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Taylor Swift has added four new songs to 'The Life of a Showgirl' through the deluxe Encore edition.

Taylor Swift gives 'The Life of a Showgirl' an encore with four new songs

A year after 'The Life of a Showgirl', Taylor Swift has added four songs that have already sparked plenty of speculation among listeners.

Finneas, Aaron Rowe, Lukas Graham and Beoga have all withdrawn from the remaining dates of Ed Sheeran's 'Loop' tour, following Macklemore's removal over his pro-Palestine comments onstage.

'Free Palestine': How Ed Sheeran lost his entire tour support line-up

The backlash over Macklemore’s removal from Ed Sheeran’s tour has led to the withdrawal of every remaining support act.

New Zealand soul singer TEEKS reflects on his South African experience trying traditional food, discovering Bongeziwe Mabandla and wearing Springbok merchandise on stage.

TEEKS says first SA tour has all been love

After his first three-city South African tour, New Zealand soul singer TEEKS reflects on local audiences, trying traditional food, discovering Bongeziwe Mabandla and wearing…

There is something entertaining and infectious about watching performers having the time of their lives.

'Mamma Mia!' is still an exhilarating time at the theatre

Amra-Faye Wright leads a lively 2026 South African production of ‘Mamma Mia!’, where ABBA’s greatest hits, strong performances and feel-good energy make for an entertaining night…

Afrotainment powerhouse Ornica Bellz teamed up with Zee Nxumalo for their upcoming new single 'Inkomishi'.

How a R6500 flight became Ornica Bellz’s new single

Behind Ornica Bellz’s new single 'Inkomishi', a last minute studio call, a R6500 flight she couldn’t afford, and a decade long path from Afrotainment dancer to recording artist.

Dr Sibusiso “Mash” Mashiloane has compiled a book with a collection of original compositions

Sibusiso Mashiloane releases free book of 60 South African jazz compositions

South African pianist and composer Sibusiso “Mash” Mashiloane has released Sounds of Home: Compositions Book One, a free digital collection of 60 original scores.

Phoenix-bred, Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Piper Connolly draws on her love of 2000s pop-rock while finding a more confident, rock-leaning sound on her upcoming EP, 'she’s too much!'

Piper Connolly follows South African radio success with ‘unapologetic’

Phoenix-bred, LA-based singer-songwriter Piper Connolly follows her South African radio success with 'unapologetic', a new single about self-acceptance and embracing who you are.

Zonke and Yanga Chief joined forces on the Afro-soul and hip hop fusion, 'Mngan'am'.

Inside Zonke and Yanga Chief’s creative connection on ‘Mngan’am’

Zonke and Yanga Chief speak about their new collaboration, creative connection and why they believe artists should have the freedom to move beyond genre.

South African hip hop’s veterans are often told to “retire the mic”, while their international counterparts are afforded the space to age into respected OGs.
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Too old for rap? Why do SA hip hop OGs get told to retire?

A look into why veteran rappers are celebrated as legends internationally, while SA hip hop artists are often told to “retire the mic” as they get older.

Thando Zide.
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Culture Corner: These are some of the best local albums of 2026 so far

A look at four local albums that have stood out in 2026 so far, and what their different sounds say about the direction of South African music.

Kabelo Mabalane is gearing up to release his 10th solo project, which he shared he has created from an authentic place and growth.

Kabelo Mabalane's new music through the eyes of his collaborators

After an 11-year hiatus, Kabelo Mabalane returns to music, and his collaborators share heartfelt insights on what his new album represents for him and his journey.

South African artist Wade Yarrow is redefining her music career through authenticity and collaboration in the vibrant new album ‘Music Culture Forever’, featuring a diverse array of talent from Scorpion Records SA.

How Wade Yarrow is finding purpose in ‘Music Culture Forever’ and embracing authenticity

South African artist Wade Yarrow is redefining her music career through authenticity and collaboration in the vibrant new album ‘Music Culture Forever’, featuring a diverse array…

British-Nigerian singer and songwriter Odeal. His latest EP, 'For A Good Time…', was released in July.

Odeal’s 'For A Good Time' is built for the replay button

Odeal’s latest EP is a 22-minute mix of R&B, Afrobeats, house and more, with enough replay value to keep the good time going.

Umzulu Phaqa, who recently released her eight-track album 'Volume 1'.
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Umzulu Phaqa on redefining 'Zulu Pop' and creative freedom in 'Volume 1'

Umzulu Phaqa opens up about 'Volume 1', her approach to Zulu pop, genre freedom and why staying rooted in isiZulu is central to the music she wants to make.

DJ Zinhle returns to the sound that started it all, this time with more confidence.

DJ Zinhle on artistry, creative freedom and her legacy: 'I’m proud that I stayed'

DJ Zinhle, a pioneer in SA dance music, reflects on her decade-long journey, the evolution of Afro-house, and her newfound creative freedom with the release of her self-titled EP.

Rapsody puts South African talent front and centre on her upcoming album 'God Gotta Afro & Gold Hoops'.

How South African talent helped shape Rapsody’s upcoming album 'God Gotta Afro & Gold Hoops'

Rapsody is giving South African talent its flowers on 'God Gotta Afro & Gold Hoops', with Nomsa Mazwai and Soweto’s Karabo Ya Morena Choir featuring on the upcoming album.