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
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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
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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
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Amapiano Weekly Picks: Top 10 Curated by FKA Moses
Amapiano never sleeps, it evolves, expands, and electrifies every dancefloor it touches. This week, FKA Moses, a tastemaker known for spotting sonic gems before they explode, delivers a fire selection
Ciza’s “Isaka (6AM)” Becomes the Soundtrack of the Moment
When Ciza dropped “Isaka (6AM)” featuring Jazzworx and Thukuthela on April 11, 2025, few could have predicted how fast it would catch fire. In just a few weeks, the song
Miona’s “Inganono” Is a Bold and Beautiful Debut That Speaks to the Soul
With the release of her deeply emotive debut album Inganono, rising Afropop singer-songwriter Miona solidifies herself as one of South Africa’s most promising new voices. The 10-track offering is a
Skyla Tylaa Drops Bombshell with Diamond Platnumz, Tyler ICU, Khalil Harrison & DJ Exit
The wait is finally over. Today marks the official release of “Bombshell”, the high-voltage project that’s been causing a stir across the globe before it even hit streaming platforms. Brought
FKA MOSES Curates a Fresh Wave: SA Hip Hop Weekly Picks Playlist
South African hip hop is evolving, raw, genre-bending, and unapologetically homegrown. Stepping into the curatorial spotlight, tastemaker and culture connoisseur FKA MOSES delivers a weekly sonic dose that taps directly
Stix Makasana : From TikTok Freestyles to SA Hip-Hop’s Next Power Player
In a digital age flooded with fleeting moments and viral sensations, one name is proving he’s here to stay, Stix Makasana. The KwaNomzamo-born rapper, who first caught national attention through
Scorpion Kings Live with Friends – A Historic Celebration at Loftus Stadium
Loftus Versfeld Stadium. 50,000 strong. The heartbeat of a nation amplified by basslines, log drums, and the echo of a genre that’s become a global movement. On 29 August 2025,
DYSTINCT Announces New Album & Debut Single “Ya Baba” Featuring French Montana
After an extraordinary run that catapulted him to global stardom, DYSTINCT is back, ushering in a new era with the announcement of his highly anticipated third album, set to drop
K.O Announces “Pharadise,” a Hustler’s Anthem for a New Era
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Control Magazine Weekly Picks – Tunes Of The Week
Edition 002 | Afro House/Tech Selection Curated by Native Tribe This week’s Afro House/Tech playlist is a sonic journey through rhythm, soul, and innovation. Curated by Native Tribe, this top
25K The Plug Hits the Streets in Style with MINI Menlyn
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SOUL JAM TAKES US TO ‘GHANA GHANA’ : A SONIC JOURNEY OF BASS, CULTURE & GROOVE
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Phila Dlozi Ignites Hearts with Soul-Stirring New Single ‘Ikhandlela’
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