Top 10 Afro House / Tech Playlist :Curated by Native Tribe
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Daliwonga & Mas Musiq Are On Top — ‘BAS’THOLILE’ Rules the Charts and Hearts
Amapiano has a new crown jewel. Over the weekend, Daliwonga and Mas Musiq’s EP BAS’THOLILE shot straight to number one across all genres, and it hasn’t budged since. In a
Officixl RSA Set To Shakes the Streets With ‘An Elementary Episode II’
Officixl RSA, one of Amapiano’s most magnetic and forward-pushing names, has officially returned. The Pretoria-based, Mpumalanga-born hitmaker has opened pre-orders for his highly anticipated fourth project, An Elementary Episode II,
Groove Cartel Presents Blacko SA: A Force in Amapiano’s Evolution
On Saturday, May 24th, 2025, Groove Cartel unlocked a performance that stands as both a celebration of talent and a declaration of future greatness. Featured in this special edition is
Mas Musiq & Daliwonga Finally Found And They Brought a Heatwave With Them in ‘BAS’THOLILE’
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New Frequencies : Lex Hoza’s “Lay Down” Is a Gentle Entry into South Africa’s Next Soul Voice
Every now and then, a voice emerges that doesn’t just seek attention, it commands stillness. Lex Hoza, the Johannesburg-based artist crafting a path through Afro Pop and Soul, makes his
Control Picks: Top 10 Hip-Hop Tracks of the Week, Curated By Kholo Graham
It’s Friday, and while Amapiano typically sets the tone for the weekend, today we’re flipping the script. Why not Hip-Hop? At Control, we believe in shifting narratives and spotlighting culture-shaping
Kingsley Unleashes Lead Single “Are You That Somebody” Ahead of Genre-Fusing Debut Album Kountry Klub King
Today marks a pivotal moment for Pretoria-based artist Kingsley, as he releases the lead single “Are You That Somebody” from his forthcoming debut album Kountry Klub King, set to drop
Baby Momo Strikes Back with Kufezekile II and Soaring Lead Single “Ithemba”
After carving out his lane with the emotive and atmospheric debut Kufezekile, Amapiano Baby Momo is back to stir hearts and dance floors once again. His much-anticipated sophomore project, Kufezekile
“Dilemma” Proves K.Keed Is No Longer Underrated, She’s Unstoppable
There’s something magnetic about a track that sounds like it was made to shut everything else up, “Dilemma” by K.Keed featuring A-Reece does exactly that. Pulled from K.Keed’s gritty and
Top 10 Afro House / Tech Playlist :Curated by Native Tribe
We back with a Monday Playlist! Curated by Native Tribe, this week’s Afro House/Tech selection will get your energy aligned and your week started right. Dive into deep rhythms, soulful
Thakzin: Africa’s Sonic Alchemist Breaking Boundaries in House Music
Thakzin, a name now echoed across festival lineups and DJ sets, is carving out a sound so distinctive, it’s earning both critical acclaim and millions of loyal listeners. Recently featured
Groove Cartel Presents : DJY Vino — The Sound of Tomorrow, Born in Alexandra
This Saturday, Groove Cartel unlocks a special performance from one of Amapiano’s rising architects, DJY Vino. Sifiso Bafana Vilakazi, known to the streets and the scene as DJY Vino, is
Gino Brown’s “Let Go” ft. Temwah Tops 5FM’s Dance Chart in Triumphant Afro House Moment
South African DJ, producer, and songwriter, Gino Brown’s soul-charged single “Let Go” featuring Temwah has officially clinched the top spot on 5FM’s #5Nights Dance Chart. The announcement, made on Thursday,
Amapiano Weekly Playlist : Curated by FKA Moses
Vibe : Vino, sunsets, and vibrations that move your soul. This Friday, we lock into the groove with a handpicked selection of the freshest Amapiano sounds shaking up the streets,
ChinamacChancer on Music, Fashion, Pantsula Aesthetics & Being Your Own Genre
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From Pioneer to Powerhouse: Oskido’s “NEXT GEN” Champions the Future of SA Music
Oscar Sibonginkosi “Oskido” Mdlongwa, a name synonymous with South African musical excellence, is not just riding the wave of change, he’s the tide itself. With a career spanning more than
Master Jay Rises with “Ta Jay”: A Monumental Amapiano Moment on the Horizon
As South Africa continues to birth genre-defining sounds and cultural powerhouses, few artists have navigated the Amapiano wave with the finesse, soul, and precision of Master Jay. The acclaimed DJ
What’s On The Menu : Khaeda Serves A Soulful Re-release With “DREAMS”
This week, we’re warming things up with a soulful dish straight from the heart—KHAEDA’s re-release of “Dreams”, arriving on all digital platforms May 31st. Originally shared on YouTube, this neo-soul
Control Picks: Top 10 SA Hip-Hop Tracks of the Week – Curated by Kholo Graham
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