The unfortunate trend of artists falling victim to gun violence has become alarmingly common in South Africa. Over the past few years, the nation has mourned the loss of numerous influential figures to tragic shootings. In a recent incident, well-known MC and DJ, Peter Mashata Mabuse, was fatally shot just after concluding a set in Soshanguve’s Block G. Hailing from Gauteng, DJ Peter Mashata was renowned as one of the province’s foremost event organizers, frequently hosting shows featuring A-list DJs and producers. Reports indicate that DJ Peter Mashata was gunned down near the Tshwane Unive ..read more

DJ Tshegu celebrates a milestone as she purchases her inaugural vehicle, a Mercedes Benz V-Class It is always good to see artists winning big and eating the fruit of their labours. One of Amapiano’s newest reigning figure, Dj Tshegu has just bought her first car, a Mercedes Benz V-Class. Splashing millions on a car should tell you that Dj Tshegu is now among the big players in the Amapiano scene. Although she has spent few years in the industry, her contributions to the genre is enormous and her collaboration with Focalistic on “Tiya Mfana” still stand as one of the genre’s finest collaborat ..read more

South African musician Langa Mavuso recently shared a harrowing ordeal involving his mother, who was subjected to a carjacking, abduction, and later located following a frantic nine-hour search. The thought of a loved one facing such danger is chilling. Langa Mavuso turned to the X app to disclose the terrifying events that unfolded on Tuesday, April 16, around 7 pm, in the Mondeor Power Park area. In a plea for assistance, he wrote, “If you witnessed a hijacking in the Mondeor area yesterday afternoon, please DM ME. My mom and her car were last located in the Power Park area around 7 pm last ..read more

Toya Delazy asserts her role in Cassper Nyovest’s ascent to mainstream fame and success. Cassper Nyovest stands as a titan in South African and continental Hip Hop, renowned for his string of chart-topping hits and iconic status in the rap scene. Recently, Toya Delazy took to Twitter to highlight her contribution to his journey. She emphasized the significance of their collaboration on the track “My City,” citing it as pivotal in Cassper’s breakthrough. According to her, she facilitated Cassper’s first flight to Cape Town, where they recorded the song. However, she lamented that her pivotal r ..read more

MacG stirred up online chatter when he revealed his outright rejection of a job offer from Gagasi FM. During a recent installment of his Podcast and Chill series, the provocative host disclosed that despite being approached for a position, he declined without even reviewing the terms and conditions. This refusal followed closely on the heels of the Penny Ntuli controversy. Penny publicly disclosed her meager payment of R2,800 for her presenting role at the station. Despite her efforts to negotiate a higher salary, she ultimately decided to depart. This revelation sparked widespread criticism ..read more

Nigerian singer-songwriter Mayorkun has released the latest visuals for his single ‘Lose Control,’ featuring Blxckie. Directed by Nate Thomas, the music video follows Mayorkun as he narrates his love story, showcasing the highs and lows of a romantic relationship. ‘Lose Control’ is part of Mayorkun’s recent Afrobeat EP, ‘Love.. For Free,’ which was unveiled in October last year. Blxckie also took to social media to share captivating behind-the-scenes images from the music video shoot ahead of its official release. Experience the official music video for ‘Lose Control’ below: The post Mayorku ..read more

Following a tour with Bas and a real-life encounter with J. Cole, Blxckie took to the airwaves to discuss his upcoming single, ‘Baby Jackson,’ featuring A-Reece. View this post on Instagram A post shared by somnyama, yena yedwa. <3 (@blxckie_) “If Baby Jackson doesn’t drop, by the end of this month then I’m giving the whole of South Africa permission to to to just start dissing Reece and me, and me, and me both of us together as a duo.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kreative.Kornerr (@kreative.kornerr) Somnyama is expected to be back in the country next month with th ..read more

Excitement is building in the hip-hop community as Maglera Doe Boy, the South African rapper making waves with his unique sound and style, offers fans a sneak peek into his upcoming release, ‘Maintain.’ Known for his distinctive blend of lyricism and beats, Maglera Doe Boy has been steadily carving out his place in the music industry. With each release, he continues to push boundaries and defy expectations, earning accolades and admiration from fans and critics alike. View this post on Instagram A post shared by XX Doe Boy (@magleradoeboy) In a recent post on social media, Maglera Doe Boy ..read more

Breaking his silence after a prolonged absence from the studio, Thato Saul took to Instagram to unveil his upcoming music project. The Saulsville rapper’s last musical endeavor was the collaboration with his close friend and fellow Pretoria resident, Tyson Sybateli, on “No Comment.” Now, ending his hiatus, the Pheli superstar has kept details of the new music under wraps, leaving fans curious about the sound and title of the upcoming release. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Thato Saul (@thatosaul_) The reception to his post were extremely positive with almost everyone eager t ..read more

Daliwonga is gearing up for the release of his latest single, ‘Why Wenza So,’ featuring contributions from Young Stunna, Ftears, and Shaunmusiq. The talented Amapiano vocalist took to social media to offer fans a sneak peek of the upcoming track, hinting that it will be dropping “anytime from now.” Get ready for the vibes by checking out the teaser below: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Daliwonga (@daliwonga_sa) The post Daliwonga Gives Sneak Peek of Upcoming Single ‘Why Wenza So’ appeared first on SAbaze ..read more