2024 BET Awards: These South African artists scored a nomination
These artists from South Africa have been nominated for the 2024 BET Awards.
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Makhadzi drops R500k ‘Number 1’ music video: Here’s how social media reacted
Makhadzi has unveiled her new ‘Number 1’ music video, a lavish project that cost the singer R500,000.
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Gunna ‘One of Wun’ album review: The ex-communicated slime is still a viable YSL asset
Gunna’s new album ‘One of Wun’ showcases his journey and continued success in the rap industry despite personal and legal challenges.
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Kendrick Lamar’s smash-hit diss ‘Not Like Us’ breaks Spotify streaming record
Kendrick Lamar’s diss track ‘Not Like Us’ sets a new record for the most single-day streams of a Hip-Hop song on US Spotify.
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Drake drops ‘The Heart Part 6’ Kendrick Lamar diss
In a direct response to Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us,’ Drake has fired back with his own diss track, ‘The Heart Part 6.’
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Kendrick Lamar drops bombshell on new Drake diss ‘Meet The Grahams’
Kendrick Lamar dropped bombshells about Drake’s alleged hidden daughter on ‘Meet The Grahams’, less than an hour after Drizzy’s ‘Family Matters’.
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Kendrick Lamar doubles down on Drake diss with ‘6:16 In LA’
Kendrick Lamar intensifies his feud with Drake by releasing a pointed diss track titled ‘6:16 in LA,’ escalating their ongoing conflict.
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Kendrick Lamar aims directly at Drake with ‘Euphoria’ diss track
Kendrick Lamar releases ‘Euphoria,’ a gritty and hard-knocking diss track targeting Drake with piercing words.
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FKA twigs expected to argue for AI deepfakes at US Senate hearing
British musician FKA twigs is set to advocate for regulated use of AI deepfakes in the arts during a US Senate hearing, on Tuesday.
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A deep-dive into Drake vs the industry: Here’s why the scope is on The Boy
Amid a sprawling tussle with rap heavyweights, Drake finds himself at the centre of industry tensions. This article breaks down the reasons behind the industry clash and the key figures involved.
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Five things we didn’t expect from ‘We Still Don’t Trust You’ album
Future and Metro Boomin’s new collaboration album, ‘We Still Don’t Trust You,’ surprised fans with unexpected features and tracks.
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Watch: Claressa Shields taunts Alycia Baumgardner in new diss track [video]
Claressa Shields tool an unconventional jab at Alycia Baumgardner with a diss track, escalating their ongoing rivalry.
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J. Cole throws in the towel in Kendrick Lamar beef [video]
Rapper J. Cole publicly expressed regret for his diss track aimed at Kendrick Lamar during his performance at the Dreamville Festival.
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The verdict is in: Here’s what fans think about J. Cole’s Kendrick Lamar diss [video]
J. Cole’s new release includes a track that appears to be a diss towards Kendrick Lamar, eliciting mixed reactions from fans.
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Tyla album expected to debut in Top 25 of ‘Billboard 200’
Tyla’s debut album is poised to hit the Billboard 200’s top 25, despite its modest first-week sales.
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Beyoncé saddles up: How ‘Cowboy Carter’ redefines Country
Beyoncé’s “Cowboy Carter” album explores Black country music’s history and pioneers, blending genres and challenging what it means to be country.
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Tyla’s Spotify stats sky-rocket after dropping debut album
Tyla’s debut album launch leads to a dramatic increase in her Spotify statistics.
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Kendrick Lamar vs Drake beef – A complete timeline
Kendrick Lamar’s latest bars in Future and Metro’s new album point directly at Drake, escalating their ongoing feud.
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Five things to expect from Bryson Tiller’s new album
Anticipate a deep dive into Bryson Tiller’s personal journey and musical evolution in his upcoming self-titled album.
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Black Americans pull race card after Tyla debuts new Gap campaign
Tyla’s new Gap campaign reignited debates on her race, with some claiming she does not fit the ‘soft femme black pop girl’ aesthetic.
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Kanye West proves he is ‘uncancellable’ with top Billboard 200 debut for ‘Vultures 1’
Kanye West and Ty Dolla Sign defied every hurdle set against their album rollout, and topped the Billboard 200 chart with ‘Vultures 1’.
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World Radio Day: Here’s why the airwaves are still crucial for music promotion in South Africa
On World Radio Day, we explore why the airwaves are still an indispensable outlet for a South African artist’s financial ecosystem.
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Beyoncé confirms ‘Renaissance Act II’ release date
With the release of her two latest singles, ’16 Carriages’ and ‘Texas Hold ‘Em’, Beyoncé is not just playing music; she’s playing chess, and she’s several moves ahead.
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Tyla becomes the latest addition to South Africa’s ‘Grammy Family’
Tyla is etched in history as the youngest African to win a Grammy Award, receiving the prestigious honour at just 22.
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2024 Grammy Awards: Here’s the complete list of winners
The 2024 Grammy Awards dazzled with wins for Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus, and a historic first for Tyla. Check out the complete winners’ list and highlights.
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Don Toliver surprises fans with new ‘BANDIT’ single
Don Toliver is set to release his new single ‘BANDIT’ on Thursday, 1 February 2024, following his highly acclaimed album ‘Love Sick’.
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Ice Spice drops hints about her ‘Y2K’ debut album
Ice Spice shared interesting details about her upcoming debut album ‘Y2K’ on NBC’s ‘Today’ show.
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Nicki Minaj reacts to ‘Megan’s Law’ diss on Megan Thee Stallion’s ‘Hiss’
Megan Thee Stallion targets Nicki Minaj with a clever reference to ‘Megan’s Law’, in her new fiery single, ‘Hiss’.
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21 Savage sets the bar for 2024 with ‘American Dream’ album
21 Savage releases his third solo album, ‘American Dream,’ featuring Young Thug, Lil Durk, Doja Cat, and more.
Technology
SoundCloud bosses reportedly entertaining $1 billion offer to sell streaming platform
SoundCloud is rumoured to be in talks for a sale, with a staggering $1 billion price tag catching the industry’s eye.