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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...

Tyson Sybateli Teases a Dystopian Corporate Universe with New Album ‘Amehlo’

3Aug

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Tyson Sybateli Teases a Dystopian Corporate Universe with New Album ‘Amehlo’

The official artwork for Tyson Sybateli’s upcoming concept album, Amehlo Pretoria rap royalty and master lyricist Tyson Sybateli is officially stepping into his next chapter. After cementing his status as one of South Africa's most respected artists, the rapper and creative visionary has announced that his highly anticipated studio album, Amehlo, drops on 22 September 2026. Serving as the direct follow-up to his critically acclaimed 2022 project Home, Amehlo expands Tyson’s signature introspective pen into an ambitious conceptual world. Pre-saves for the album are now live across all major streaming platforms. Four Years in the Making: A World of Surveillance and Sound Developed over four years, Amehlo introduces listeners to a fictional corporate universe that holds up a m...

Teni Drops ‘The Wellness Package’ EP and Launches a Bold New Era with Gamma

24Jul

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Teni Drops ‘The Wellness Package’ EP and Launches a Bold New Era with Gamma

Nigerian hitmaker and pop icon Teni is back with a brand new body of work. Today, 24 July 2026, the award-winning singer officially releases her highly anticipated EP, The Wellness Package, ushering in a fresh chapter centered on healing, growth, and pure joy. The new project also marks Teni’s major international partnership with global music and media company Gamma, joining forces to take her creative vision worldwide. "Teni is a remarkable artist with a unique ability to connect with audiences around the world," says Larry Jackson, Founder and CEO of Gamma. Sipho Dlamini, President of Gamma Africa, added that Teni continues to raise the bar for African music and culture on a global scale. Star-Studded Features and Massive Streaming Numbers The Wellness Package brings...

SAMAs Return “Home” to North West for Historic SAMA32

28May

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SAMAs Return “Home” to North West for Historic SAMA32

South Africa’s biggest night in music is heading back to where it all feels most at home. The 32nd South African Music Awards (SAMAs) are officially set to take place in the North West Province on 15 August 2026, marking what organisers are calling a historic homecoming for the iconic awards show. A Return to the “Platinum Province” Widely known as the traditional home of the SAMAs, the North West has hosted some of the ceremony’s most memorable moments over the years. Its return signals more than just a venue change. It is a celebration of legacy, culture and the province’s long-standing relationship with South African music. The announcement was made by the province’s MEC for Arts, Culture, Sport and Recreation, Galerekwe Tsotso Tlhapi, who reflected on the significance of bri...