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5 days ago
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DJ duo TxC to showcase South African designers at BET Awards 2025
entertainment, music TxC are nominated in the "Best New International Act" category at the BET Awards 2025. Picture: Supplied Image: Supplied Amapiano duo TxC, consisting of Tarryn Reid and Clairise Hefke, have received a nomination in the "Best New International Act" category at the BET Awards 2025. South Africa has four nominations for the 2025 BET Best International Act award: Tyla, Maglera Doe Boy, Dlala Thukzin, and the duo TxC. TxC is the first DJ duo ever to be recognised in this category at the American awards show, set for June 9. 'Being the first duos to be nominated feels like we're breaking new grounds. Not just for ourselves, but for everyone who's ever felt like they've had to fit into a box to succeed. 'It shows that it is possible, I didn't think last year that we would be at the BET Awards this year, it's a surreal feeling. 'To see the growth and how far we've come as the first female duo, DJ duos, in Africa to be nominated. It's a crazy experience.' Amapiano Dj duo TxC Image: Instagram/@txc Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading Reid and Hefke explain that in a time where it often seems that single artists get more recognition than duos, it is an honour to be recognised. The childhood friends have built themselves strong careers as DJs dominating in the amapiano space. They advise that to succeed as a duo things need to be personal before being business. 'We've been in each other's lives for most of our lives, even before becoming what we are today and getting to know each other personally first is what saves what we have today. 'The goal is always the same, the work ethic is always the same. We all are always on the same page. And with duos, you can't compete with each other because then that means your goal is not the same. 'As long as you allow yourselves to be your selves and not try to overpower, over be, or overdo. We also tend to keep it very real.' 'I feel like most duos don't make it far because, you know, the one starts wanting to be better than the other one. The one feels like they're getting underpaid or overpaid. 'But if everything is the same and the communication is there within that group, I don't think anything bad should happen, and I think it should only be growth from there.' Being a public figure also means you have to put your best fashion forward and TxC are always seen in darring fashion-forward outfits. One would think that deciding on what to wear for the duo might be tough but they have developed a strategy. Hefke explains that they sit down and talk about what looks they want to rock and share ideas on how they want to feel and look. 'Because we also don't want to just look like everyone else. You know, we always try to look different. It also depends on the event or where we would go, and what kind of party it would be. We'd always try and relate our fashion to whatever event we're attending.' For the BET Awards Hefke and Reid say they will be working with local designers and stylists for their international red carpet experience. TxC has released two albums they have worked with international stars such as Davido and have performed in Qatar for the 2022 FIFA World Cup and FIFA Fan Festival. They stated that they view pressure positively, explaining that it motivates them to improve and think more ambitiously. 'I don't look at pressure as something negative or, you know, a problem. I look at it as a win. I feel like pressure is always a sign that you're doing something. God wants you to do more. 'He puts pressure in front of you so that you can actually do your best.' IOL Entertainment
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Lil Wayne To Perform At 2025 BET Awards
Lil Wayne is set to take the stage at the 2025 BET Awards. Announced on Thursday (May 15), the list of performers also includes GloRilla, Playboi Carti, and Teyana Taylor. Leon Thomas will also make his BET Awards debut at the 25th annual event. 'We're setting the tone for a night that celebrates 25 years of impact, creativity, and Black culture,' detailed Connie Orlando, EVP of Specials, Music Programming & Music Strategy at BET. 'With electrifying performances from some of the biggest names in music and an iconic comedic host, BET Awards 2025 will be a can't-miss celebration of everything the culture represents.' As previously announced, BET will celebrate the 25th anniversary of the nostalgic music video countdown show 106 & Park with a tribute, creative directed by Teyana Taylor and The Aunties Production. Hosts AJ Calloway, Free, Julissa Bermudez, Keshia Chanté, Rocsi Diaz, and Terrence J are set to unite for the affair, with performances from Bow Wow, Amerie, B2K, Jim Jones, Mya, T.I., and more. Kevin Hart has been named the host for the anticipated award ceremony. 'I'm truly honored to host the 25th BET Awards and celebrate the culture's biggest night. This year marks the 25th anniversary, and my partners at Hartbeat, BET, and JCE are pulling out all the stops to make it a night to remember. It's a black-tie affair, and you're all invited. Tune in live on June 9th, only on BET,' expressed the comedian. Rapper Kendrick Lamar leads this year's nominations, counting 10 potential trophies with Doechii, Drake, Future, and GloRilla closely behind with six noms apiece. The 2025 BET Awards are set to air live on Monday, June 9, on BET at 8 pm ET/PT. More from Digital Nas Says Ye And Playboi Carti Could Reconcile Soon After Months Of Beefing Taraji P. Henson Is A Mom On A Mission In Tyler Perry's 'STRAW' Iman Shumpert Wants Teyana Taylor Arrested For Allegedly Violating Divorce Terms
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20-05-2025
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Celebrating Mzansi's finest: BET Africa and Durban Tourism roll out the red carpet for the 2025 BET Awards nominees
Maglera Doe Boy has earned a nomination in the Best New International Act category at the 2025 BET Awards. Image: Instagram. As the countdown begins to the highly anticipated BET Awards 2025, BET Africa is gearing up to spotlight South African excellence with a series of exclusive parties in honour of this year's nominees. Partnering with Durban Tourism, BET Africa is set to celebrate the talents representing Mzansi on the global stage before they depart for the prestigious event in Los Angeles on June 9. International superstars Tyla and DJ Uncle Waffles, both previous nominees, have earned nominations in the Best International Act category. Emerging talents Maglera Doe Boy, TxC and Dlala Thukzin are also making waves with their nominations in the Best New International Act category, showcasing the rich musical landscape of South Africa. The festivities will commence in Durban with an electrifying party at LIV Durban on Thursday, May 22, followed by a celebration in Johannesburg at LIV Sandton on Thursday, May 29. Members of the public are invited to partake in these vibrant gatherings and show their support for the nominees. In addition to the celebrations, BET Africa and Durban Tourism will launch an exciting social media competition, giving two lucky international winners an all-expenses-paid trip to enjoy the sights, sounds and flavours of Durban. Their experiences will be documented in a special 22-minute feature that will air on BET Africa later this year, further showcasing South African culture to the world. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕ Monde Twala, senior vice president and co-general manager of Paramount Africa and lead of BET International, expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration. "This exciting partnership with Durban Tourism allows us to honour and spotlight the immense talent coming out of South Africa. The BET Awards celebration parties will highlight cultural pride, artistic excellence, and the vibrant spirit of Durban and South Africa as a whole," he said. Echoing Twala's sentiments, eThekwini city manager Musa Mbhele commented: "This partnership truly highlights Durban's vibrant music scene and cultural richness. "These events offer fantastic opportunities for fans to connect with their favourite artists and for Durban to shine as a hub of world-class entertainment. We look forward to welcoming the international winners to our beautiful city and showcasing all that Durban has to offer." • The BET Awards is set to air live on BET Africa from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Tuesday, June 10, at 2am on BET Africa (DStv channel 129).
