Author: Ofentse Phukubye

South African born, multi-genre rapper, producer, and singer-songwriter, CaseKlowzed recently released his highly anticipated EP, “Mxed Emotions II.”  The latest release follows the success of his previous trap and hip-hop leaning work. Mxed Emotions II is an afro-pop inspired project that demonstrates CaseKlowzed’s versatility and establishes him as a rising force to be reckoned with. “Hopeless” is the 3rd track on Mxed Emotions II, a heavy Afro-RnB track inspired by a lack of hope and by the rising star. CaseKlowzed on this track, you can hear CaseKlowzed plead his partner at the time not desert him and leave him “Hopeless’…

Upcoming Rapper, Songwriter and Producer, Nino Fresko is one artist to look out for in the coming year as his consistency and creative approach uniquely stands out. I was first introduced to Nino early this year at a studio session with Fentse, Ivy Leeg and Keeme Molapo. I was left astonished by his creative process and subtle approach to creating a sound that stands out on his own. When I heard “The Lingo” last week through an ad post, I was mind blown as the single simply showcased his ability to rap and deliver a hook that sticks to the…

AXE, the globally acclaimed grooming and personal care brand synonymous with freshness and confidence, is thrilled to announce its exhilarating partnership with the highly anticipated Hey Neighbour Festival. This collaboration promises not just an enticing blend of scents but an electrifying festival experience like never before. Hey Neighbour Festival, a vibrant celebration of music, art, culture, and community, has taken South Africa by storm, becoming the heart of conversations across the nation. AXE’s unwavering commitment to keeping you fresh seamlessly aligns with the festival’s goal of crafting unforgettable moments. AXE’s presence at the Hey Neighbour Festival promises to elevate the…

Mr JazziQ has been hard at work with grooming his label “Black Is Brown” for the past year as he granted many young talented individuals various opportunities to grow their brands and sounds through his industry access. Through the label, we have witnessed the rise of PCee, Justin99, Zan’Ten and many more. He now returns with an Halloween themed project which is set to drop on the 27th of October. The project is the sequel to his 2022 project “ALL YOU NEED IS PIANO”. The forthcoming project was activated this weekend with the lead single “Hamba Naye” which features PCee,…

Sandrahhh united with Originelle to release brand new single “Jungle” which is an activation to her forthcoming EP “Laws of the Jungle”. The single is followed by a teaser on Instagram which is a commemoration to all of Hip-Hop’s fallen soldiers from Costa Titch to AKA. In “Jungle” we embark on a journey that narrates the ruthless industry and how it is key to stay united with the people that show you love all the time as they will have your back to the end. Sandrahhh further emphasises how important it is to have humility as it will open up…

It has been over a year since Priddy Ugly released brand new music with “MUD” being his last released album in 2022. He has since locked in studio to record his last album “Dust” which will be the lead project into his retirement from music. This follows his 15 years of activeness in the industry and the simple feel of venturing into other career prospects which may allow him to further find himself outside of the art. The final chapter is set to release soon [no date confirmed yet] as fans anticipate the drop to be the hottest Hip-Hop project…

Hey there, Neighbours! Get ready to celebrate the good times at the ultimate lifestyle experience “Hey Neighbour”. Heineken® has officially stepped in as the headline partner to elevate the highly anticipated Festival! To celebrate its 150th birthday, Heineken has selected to share the festivities with everyone who is passionate about music, art, and culture. This forms part of the brand’s mission to spark connections and break down barriers which aligns with Hey Neighbour’s ethos of turning strangers into Neighbours. This dynamic partnership is all about synergy. To amplify the festive season’s good times, Heineken® is taking the festival to Africa…

Up and coming rapper, singer and songwriter, MiMi recently made her musical return in collaboration with rising rapper, Horid The Messiah on their brand new single “Fiening 4 That Money”. In the single, MiMi infuses trap with a touch of R&B as she opens up the single with ear-grabbing backing vocals and hook. The single taps on the push for money as the two artists rap about their hard work and hustle. They further extend on their dreams and how they plan on reaching them. “Fiening 4 That Money” is a motivational tune for those that are constantly on the…

For the love of Hip-Hop, VenusRaps is back with her latest single “Heart” which is a heartfelt letter to the game. I first heard the single exclusively on a SoundCloud private link from Venus as she was reaching out for my input. And oh man, did I not blow up her phone with the intent to express how mind blown I was as I couldn’t believe it that there was rappers in our age that could tap into their hearts whilst still resonating with current events. “Heart” gave me a nostalgic feeling which I got when I first heard Kendrick…

Renowned Chocolate City Music artist, Noon Dave, is set to follow up the year with a bang as he drops the remix of his smash hit “Hillary”, featuring the exceptionally talented South African sensation, Pabi Cooper. Following the massive success of his debut single “Brunch”, which garnered impressive Millions streams since its release, Noon Dave is back in the spotlight, showcasing his sonic prowess with a reimagined version of his first release of the year, “Hillary”. The “Hillary remix” is an instant earworm, effortlessly blending a feel-good vibe with infectious rhythm and flow. It narrates a tale of a tumultuous…