Fashioning Modern Africanism

South African singer Tyla won a Grammy in the category of Best African Music Performance on Sunday. The artist won the award for her afropiano and R&B song  Water , which has reached global popularity and made various achievements. Tyla beat other African stars, including Burna Boy, Ayra Starr, ASAKE & Olamide and Davido featuring South African artist Musa Keys.  Tyla's hit single "Water" peaked last month at number 7 on  the Billboard Hot 100 chart . "Oh my - what the heck!" Tyla said at the start of her acceptance speech. "Oh my gosh, guys. This is crazy. Like I never thought I'd say, 'I won a Grammy at 22 years old, guys'," she said. The Recording Academy did not make Tyla sweat as the Johannesburg-born singer took home the Grammy for Best African Music Performance in the category's first year.

Afrobeats and R&B singer Ayra Starr has made waves in the music industry with hit songs like “Away” “Bloody Samaritan” and “Rush” and has recently been nominated for her first Grammy Award in the category of Best African Music Performance. The global star will headline two incredible "In The City" shows in Cape Town and Johannesburg on 16 & 17 February 2024, supported by an epic line up of local talent.  The perfect way to spend your Valentines weekend, this show promises to be worth attending with live performances from the Sabi girl herself, Daliwonga, Musa Keys, KashCPT, Cuito,Una Rams and Kat Upendi. Phase one tickets are officially live, and going for R499.00 for General Access and R1200.00 for VIP – available on Quicket, the link is in all In The City Africa social media platforms. Brought to you by Steyn Entertainment, sponsored by Flying Fish and supported by Maybelline New York.

Castle Lite, the pioneering beer brand known for its unwavering history of supporting and showcasing local and international talent, proudly partnered with Grammy Award-winning musical maestro Black Coffee to host an official send-off party ahead of his historic show at Madison Square Garden.  Press Briefing was hosted by actor Lawrence Maleka and DJ Sabby hosted for the evenings proceeding, this exceptional event took place on last night on 28th September at Altitude Beach Club in Fourways and featured a star studded lineup of artists. It was an unforgettable evening of music, culture, and celebration. The official send-off party leading up to Black Coffee's Madison Square Garden performance was nothing short of extraordinary. DJ Stopper, Uncle Partytime, Kitchen Mess, Thakzin, Murumba Pitch, and the incomparable Black Coffee himself, featuring Bucie, Shota, Pansula, Ribatone & Msaki, Mondli Ngcobo and DJ QUE, graced the stage with mesmerizing performances. The collective tale

Capitalizing on incredible momentum this year, Nigerian producer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist  Pheelz  s hares the romantic and cinematic music video for his new single  “Pheelz Like Summer”  today 5:00pm (Nigeria).  WATCH HERE   The clip brings the lyrics to life by depicting moments of a relationship in full bloom with vignettes on the beach, on the dancefloor, and on the soccer field. At the same time, the visual captures sweeping vistas of Nigeria in all of its splendor as a stylish  Pheelz  lives out these moments of pure passion on screen. Soundtracked by the song’s simmering bounce and breezy hook, the video immediately captivates.  Pheelz Good  has already tallied over 100 million streams and counting.  Rolling Stone  sat down with him for an extensive profile and proclaimed,  “ Pheelz ’s appeal as a producer lies in his ability to flip well-known sounds on their heads, introducing esoteric, obscure influences so that they sound familiar but also retain a particularity

South African bred, Zimbabwean artist, FakeAno , has returned to complete the African Boy Trilogy with the long awaited EP African Boy 3 .  STREAM HERE The latest Blank Spaces Records project African Boy 3 has 7 certified ‘bangers’ and features more great musicians such as Sauwcy, 2woshort and Henwood. The project also pays tribute to the late musical giant Oliver Mtukudzi on the single “Mwari Anewe'' which comes as a tribute to the original version “Neria.”  “What inspired this song is that Oliver is encouraging Neria telling her that God is with her so her heart should be troubled. This something my Aunt use to say to me before I lost her to Covid-19” African Boy 3 is a beautifully arranged project that is delivered in shona and english, a depiction of where FakeAno places himself in the African diaspora. The melodies and instrumentals are inspired by other African acts such as Burna Boy and Wizkid, which brings in the much loved Southern African Afrobeat sound that FakeAn

SOWETO born Amapiano dj and producer Musa Ndebele popularly known as Msaro is set to release his first ever single titled Guitar session. The single will drop on the 10th of March featuring Thee Exclusive _ Prince Zondo.  “AmaNom_Nom”, a phrase that depicts sweetness and good taste, are what he has named his 31 volumes of mixes. Reaching high numbers of downloads and awareness, he has also went on to attract a large audience with his sound. DJ Msaro's career has travelled only upward, and his love for production and skill-set grew steadily combining the love of getting people off the chairs with the love of music, Msaro has managed to gradually become a household name and a local mentor for upcoming producers in Soweto. Msaro’s prestigious and notable occasions is a testament to the hard work and many years of finessing his trade as an avid music fan, producer and DJ. Msaro’s work goes on to reflect his level of maturity and understanding of sounds, instruments and composing experi

Hunter's Premium Cider, best known for refreshing youth culture, announces Blxckie, aka Somnyama, as the new ambassador for the brand. The Durban-born and raised rapper has been dominating the music scene since 2020 and was recently named the hottest MC of the year in 2022. He is currently one of the most awarded artists in South Africa, making him one of the most sought-after artists in the entertainment industry. With such an impactful voice in the consumer and music space, Blxckie adds to the brand’s plans for building an inclusive and well-represented voice in youth culture. “We’ve already collaborated on some pretty cool initiatives throughout the year, but the partnership is now finally official,” says Saarah Joubert, Brand Manager at Hunter’s Cider. Hunter’s is a brand with a key focus on youth culture and creative expression, with music taking centre stage. To announce the launch of the partnership, the super star posted the below snap on his social media platforms with the

