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Ras releases his new mixtape called "The 5th Voice"
OUT NOW EXCLUSIVELY ON AUDIOMACK 💎🔥 A FREE NON - PROFIT MIXTAPE (AVAILABLE FOR FREE DOWNLOAD & FREE STREAMING! THIS TAPE IS LOADED WITH 5 SONGS, EACH TELLING A STORY ABOUT MY LIFE, MY VULNERABILITIES, TRIUMPHS & SUCCESSES 🎖️ EVERY SONG IS SOMEONE'S STORY SOMEWHERE OUT THERE...WHICH ONE'S YOURS?? ❤️ 🎶: ALL TRACKS EXCLUSIVELY PRODUCED BY THE GENIUS @_bvtman 🏆 🎨: COVER ART BY THE FOREVER TALENTED @the_ism17 🎚️: SONICS MIXED & MASTERED BY THE AMAZING @1sowetotshepiso 🤝�
Kabelo Gabashane
Jan 211 min read


The Ghetto Chronicles EP
Lyrical Sickness is a hip-hop artist and producer from Johannesburg, South Africa , celebrated for his raw and introspective lyrical approach. He is affiliated with the independent label DNA Sons & Daughters Ent. Background and Music Hometown: Born in Soweto, raised in Tembisa, and deeply connected to Orlando West. Musical Style: Described as having "Raw, Unforgiving, and sick skills" in his mixtape materials, he frequently draws from personal experiences, offering a matur
Kabelo Gabashane
Jan 91 min read


JOHN NA$H - SONGS THAT ELEVATE PEOPLE
#step Originating from Beastrand Vosloorus, John Na$h is a top-tier emcee representing Vosloo Frontline, a leading Hip Hop movement in the indie scene. He is a visual artist and has directed numerous music videos for himself and other artists. He maintains an active presence on social media platforms. He has performed on various stages including Tuff Jam Indie Riot, Tswyza's Hip Hop Festival, The Blueprint Of Consciousness, and Dark City Sessions. He has been featured on the
Kabelo Gabashane
Dec 19, 20253 min read


Mirus Umnumzane Usibiya / Strange Days Mixtape
Mirus Umnumzane Usibiya is a South African musical artist , likely specializing in the hip-hop/rap genre, recognized for tracks such as " Kule Rap " and albums like " The Leftovers Tape ." His music is available on platforms including SoundCloud and Audiomack, frequently featuring beats from producers like HalaalBeats and sometimes collaborating with artists such as Mighty Strangers . Key Information: Name: Mirus Umnumzane Usibiya (occasionally stylized as Mirus uMnumzane u
Kabelo Gabashane
Dec 11, 20251 min read


Indie Riot Season 3
Featured artist: John Na$h (pronounced Nash) John Na$h (pronounced Nash) is a dynamic South African rapper, artist, and director from Vosloorus . Known for his raw storytelling in the underground hip-hop scene, he is distinct from mathematician John Nash. He creates music focused on consciousness and self-love, like his project BEYOUTIFUL , shares his work on platforms such as SoundCloud , and collaborates on tracks like "Games". Key Details: Who He Is: A versatile artist i
Kabelo Gabashane
Dec 8, 20251 min read


Sun Xa Experiment live at Back To The City Festival 2025
Photos taken by GAS Photographic The "Sun Xa Experiment" describes the musical and cultural journey of the South African band Sun Xa Experiment, renowned for their "ancestral avant-garde free music" . Their live performances offer a spiritual, trance-like experience that merges ancestral energy with a blend of traditional African rhythms, jazz, rock, and psychedelic soundscapes, utilizing languages such as IsiZulu , Sesotho , and English . This results in a healing and immers
Kabelo Gabashane
Oct 14, 20252 min read


GRAMMY AWARD WINNING ARTIST LUPE FIASCO SHUT DOWN BACK TO THE CITY FESTIVAL 2025 WITH A STELLAR AND LEGENDARY PERFORMANCE
ONE OF THE BEST TO EVER DO IT IN HIP HOP Photos taken by GAS Photographic ## Lupe Fiasco's Masterclass in Lyricism at Back to the City 2025 Lupe Fiasco’s performance at Back to the City 2025 was nothing short of a true masterclass in the art of hip hop, underscoring the enduring truth that lyricism remains supreme when delivered with genuine conviction and passion. As he stepped onto the Newtown stage, he exuded a calm assurance that immediately commanded the attention of th
Kabelo Gabashane
Oct 14, 20252 min read


