South Africa producer and DJ Sun-El Musician and song catcher and vocalist Msaki are real-life and musical “best friends”, having created a history of memorable collaborations such as ‘Ubomi Abumanga’, ‘Kuja Utanipata’, and Best Friend. The formidable force has reunited once again with their new single ‘Amandla’, which showcases Msaki’s poignant, ever-relevant and poetic lyrics and unmistakable…
The Rise, Transformation, and Future of Amapiano briefly explained. Amapiano has grown into one of South Africa’s most popular sounds, blending unique beats and rhythms that continue to capture audiences locally and globally, while some question its future and how the genre might be dying, let’s delve into the factors that cause that & what…
Part of what made the late Michael Jackson the “King of Pop” was his iconic looks and dance moves. Celebrating this, Japanese label A Bathing Ape (BAPE) has assembled a collaborative capsule that commemorates his legacy. Leading the range, a red and yellow varsity jacket replicates the one spotted in the original music video for…
Sports company PUMA and music artist, creative, and designer A$AP Rocky have officially announced a long-term creative partnership. Rooted in the motorsport business, A$AP Rocky will serve as the Creative Director for the category with a focus on the intersection of the sport and streetwear. Rocky will focus his energy and efforts on PUMA’s new…
Thabiso Mofokeng, widely recognized as TTZ DJ, is making waves in the music industry with his latest Amapiano release, “Ngikhathele.” This piano-infused track is poised to captivate audiences both locally and abroad by featuring an ensemble of talented artists, including Marikana, along with T-Man SA and TPO. Thabiso Mofokeng, better known as TTZ, is a…
Vancouver-based outdoor company Arc’teryx has officially won a temporary injunction that temporarily bars adidas from using the TERREX on a Kitsilano, BC store. In yet another David vs. Goliath trademark infringement battle, the judge sides with the Canadian outerwear company. Arc’teryx’s parent company Amer Sports Canada, recently filed a lawsuit against the German sportswear brand…
Since its launch in 1960, Dr. Martens has pushed the boundaries of traditional design. Its genre-defying footwear has graced trend-setters’ feet far and wide, looking to start a new chapter with its “Made Strong” campaign. Dr. Martens honors the 1460 boot by enlisting 14 international creatives to capture its significance. The diverse cast includes Nigerian…
Earlier this week sports company PUMA and music artist, creative, and designer A$AP Rocky officially announced their long-term creative partnership that is rooted in the motorsport business… Its been announced that A$AP Rocky will now be serving as the Creative Director for the PUMA x F1 partnership with a focus on the intersection of the…
Season four of SA’s favourite festive season TV special, The Festive Get-Together in The Life Artois, proved to be a big hit with viewers on Mzansi Magic in November & December, and if you missed it, the good news is that the show will be repeated on Mzansi Wethu in January 2024. Hosted by Unathi…
SA Hip Hop 247 Scumie blasts onto the scene, blazing a trail with a steady stream of music like a sonic firehose. Flooding the streets with tunes is an old trick, but it works wonders for fresh faces, and Scumie’s got the formula dialed in. Her latest offering, the single pack “DRACO,” is a potent…