Fashioning Modern Africanism

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

Now at age 24, Kimon, a classical artist from Randburg, South Africa, has gone Pop. He is set to release his first single titled “Feel What You Wanna Feel” on the 18th of March 2022. The song has been released with independent record label/film audio company – 475 Audio Productions and distributed by Paradise Africa. The lyrics embody a profound relationship with the soul, the profoundness that all areas of life need to be fulfilled including that of our innermost thoughts and feelings. Kimon is a bit of a polyglot with music as his first language followed by English, Zulu and a bit of Greek and Afrikaans and his party trick of counting in 10 different languages.  Listen:  Here “ What I really want is for all of us to be free in our own truths, to be able to feel what you wanna feel”- says Kimon “Feel What You Wanna Feel" is a dark pop ballad with elements of soul and R&B. The song speaks about pleading to the lover to accept their feelings and to be who they truly want to be

After already earning a nod in the Record of the Year (ROTY) category announced last week for Osama with Kasango,  Zakes Bantwini leads the nominees list for #SAMA28 with a total of seven nomination. His album, Ghetto King, is up for Album of the Year, Male Artist of the Year, Best Dance Album and Best Engineered Album awards. His two songs, Imali with   Karyendasoul featuring Nana Atta and Osama with Kasango,   are also in the running for Best Collaboration award .    Already with a Music Video of the Year (MVOTY) and four ROTY nominations under his belt, DJ Maphorisa’s Best Remix of the year nomination for Feel Good brings his SAMA28 tally to six.   Mobi Dixon and Msaki are not far behind with four nominations each. Mobi’s When House Was House contends for Best Dance Album, Album of the Year and Male Artist of the Year awards. The album’s title track featuring Mariechan and JNR SA has booked a spot in the Best Produced Music Video category.   East London born Msaki is up for Female A

011 and MAMA Awards nominee Sabelo Nkosi popularly known as SADIST is a hip hop rising star hailing from the streets of Zola, Soweto. Sadist is not only a rapper, but he is also a producer and songwriter, his music can be described as witty and contains thought-provoking elements. We see those elements on this joint, set to drop soon titled ‘Too Much,’ which is self-explanatory, everything is too much, from the punchlines to the beat. He found the beat on Tik Tok, and the caption read ‘if you can kill the beat, you can have it,’ to his surprise this beat was one of the beats his producer had sent him not so long before. Sadist describes the song as controversial as some listeners might find the song smart and creative where some might feel that some things should not be said, which is what makes this release an exciting one. “I want my lyrics to have depth, a meaning that has value along with something people can vibe with.” -Sadist CONNECT WITH SADIST Instagram: @sadist_rsa Twitter: @

The Dynamic duo SPHEctacula and DJ Naves are back after celebrating a heater for the festive season with the highly anticipated single ‘Uthando’ ft Skye Wanda and Spiritbanger, dropped on Friday the 8 th of April. ‘I love the butterflies in my stomach before a new KOTW song drops. Its Such positive adrenalin.’ -SPHEctacula   Boasting over 12 years of excellence and friendship, SPHEctacula and DJ Naves are debatably the most influential duo, producers, DJs, Club owners, Radio personalities and music recording artists in Mzansi. The duo has been dropping hints leading up to the release, from YouTube banners to hashtags, and finally we are here, their first release this year. It was not until Monday the 4 th of April that the Kings of The Weekend took to social media to officially announce the new single and reveal the artwork to the fans. ‘ Uthando’ is a soulful vocal and feel driven house song, a song about self-love, self-care and a reminder to take care of ourselves, beautif

MULTI TALENTED ENTERTAINER MR JOHN VULI GATE MAKING WAVES ACROSS THE GLOBE   STREAM TRACK HERE Currently touring Europe, John Vuli Gate hitmaker, the multitalented entertainer Ntosh Gazi today dropped his latest single Ubusuku Bayizolo.   A fresh take off to the introduction of a New year with an exhilarating start with the drop of a charismatic single titled Ubusuku Bayizolo by none other than Ntosh Gazi himself.   Having once again captivated the streets and prominent clubs around the globe with his uniquely laced Amapiano vocals and commanding voice to reaffirm his musical position. A fun filled track inspired by shenanigans of the night life - this Soweto born actor, film maker and musician whom has made his mark across the continent and of late on European shores, has once again struck Amapiano groovists with an original sing along yet relatable catchy concept.   Living up to the phrase  "Amapiano to the world" , he has truly made the Amapiano sound fashionable. Ntosh Ga

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