The new Mutant song ‘Baas’ digs into controversial, painful South African history. But are South Africans ready to hear it?

Australian artist Zheani Sparkes has become famous for her blend of dark and emotional lyrics. Here’s more about her music and 2024 tour.

Artist Zheani Sparks has announced her tour across the United States via her Facebook page. Here’s more about her sold-out 2024 tour.

South African band Die Antwoord have just released a new single to announce their return. Watch the video for Reanimated here.

Isaac Mutant is one of South Africa’s most controversial hip-hop artists, but could also be counted as one of the best.

From award-winning rapper Emtee to multi-platinum stars Sjava and Big Zulu – South African rappers who have starred in local soapies.

Artists like AKA and Mutant’s DOOKOOM have made South African hip-hop heard internationally, and it’s reaching its 50th anniversary this year.

Exploring the PUMA Suede’s Forever Classic’s role in hip-hop culture since the genre’s inception 50 years ago.

Award-winning rapper and TV presenter Rouge made headlines after announcing her engagement on social media.

In the ever-evolving landscape of hip-hop, a significant shift is taking place as the genre confronts its history of homophobia.

‘Multimillionaire’ Nota Baloyi explains how he milks millions from SA Hip-hop in a year and why he doesn’t invest in Real Estate.

Warren Buffett’s old comments about Jay-Z resurface as the celebrated multi-award-winning rapper continues to win big.

The event was performed on the People’s Theatre stage as part of the Human Rights Festival and was funded by the National Arts Council.

Rising 28-year-old South African dancer and rapper Costa Titch dies after collapsing on stage on 11 March while performing in Johannesburg.

In celebration of Grammy award-winning rapper Eminem’s 50th birthday, take a look at five of his iconic songs.

Riky Rick’s Cotton Fest is set to take place at Paarden Eiland Park in the Mother City on Saturday 10 December.

Legendary rapper Talib Kweli will be performing in Johannesburg on 30 September and 1 October. Here’s everything you need to know…

‘Gangsta’s Paradise’, ‘Fantastic Voyage’ and more: Here are five of legendary rapper Coolio’s best tracks. Have a listen…

Tributes have poured in for SA hip-hop star Tumi Tladi who passed away on Sunday 10 July. Here are five things to know about him.

Hip-hop stars and fans have taken to social media to pay tribute to rapper Tumi Tladi who passed away on Sunday 10 July.

After releasing her Sama-nominated EP ‘4436’ in 2020, Boity is ready to release new music for her hip-hop fans.

Grammy-winning producer Black Coffee produced ‘Texts Go Green’ with his son Esona on Drake’s new album. Take a look at what else he produced.

Hip-hop fans noticed that Riky Rick’s debut album ‘Family Values’ was removed from streaming platforms, but there has been an update…

Post Malone’s upcoming album, ‘Twelve Carat Toothache’ is set to feature the likes of Doja Cat, Gunna, and The Kid LAROI.

‘My letter to Riky’: YoungstaCPT decided to honour his fellow hip-hop colleague, Riky Rick, in song. Have a listen here…

‘Otis’ hitmakers Kanye West and Jay-Z have made history as the rappers with the most Grammy Awards. They are tied with 24 wins each.

‘Susan dumped Azwindini and started following her dreams’ was one of the comments about’Muvhango’ actress Maumela Mahuwa’s rapping video.

Hip-hop mogul Jay-Z is hip-hop’s highest-paid act of 2021, thanks to two major business deals. Take a look at who else made the list…

From producing two of South Africa’s biggest hip-hop hits to inspiring many, here is everything you need to know about DJ Citi Lyts.

The hip-hop fraternity is mourning the passing of DJ Citi Lyts, who was allegedly shot eight times on Monday morning 14 February in Soweto.

Dr Dre, Snoop Dogg, 50 Cent, Eminem, and Mary J Blige have all been praised for bringing the house down at the Super Bowl halftime show.

Trap R&B star Malachi explores relationships on his ‘Don’t Judge Me’ video The visuals also star ‘Gomora’ actor Ntobeko Sishi’. Take a look…

‘0/10′ for effort’: Mzansi music lovers were left unimpressed by DJ Ready D’s take on the popular ‘Ameno amapiano remix’.

Durban-born rapper LucasRaps is flying the country’s flag high, featuring on Snoop Dogg’s latest album, ‘Algorithm Global Edition’.

A-Reece fans have been eagerly awaiting the rapper’s new album…and the day has arrived! ‘BLUE TAPE’ is out and peeps are grooving…

‘I’ll make a house song before I make an amapiano song’: South African hip-hop star Nasty C says anyone who wants to feature him on amapiano should ‘kill’ that idea.

Skwatta Kamp group member Shugasmakx has shared that the award-winning group will be releasing a new album soon!

‘Stop trying to milk this topic’: Costa Titch hit back at Cassper Nyovest after the ‘Baby Girl’ rapper shaded him for performing an amapiano song.

‘In the song I said 100 B’s but it was really 65 000’: Grammy-nominated rapper Big Sean teamed up with star producer Hit-Boy on a new single titled ‘What A Life’. Watch the music video here!

