If You Like Kabza De Small, You’ll Want To Hear These Artists
Widely recognised as one of the leading figures in South African amapiano, Kabza De Small has played an important role in taking the genre from its local beginnings to a much wider audience. Born Kabelo Petrus Motha in eMalahleni, Mpumalanga, in 1992, he grew up in Pretoria and began his journey as
AFROTRAX Release Radar: Teddy Tumi
Want to get familiar with the artists performing at AFROTRAX? We’ve curated a Spotify playlist featuring music from across the lineup, giving you the perfect opportunity to discover new tracks, revisit your favourites and get ready for the December festivities. With AFROTRAX approaching on 4 Decem
Countdown to AFROTRAX: Artist Spotlight – KANE DJ
KANE (DJ) joins the AFROTRAX lineup at Cape Town’s The Ostrich Farm on 4 December 2026. The Cape Town-based DJ, model and curator has built his reputation through a distinctive blend of old-school and contemporary hip-hop, R&B and amapiano. Known for reworking familiar tracks with modern s
AFROTRAX RELEASE RADAR: JAIRIC
Curious about the artists lighting up AFROTRAX? Dive into our handpicked Spotify playlist, packed with tracks from the full lineup. Discover fresh sounds, rediscover your favourites, and set the mood for an unforgettable December celebration. With AFROTRAX approaching on 4 December, we’re turning
If You Like Cassper Nyovest, You’ll Want To Hear These Artists
From his early days in the South African hip-hop scene to becoming one of the country’s most recognisable music artists, Cassper Nyovest has built a career around ambitious records, memorable hooks and a sound that continues to evolve. Born Refiloe Maele Phoolo in Mahikeng, North West, in 1990, he
Countdown to Afrotrax: Artist Spotlight – 25K
25K (born Lehlohonolo Molefe in Atteridgeville) joins the AFROTRAX lineup at Cape Town’s The Ostrich Farm on 4 December 2026. Known as 25K the Plug, the trap artist blends sharp lyricism, street storytelling, and trap production rooted in his Pheli upbringing. 25K began building his music care
If You Like B.o.B, You’ll Want To Hear These Artists
Born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina in 1988 and raised in Decatur, Georgia, Bobby Ray Simmons Jr. immersed himself in music from an early age, playing trumpet throughout his school years. As a teenager, he began producing and selling beats, steadily cultivating a local following. His early momentu
AFROTRAX Release Radar: Nasty C
Want to get familiar with the artists performing at AFROTRAX? We’ve curated a Spotify playlist featuring music from across the lineup, giving you the perfect opportunity to discover new tracks, revisit your favourites and get ready for the December festivities. With AFROTRAX approaching on 4 Decem
Countdown to Afrotrax: Artist Spotlight – Teddy Tumi
Teddy Tumi joins the AFROTRAX lineup at The Canvas in Johannesburg on 5 December 2026, bringing his genre-spanning approach to DJing to a festival headlined by French Montana. Born Tumi Blake Sithebe, the Johannesburg-based DJ, content curator and music producer has built his sound around the seamle
AFROTRAX Release Radar: Blxckie
Photo Credit: Blxckie / Instagram Want to get familiar with the artists performing at AFROTRAX? We’ve curated a Spotify playlist featuring music from across the lineup, giving you the perfect opportunity to discover new tracks, revisit your favourites and get ready for the December festivities. Wi
