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TRESOR’s ‘Never Let Me Go’ certified 5X Platinum

11Aug

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TRESOR’s ‘Never Let Me Go’ certified 5X Platinum

Multi award-winning musician, TRESOR’s, global hit single, Never Let Me Go, is officially certified 5X Platinum. Taken off his debut album VII, this evergreen body of work propelled TRESOR to stardom and remains a fan favourite to date. TRESOR’s Never Let Me Go crossed borders and language barriers placing as the number #1 selling dance song in Italy iTunes at the time with his Spada Remix beating the likes of Justin Bieber, Calvin Harris and Rihanna. TRESOR’s Never Let Me Go (Spada Remix) placed as the eighth best-selling song across all genres in Italy iTunes and was his second number #1 bestselling dance song in Italy iTunes following his debut single, Mount Everest, making TRESOR the only African-based artist to achieve this feat twice. “I am truly honored and blessed...

SA Celebs & Fans Remember Bob Mabena on Kaya 959

10Aug

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SA Celebs & Fans Remember Bob Mabena on Kaya 959

Today marks one year since the passing of radio icon Bob "The Jammer" Mabena. Kaya 959 is spending the day paying tribute to the great life he lived on the air and online. This morning, Breakfast show presenters Thomas and Skhumba were joined by celebrity guests including Mel Bala, Glen Lewis, Dr Khumalo and many more, all who had known and loved Uncle Bob. “Most of us have had a Bob Mabena moment in our lives. Perhaps you knew him and worked with him, or like millions of South Africans, he was always a part of your life - connecting through the magic of the radio” says Kaya 959 Station Director Sibongile Mtyali. https://twitter.com/KayaON959/status/1425037009043836962?s=20 Listeners are being encouraged to share their memories, and presenters are playing audio highligh...

MOONCHILD SANELLY BAGS ROLE AS HOST FOR NEW SCOTTISH LEADER PRODCTION ON BET

29Jul

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MOONCHILD SANELLY BAGS ROLE AS HOST FOR NEW SCOTTISH LEADER PRODCTION ON BET

Moonchild serves a dash of madness with creatives There is method to the madness, so goes the adage. A new TV show hostedby the colourful and irreverent Moonchild Sanelly zooms in on the lives ofSouth Africa’s most prolific artists and entertainers with the premise of peelingoff the layers to get to the madness that drives creatives who see the worlddifferently. Coming to BET Africa channel 129, from Friday, 30 July 2021 at 21:30pm,Madness Method gets to the essence of what makes artists tick. The showoffers a fresh perspective on everyday issues seen through the lens oftalented artists. Over 10 episodes the guests of the show, fresh faces andveterans alike, will address various important topics, some of which include:patriarchy, black love, gender identities and binary, lon...

Poppulse Exclusive: Stino Le Thwenny Interview

29Jul

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Poppulse Exclusive: Stino Le Thwenny Interview

South African hip hop duo, Stino Le Thwenny Poppulse caught up and had a chat with South African hip hop duo, Stino Le Thwenny, who just released a new single Tsele, featuring multi-platinum selling rapper Kwesta. Reminiscent of underground hip hop cyphers, the duo delivers bars on a hard-hitting beat. Produced by ASID ON THE BEAT, the instrumentation consists of a hard-hitting bass to keep the tempo and a lo-fi element to produce the melody of the song. Where are you guys from? How have your surroundings shaped you in a creative sense and in what way? We are from Bloemfontein in the Free State, and our town is a small town that’s still growing but our town is more of a city than the surrounding towns. We have more events, we have more venues for the arts, I think it just be...

Sun-EL Musician and EL-World Music dominate in SAMA Nominations!

6Jul

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Sun-EL Musician and EL-World Music dominate in SAMA Nominations!

