As African music continues to gain international traction, digital platforms focused on regional genres are attracting ...

CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — South African singer Zahara, who rose from an impoverished rural background to find rapid fame with multi-platinum selling albums and delivered her unique version of ...

Kumalo made a radical change in his bass technique during a tour of South Africa – before he ever played a note with Paul ...

Six-time Grammy nominee Tamia will perform in South Africa this August, bringing back memories of her classic R&B hits.

South Africa is celebrating 30 years since apartheid ended and Nelson Mandela became the nation’s first Black president. In the U.S., a South African musical group is spreading Mandela’s message of ...

Amapiano is a soulful mix of grooves, sonic textures and moods that can be by turns hectic, smooth, melodic or simply enchanting. It is also defined by its unique percussive bass. Breaks within songs ...

Nasty C’s music often explores themes of identity, social commentary, and personal growth, showcasing his storytelling ability and poetic flow. He continues to push the boundaries of South African hip ...

Tyla's mission is clear. She's setting out to change the geography of pop stardom. "It's something I feel like the industry is lacking," the singer declares. "An African pop star." Fresh off a year of ...

It has been a stellar decade for a new generation of compelling female musical performers from all over the world. The likes of SZA, Solange, Billie Eilish, Arlo Parks, Rosalía, Laufey, Raye, Lola ...

Creating connections. South African music : The lion sleeps tonight ; Twentieth-century political history ; Twentieth-century entertainment history : live and mediated ; Graceland (1986) : world music ...

Protest songs have always been a major part of music, rock and roll in particular. Over the years, certain rock songs have ...

The MetroFM Music Awards 2026 took place at the Durban ICC on Saturday, 25 April, with Ciza named Best Male Artist and Shandesh crowned Best Female Artist. The ceremony also marked 40 years of Metro ...