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" Move in silence only speak when it's checkmate." @artsketcher So a day ago PdotO asked, "which artist would you like me to collaborate with in 2020" everyone pulled in and threw names. before that he alluded to "a few projects coming this 2020" and had been mentioned that an album us dropping. but we didn't know that, today(24 January 2020) would be the day. COLD WATERS  is the album and PdotO just dropped a message with a link to the album. No date was ever mentioned prior that. No pre orders, no promo,no hype no buzz I'm actually glad that he just woke up and dropped the album or half of Africa would illegally have it by now ( stop piracy!! So among the features,a stand out for me is one with Zubz. I got mad excited when I saw his name. Another collab that I actually wished for was with Jay Claude and its on a track called Y.O U An unexpected features though was with Big Zulu on track 8 with Kidx I have no doubt that the...

"When I begun writing I started with poetry and as time went on I started writing to beats. I am an outspoken person and at the same time I am open to learning all that I possibly can, that will better me in whatever way and by doing so I get to grow with my music also." Themba started writing music in high school and a few years after he started recording. "I was never fully into the music scene until 2018 when I released my first project which is an EP titled "Mental Institution" My reason for getting into the industry is so that I can make my contribution to the art scene as an artist." He recently released his follow up EP titled "Mental Institution Rebirth" Who do you identify as creative wise(a poet who does music,an artist, rapper?) I believe that if you write then you are a poet because you are expressing yourself through writing so I am simply a poet,or an urban poet as the name goes nowadays. What was the process like when...

Solo Rider, an up and coming rapper from Limpopo Province but currently residing  in Tembisa, is all about the virtue of patience and putting in the work because "talent can't surpass hard work." He believes that If it's meant to be,it needs to be worked on,to become. His hunger for success in the music industry is what's been pushing him to work hard & be one of the best upcoming rappers ultimately breaking out into the mainstream. Real name, Ramokone Solomon Kamogelo,Solo started loving the rap culture in 2010. He then continued on learning and getting familiar with the ways of the culture. He then graduated from spectator to player when he picked up the mic. He started rapping in 2016 and he says the journey has been interesting and filled with learning moments Solo Rider is currently working on his EP titled "Adventurous Path" which he'll drop next year. He describes his music as being "therapeutic and motivational". So...

The South African Hip Hop Awards are taking place earlier than usual this year. They happen on the 20th of November 2019 at the Gold Reef City Lyric Theatre. This year's categories and nominees have recently been announced. The live announcement went down on Instagram and Facebook, true to this years theme which is "the revolution will be computerized" There's a couple of categories that's been canned like Kings Of Province, Crews and Graffiti. Now, looking at this year's categories and doing a lil comparison with last year's, or even further than that I Wonder if there's been any solid growth in the game and if the awards are risking becoming monotonous.. The most refreshing categories is the new entrants on Freshman category , new sound and artists on collabos and remixes at times. The rest of the categories though, seem to be a repetition of previous contenders. "Best Lyricist" is easily predictable. The list rotates around Tri...

Dr Feel was born in a family that's talented and had the creative knack. His father was a guitarist, elder brothers were musicians too. He believes he was not only born within this life but also born and destined for it. He's tried swerving into another direction, going into different careers and jobs but none of them made him happy and at peace like making music. Dr. Feel has years of experience, experimenting and wins and looses too under his arm and they are the reasons he has kept on. Touching on some challenges he's faced as an up and coming Music producer and DJ, Dr Feel points out getting overlooked in some instances because no one knows who you are."Its tough because the talent and skill is there, but because you haven't been on traditional and super commercial and big mediums,you won't get the chance." He also points out financial constrains as another challenge. "You can't really move if your capital is low. You need a software, you...

Scoring yourself an interview is a progressive move, no doubt, but it does not end there. Once you've secured it, you need to prepare for it, to be able to best sell you! No! Interview preparations aren't just for "job interviews" You need to bring your A-game and your premium moves. So here below, in no particular order are 10 pointers I've managed to outline that might serve useful to you. 1. Be early and prepared. Respect the call time! Being early gives you time to relax an get comfortable. Get familiar with the set up,studio, area where the interview will take place. If you are going to a radio interview, for instance, don't be early and chill outside till your call up. Ask to be let in,use that 15 minutes to watch, observe and catch the energy. When it's your turn you'll just flow right it because you've been around already. That time will also allow you to do a checklist- do you have your promotional material, does your host have ...

"Had a vision. The primary idea was empowering and building Hip Hop in Burgersfort. I wanted to make sure Hip Hop was not at the mercy of House music but an entity on its own that could host its own gigs and have it own following I also always had a soft spot for charity work, i have love for people and i am concerned about their living conditions, their dreams, their rights and enjoyment of life. When i refocused the passion i have for people in general and rap music, i walked out with Hip Hop Cares. This is just the beginning…" Dizz Hip Hop Cares Awards are the wing of the Hip Hop Cares Foundation. The awards where launched in 2013 and have been on an up and up since then. Initially only celebrating and awarding culture members in the Limpopo province, this has since been changed and opened up to everyone. The awards look honour artists, creatives and contributors for their part within the Hip Hop space. With previous winners including one of Limpopo's premiu...