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MyDir

African Electronic Music

Awkening EP

Review. MyDir Springtime Vibes WeAreiDyll Records have become synonymous for their soulful house cuts infused with African flavour. The 41st release in their catalogue is no different. MYDIR brings the perfect vibe for springtime with this latest release. MYDIR has made a name for himself through his emotively driven productions, releasing with Bosom, INNU Records and Diesis Records. Garnering support along the way from Eelke Kleijn, Hanna Hais, Robin M and Tony Humphries. This EP is a metaphor for the […]

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The legendary Black Coffee

African Electronic Music

Black Coffee Makes History Once More

In The Garden Dreams Do Come True Today, renowned South African artist DJ Black Coffee, also known as Nkosinathi Maphumulo turned to social media to unveil his latest significant historic revelation. He thrilled fans with the exciting news that he will be gracing the world's best known coliseum, the legendary Madison Square Garden, one of the globes most iconic venues.  Accompanied by a 12-piece ensemble  he is set to captivate when he takes the same stage as music legends like […]

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Afro House

The Electronic Pansula Mr Joe Goes To LaLa Land

Ready For Miami 2023 Let's Get Percolating The Electronic Pansula aka South African producer Mr Joe is excited about his forthcoming inclusion on Chicago legend Green Velvet's Lala Land compilation for Relief Records.    A true stalwart figure in both the house and techno scene, the Chicago producer who continually creates legendary memories opened a 2022 mix of his with Mr Joe's Throne, and a connection was made. In time for Miami's Ultra Music Festival Mr Joe's contributions to the compilation are Ghost […]

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Amapiano

Big Flexa Star Costa Titch Tragedy

more than an artist Rapper, dancer, choreographer, producer, and performer The weekend brought the tragic news of the passing of Constantinos Tsobanoglou aka Costa Titch, a well-known South African artist.  He passed away after collapsing on stage at the height of his festival performance.  Although he was young - just 28 years old - he lost consciousness and had to be helped by emergency personnel. Despite coming back to consciousness after a brief period, he quickly collapsed again for a second […]

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Afrohouse

Black Coffee’s Historic Debut

Dreams Do Come True NYC Get Ready... Announcing what has to be one of the biggest shows of his career; South African megastar Black Coffee took to Twitter to share that the NY leg of his upcoming tour would stop at Madison Square Gardens, making him the first South African artist to headline at the iconic venue. The eagerly awaited October show, Black Coffee's largest US show to date, will feature a 360 stage, surprise guests and a 12-piece orchestra. […]

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African Electronic Music

Zakes Bantwini scoops Grammy win At 65th Award

South African stars celebrate win Zakes Bantwini, Wouter Kellerman and Nomcebo Zikode Zakes Bantwini, Wouter Kellerman and Nomcebo Zikode win in the Best Global Performance category at 65th annual Grammy award ceremony. Nomecebo, best known as the vocalist on worldwide hit Jeruselema and flautist composer Kellerman took home the award for on Sunday for their hit Bayethe. The three South African artists beat out stars such as Burna Boy and Eddy Kenzo for the win in their category.   Osama vocalist […]

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Amapiano

Champagne Papi Plays Amapiano

Amapiano Makes Drakes New Album Is Cassper Nyovest Right Speculation is rife as to whether Drake will be dropping an Amapiano track in the near future.  Fanning the flames Casper Nyovest took to Twitter after Champagne Papi dropped his Boohle collaboration Siyathandana to roars from the crowd in NYC. Casper extolled that there would be an Amapiano release from Drake this year stating '... he got a few Mapiano records on his album.  Hopefully, they make the album and I […]

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Morda

African Electronic Music

Former Black Motion Member In Court

Oh Morda... Alleged Forced Entry Late last December South African tabloid Sunday World, reported that Spirit Motion owner, Moses Nkia Mokgoko, opened a case against former Black Motion member Morda.  At the time Morda's legal representative stated that it didn't make sense to allege Morda forced entry into his own home. A court order dated January 10th between the two parties states that the 'respondent is to restore possession of the studio apparatus to the applicant by no later than  […]

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