If you could ask your favourite local musician any questions about their work, what would you want to know? Well, the Mzansi Magic Music show,  Afropop Nation , has got you covered. Every Saturday evening, the show invites top musos into a picturesque and creative intimate studio setting to talk about their journey, their music and who they’re listening to right now. It’s an inside look at what makes African culture pop. Afropop Nation  covers the cultural impact of artists while taking us through the history of various subgenres. This is topped off by magnificent in-studio performances by featured artists, as they sing their most-loved and biggest hits. With Ami Faku and Blaq Diamond already having starred on the show, upcoming guests this season include  Moneoa, Berita, Una Rams, Langa Mavuso and Sino Msolo. Afropop Nation  is the one-stop shop for all things African pop culture, a platform of expression for African artists and youth celebrating the freedom to just be. Don’t miss it:

2022 is turning into the year of Moonchild  Sanelly. The Port Elizabeth-born singer and international superstar has recently elevated her relationship with Scottish Leader as they partnered with GQ on their new limited edition bottle - the Moonchild Sherry Cask. Working alongside the Scottish Leader blending team, Moonchild's ability to see the world differently inspired the team to create a whisky ideally suited to the South African palate.  The Sherry cask expression tells the love story of soft spice, ripe fruity notes, and seductive sweetness. I caught up with the global recognised singer and dancer to find out more about her latest collaboration with Scottish Leader x GQ  1. Romley: How about we start of this interview with knowing your full name, I think a lot of people only know you as Moonchild? Moonchild: My name is Sanelisiwe Twisha, well my name I use it as my surname. I'm professionally know as Moonchild Sanelly.  2. Romley: Age, Birthday & Star sign? Moonchil

The Voice SA Season 3, Third place runner-up, Sikilelwa Jo-An Qwazi known as Siki Jo-An to her fans is set to release her second single titled, Bekezela. The multi-talented, singer and songwriter artist born and raised in Port Elizabeth, Kwazakhele township strikes soothing cords in her latest offering. The Bekezela track is a symphony of powerful, perfectly laid hybrid sounds of afro pop/soul about hope. This tune she is dedicating to her loved ones and the nation as a whole, encouraging everyone not lose hope. Bekezela, which is a self-written number produced by Mojalefa ‘Mjakes’ Thebe will be released on Saturday, 20 August 2022 on all digital music streaming platforms: Spotify, Applemusic, itunes, Deezer and Shazam. "I am excited about the release of Bekezela. I poured my heart and soul to this song. I am fortunate to have worked with a team that believed in the song and what it means to me. I hope South Africa will enjoy this tune and my sound” says, Siki Jo-An. The independe

  Multi award-winning South African entertainer J’Something today announced his upcoming INDOOR Tour, launching in Cape Town mid-September, before moving on to Durban and Johannesburg in the later part of the year. As many people were re-evaluating their purpose during the lockdown, J’Something turned to music to keep grounded and sane. For an artist who was accustomed to live performances and public interaction almost daily, staying home suddenly became everyone’s reality.   And so was born the beginnings of the INDOOR, a 10-track ‘Mixtape’ that he made together with some of his industry friends.   Drawing inspiration from some of the greats that have inspired & shaped him in various ways over the years, the project is a creative and emotional expression and interpretation of what he hears when listening to the iconic songs featured on the project.   Having finally completed the almost two-year-long project early this year, J decided to showcase the project live to an indoor audie

Nkosinathi 'Nay Maps' Maphalala, one of South Africa’s admired actors launched his official debut single titled   I’ll Be there   on Wednesday evening at an intimate setting hosted at White lounge in Sunninghill, in collaboration with Bombay Sapphire.  Those who were on the guest list included his close friends, family, celebrities, and members of the media. This has been a long time coming, Nay Maps’ music has been highly anticipated by fans as he has been giving them snippets of his great talent in music, be it on the Piano, or Vocals on the microphone. Listen Here ⬇️ Nkosinathi comes from a musical family, his parents, an Apostle, Simeon Maphalala, who is now late, as well as his mother, Xoliswa Maphalala have always loved music and have been musicians their whole lives.    “As a boy growing up my parents would make me sing at events and push me to perform on stage as they saw the gift I possessed with Music and Storytelling,” says Nay Maps.   The story behind his Debut Sing

The fourth annual DStv Mzansi Viewers’ Choice Awards (DMVCAs) celebrated l ocal celebrities and delegates shined on the much loved blue carpet, dressed to the nines and ready to support their peers as they walked away with the coveted statuettes on the 25th  June at the Sun Arena in Pretoria.   Take a look at the snaps of your favourite A-listers spotted during the awards ceremony. Actress Connie Ferguson and her daughter Lesedi Matsunyane Musician and Actor Nay Maps with Television Personality Hope Mbele. I wonder if they are coupling on and offscreen.  Actor Galaletsang Koffman looked ravishing in Vittoria Boutique ball gown. I loved the back of their dress   Big Brother Mzansi Contestant Sis Tamara. They looked so stunning in this black number. I Loved it. Actor Lunga Luchy Mofokeng was there to serve and he delivered a dashing look in this masterpiece created by Keletso Moraba Spotted Boity and Lethabo LeJoy Mathatho of The Real Housewives of Joburg.  Boity was there with her lovel