payday for South African Artists

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    According to Spotify, in South Africa, the number of artists earning between R100K and R500k has doubled over the past three years. Audio streaming giant Spotify’s royalty payments to artists from South Africa spiked in 2024. Royalties for South African performers reached $21-million, that’s around R400-million — marking a 54% year-on-year increase. Spotify continues to…

  • South African Return For Doja Cat at Hey Neighbour Festival

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    Hey Neighbour just dropped the day 3 headliner, Doja Cat! The daughter of South African yizo yizo legend, Zandile, will be performing at Hey Neighbour this August. The event set to take place from the 29th till the 31st of August 2025 at Legends Adventure Farm in Pretoria Gauteng. This will be Doja Cats first…

  • Talented Vocalist Yallunder Passes at 30

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    Super talented AfroPop & Amapiano vocalist Yallunder passes at the tender age of 30. After suffering from illness, her management says. In a press statement posted on instagram and various other platforms, Yolanda Nyembezi p/ka Yallunder passed at Charlotte Maxeke Hospital in Johannesburg after fighting illness for three (3) month. Born in the Eastern Cape,…

  • Murumba Pitch Calls it Quits

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    iconic duo Murumba Pitch calls it after years creating magic together. In a joint statement through lawyers from both sides the Duo announced the quits. The duo largely lead by the lead singer has been part of some of South Africa’s greatest hits with the lead singer taking over and embodying the duo. A lot…