Johannesburg, Thursday, 10 June 2021 – Influential South African artist, multi award-winning producer, Sun-EL Musician and his homegrown label, EL-World Music, have received a phenomenal 12 combined nominations across a vast array of categories at the 27th edition of the SAMAs (South African Music Awards). Sun-EL Musician was nominated for multiple categories (x6) not only in his capacity at an artist, but as a producer and co-director of his one-of-a-kind virtual concert in conjunction with artist services company Platoon and entertainment agency Anything Goes. To The World And Beyond was a first of its kind Afro-futuristic digital showcase and visual album formed of his highly acclaimed project of the same name. Watch here. “So many hands and hear...

Diamond Platnumz photographed by South African photographer Sphesibo for his new project.

6Jul

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Diamond Platnumz photographed by South African photographer Sphesibo for his new project.

Photographer Sphesibo Mkize and Diamond Platnumz Johannesburg-based photographer Sphesibo Mkize (22) of SPHESIBO MEDIA is thrilled as he achieves yet again another milestone in his booming photography career which was the opportunity to photograph international Afro-Beats and Afro-Pop Star Diamond Platnumz’ signing and private listening session at Warner Music South Africa. The KZN born young star Sphesibo, describes himself as a creative all rounder and multi- talented individual in the Media industry particularly within the spaces of Social Media and content creation. He prides himself with a passion for photography, a creative mind for designs (graphics), talent for TV & Radio presenting and a skill for managing Social Media accounts. His undying love and passion for his c...

6Jul

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THE HOUSE OF BNG’S SPARKLING GROWTH

Johannesburg, May 06th, 2021 - Bonang Matheba’s House of BNG Nectar range – the country’s first true sparkling wine in a can – has been a massive success with over 500,000 cans sold within four months, excluding the alcohol ban period during lockdown. “I’m extremely grateful for the response shown to The House of BNG and its month-to-month growth and so proud of all the innovations the brand has made over the last two years. I’m also very excited that The House of BNG is now represented in Checkers LiquorShop nationally,” says Bonang Matheba. The House of BNG is South Africa’s top selling MCC and has become the celebration of choice at important events such as the Presidential Inauguration, Miss SA and SA Sports Awards and is also now available in other African countries ...

Vodacom RED VIP extends the Durban July experience through ‘Flight of Fancy’

6Jul

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Vodacom RED VIP extends the Durban July experience through ‘Flight of Fancy’

Fashion, premium lifestyle events and rubbing shoulders with South Africa's media personalities is what many look forward to every July when the Vodacom Durban July event takes place. Due to strict Covid-19 protocol adherence, consumers have been advised to stay home and stay safe. It is with this in mind that Vodacom's flagship cell plan, Vodacom RED VIP, has launched a month- long virtual fashion, lifestyle and celebrity experience aimed at giving consumers the tools they need to elevate their fashion aspirations. Says Katleho Mahloane, Executive Head of Vodacom RED Division, "Vodacom RED VIP is creating platforms for future and current RED VIP customers to elevate themselves through fashion experiences and opportunities that cater to their desire to take a 'Flight of Fancy". ...

HUSH SA WINS OLD MUTUAL AMAZING VOICES SEASON 2!

6Jul

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HUSH SA WINS OLD MUTUAL AMAZING VOICES SEASON 2!

South African group, Hush SA are the 2021 winners of the pan-African Old Mutual Amazing Voices crown and walks away with a massive $ 100 000 grand-prize. After securing 5 Golden Voice wins for best performance throughout the season, Africa chose Hush SA as the winners of the sensational pan-African singing competition during a spectacular finale on Sunday evening (4 July 2021). The finale was simulcasted on Mzansi Magic, Mzansi Wethu, (South Africa) Africa Magic (Nigeria), Maisha Magic (Kenya) Zambezi Magic (Zimbabwe) and Akwaaba (Ghana) The group has taken their first small steps to achieve their dreams and do great things, not only at home but beyond to become global music sensations. An all-male Gospel group of six members, formed as a brotherhood of childhood friend...