Apple Music has announced Johannesburg-based, international award-winning DJ, producer, writer and cultural curator, Lelowhatsgood (real name Ntsikelelo Meslani) as the next Isgubhu cover star. “Being the Isgubhu cover star for May is not only an honour for me, it also shines a spotlight on the queer creative community that doesn’t always get recognition for their influence in culture and…
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Nomzamo Mbatha, Benny McCarthy, PJ Powers, Laduma Ngxokolo, Rich Mnisi, Musa Keys and more Stars celebrate 30 years of Freedom in SA with Apple Music
As South Africa celebrates 30 years of freedom this year Apple Music will be marking the occasion by paying homage to the excellence and resilience of South Africa’s people with the 30 Years Of Freedom campaign. Music played a vital role in South Africa’s liberation, and the campaign will shine a light on the songs and albums…
Apple Music’s Africa Now Radio with Nandi Madida this Friday with Mawhoo
Cover Star InterviewSouth African amapiano singer-songwriter MaWhoo joins Nandi Madida via FaceTime on Apple Music 1 to talk about her latest single, the Tycoon and Nkosazana Daughter collab, “Ukwamukela.” She also discusses her new EP, ‘The Sound of Magic,’ and how it became a form of therapy—and she reveals her biggest inspirations. The Big 5Nandi…
TitoM and Yuppe tell Apple Music What’s Next after the Runaway Success of “Tshwala Bam”
South African amapiano producers TitoM and Yuppe join Nandi Madida via FaceTime on Apple Music 1 to talk about their viral hit, “Tshwala Bam (feat. S.N.E & EeQue).” They also discuss their beginnings in music—and what they’ve got planned next. TitoM and Yuppe tell Apple Music What’s Next after the Runaway Success of “Tshwala Bam”…
Apple Music’s Africa Now Radio with Nandi Madida This Friday with Kweku Smoke
Ghanaian rap superstar Kweku Smoke joins Nandi Madida via FaceTime on Apple Music 1 to talk about his latest track, “Jah Guide.” He also discusses his new album, ‘Kweku Jesus,’ how it allowed him to tell more personal stories—and how he’s helped to grow hip-hop culture in Ghana. Kweku Smoke tells Apple Music about His…
Apple Music’s Africa Now Radio With Nandi Madida This Friday With Blaq Diamond
This Week’s Episode Features a Conversation With Blaq Diamond, the 5 Hottest Tracks of the Week, Africa Rising and Nandi Madida’s Favourite Track of the Week! Cover Star Interview South African Afropop duo Blaq Diamond joins Nandi Madida via FaceTime on Apple Music 1 to talk about their latest track, “Away.” They also discuss their new album,…
Apple Music’s Africa Now Radio With Nandi Madida This Friday With Kelvin Momo
Cover Star InterviewSouth African amapiano producer Kelvin Momo joins Nandi Madida via FaceTime on Apple Music 1 to talk about his latest track, the Babalwa M collab “Amalobolo (feat. Stixx & Nia Pearl).” He also discusses the meaning behind his album, ‘Kurhula,’ finding his creative lane, and how he creates music that resonates. The Big…
Africa Now Radio with Nandi Madida this Friday with YKB
Cover Star InterviewNigerian Afro-fusion star YKB joins Nandi Madida via FaceTime on Apple Music 1 to talk about his latest track, ”high and sober.” He also discusses his new deluxe EP, ‘YUSFUL MUSIC (RELOADED),’ his creative process, and working with super producer and artist, Pheelz. The Big 5Nandi Madida shares the 5 hottest new African…
Spotify Timeline: Tracking Tyla’s Water from the streets of Johannesburg to global domination
Tyla is the first winner of the newly created Grammy Awards Best African Music Performance category, celebrating the best of African music. Water, which is Tyla’s entrance into the global music scene, took home the award at the 66th edition beating out Burna Boy, Davido, Ayra Starr, Musa Keys, among others. Cozy beginnings Tyla’s Water journey with Spotify started in July…
Africa Now Radio with Nandi Madida this Friday with Priddy Ugly
South African hip-hop star Priddy Ugly joins Nandi Madida via FaceTime on Apple Music 1 to talk about his latest track, the K.Keed & Blxckie collab, “Mosha.” He also discusses his new album, ‘DUST,’ how he manages life in the public eye, and building a life outside of music. Priddy Ugly tells Apple Music about…
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