This year’s edition of #JWxRTD is just around the corner, and the annual music and lifestyle festival has amplified the excitement among fans with the latest unveiling of the roster of artists set to grace the stage in October alongside artists such as Stormzy, Ayra Starr, J.I.D, Denzel Curry, The Vamps, Westside Boogie and more. South African music lovers are set to be treated with an incredible performance on the Johnnie Walker Jungle from the ‘Psychedelic R&B’ protagonist Aria Wells, known professionally as Greentea Peng. The South London born and raised Neo-soul songstress who has been likened to Erykah Badu…
Author: Ofentse Phukubye
Ofentse Phukubye
I love what I do on a daily basis as I get to help out fellow African creatives spread out their work to the world. I am a diverse individual as I do not limit myself to one group or type of content. I am always open to receiving new work from other individuals as that is my way of maintaining the culture in quality form.
Due to unforeseen technical issues beyond the control of the team, AFROFUTURE organizers yesterday announced that the highly anticipated lifestyle festival THE ROAD TO AFROFUTURE will be shifting gears and moving to Altitude Beach in Fourways. The excitement and amazing vibes remain untouched. Set to take place Saturday, 30th September, the festival will feature a powerhouse local and international talent as previously announced. The festival will highlight not only music, but also the vibrant intersection of fashion, food and cultural collaborations that help amplify the next generation of African voices. Limited Festival tickets are available – GA is R450 and…
Following the announcement of his 7th Studio album “Solomon” is multi-award winning artist and entrepreneur, Cassper Nyovest as he initiates the journey to “Solomon” with his highly anticipated lead single “018” featuring multi-talented rapper, Maglera Doe Boy.
Organisers of the highly anticipated entertainment and lifestyle experience today announced the return of Cotton Fest Cape Town, set to take place at the Hollywoodbets Kenilworth Racecourse on Saturday, 25th November 2023. Back for the second edition in Cape Town later this year, Cotton Fest celebrates the new wave of talent through music, fashion and lifestyle. More than just a music festival, this multi-layered youth culture experience will once again include 2 concert stages, limited curated clothing and other merchandise, a selection of food stalls and an interactive sports area. Known for merging both established and upcoming South African talent,…
Known as ‘The coolest kid in Africa’ to the eyes of many is Nasty C as he has been locked in studio working on his 4th studio album “I Love It Here” which is set to release in 9 days. Nasty C took to his socials to announce the first single on the album “Prosper In Peace” with American rapper, Benny The Butcher. This of course revealed the official art work to the album as well as the track-list for many to digest whilst waiting for the project to release.
It has been over 2 months since we caught up with rising star, Tyson Sybateli and this was when he released his first single of the year under Sony Music Africa titled, “It Worked.”, he now returns with a raw and authentic hip-hop mixtape “Present” in which he unites the various acts together from the likes of Priddy Ugly to Thato Saul and many more.
Excitement is building to fever pitch among fans of African and Afro-inspired music as global music authority Trace reveals the first performers in the star-studded lineup for the Trace Awards. African and Afro-inspired musicians from around the globe are set to perform at the spectacular live event. Among the music stars on the lineup are Davido (Nigeria), Asake (Nigeria), Bamby (French Guiana), Benjamin Dube (South Africa), Black Sherif (Ghana), Blxckie (South Africa), Bruce Melodie (Rwanda), Bwiza (Rwanda), Didi B (Ivory Coast), Dystinct (Morocco), Janet Otieno (Kenya), Josey (Ivory Coast), Kalash (Martinique), Kizz Daniel (Nigeria), Lisandro Cuxi (Cape Verde), Locko (Cameroon),…
The second phase of the HEY NEIGHBOUR festival lineup is a fusion of local awesomeness with a dash of international flavor. Why, you ask? ‘Cause local is lekker and global is groovy. We’re talking about joining the ranks of H.E.R., Khalid, Swedish House Mafia, The Chainsmokers, and Kendrick Lamar. Our lineup is like a global potluck of musical genius, representing neighbourhoods from across the world. Hold onto your hats, ’cause here’s the scoop! First up, the Amapiano juggernaut, the royalty of the genre, UNCLE WAFFLES, straight outta Swaziland. But hey, Piano fanatics, we’re not stopping there. Get ready to vibe with…
Y, the country’s biggest commercial youth radio station brings you the most anticipated event of the season LYFE as we officially kick off summer.
More food vendors, shorter queues, food trucks galore and a smorgasbord of fresh, bold flavours from around the world – that’s what awaits visitors at the DStv Delicious International Food & Music Festival Powered by LottoStar, which will be tickling taste buds and tantalising palates over the weekend of 23 and 24 September 2023. Plus, the Channel O Drip Stage line-up for the two days has been revealed – and the red-hot array of local DJs and performers, with a strong female focus, will get the party pumping with their infectious amapiano, hip-hop and house grooves! On Saturday 23 September,…