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South Africa's hip hop renaissance: the young artists redefining the genre
These five artists represent just a glimpse of the burgeoning hip hop scene in South Africa.
Winnie Khumalo’s memorial service to be held at The Market Theatre
Join the nation in celebrating the remarkable journey of Winnie Khumalo, a singer whose voice and spirit will forever resonate in the hearts of many.
Meet Gemma Fassie: The next big name in R&B, shaping the music scene with ‘What You Want’
Her musical influence comes from her notable last name, ‘Fassie. ’ The late iconic Brenda Fassie, her grandfather’s sister, was her great-aunt.
Aphelele Fassi can show against All Blacks why he’s the Springboks’ ‘weekend special’
Fassi burst on the scene with the Sharks before making his debut for the Springboks against Georgia in 2021, scoring in his first two appearances in the green and gold.
Late songstress Brenda Fassie’s Langa home gutted by fire
The Cape Town family home of the late music icon star Brenda Fassie was damaged in fire consuming some of the star’s memorabilia.
Ngema - a fearless freedom icon
“Corruption was really hurting Mbongeni (Ngema); we must unite in the fight against corruption. ”
Major League DJz, Zakes Bantwini and Brenda Fassie enlisted for EA Sports FC 2023 soundtrack
The soundtrack for the game launched on Wednesday.
Celeste Ntuli on empowering herself by living her truth and encouraging other women to do the same
Ntuli shared with IOL Entertainment what it means to be imbokodo in 2023, explaining that the term has trapped and robbed black women of their femininity.
Bongani Fassie reveals how much money he has blown: ‘R10 or R15 Million maybe?’
‘My distribution account was supposed to be R25 million but I never received that amount,’ he explained on the show.
Thebe Magugu’s Spotify fashion forward playlist comes to life
Magugu’s playlist inspired his latest ‘Folkloric’ collection.
Celebs rally behind Bongani Fassie after brutal panga attack
The attack on rapper and record producer Bongani Fassie has sparked an outpouring of support across the country.
Yvonne Chaka Chaka’s BVSM Awards acknowledges ‘neglected’ backing vocalists
Joseph Makwela, the originator of the Mbaqanga sound who played for Makgona Tsohle Band and Mahlathini and Mahotella Queens, will be honoured with the Special Award.
Is it Gemma or Emma? Tweeps ask as young Fassie catches their attention
Posted by her cousin Bongani Fassie on Twitter, the video had many people, including Mzansi musicians, commenting on the singer’s beautiful voice, which she must have gotten from her late aunt.