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Samthing Soweto thanks fans with ‘Deda’ release and exciting new album announcement

Samthing Soweto returns with his long-awaited single expressing gratitude to fans while navigating personal challenges and preparing for his upcoming album.

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ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Samthing Soweto ends the wait: ‘Deda’ release date announced after two long years

After two years of anticipation, Samthing Soweto reveals the release date for his new single ‘Deda’, addressing fans on TikTok and sharing insights into the song's themes.

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ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Blackstreet brings 90s R&B magic to Pretoria, shares love for SA music, and promises fans a dynamic night

When asked about South African artists they’re currently enjoying, Chauncey Black shared that he’s a fan of amapiano star Tyla, describing her as ‘dope’.

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Nomathamsanqa Sithathu|Published

Samthing Soweto, Lwah Ndlunkulu, Donald to perform at Blackstreet concert

Blackstreet were meant to perform in three cities in South Africa but they will only do one show.

Entertainment Whats On Pretoria
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Neo Makwa calls out Nota Baloyi for being ‘shady’

Although credited as one of the producers on the 2016 hit, Makwa also revealed he has not been paid for his work.

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Nomathamsanqa Sithathu|Published

Former YoTV star Itumeleng Bokaba paid 59 cents for vocals on Kwesta’s ‘Mayibabo’

She responded by sharing that she fought for recognition by asking SAMRO (South African Music Rights Organisation) to credit her, but only received 59 cents in revenue.

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Nomathamsanqa Sithathu|Published

Watch VideoAymos celebrates his success with new album 'Impilo'

Multi-award-winning singer, Aymos, the voice behind some of South Africa's biggest hits, continues to solidifying his place as a standout artist.

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Oluthando Keteyi|Published

‘Amalanga Awafani’ makes an impressive debut after music credits controversy

The dispute around the song “Amalanga Awafani” by Mas Musiq and Lawd Weezy, which features TO Starquality and DJ Maphorisa, appears to have influenced the song’s debut, pushing it up on the music charts.

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Anita Nkonki|Published

Maphorisa unconsciously admits Samthing Soweto owns ‘Isiphithiphithi’ rights

The DJ insisted he paid Samthing Soweto amid exploitation allegations for all parties involved to have an equal percentage of Amantombazane and Emcimbini singles.

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Hope Mafu|Published

DJ Maphorisa admits that Samthing Soweto paid for his master rights

Netizens have concluded that Samthing Soweto has won the twar.

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Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Samthing Soweto now under fire as fans slam his double standards

Samthing Soweto’s integrity under fire after he admitted to lying about DJ Maphorisa’s involvement in his album, leaving fans wondering what to believe

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Sinovuyo Mbatani|Published

Samthing Soweto releases files over beef with DJ Maphorisa

Spilling more tea, Samthing Soweto revealed he did not sign any contract with Maphorisa, adding he paid the DJ for his masters.

The Star Lifestyle
Hope Mafu|Published

X users react as MacG backs DJ Maphorisa on his feud with Samthing Soweto

On a recent episode of podcast and chill, MacG came to the defence of DJ Maphorisa who was recently accused of not giving Samthing Soweto credits for his vocals on ‘Amalanga Awafani’, a song they did alongside Mas Musiq.

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Kamogelo Makhura|Published

Samthing Soweto evaluates the ‘Isphithiphithi’ issue with DJ Maphorisa

The singer and songwriter said DJ Maphorisa didn’t produce the ‘Isphithiphithi’ album. He (Samthing Soweto) lied about Maphorisa producing the album because he wanted to use his influence to sell the project

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Thobile Mazibuko|Published

MacG defends DJ Maphorisa in music rights dispute with Samthing Soweto

Podcast host MacG has broken down the music rights dispute involving DJ Maphorisa and Samthing Soweto on the latest episode of “Podcast and Chill”, surprisingly, coming to the defence of ‘Phori’.

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Ronewa Jessica Mashamba|Published

Samthing Soweto hits back at DJ Maphorisa in feud over music rights

Samthing Soweto speaks out, his side of the story about DJ Maphorisa and their toxic ties

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Sinovuyo Mbatani|Published

Victory for fans as Samthing Soweto gets added to ‘Amalanga Awafani’ credits

Samthing Soweto is yet to comment on the support he received from his fans for not being credited on the song.

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Oluthando Keteyi|Published

DJ Maphorisa fuming at Samthing Soweto over new track as amapiano artists fight over song rights

Something Soweto’s contribution to ‘Amalanga Awafani’ has not been unrecognised but the amapiano community is fighting back

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Sinovuyo Mbatani|Published