Author: Ofentse Phukubye

In a glowing showcase of African music and its global impact, Africa Rising Music Conference (ARMC) 2024 is set to take place from May 27th to 28th. Originally set for May 28th and 29th, ARMC’s dates have been shifted to accommodate the 2024 General National and Provincial elections announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa for May 29th. This adjustment ensures participants can be fully immersed in the conference and still exercise their democratic rights. ARMC has recently joined the Federation of Music Conferences as the first African music conference, solidifying its position as a leading platform for industry professionals and enthusiasts…

The music industry is quite a tough one to navigate in especially when you do not have a strong team with various expertise and people who are eager to learn and explore around you. This has somehow impacted many artists negatively and some positively as they found their feet quite quickly than others. There are many South African artists that can attest to the challenges that one has to succumb to build a solid brand and it does not come to you overnight. Many have had to fall short meaning that they were operating on heavy losses or debt just…

Hailing from a small town in Free State is multifaceted artist Nino Fresko as he accompanies his 2nd lead single “SENSETIVE” with his 2nd full length project titled “FLY FOR MAGRIZA”. The project showcases his flawless storytelling with an infusion with various sounds whilst maintaining the Hip-Hop structure. “Fly For Magriza” opened up with a cinematic intro featuring rapper and producer Ivy Leeg titled “Pilot” with an ear grabbing transition over to a modern trap style similar to what you would hear from a Baby Keem. Nino then follows with a more mellow conscious track titled “Batho” which taps into…

Following his 2023 EP “OnThisHill” is Archi as he gradually started off his year with a brand new single with ZRi and Steveisfrench titled “Donno Why”. The stellar combination of the 3 acts continuously expands the rap sound within the Pretoria music scene. “Donno Why” is an easy to listen rap track which transitions from a mellow vintage sample to a more modern bop and trappy rap sound. The single is accompanied with a highly catchy hook which details the easy life in one’s modern ways of living as Archi opens up on the progress of life and his career…

The Joburg Film Festival is proud to announce that acclaimed multiple award winning actor, musician and philanthropist Malik Yoba will be attending the upcoming festival, adding a touch of Hollywood glam to the event. The festival, scheduled to take place later this month, will feature a diverse range of films from around the world and promises to be an unforgettable cinematic experience for attendees. All round entertainer and entrepreneur Malik Yoba, known for his versatile performances in both film and television, has captured audiences with his compelling portrayals of characters across various genres. With a career spanning over three decades, Yoba…

Get ready for an extraordinary experience as CottonFest returns, for the 5th edition in Johannesburg, to its home at the Old Station in Newtown on April 6th, 2024. This year’s theme, #VoteCottonFest, goes beyond a festival, it’s a dynamic lifestyle movement where attendees actively shape the culture through music, art, sport and lifestyle choices, celebrating the convergence of individuality. Cast your votes for the new wave in youth culture, embracing diversity and inclusivity in every aspect of the festival. Engage in interactive elements and unique experiences that reflect the vibrant spirit of this years theme #VoteCottonFest. Cotton Festival is a testament to…

Witnessing the evolution of music year by year is a beautiful thing as you get to discover talented acts that pioneer themselves in shaping how people consume their content. One of those talented acts is multi-talented rapper, songwriter and producer, Nino Fresko as he continues to build his world around character, uniqueness and experimental sounds. He now starts off his year with a brand new single titled “SENSETIVE” featuring R&B and Alternative royalty, Fentse. who also is on the rise to stardom and recognition as well as singer, songwriter Keeme. The song taps on a journey of self-discovery within multiple…

Music has always been a connecting point amongst many individuals across the world with some forming great relationships and others contributing towards the most historic moments in life through their love for music. We have witnessed the evolution to music in South Africa as a whole as each artist has managed to establish a signature sound for themselves whether it be in Amapiano, Hip-Hop or R&B they all manage to stand out through their versatility and ability to infuse a variety of elements from different genres into one. One particular line of creatives in mind has to be musical duo,…

The Steyn Entertainment stable is best known for their state of the art event properties in which one of them namely known as “In The City” in partnership with Flying Fish was scheduled for the 16th and 17th of February in Cape Town and Johannesburg with a stellar line-up lead by event headline act, Ayra Starr in partnership with make-up brand, Maybelline. They took to their socials to steadily announce heartbreaking news to event attendees as they unfortunately have had to result to cancelling the event due to Visa Approval issues for Ayra Starr and her team which was beyond…

Singer, Songwriter and Producer, Una Rams gradually released his 2nd single of the year titled, “ilikeyou” this past Friday and it is a colourful expedition as the multitalented artist divulges his heart’s intentions to his potential partner. “ilikeyou” is a dance song that paints on an image of positivity and joy as he further expresses prospective plans that could simply come to life if she decides to come aboard and experience what love truly is. I first heard this single two weeks back which kind of left me mind blown and curious as to how Una Rams was able to…