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The Citizen
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Nsikazi hip-hop artist drops 12-track mixtape
An up-and-coming hip-hop artist has released a 12-track mixtape, titled Not Yet, which dropped on May 25. Bhato Ndlovu (23), known by his stage name Saddis, said the project has received positive feedback, especially on social media. 'The mixtape is about love, struggling with trauma, self-improvement and confidence,' said Ndlovu. He described the songs as meaningful and relatable, highlighting tracks such as 'Walls' featuring Yung TJ, 'Missing Pieces', 'Those Days' featuring Munhle, and 'Trying' featuring Bkay Jr. ALSO READ: Young Mpumalanga stars head to national school winter games Ndlovu said he has been working on this mixtape since March last year. His passion for rap led him into music production in 2017, when he recorded his first-ever (unreleased) song using only his phone. 'I felt alive when I recorded it, not even aware of my capabilities and future in music,' he said. He draws inspiration from artists such as Zakwe, MT Vernacular MC and Eminem, who have all influenced him as a songwriter. One of his early achievements includes airplay on Ligwalagwala FM. ALSO READ: Driekoppies muso to enrich talent across the province Ndlovu is currently a second-year language student at the University of Venda. He hopes to one day collaborate with South African hip-hop artists such as A-Reece and Emtee. Not Yet is available on all major digital streaming platforms, including YouTube and Spotify. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Mahushu artist celebrates African heritage with new single
A local kwaito and amapiano artist has released a new single, 'Badikoma', which seeks to celebrate the significance of communal festivities and traditions in South Africa. Lwazi Chauke (24), stage name Tboy Lwazi, released the song in close collaboration with a local producer, SK Lapho, on May 16. He said the song captures the essence of African heritage, focusing on the culturally important practices surrounding the journey to the mountains, the initiation school also known as ingoma. 'This tradition is cherished by many cultures and this song honours the celebration that follows when individuals return from the mountain with moments filled with joy, connection and community spirit.' He said the new single features a line-up of talented local artists, including Abo Khahlamba, Phici and Roman Power, each bringing their flair to the collaborative masterpiece. ALSO READ: Mpumalanga musicians attend Music Creative Workshop Chauke said he started making music young and was inspired by his uncle. 'I was taught how to write songs by my uncle, Dumisani Mabilane. Later, I realised how much I love music and decided to do research on which steps to take next,' he said. 'Some of my music career highlights include winning Best Hip-Hop Album at the Mpumalanga Hip-Hop Music Awards last year. The album is called Evolve. My music has also received airplay on Ligwalagwala FM.' Chauke said his dream is to be famous and have his own record label, through which he will help talented upcoming artists in the province. 'Pushing through good and bad times has kept me going and working towards my dream. Promoting my work regardless of how many followers I have, research, asking for guidance and registering my work has brought me this far,' he said. ALSO READ: Celebration of local music in Mbombela Chauke said his new single and more of his music is available on all music streaming platforms. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
