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ZULO Releases New Single and Music Video “Meddie” Ahead of Forthcoming Project ‘Something Lekker’

21Oct

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ZULO Releases New Single and Music Video “Meddie” Ahead of Forthcoming Project ‘Something Lekker’

Johannesburg-born rap-pop artist and multidisciplinary creative ZULO has released his new single, “meddie,” alongside its official music video. Self-produced by ZULO, the track serves as the lead single from his highly anticipated forthcoming project, Something Lekker, set for release on 6 November 2026. The release marks his first new music since his 2025 single pack, Z. Building on the feel-good bounce of fan-favorite hits like “lamza,” “meddie” explores romance, nostalgic charm, and modern yearning through a distinctly South African lens. Inspired by classic ’80s love ballads, the track blends playful sincerity with melodic warmth. Bringing Back the Art of Yearning Rooted in local slang, humour, and cultural identity, “meddie” embraces falling in love without overcompli...

South African Youth Station Y Syndicates Apple Music’s ‘Africa Now Radio with Nandi Madida’

21Oct

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South African Youth Station Y Syndicates Apple Music’s ‘Africa Now Radio with Nandi Madida’

South Africa’s premier youth radio station, Y (FM 99.2), has officially announced that Apple Music Radio’s flagship global show, Africa Now Radio with Nandi Madida, will be syndicated across its broadcast and digital channels. Starting Sunday, 1 November 2026, the globally acclaimed weekly show will air every Sunday at 1:00 PM (13h00), bringing pan-African sounds, exclusive interviews, and continent-wide chart-toppers straight to South African listeners. Amplifying Pan-African Culture & "The Big 5" Since its launch in 2020, Africa Now Radio has established itself as an authority on continental soundscapes. Every episode features "The Big 5"—a curated breakdown of the five hottest new tracks across Africa—alongside deep-dive interviews with both global megastars and emergi...

Chymamusique Opens Doors for Emerging Producers with New Album ‘Musique Compiled Vol. 1’

13Oct

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Chymamusique Opens Doors for Emerging Producers with New Album ‘Musique Compiled Vol. 1’

South African DJ, producer, and sound engineer Chymamusique marks a new chapter in his musical journey with the release of Musique Compiled Vol. 1, a 15-track album that places collaboration, discovery, and the next generation of music creators at its core. Having celebrated his 36th birthday in June 2026, Chymamusique drew direct inspiration from this milestone to select 36 upcoming producers for the broader Musique Compiled initiative. To extend the vision across future volumes, he doubled the initial artist pool, designing the series as an ongoing springboard for underheard talent across the house music landscape. Sifting Through 1,300 Submissions with Quality Control The project began as an open invitation for producers to submit their unreleased work. The response wa...

Eric Benét, Chanté Moore, and Changing Faces Join Expanded Lineup for Ndlala Grandeur Season 1 in Pretoria

7Oct

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Eric Benét, Chanté Moore, and Changing Faces Join Expanded Lineup for Ndlala Grandeur Season 1 in Pretoria

R&B Royalty: Chanté Moore The star-studded lineup for Ndlala Grandeur Season 1 has expanded as R&B icons Eric Benét, Chanté Moore, and legendary vocal group Changing Faces join the multi-night concert series. Originally framed as a four-night affair, the premier event running at Ndlala Arena in Pretoria from 16 to 20 December 2026 has officially extended to five consecutive nights of live music, red-carpet moments, and fine dining. Actor and media personality Ricco Ross will host the red carpet and main stage proceedings on opening nights. A Star-Studded Night-by-Night Breakdown The expanded schedule brings together heavyweight local and international R&B acts across the five-night run: Wednesday, 16 December 2026 (Opening Night): Multi-Grammy-nominated R&am...

Dis-Chem Releases “Freedom” Anthem for Heritage Day to Inspire Movement and Better Health

29Sep

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Dis-Chem Releases “Freedom” Anthem for Heritage Day to Inspire Movement and Better Health

Healthcare and retail group Dis-Chem has officially released “Freedom,” an original Heritage Day anthem created to inspire South Africans to move more and prioritize health and well-being. Composed by acclaimed South African producer and conductor Ralf Schmitt (co-founder of the Ndlovu Youth Choir), the track was built directly from social media responses submitted by everyday South Africans answering the question: "What does Better Health mean to you?" From Internal Staff Auditions to Commercial Collaboration The anthem features the Dis-Chem Freedom Choir—a 40-member choir composed entirely of Dis-Chem employees from Gauteng (32), the Western Cape (3), and KwaZulu-Natal (5), who were chosen out of more than 100 entries in national internal auditions. First performed at Di...

