Ice Spice named second-most Googled artist in 2023
Ice Spice emerged as the second most-Googled artist in 2023.
International
International
Watch live: Kanye West premieres ‘Vultures’ album at Miami rave [video]
Kanye West and Ty Dolla Sign kicked off their ‘Vultures’ live stream in Miami, FL. Watch it live right here.
International
Nicki Minaj breaks five-year hiatus with ‘Pink Friday 2’ album
Pink Friday 2 not only cements Nicki Minaj’s legacy but also showcases her growth as an artist, proving her ability to evolve while staying true to her roots.
Events
2023 SA Amapiano Awards: Nominees, date, how to stream live in South Africa
The 2023 SA Amapiano Music Awards are set to take place next week in Sandton, featuring a roster of top talent and highly anticipated nominees. 2023 SA Amapiano Awards: Watch date and how to stream live This year’s SA Amapiano Awards, to be held at the Galleria in Sandton, on Tuesday, 12 December 2023, promise
Events
Hey Neighbour: Here’s what you must know ahead of the festival
Get ready for the Hey Neighbour festival with key details on schedule, safety, transportation, and what to bring for an unforgettable experience.
International
Jay-Z: Decoding the success story of a music mogul and cultural icon
As Jay-Z continues to evolve, so does his legacy. With each new album, business venture, or social initiative, he redefines what it means to be an artist, businessman, and activist.
Events
Joe Thomas live in South Africa: Date, venue, how to buy tickets
Joe Thomas is set to perform live in South Africa in April 2024, with shows in Sun City, Cape Town, and Pretoria. Here’s how to buy tickets.
Events
Rema pulls out of Hey Neighbour Festival: Here’s what you must know
Rema has withdrawn from the upcoming Hey Neighbour Festival due to health reasons, Here are other changes to the lineup.
Local
Kabza De Small named the most streamed South African artist on Spotify in 2023
Spotify Wrapped 2023 crowns Kabza De Small as the most streamed South African artist
Viral
Smada copyright saga fuels xenophobic outrage between Nigerians and South Africans
It take an experienced authority in copyright law to presume Deep London has a very strong case against Smada.
International
Drake drops ‘Scary Hours 3’: A storm of new tracks post-‘For All the Dogs’
Drake emptied the clip with stinging words for his detractors on ‘Scary Hours 3’.
International
No break for Drake: ‘Scary Hours 3’ set to release on Friday
Rapper Drake made a surprise announcement of ‘Scary Hours 3’ release, despite earlier talks of taking a break from music.
International
André 3000 shocks fans with flute-centric album ‘New Blue Sun’
André 3000 takes a bold musical leap with ‘New Blue Sun,’ showcasing his flute-playing talents in a departure from traditional rap.
International
2024 Grammys: Nominees, ceremony date, how to watch live in South Africa
The 2024 Grammys have announced their nominations, with SZA leading the pack with nine nominations.
Movies
‘Renaissance’ film: Beyoncé concert spectacle comes to South Africa – Tickets and showtimes
The film showcases the artist’s historic ‘Renaissance World Tour’, now immortalised on the big screen
Local
Nasty C’s Nigerian odyssey: A decade of musical influences and new collaborations
During his media tour in Nigeria, Nasty C reminisced about the impact of Wande Coal’s music on his career.
Local
2023 SAMAs triumphantly return with a new venue and partnership after postponement
The 2023 South African Music Awards (SAMAs) confirmed their partnership with Africa Fest, set to take place at the SunBet Arena.
Local
Thabo crowned as the last-ever winner of Idols SA in grand finale
Thabo was declared the last-ever winner of Idols SA, concluding the show’s storied journey in a grand finale.
Cape Town Buzz
City of Cape Town to award Brenda Fassie with Civic Honours
The City of Cape Town will award the late Brenda Fassie with Civic Honours, recognising her influential legacy in music and culture.
Gaming
‘Spider-Man 2’ soundtrack listening party: How to tune in to live stream [video]
Here’s how to tune in to the live stream of the ‘Spider-Man 2’ soundtrack listening party on Thursday, 2 November 2023.
International
Drake soars to iconic status with new RIAA record
Drake sets a groundbreaking RIAA record, becoming the artist with the most single units sold in history.
News
2023 SAMAs cancelled amid backlash over R20 million budget
The decision comes after President Cyril Ramaphosa advised against such spending.
Local
A-Reece delivers long-awaited ‘P2’ album: Here’s what to expect
A-Reece’s ‘P2’ journey showcases a significant evolution in his lyrical narrative, marking a matured stance since his debut.
Local
Uncle Waffles celebrates two Grammy Awards nominations
Uncle Waffles celebrated her two nominations for the prestigious Grammy Awards, marking a significant milestone in her blossoming musical career.
Local
FLVME tenders his philosophy on ‘Note To Self’ album
‘Note To Self’ is not merely a collection of tracks, but a coherent narrative that invites listeners into the contemplative realms of FLVME’s mind.
Local
Daliwonga dives deep into unchartered territory on ‘DALI DALI’ album
‘DALI DALI’ is not merely an album; it’s a reflection of Daliwonga’s venture into the depth of his emotions, narrated through a rich tapestry of sounds.
International
Drake pre-empts ‘For All The Dogs’ album with timestamp raps on ‘8 AM in Charlotte’
Drake returned to timestamp raps with the surprise release of ‘8 AM in Charlotte’.
International
Beyonce set to release ‘Renaissance’ concert film: Here’s everything we know
This much-anticipated film is officially titled Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé.
International
Cleo Sol delivers ‘Gold’ a week after critically acclaimed ‘Heaven’ album
This swift follow-up comes just a week after Cleo Sol returned to the music scene with Heaven, a critically acclaimed nine-song album characterised by minimalist jazz compositions that provide ample space for her soulful voice to shine.
International
Lil Yachty ascends to rap elite status on ‘The Secret Recipe’ featuring J. Cole
‘The Secret Recipe’, accompanied by a video co-directed by Lil Yachty and AMD Visuals, showcases the rapper’s evolution as an artist.