Category: FEATURES
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The Big Hash on U4REA Fest and Staying True to His Sound
In the build-up to U4REA Fest, the internet has been restless. Timelines flood with speculation, reels replay his past performances, and fans on X and TikTok swap predictions about surprise guests and dream collaborations. For The Big Hash, that digital energy is more than just hype — it’s proof that his vision is resonating beyond…
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Genre-bending Artist Kratoz Talks to Us About His Euphonious EP, “SMONYO II”
Newcastle-based virtuoso Syanda Masuku, better known as Kratoz recently dropped a euphonious EP titled “SMONYO II.” The 8-track project features the likes of Ayeezy and Skyzurp among other talented artists. Comprising nuanced sonics, the masterpiece showcases Kratoz’s versatility and undisputed musicality.
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Wethu Opens Up About His Debut Project “Moral Compass” & Being a South African Artist in a Globalised Music Industry
Pretoria has been dubbed South Africa’s music hub. The Jacaranda City has unearthed a plethora of Mzansi’s most iconic artists and industry taste-makers. One such trailblazer is virtuosic rapper, Wethu. Hailing from Gqebehra, formerly known as Port Elizabeth – Wethu relocated to Pretoria in 2009 and later launched his music career. Crafting his own distinct…
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CHOSVN TALKS TO US ABOUT HIS CREATIVE PROCESS & THIRD STUDIO RECORD, “FROM THEN UNTIL NOW”
Recording artist Chosvn has masterly kept us anticipating more since the release of his groundbreaking debut mixtape, Watching From The Sidelines. The formidable lyricist has demonstrated his virtuosity through classic single releases and picturesque music videos.
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PERP TALKS TO US ABOUT HIS SYMPHONIOUS ALBUM, “WINTERS ALTER EGO”
Multitalented artist Ntokozo Totana, better know as Perp recently dropped a symphonious album titled Winters Alter Ego. The 17 track album is a prequel to his project, Beautiful Winter. Perp’s latest offering is an anthology of heartbreak – with themes of pain and sadness.
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RAPPER MOPHUNK TALKS TO US ABOUT HIS GENRE-BENDING ALBUM, “AFROBOTS”
Johannesburg based artist MoPhunk dropped a genre-bending album tilted Afrobots, in June of this year. 808 PLUG caught up with MoPhunk to talk about his album and get to know more about his artistry.
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RAPPER YUNG ZADDIE TALKS TO US ABOUT HIS ARTISTRY & HIS LATEST SINGLE “D A M A G E D”
Recording artist Yung Zaddie recently dropped a fiery single titled D a M a G E D. The single follows an array of hit tracks released by the rapper since 2019. 808 PLUG caught up with Yung Zaddie to talk about his artistry.
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SPUNKY GALAXY TALKS TO US ABOUT HIS GENRE-BENDING DEBUT ALBUM, “WNDR LND”
Multitalented artist Spunky Galaxy recently dropped his debut album, WNDR LND. The genre-bending masterpiece consists of 17 tracks and features the likes of Khenji and Maarly. WNDR LND followed the release of his hit single, Waiting – which also happens to be one of the tracks on the album.
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DRAKHULA TALKS TO US ABOUT HIS FIERY SINGLE, “FLAME”
Recording artist Drakhula recently dropped a fiery single titled Flame. Drakhula’s latest offering comes after the release of his hit single, Bando – which he performed on SABC 1‘s popular youth show, YO TV.
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KIID BLUNT FROM “THE KIDS NEXT DOOR” TALKS TO US ABOUT THEIR BEAT TAPE, “ARCHIVE VOL. 2”
Dynamic producer duo, The Kids Next Door does not need an introduction. Apart from working with the likes of DJ Switch, co-producers Kiid Blunt and Luther Brax have also produced an array of masterpieces, including Home For The Holidays by VenomRaps.