Soweto Gospel Choir, Elaine join headline act Msaki at art and lifestyle fair
South African singer-songwriter Msaki has been announced as the headliner of the 2026 Absa L’Atelier Art and Lifestyle Fair, bringing her distinctive voice to Waterfall City Park at Mall of Africa on Saturday, 10 October. She will be joined by the three-time Grammy Award-winning Soweto Gospel Choir and R&B artist Elaine, adding a powerful live […]
Spring Fiesta 2026: South Africa’s premier season-opener unveils first wave lineup
Spring has officially found its soundtrack. South Africa’s longest-running and most beloved dance music festival, Spring Fiesta, is set to return this October. Celebrating 15 years as a cornerstone of local youth culture, the event has evolved from a premier day-fest into an essential annual reunion for thousands of music lovers nationwide. With the first […]
Somi’s latest single mellows into grace, power, and the unspoken realities of womanhood
Ahead of her anticipated album ‘What Does It Take to Bloom?’, the GRAMMY-nominated powerhouse drops a luminous new anthem featuring saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin. There is an art to quiet defiance, but in the hands of GRAMMY-nominated vocalist and songwriter Somi, defiance sounds a lot like liberation. Late last week, the global jazz icon unveiled “So […]
SAMA31 goes hybrid: Promises a bold new era for music awards ceremony
The Recording Industry of South Africa (RiSA) has announced that the 31st Annual South African Music Awards (SAMA31) will take place on 14 December 2025 in a reimagined hybrid format that ushers in a bold new era for the country’s premier music celebration. In the build-up to the event, RiSA announced the release of the SAMA31 Top 20 nominees, celebrating South […]
R&B Sensation Sabrina Claudio to headline LYFE music experience
The heartbeat of Joburg’s youth culture, Y, is turning up the heat this summer with LYFE, the ultimate music experience happening on Saturday, 6 December at Marks Park, Emmarentia. This year, LYFE brings the vibe with an exclusive performance by international R&B sensation Sabrina Claudio, best known for her sultry hits like “Belong to You” […]
Oskido’s Big Day Out: Down memory lane with timeless dance music
The official countdown has begun to what we believe is the ultimate OG party! Calling it a party might actually be an understatement at this point because the line-up for this event is EPIC! So let’s rephrase that…the countdown has begun for the ultimate OG celebration/ shindig/get-together for us…ma 1K, LOL! Listen, the 2K’s are […]
Soulaced Sessions set to be momentous with headline act Louie Vega
By the time you read this tickets may be sold out to one of the most legendary events taking place this year! There’s no bias here, just pure excitement for a gig that promises to not only raise the roof but remind you exactly why South Africa is the home of house and all things […]
Just Piano Africa officiates Amapiano.
Just Piano Africa, a groundbreaking agency dedicated to addressing the challenges faced by all stakeholders in the amapiano movement, officially launched last week Wednesday on the 26th of March at an exclusive event in Dunkeld. Hosted in partnership with Y at the eMedia studios,the event brought together media partners, industry influencers, and key players in […]
BAI Heatseekers Festival Returns to Jozi with an Electrifying Twist
BAI Heatseekers Festival is back, and this year, it’s bigger, bolder, and more immersive. In association with the Gauteng Film Commission (GFC) and the National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), the BAI Heatseekers Festival is known for its dynamic celebration of music, film, digital content, and entertainment. BAI is shaking things up by joining forces […]
Trace Awards: A Celebration of African Talent
The Trace Awards & Summit 2025 has officially wrapped up, marking yet another extraordinary chapter in the celebration of African and Afro-descendant musical excellence. Held at the breathtaking Mora Resort in Zanzibar, this year’s event was a true testament to the power of music in bridging cultures and bringing people together with incredible performances.The awards […]