‘Nasty C understood the assignment’: The ‘Zulu man with some Power’ teamed up with Canadian rapper Dax on a new single titled ’40 Days 40 nights’ and fans are impressed by his bars!

‘How you letting them sh*t on the culture like that?’ These are just some of the words a tweep had for heavyweight rapper Reason after BET’s ‘amapiano hip-hop’ cypher…

Women power: Mary J Blige teased on Instagram Live with rapper and producer D-Nice that her new album will be released in November.

Cassper Nyovest has left netizens laughing out loud after he said that his RF990 sneakers could maybe save the hip-hop scene in the same way they saved radio personality Anele Mdoda’s ankle!

Sipho ‘Hotstix’ Mabuse’s rapper son Biko Mabuse released the debut album of his group, 12 Dogs, just before joining his legendary father on stage at Ricoffy’s 50th birthday event last week.

HHP was an extraordinary rapper who was in a league of his own. His wife Lerato Sengadi honours his legacy with a surprise song release.

Lil Uzi Vert’s $24 million (R343 million) diamond was ripped off his forehead when he dove into a crowd at Rolling Loud in July.

Africa shines bright on Drake’s new album ‘Certified Lover Boy’. Tresor has a writing credit on the 16th track ‘Fountains’ featuring Tems.

Drake released his sixth studio album ‘Certified Lover Boy’ today with several A-list features including Jay-Z, Travis Scott and Yebba!

Rapper Belly says collaborating with Nas and The Weeknd was a dream come true. Their ‘Die For It’ music video is truly a showstopper.

Lil Nas X has lined up the likes of Elton John, Miley Cyrus and Megan Thee Stallion for his debut album ‘Montero’. Take a look at his impressive tracklist.

Just when we thought Kanye West was going to keep ‘Donda’ all to himself, the 27-track album has been officially released on Sunday 29 August.

Rap superstar Missy Elliot is known to dish up some solid life and career advice on her Twitter page. Take a look…

25 August marks 20 years since R&B singer Aaliyah’s death. At the time of her death, Aaliyah was well on her way to stardom.

Latoya Mwoombola is proving that you can be a frontline healthcare worker…and a rapper. When not in the hospital, she is Lioness!

AKA and Costa Titch’s collaboration ‘Super Soft’ is here, just in time for spring! Or is it the official song of the summer?

Kwesta has achieved a groundbreaking milestone on his chart-topping single ‘Ngiyaz’fela Ngawe’ featuring songstress Thabsie.

Female rapper Gigi Lamayne shares her thoughts on how far SA hip-hop has come over the years. She also opens up about ‘gatekeeping’ in the industry.

Hip-hop comes alive in Priddy Ugly’s new album release, ‘SOIL’. The South African rapper’s 10-track album certainly hits the mark with fans.

Alcohol has been quite scare since President Cyril Ramaphosa put a ban on the sale of liquor last month. One man who isn’t running short, is rapper Da L.E.S…

Reason is the latest rapper to hop onto the amapiano wagon and Cassper Nyovest is claiming the glory as the rapper who paved the way.

Gigi Lamayne rounds up Mzansi’s best for her new album, ‘Mermaids and Stuff’. She gets deep as she unpacks her goals for the album.

Artists pay tribute to the ‘clown prince of hip-hop’, Biz Markie, who lost his life at the age of 57 on Friday 16 July.

Nadia Nakai is ready for a boss move and is starting up her own label. Where does this leave her former boss Cassper Nyovest?

Ambush marketing: Tunez RSA seized an opportunity most artists wouldn’t think of. This rapper eagerly promoted his music on eNCA while looting took place.

Once upon a time, kwaito was one of South Africa’s biggest and hottest genres. The South African explores its roots, sounds and legacy.

The news of Vic Mensa starring in SA rapper ProKid’s upcoming biopic was met with much confusion. Fortunately there are more pieces to the puzzle.

Blxckie is South African hip-hop’s newest rising star. The Durban rapper is exceeding all expectations as his debut album, ‘B4Now’, continues to win fans over.

Hip-hop star Rick Ross insists on lighting a spliff and mowing his own grass at his sprawling Georgia mansion to save money.

DMX’s posthumous vocals are featured on the new track, ‘Been To War’, featuring Swizz Beatz and French Montana.

Rapper Drake has dropped three new songs on his ‘Scary Hours’ sequel as fans await the release of his studio album ‘Certified Lover Boy’. Watch the video for ‘What Next’ here.

Cardi B has announced that her brand-new single, ‘Up’, will drop this Friday. She also confessed that she has had her share of ups and downs lately.

Marvin Gaye tops the music mag’s list, but Lauryn Hill, Amy Winehouse and Beyoncé also feature. See where your faves place!

Rappers Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion go big, bold and raunchy with their collab ‘WAP’. This video shows their hip-hop credentials.

DJ Khaled has been consistently hyping his collaboration with Drake and now the news is out for when the duo will be dropping the tunes.

Much of the appeal of hiplet is seeing classically trained ballet dancers pirouette and then burst out into a sassy moonwalk or nae-nae.