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
In a landscape where artistry often gets boxed into singular definitions, Rorisang Magape, better known as ChinamacChancer refuses to be confined. Hailing from the vibrant township of Daveyton, East Johannesburg,
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
This week’s Control Picks is a sonic cross-section of South African hip-hop’s freshest voices and heavy-hitters, curated by none other than Kholo Graham. From lyrical gymnasts to melodic tacticians, the
UMngomezulu Channels Heartache Into Harmony With New EP ‘Turning Pain Into Music’
UMngomezulu, the KwaZulu-Natal-born producer and DJ known for his emotionally immersive deep house sound, is set to release his much-anticipated 7-track EP Turning Pain Into Music on 16 May 2025.
Top 10 Afro House / Tech Playlist : Curated by Native Tribe
Native Tribe returns with a high-energy selection of Afro House/Tech gems designed to move your soul and feet. This curated list blends deep rhythms, hypnotic beats, and global grooves, spotlighting
Bassie Steals the Show at 2025 Metro FM Awards with Kwelanga 2.0
South Africa’s music royalty has a new queen, and her name is Bassie. The powerhouse vocalist lit up the 2025 Metro FM Awards, walking away as the night’s biggest winner
The Best of Shaunmusiq (Control Essentials)
If you’re not tapped into Shaunmusiq yet, consider this your formal invitation. One of the most thrilling sound shapers in South Africa’s modern music scene, Shaunmusiq is steadily redefining what
Busiswa Closes Honey & Grace with “man2man” — A Stirring Reflection on Vulnerability, Legacy, and Sound
With Honey & Grace, Busiswa has carved out a space that embraces complexity, emotional clarity, and artistic daring. Now, the acclaimed South African vocalist draws the curtain on the project
Amapiano Heavyweights Tyler ICU & Visca Unite For Powerful New EP, ‘Ke Wave ’
When two titans of the Amapiano movement collide, the result is nothing short of groundbreaking, award-winning producers and cultural trailblazers Tyler ICU and Visca release their highly anticipated EP, ‘Ke
Kwesta Reclaims His Throne with ‘The Big Bro Theory’: A Powerful Return from South Africa’s Hip-Hop OG
After nearly two decades in the game, South African rap icon Kwesta makes a triumphant return with his latest album, The Big Bro Theory, a sonic manifesto that solidifies his
Bad Milk — Uncovering Both Sides Of The Digital Age
Real name, real voice, real message. Ntombikayise Mbali Motloung, better known in South Africa’s dynamic music circles as Bad Milk, and alternatively as Inkomazi, delivers more than music, she’s a
Marcus Harvey: A Rising Star in the SAMA Spotlight
The South African Music Awards (SAMA), hosted by the Recording Industry of South Africa (RiSA), are more than just a celebration of musical achievement, they’re a vital stage where new
Top 10 Afro House / Tech Playlist : Curated by Native Tribe
Rooted in rhythm and rising with innovation, Afro House and Afro Tech continue to carve a dynamic space within global electronic music. South African producer and DJ Native Tribe taps
Visca Steps into the Spotlight with New Amapiano Single “Ngizojabula”
After years of crafting some of the country’s biggest anthems from behind the scenes, Ba Straata hitmaker Visca is stepping into his own light with the release of Ngizojabula, with
Sylvester Chauke Curates a Love Letter to Johannesburg with Apple Music
Sylvester Chauke, the vibrant mind behind DNA Brand Architects, continues to blend culture, creativity, and celebration into everything he touches. While many know him as a fearless force in marketing
What’s On The Menu: Leandra.Vert’s Ithemba’Lam Sets the Tone for an electrifying Single
After stunning audiences on Groove Cartel and earning her place as “The Lioness Lighting Up Amapiano” in our previous Control Magazine feature, Leandra.Vert returns with a powerful, soul-rooted offering ,
Kane Keid Drops Not Famous EP, and It’s Already Making Waves
There’s something special about watching an artist’s dreams take flight, and right now, all eyes are on Kane Keid. The soul-infused rap artist, known for seamlessly blending trap and R&B
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Whoever writes these articles is so seamless, really enjoyed this flow. Wonderful work Control!!!