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C tutor J's Conscious Journey through Hip Hop

Stage name: C tutor J Profession: Multi-discipline Artist primarily Emcee / Rapper and Radio Drama Actor Genre: HIP HOP  Age group: 30s Location: Sada, Eastern Cape  Stable/Label: BANG Entertainment (Co-Owned)  I got to hear Sibusiso Molefe first time earlier this year on Tru FMs "The Urban Exchange" hosted by Yahkeem on June 16 (Youth Day) and what he spoke as well as the music grabbed my ear. Even remember something he said that has stuck with me, that links up with his name. I figured maybe it was just what the day commemorated that got him talking this way, but I went on to download some of his music and I realized it was all real, no gimmicks. There's something refreshing about his Music and his take on a lot of things. And me, I like artists who are more than just music talk,so we got to talking. Please break down your name for me: The C is for Conscious (Hip / Aware) and the J for Journey (Hop / Move) and I use the Element of Emceein to teach ...

KeaNcube: Living Radio,Loving Food and Learning TV

She is a bubbly bold bubble of fun,spice and a lil bit of nice, and She owns who she is very much. Kea Ncube not only has loved radio from early on, but she does it with immaculate easiness.  She's recently joined corporate radio, after having been with commercial stations TransAfricaRadio and North West FM respectively. Besides loving being behind the mic,she also loves food. Having graduated from the Hospitality industry,  she offers small to medium sized catering packages.  Kea believes in putting in the necessary work towards achieving the things you want and believe you are destined for,and she did that recently when she entered a TV presenter search competition. Though she didn't make the cut,it is a great start to pursuing one of her passions. Watch here: @KeaNcube So, what's on the mind of a radio host/DJ ,Food lover and aspiring TV presenter ? Read below: You’ve recently left TransAfrica Radio, what was the reasoning behind it and what was the plan ...

Mzansi Kwaito and House Music Awards Preserves the Culture

The “Mzansi Kwaito and House Music Awards” are something special for artists who of late seems to be overlooked. They are specific and niche for a reason. In an industry where genres come and go, gets toppled over by another or just fades out,the #MKHMA Team wants and aims to keep these genres alive,relevant,current and trending,if not always but at least for the most part of each year. The 4th annual Mzansi Kwaito and House Music Awards nominations for 2019 are currently open and will close on the 31st of July 2019. Nominations to be submitted for the award show that is set to take place on the 30th of November at the lavish Big Top Arena is set to return to Carnival City for the second time in a row. The awards were previously hosted successfully in Soweto but have had to move to accommodate their growing audience who enjoy experiencing the nostalgia brought on by MKHMA. The nomination announcement is set to take place on the 30th of August, at Zone 6 venue in Soweto. We spoke...

Happy Fathers Day Rap Dads

Hip Hop has a lot of Fathers who celebrated their special day. They own up and do not shy away from the role. Even with the time needing to be set for fatherly toles,the work still needs to be put out. This is what some of our Rap Dads have been up to recently. When he's not a judge on #TheVoiceSA , or putting out music and legendary live performances, Ricky Rick is putting emerging talent on. He's recently partnered with Remy Martin SA for a competition for producers Producers are urged to submit thier mist fresh and best deal for a chance to work with the rapper. Details on the image below.  Go on this link to enter:  - https://remyproducers.co.za/submit/ Yahkeem Mastabilda is oneof PE''s proud Hip Hop ambassadors. An award winning rapper, events curator and Radio DJ.  Hes got miles in the industry and continues to impart his knowledge and passion with those willling to hear him out. You can catch him Saturdays on Tru FM, doing the #UrbanE...

#STGenNext 2019 Winners as voted for by some SA Youth

The 2019 Sunday Times "Generation Next Brand" Award took place at the Sandton Convention Centre on the 13th of June 2019. If you've never heard of the #GenNext Awards- They have been going on for over 10 years now and they are presented by Sunday Times under Tiso Blackstar. The awards are voted for by some SA youths and they recognize the coolest brands in South Africa in all industries such as food, tech, motoring,entertainment and more. The survey with which the awards were based on, were conducted by HDI Youth Consultancy, which polled more than 7 000 South African youths between the ages of eight and 23 on what they find on-trend and aspirational.            Nike and Metro FM are some of the longest tittle holders in their respective fields. 14 new categories were introduced this year, including Coolest Online Fashion Store (Superbalist), Coolest Campaign Targeted at Youth (LoveLife), Coolest Food Delivery App (Mr D Food), Coolest Entertainment...

The Trail blazing Mawisa

It seems Ofentse "Mawisa" Mathope is finally on his way to getting his dues. The Mabopane born and bred entertainer has always been about the industry. He's earned some stripes, learned some lessons and paid his dues and now he's going for the bag. He started out in the Mohawks era and dawned the most colourful ones. It was somewhat a trademark hairdo of his at that time. Fast forward to today, he's doing amazing things. We caught up with the Radio/TV presenter/ Event MC/Gay Activist and Influencer, to find out about his journey and all it's challenges and beauty. What do you remember wanting to be while growing up? Lol. l I'm glad you asked this question hey. Well, when we were young we used to imitate the likes of Queen Moroka (from  Generations) and Kimora Lee Simmons. I always wanted to be within the media industry. Little did I know I'm planting a seed. Right now, what is it that's making you happy? My relationship with God. How m...

Nthabiseng Motsepe walking her way to the Top

In an industry where not only your beauty but your uniqueness too is appreciated, Nthaby seems to be in the right field. Nthabiseng Motsepe is gorgeous. She is a versatile model and a deceased estate administrator at FDP Administration Services. She was born & bred in Ga-Rankuwa, north of Pretoria. She is one unstoppable lady on a beautiful and glamorous mission. She only started actively pursuing modeling back in 2010 during the World cup season She says this is because people she bumped into always told her she should consider Runway Modeling because of her striking looks and extraordinary height. Nthabi is currently signed with G3 models under talents and works as a freelance model. She's about to hit the 10 year mark and with all she's done, learned and achieved, she is not close to being done. She says the journey has been all sorts of challenging, interesting and humbling. She urges to those that are like her who would like to get in the industry, that self b...