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Major League DJz take the plunge: 'Come With Me' marks their electronic debut
Join Major League DJz on their groundbreaking journey as they redefine the electronic music landscape with 'Come With Me', a collaboration that promises to resonate with fans across the globe.
Steve Hofmeyr's 'Oranje' sparks heated debate on Afrikaner identity
Steve Hofmeyr's latest song 'Oranje' has sparked a heated debate on Afrikaner identity, revealing the complexities of pride and division in post-apartheid South Africa.
Did Nadia Nakai just shade Annie Macaulay-Idibia in her new song ‘Wall to Wall’?
Nakai took to Instagram to announce a new song, ‘Wall to Wall’. A collaboration with brothers, MajorSteez, Touchline and Kane Keid.
Love at first view: Naledi Aphiwe and Mawelele’s ‘Romeo & Juliet’ hits 1 million views in 10 days
Music lovers are buzzing with excitement as South African stars Naledi Aphiwe and Mawelele celebrate their hit song, 'Romeo & Juliet', which has spectacularly reached one million views in just ten days.
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.
Tina Turner’s legacy lives on: new song ‘Hot For You Baby’ to debut in anniversary edition of ‘Private Dancer’
The new song will appear in the 40th-anniversary edition release of her fifth studio album 'Private Dancer’, which will be released in March.
Fans react as Bruno Mars collaborates with Sexyy Red on bold new track ‘Fat Juicy & Wet’
Bruno Mars and Sexyy Red pull off the ultimate collaboration in the music video for their new single, which includes Lady Gaga and Rosé.
Sol Phenduka's latest track ‘Diqabang’ has gone platinum
Unity Music Africa honoured Phenduka with a plaque, highlighting the song's impact and the support from fans.
Singer-songwriter Bianca ‘The Bird’ Burt releases new single, ‘Honeymoon Love’
The new single explores the exhilarating beginnings of romance.
WATCH: MacG slams Uncle Waffles for failing to credit Ohp Sage in her hit single, ‘Wadibusa’
MacG argued that Uncle Waffles could have shared her platform with Ohp Sage in order to boast his career.
Netizens thank K. O for paying tribute to AKA in ‘King Size’ music video
K. O releases an emotional tribute to the late AKA in his new music video 'King Size', featuring previously recorded verses from the departed rapper and touching visual references to their shared history in SA hip hop.
Michael Jackson makes history as the first artist with five music videos surpassing one billion views each
Michael Jackson continues to break records posthumously, while One Direction sees a surge in streaming following Liam Payne's death.
Remembering Solly Moholo: These are the gospel icon's most memorable hits
In celebrating the life and impact of Solly Moholo who inspired many with his powerful music, IOL reflects on some of his most memorable songs.
Benjamin Dube's 'Tribe of Benjamin' gospel event set for November
The KZN Gospel Explosion's ‘Tribe of Benjamin’ event is scheduled for November 2 at the Golden Horse in Pietermaritzburg.
Tyla ‘Breath Me’ music video leaves fans in their feels
Tyla’s newly released ‘Breath Me’ music video has broken many of her fans hearts.
Master KG and Nkosazana Daughter’s new album ‘Makhelwane’ takes the music industry by storm
Wanitwa Mos and Nkosazana Daughter's highly anticipated joint project has already exceeded all expectations, reaching gold status prior to its formal release.
‘Baby Shark’ and ‘Despacito’ are the most popular YouTube videos of all time
‘Bath Song’ by CoComelon Nursery Rhymes & Kids Songs takes third place.
WATCH: Nasty C and K. O spoof ‘Podcast and Chill’ in hilarious trailer to announce ‘Too Much’
Nasty C and K. O had fans in stitches with their hilarious re-enactment of top moments from ‘Podcast and Chill’. Not only did they nail their impersonations of the show's hosts but they also dropped some exciting news for fans.
Anton Goosen releases music video for his new track, ‘Gigi’
‘Gigi’ continues on the success of Goosen’s comeback single, ‘Bly By My, (My Lief)’.
Cover music video of Toto’s ‘Africa’ showcases SA’s beauty and top artists
In the music video produced by Boerboel Tunes, South Africa's Kruger National Park take centre stage, showcasing the nation's natural beauty.
Viral 'Tshwala Bam' remix hits 100 million streams on digital platforms
When combining the streams of both the original version and the remix, the total streams soar to an extraordinary 277 million.
Burna Boy to celebrate 5th anniversary of 'African Giant' with online concert
In 2019, the album marked Burna Boy’s international breakthrough.