Category: THE SCOOP
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Tyla Continues Her Global Rise With Double Victory at the American Music Awards
South African superstar Tyla continues to reach new heights on the global stage. At the 52nd American Music Awards, held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, the singer emerged as the only African artist to win on the night, taking home Favourite Afrobeats Artist and Social Song of the Year for her…
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Spotify Opens Johannesburg Office, Marking a New Chapter for South Africa’s Audio Landscape
There is a quiet but undeniable shift happening in South Africa’s cultural landscape, one that is increasingly measured not only in sound, but in infrastructure. Global platforms are no longer just distributing music from afar. They are physically arriving, setting down roots, and situating themselves closer to the communities shaping what the world listens to.
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Hendrick’s Introduces ‘Another’ in Johannesburg With a Music-Driven Celebration of Gin, Fashion and Culture
Hendrick’s marked the South African introduction of its newest expression, Another Hendrick’s, with a vibrant launch experience at MIRA in Sandton, Johannesburg, transforming the restaurant into an immersive celebration of gin, music and fashion.
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Music Channel Trace Africa Rebrands to Trace Ngoma
As part of its ongoing commitment to enhancing customer viewing experiences and delivering content that resonates deeply with local audiences, Trace, together with Canal+ and MultiChoice, is proud to announce the rebrand of TRACE AFRICA to TRACE NGOMA this December.
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Skipper Bar Celebrates Township Spirit with the Return of Kasi Kulture
Township culture is once again taking centre stage as Skipper Bar announces the return of Kasi Kulture, a campaign that celebrates the heart, creativity, and everyday hustle of South Africa’s kasi communities.
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Maybelline Launches SuperStay Vinyl Ink Racing with Kamo Mphela and DJ Doowap in a Celebration of Music and Style
Maybelline New York, the world’s leading cosmetics brand, is proud to announce the nationwide launch of the SuperStay Vinyl Ink Racing collection. Inspired by the high-octane world of motorsport and the surging “Cooltural” global trend—where racing meets fashion and music—this collection is designed for women and individuals who live life in the fast lane.
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GALXBOY Enters the Footwear Arena With the GBX 012 Trainer and Runner
As the new year kicks off, GALXBOYsets the tone for what’s ahead for the brand by redefining fashion, culture, and innovation with the debut of its first-ever sneaker line: the GBX 012 Trainer and GBX 012 Runner. This milestone marks yet another bold new chapter for the brand as it expands its product offering and strengthens…
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J. Cole Returns to Johannesburg with The Fall‑Off Tour
Grammy Award winning hip‑hop artist J. Cole is returning to South Africa, bringing his The Fall‑Off Tour to FNB Stadium in Johannesburg on 12 December 2026. This marks his first full concert appearance in Mzansi in a decade, reaffirming the strong connection he shares with local fans.
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Doja Cat to Headline Move Afrika in Pretoria, Bringing Global Citizen’s Tour to South Africa
Grammy Award‑winning global superstar Doja Cat is set to make a major live appearance in South Africa this March as the headliner of Global Citizen’s Move Afrika 2026 tour. The tour, designed to highlight African creativity and support local creative economies, will stop at SunBet Arena, Time Square in Pretoria on 20 March 2026, with…
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K.O Drops Epic Movie-Style Visuals for “Push It”, Setting a New Standard for 2025
South African hip-hop vet K.O is redefining the game once again, unveiling a jaw-dropping cinematic trailer for his latest single, ‘Push It,’ set to drop on March 7, 2025. Known for pushing creative boundaries, K.O doesn’t just deliver music—he crafts experiences. The visuals, unveiled on Instagram (view here), aren’t just a teaser—they’re a full-on movie-like spectacle, complete with…