Tag: South African Artists

  • South African Soul Amapiano Artist De’Max Releases New Single “Push It”

    South African Soul Amapiano Artist De’Max Releases New Single “Push It”

    South African Soul Amapiano artist and producer De’Max has released a new single titled “Push It”, a track that combines deep Amapiano log drums, Afrobeats-inspired rhythms, and vocal delivery focused on motivation and persistence.

    The song is built around a simple message: stop waiting for the right moment and act. Across its verses and hook, De’Max uses direct lines such as “Nothing moves if you don’t” and “Push it when it’s heavy, push it when it’s hard” to reinforce the theme of forward movement and self-drive.

    Positioned between club energy and reflective songwriting, “Push It” aims to work both as a dancefloor track and a motivational record. It leans on Amapiano’s percussive foundation while layering emotional vocals that speak to hesitation, fear of failure, and delayed ambition.

    Speaking about the release, De’Max shared:

    “I made ‘Push It’ for every person sitting on a dream, waiting for a sign. The sign is the song. Move.”

    De’Max is based in Lydenburg, Mpumalanga and describes his sound as “Soul Amapiano” a style that blends Amapiano’s log drum-driven production with Afrobeats influences and melodic elements.

    “Push It” by De’Max is out now on all streaming platforms.

  • South African Artists Momo Nas and Nomvula Sa  Collaborate on Afro House Single “ABAKHO”

    South African Artists Momo Nas and Nomvula Sa  Collaborate on Afro House Single “ABAKHO”

    South African DJ Momo Nas has released a new  Afro House single featuring the vocals of singer, Nomvula SA. 

    The track, “Abakho”, blends Afro Soul and Afro rhythms, taking listeners on a spiritual musical journey filled with warm percussion and a melodic groove that speaks directly to the soul.

    “ABAKHO” by DJ Momo and Nomvula SA is out now on all streaming platforms.

  • Nigerian Artist Olamzzy and South African Artist Mfanakahghogho Release  “Hello” off their Joint EP ‘Lagos 2 Jozi’

    Nigerian Artist Olamzzy and South African Artist Mfanakahghogho Release  “Hello” off their Joint EP ‘Lagos 2 Jozi’

    Rising artists Olamzzy and Mfanakahghogho have released their collaborative EP Lagos 2 Jozi. The album is cross-cultural journey that connects the vibrant energy of Lagos with the soulful rhythm of Johannesburg. 

    Lagos 2 Jozi opens with “Hello” featuring MelloCue which sets the tone with hypnotic basslines and warm Amapiano textures.

    Other tracks on the EP are “Ecko”, “Grass 2 Grace”, “Pull Up”, “Crazy”, “South Africa”, “Shakebody” and “Enjoy”

    Lagos 2 Jozi is now available on all major streaming platforms.

  • South African Band Kings X Priests Release ‘Sunset Sermon’ (Deluxe): A House Music Album Rooted in Faith

    South African Band Kings X Priests Release ‘Sunset Sermon’ (Deluxe): A House Music Album Rooted in Faith

    Kings X Priests have unveiled Sunset Sermon (Deluxe), an immersive body of work that blends soulful house music with themes of faith, spirituality, and praise. 

    The deluxe album features 20 tracks that expand on the group’s now-signature sound: spiritual house music designed for both reflection and the dance floor.

    Speaking on the vision behind the project, Dr Chad Mathinussen, founder of the Kings X Priests movement, explains:

    “Sunset Sermon was never meant to be just an album. It’s a movement, a sound that creates space for people to encounter God in places they may not traditionally expect on the dance floor, at sunset, in moments of joy and surrender. House music has always been spiritual at its core, and this project is about reclaiming that truth.”

    Dr Mathinussen adds that the deluxe edition was intentionally expanded to deepen the listener’s experience:

    “The deluxe version allowed us to tell the full story, from praise and prayer to struggle, restoration, and victory. Every track is intentional. Whether someone is dancing, driving, or praying, this music meets them where they are.”

    The project has already begun resonating beyond music circles. South African rugby icons Siya Kolisi and Vincent Tshituka sparked widespread attention after Kolisi shared the Kings X Priests song “Come Again” on Instagram. Olympic champion Wayde van Niekerk has also publicly shown support for the album,

    Sunset Sermon (Deluxe) by Kings X Priests is  out now on all platforms. 