BACK TO THE CITY FESTIVAL 2025 -
Johannesburg's Newtown was bustling as the streets filled with festival-goers from around the country and the world. On Saturday, the city thrived with business activity and job creation, all thanks to the influence of Hip Hop culture. Let's revisit the events of "Moria Wa Hip Hop," as it's known by the locals. Photos by Gas Photographic For 19 years, the "Back to the City Festival" has been the unrivaled highlight of African hip-hop, justifying its reputation as "The Biggest
Kabelo Gabashane
Oct 14, 20252 min read


Please vote for Miz Ricks ✊🏾 in French Montana’s All The Way Up Here,
RadiantChild,a note, a song,words,lights camera action my kind of everyday treasures. Greetings , please vote for Miz Ricks ✊🏾 in French Montana’s All The Way Up Here, every vote brings her closer to the $30,000 grand prize. It only takes a moment to vote: https://orbiiit.com/contestants/67a1455b-fa15-43eb-93bd-64b60b19a7e7 Your vote supports a bold SA artist chasing a life-changing moment. Please share with family and friends to amplify the impact. Let’s lift SA voices and
Kabelo Gabashane
Oct 13, 20251 min read


COVER STORY: M1NU5 - MARGA MIXTAPE RELEASE
M1NU5 - MARGA MIXTAPE DROPPING 30/09/2025 Our writer Kriss Anti-B had a chat with one of Beastrand's finest rappers M1NU5 to discuss...
Kabelo Gabashane
Sep 29, 20252 min read


COVER STORY: ITHONGO EXPERIENCE
A Poetic Recollection Of Ancestral Dreams, Being Awake During An Outta Body Experience. shaman_chant Shaman Chant: A Multifaceted...
Kabelo Gabashane
Sep 12, 20251 min read


Lyrical Session Movement Presents Kunye Kubili
DAY 1 - SEPTEMBER 27 We got live Performances, Live DEEJAYS, FREESTYLE BATTLES, CYPHERS AND BEATS... STRINGFELLAS CLUB IN SOUTH BEACH...
Kabelo Gabashane
Sep 12, 20251 min read


Tuff Jam Entertainment has released a new mixtape Kriss Anti-B Presents Mzansi Real Hip Hop Vol 1
South African Hip Hop brand Tuff Jam Entertainment continues to fight for underground Hip Hop to have representation in the mass market....
Kabelo Gabashane
Sep 8, 20251 min read


Grammy Award winning artist Lupe Fiasco will be performing at Back To The City Festival 2025
Celebrating 19 years of hip-hop excellence and 30 years of Freedom, the Hennessy Back to the City Festival is back and bigger than ever!...
Kabelo Gabashane
Sep 7, 20251 min read


Heritage Day Poetry Night Featuring Torsten Clear Rybka
Poet, mentor, award winner, director of Speaking From Experience, 2018 WNS poet of the year, MC, Torsten Clear Rybka will be serving the...
Kabelo Gabashane
Sep 7, 20251 min read


OPEN BOOK FESTIVAL - AFRICAN COSMOLOGIES AS A WORLD OF MAGNITUDE
Open Book Festival: African Cosmologies as a World of Magnitude The Open Book Festival is an annual event that celebrates literature,...
Kabelo Gabashane
Sep 7, 20251 min read


Journey Kwantu (the book) is now available at Exclusive Books store.
About Vusumuzi "Vus" Ngxande Vusumuzi "Vus" Ngxande is a South African multidisciplinary creative known for his contributions as a writer...
Kabelo Gabashane
Sep 7, 20251 min read


DESE SUSTAINABLE FASHION HUB OFICIALLY OPENING 29 NOV 2025
Culture curator, event host and visionary Hector Xquizit Mgiba is officially launching the DESE Store at Victoria Yards on 29 Nov 2025....
Kabelo Gabashane
Sep 7, 20251 min read


Empowering Urban Youth Through Creativity and Music
In today’s fast-paced world, urban youth face a myriad of challenges that can sometimes hinder their personal and creative growth....
Kabelo Gabashane
Oct 7, 20241 min read


Internationally acclaimed rapper and producer duo Kriss Anti B and Hoodini release their new EP titled Supreme Grimey Fly Shit 2. It is raw Hip Hop reminiscent of the 1990s Boom Bap Hip Hop era.
South Africa is experiencing a cultural renaissance like never before, with a vibrant urban culture scene that is electrifying the...
Kabelo Gabashane
Oct 7, 20241 min read
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