Culture and community intersected at the MOSTRO Lab when the PUMA Mostro made a provocative appearance at the Castle of Good Hope in Cape Town last night, to celebrate the iconic silhouette. Named after the Italian word for monster, the sneaker debuted in 1999 and gained cult status with its bold, boundary-pushing design which expressed […]
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Amanda Black and Wandile Mbambeni Join Jazz Icon Kirk Whalum for Old Mutual Music in the Gardens
Prepare to be swept away by the smooth, soulful sounds of Grammy-winning jazz icon Kirk Whalum, who will headline the Old Mutual Music in the Gardens concert on Sunday, 18 May 2025 at the breathtaking Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden. Joining Whalum on stage are two of South Africa’s most compelling musical voices—Amanda Black and Wandile Mbambeni—bringing a rich blend of local […]
The Levi’s® Brand Expands the XL Family for the 2025 Spring/Summer Collection
For those who want to embrace bold silhouettes and effortless style, the Levi’s® brand XL Family delivers the ultimate expression of denim dressing. Building on the success of the XL Straight, first introduced in 2024, the 2025 Spring/Summer Collection expands the XL Family with dramatic, trend-forward fits designed to make a statement while maintaining versatility […]
Metro FM Awards 2025 Winners
The 2025 Metro FM Music Awards, held on May 3 at Mbombela Stadium in Mpumalanga, celebrated the best of South African music, highlighting both emerging talents and seasoned artists. The evening featured electrifying performances from Black Motion, Usimamane, Langa Mavuso, and K.O, leaving the audience in awe. Hosts Siyabonga Ngwekazi and LootLove dazzled the crowd, […]
Afro-Soul Artist uGugu Ndlovu, Expresses Heart-felt longing in New Debut Single “Buya”
Afro-soul singer-songwriter uGugu Ndlovu is tugging at the heartstrings of soul music lovers with the release of her debut single, “Buya” — a poignant expression of love, longing, and the pain of waiting for a love that never quite returns. Penned on paper and transformed into a soul-stirring anthem, “Buya” resonates deeply with anyone who […]
Rowlene Announces New EP ‘Moments After’ With The Release Of Second Single, “Don’t Give Up On Me”
Following the success of her previous single Breakaway, SAMA-nominated singer songwriter Rowlene returns with Don’t Give Up on Me—a deeply personal anthem and the second single from her newly announced EP, Moments After, set to arrive 30 May via ONErpm. Unfiltered and emotionally charged, Don’t Give Up on Me speaks to the quiet battles of trying to hold onto your […]
10 Epic Facts About ULTRA South Africa Ahead of Its 10th Anniversary Bash
This year, ULTRA South Africa is turning 10, and the countdown is officially ON! As the most iconic electronic music festival on the continent gears up for its milestone edition, fans can expect bigger beats, brighter lights, and more unforgettable moments than ever before. Set to take place on Friday, 9 May 2025 at The Ostrich in Cape […]
RICHI RICH collaborates with iamSlolo on banging new single Japan
True to his unending appetite for sonic and cultural exploration, South Africa’s RICHI RICH has collaborated with iamSlolo to release a banging new single to mark his new relationship with Netherlands-based The Good Times Co. Titled “Japan (Rage Version)”, the track delivers a hefty blast of sound – a raucous beat, loud yet mellow instrumentals, […]
Kane Keid Drops Powerful Debut EP ‘Not Famous’ Following Intimate Listening Session
Rising South African artist Kane Keid has officially released his debut EP Not Famous. The highly anticipated project follows an intimate listening session hosted last night at the Untitled Basement, where industry peers gathered to witness the unveiling of a raw, reflective, and deeply personal body of work. At just 21, Kane Keid has already carved a distinctive lane […]
KMass departs from Alex FM to YFM
After three remarkable years of service to the Alexander community through community broadcast media; Karabo also known as “KMASS” Masemola has finally reached the door to fulfilling her dream of heading into the prime time of radio broadcasting. The young, talented and creative KMASS is leaving Africa’s first ever community radio station, Alex FM, to join […]