Fashioning Modern Africanism

PUBLIC VOTING OFFICIALLY OPENS :  Here Johannesburg, South Africa  - The International Executive Committee of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), in conjunction with the African Union Commission (AUC) recently released the official list of nominees for the 2022 edition.         Only entries within the validity period of 20 August 2021 - 5 August 2022 were considered for nomination for this year’s awards.  Leading the nominations on a regional basis this year is the Western African region, with 134 nominations, representing 35 percent; while the Eastern African region follows closely with 69 nominations, representing 18 percent; the Southern African region races closely with 68 nominations, representing 17.8 percent; while Central Africa pulls in its weight with 52 nominations, representing 13.6 percent; while the Northern African region follows closely with 49 nominations, representing 12.8 percent.     Also, the Global music region, which represents music from Non-Africans in the di

Javie Javas transports a tuneful sound blueprint in his latest offering; Ngiceli Sgubhu a piano track loaded as an essential amapiano care gift wrapped and curated with unblemished taste. Born Jabulani Katyana, this Eastern Cape national who now resides in the Vaal, captures the essence of true piano spice through his distinct desire to change the perception of South African culture on a global scale.  Javie javas grew up in the vibrant and robust township of SterkSpruit in the Eastern Cape, his upbringing was filled with passion, he grew up with a love for playing soccer. Like most South Africans Javie Javas did not have it easy, his mother raised her family a single parent but always ensured that her children executed their dreams and ambitions. In 2016 Javie Javas was featured on a live Gospel DVD. This  became the foundation for what is now a successful music career. In 2019 Javie Javas released his first single called; Sukela Kusasaunder this led to a variety of songs being record

Don Steve carries a harmonious sound design in his latest offering; an 11 track album packed with an essential afrobeat care package curated with impeccable taste and distinct earworm passion and audio zest. Born Okeowo Stephen Oladimeji, this West African national captures the essence of Africa through his distinct desire to change the perception of African culture on a global scale. Don Steve grew up in the vibrantly and busy city of Surulere Lagos State Nigeria, his upbringing consisted mostly of hearty warm family meals and visits to the local fresh foods market. Natuarlly the core of Don Steve's values is; soul. From the early age of 12 Don had been a member of the local church choir, Don steve is also a music theory graduate who has a fondness for wind instruments and happens to play the recorder and saxophone. Don currently resides in the beautiful City of Tshwane where he has placed roots for his growing record label OkBeatz, which he established in January of 2020. “I have

SHEKHINAH A PART OF POWERHOUSE FEMALE PANEL AT 'THE IMPORTANCE OF MUSIC VIDEOS' VIRTUAL EVENT In a further step forward in promoting gender parity and women’s visibility in music in South Africa, Women in Music South Africa and TRACE signed a multi-faceted partnership deal this month. The partnership will see both organisations collaborating on a number of events and projects, the first of these being ‘ The Importance of Music Videos’   event taking place next Tuesday, 6th July at 6:30pm. A powerhouse panel of music experts and industry players will unpack this topic. These include award winning singer / songwriter Shekhinah, filmmaker / director Zandile Tisani and Nomvula Sibeko and Vangile Msimang from Trace. The discussion will be hosted by record label exec Ayanda Mnguni.     Registration can be done on the  WIM  website. Finding and building a relationship with a mentor is often cited as the most impactful resource a woman can have to propel her career and is an important

Popular music has a way of capturing an audience, a signature engraved to moments that give us nostalgic feelings even years later. Kenton Lee is a South African award winning producer, guitarist, and singer-songwriter who personifies popular music through passion and heart.  Kenton Lee embodies this fact through smart writing and clever musical production sincerely based on quality and experience. Born in Kwa-Zulu Natal and raised on the coastlines of Durban, playing in church bands from a very tender age, he honed his musical craft at Natal Technikon, where he studied music. His move to Johannesburg proved to be the key in exposing his talent and musical skills. He was quickly working with legendary musicians such as Dawnay, Lira, Sasha-LeeDavids, Lloyd Cele, and Denim amongst others. maLamborghini is a reprise track that was released in 2015 featuring artists MXO and Patty Monroe. It has since taken on a new sound and path that sees Kenton Lee featuring MO-T (Micasa). Written by MXO

Singer, songwriter, rapper, producer born Gift Zuma, better known as Gift Official is a creative that sees no limits in creating his craft. Gift Official was born in South Africa but has spent much of his life in the UK.      Gift Official gives blends of South African music he was previously exposed to as well as the unique Manchester influence that embodies his current environment.  “Too Many Man” was originally planned to be released in 2018, “The song was slightly ahead of its time” the young artist explains.  In 2019 with the entire world in complete chaos; including diasporas from Africa , Iran and even Europe. It seemed like the perfect opportunity to release a song that could do some much needed healing.   “Seems bad things often happen in 3’s, because that's when the world pandemic COVID-19 hit”. Once again the release was put on hold.    2020 saw a new opportunity for the release of “Too Many Man”. With emotions fleuring high, and human solidarity at its peak, “Too Many M

FreshByCaddy, born Teboho Tsotetsi is a 26 year old musician and performer who is also a TV presenter. He kicked off his television career as one of South Africa’s MTV Voices’ correspondents for two years. He has since shoot to fame as a household name in mzansi showbiz as a Presenter for  SABC1 midday edutainment show and he has now bagged himself an acting gig on a new Mnet's very first local Telenovela: The Legacy.  If they say a jack of all trade and master of it all, FreshbyCaddy is your guy. Caddy wears many hats as an entertainer and has since put in the hard work branching out to be taken seriously as an artist. He continues to prove that when you put in the work to refine your craft, it does pay off. His role as Sanele on The Legacy received nods and kept the viewers locked on the show.  Sanele is a junior business analyst who’s the life of the party.  "The acting bug really got me  immediately after my rhythm city guest appearance. It got me good, I started auditioni

GOGO Music proudly presents this exquisite single collaboration between Ralf GUM and Bongi Mvuyana who teamed up for a second time, after they presented their celebrated song "Used To Be" in 2019. With "Don't Let Them Love You" they now come up with another explosive, deep and sexy vocal house jam. Ralf GUM continues to effortlessly put out work that stands out, something which earned him titles like "influential", "inspiring" and "gamechanger" within the House Music community during his career, which already spans more than 3 decades. After his fourth full length album release "Progressions" in 2019, he dedicates 2020 towards single projects with artists he admires and continues exploring the meaning of "meeting" in a spiritual sense when collaborating with likeminded talent. Bongi Mvuyana is a South African singer and songwriter who was named the "Glamour Women of the Year Readers' Choice Award"

It is always a pleasure to be swept away by the serenity of good music. From the veins of Kwamashu, Bongani Nyembe known better as Spirit Banger is a music production house in his right. The Afrotainment artist and producer has a bag of hits and he keeps whipping them out one after the other. He has worked with the greatest that the music industry has to offer in their different dynamics displaying his versatility.  Working with the likes of Zakes Bantwini, Phuzekhemisi, Big Nuz, Zanda Zakuza and NaakMusiq just to name a few. He has a number of hits such as Memeza where he worked with Benny Maverick and the astound Dladla Mshunqisi and hasn’t stopped bringing the heat. He brought another Spirit Banger "Shaya" which featured the lyrical Beast and musical maestro Mondli Ngcobo and more hits such as Thutha and Falling with Mduduzi. The dance and electric vibe Spirit Banger brings in his music,- always keeps the happy feet on the dance floor.