  • UK Producer Shia and South African Artist Steve Musiq Collaborate on House Music Single “Inkunzi”

    UK Producer Shia and South African Artist Steve Musiq Collaborate on House Music Single “Inkunzi”

    “Inkunzi” is an Afro House collaboration between UK producer Shia and South African artist Steve Musiq. 

    The title means bull in Zulu, reflecting the track’s forward momentum and strength. 

    Inspired by artists like Black Coffee, Shimza and Themba. “Inkunzi” is driven by rolling percussion, a heavy low end and a steady, hypnotic groove built for club and festival settings. 

    “Inkunzi” by  Shia and Steve Musiq out now 

  • Tyla’s “Chanel” Debuts at Number 94 on the Billboard Hot 100

    Tyla’s “Chanel” Debuts at Number 94 on the Billboard Hot 100

    Tyla’s latest single “Chanel” has debuted at number 94 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking her third entry on the chart.

    Her previous entries include Water which peaked at number 7 and Push 2 Start at number 88.

    “Chanel” was released in October this year and climbed to the top of Bubbling Billboard Under Hot 100 and quickly gained 100 million streams on Spotify, becoming one of the fastest Afrobeats songs ever to do so. 

    The South African artist is the fourth most successful Afrobeats artist on the Billboard Hot 100 after Burna Boy, Tems and Wizkid.

  • American DJ MixMason Collaborates with Nigerian Artist Jomanie and South African Artist Tyron Woods on Amapiano Single “Destiny”

    American DJ MixMason Collaborates with Nigerian Artist Jomanie and South African Artist Tyron Woods on Amapiano Single “Destiny”

    American DJ and producer MixMason brought together Jomanie (Lagos, Nigeria) and Tyron Woods (Johannesburg, South Africa) for his new single “Destiny”

    Blending influences from Amapiano, Afrotronica, and deep melodic house, the track is intimate, uplifting, and deeply human. 

    Stream “Destiny” by MixMason, Jomanie and Tyron Woods

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  • South African Praise Singer Savino Shares Motivational Single “Man of Honour”

    South African Praise Singer Savino Shares Motivational Single “Man of Honour”

    South African praise singer, Savino returns with a new motivational single “Man of Honour”

    Alfred Mahlangu, Savino is also a producer, a poet and a writer.

    Follow “Man of Honour” by Savino

  • South African Artist Kings x Priests Shares “Born Again” off Afrobeats Album ‘Crown & Altar’

    South African Artist Kings x Priests Shares “Born Again” off Afrobeats Album ‘Crown & Altar’

    With Crown & Altar, South African doctor, entrepreneur, and creative visionary Dr. Chad Marthinussen opens a new chapter in his passion project, Kings x Priests.

    Where earlier works carried the driving energy of Afro-house and Amapiano, this record slows down. It breathes. It lingers. Built on Afrobeats, chill-wave textures, and intimate African rhythms, Crown & Altar still carries the pulse of the dancefloor — but with a gentler power, an energy that uplifts, heals, and praises.

    “Born Again” the lead track on the album Crown and Altar is an  intimate Afro beats /Fusion / chill wave project with a core theme of spirituality.

    Stream Crown & Altar by Kings X Priests

  • South African Artist Medskolar Shares Burna Boy-Inspired Afrobeats/Hip Hop Single “Motion”

    South African Artist Medskolar Shares Burna Boy-Inspired Afrobeats/Hip Hop Single “Motion”

    South African artist Medskolar has released a new single “Motion” is a soulful blend of Hip Hop, Afrofusion, and R&B that captures the energy of resilience, love, and forward momentum. 

    Medskolar’s storytelling style fuses sharp lyricism with melodic rhythms, creating a track that speaks to both personal growth and universal connection. 

    “Motion” is more than a song; it’s an anthem for those pushing through challenges and chasing their own rhythm in life,” says Medskolar.

    Inspired by the likes of Burna Boy, J. Cole, and Tems. Medskolar is an emerging voice redefining Afro-inspired hip hop — bold, reflective, and emotionally charged. 

    Stream “Motion” by Medskolar

    Follow Medskolar on Instagram, Facebook and Deezer