Celina Sharma Releases Highly Anticipated EP ‘Chapter 2’

27Sep

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Celina Sharma Releases Highly Anticipated EP ‘Chapter 2’

International pop artist Celina Sharma has officially dropped her highly anticipated five-track EP, Chapter 2, available across all major streaming platforms via gamma.. The project marks her first major rollout following a strategic partnership between ERA Music and the US-based music and media giant. Boasting more than 250 million total streams and over 625,000 monthly listeners, the 23-year-old Sydney-born, London-based artist enters a mature new chapter. Chapter 2 pivots away from her early vibrant pop releases toward a ballad-driven sound that explores themes of faith, family, loss, identity, and personal self-discovery. "Centre of Peace" Featuring Indian Icon Sonu Nigam At the heart of Chapter 2 is "Centre of Peace," a standout collaboration with legendary Indian vo...

Emirati Pop Artist ALYA Makes Her Debut with Infectious Single “Lemonade”

27Sep

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Emirati Pop Artist ALYA Makes Her Debut with Infectious Single “Lemonade”

Emirati singer, performer, and multi-hyphenate creator ALYA has officially marked her debut with "Lemonade," the lead single from her forthcoming debut EP released via major music company gamma. Blending modern pop, R&B, and dance beats with traditional Arab-influenced percussion, "Lemonade" introduces a vibrant cross-cultural sound rooted in ALYA's Middle Eastern heritage. The track captures the playful excitement of mutual attraction while establishing a fresh new perspective in global pop music. A Global Identity Rooted in Heritage Born and raised in Dubai to an Emirati father and a British mother, the 21-year-old artist seamlessly incorporates her background in dance and acting into a dynamic visual and musical identity. The track was recorded in Los Angeles an...

Sean Paul Brings Global Dancehall Energy to Sunbet Arena This December

14Sep

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Sean Paul Brings Global Dancehall Energy to Sunbet Arena This December

Sun International’s Sunbet Arena at Time Square is set to welcome global dancehall icon and Grammy Award winner Sean Paul to Pretoria this December as part of his South African tour. The Pretoria performance is one of just three national stops on the tour—alongside Cape Town and Durban—giving fans from across Gauteng and the rest of the country an opportunity to experience one of dancehall’s most recognisable international stars live. A Major Highlight for the Summer Entertainment Calendar Sean Paul joins a growing list of international performers who have taken to the Sunbet Arena stage in recent years, reflecting the venue's growing appeal among major global touring acts. More than two decades after hits like "Get Busy" and "Temperature" first took over dance floors, Sea...

From the Boardroom to 33,000 Feet: Meet DJ MidTempo, the Tech CEO Making Afro House in the Sky

3Sep

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From the Boardroom to 33,000 Feet: Meet DJ MidTempo, the Tech CEO Making Afro House in the Sky

For most corporate executives, a long-haul flight is a rare opportunity to catch up on unread emails, prep slide decks for the next meeting, or attempt to get a few hours of sleep. For Theo Mseka, better known in the music scene as DJ MidTempo, it is where the beat drops. By day, Mseka operates in the high-stakes world of international corporate leadership, serving as CEO and Managing Director of Germany's real-estate tech giants immowelt and AVIV Germany GmbH. Away from the boardroom, however, he is a South African producer, vinyl collector, and founder of Tahoe Studios whose sound moves seamlessly across Afro House, Afro Tech, Amapiano, 3-Step, and electronic influences. Now, those two worlds are officially colliding on his 12-track debut album, Cheza Kidogo, dropping on 11 Se...

Tyla Brings the A*POP Era Home with an Epic Gold Reef City Takeover

12Aug

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Tyla Brings the A*POP Era Home with an Epic Gold Reef City Takeover

Mzansi’s global superstar Tyla is coming home to celebrate her record-breaking sophomore era with the people who backed her from day one. On Sunday, 16 August 2026, the two-time GRAMMY Award winner will take over Gold Reef City theme park in Johannesburg for the official A*POP Takeover, presented in partnership with South African Tourism and powered by Absa. The Fan Appreciation Day brings the global pop star back to the city that shaped her journey, creating an unmissable homecoming celebration for her loyal fanbase, the Tygers. How to Score Tickets on TikTok Tyla is inviting her Tygers across the country to jump into the celebration on TikTok for a chance to pull up to Gold Reef City. To win a ticket to the Fan Appreciation Day on 16 August, fans need to create a TikT...