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Mzansi Brands Have A Chance To Join Tyla’s A*POP Cultural Moment
TL;DR As South Africans rally behind Tyla’s second album, A*POP, ahead of its Friday (24 July 2026) release, brands have an opportunity to participate in a fan-led cultural moment. Success, however, will depend on authenticity rather than speed, with audiences rewarding brands that understand the visual language and spirit of the campaign instead of chasing attention.…
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Kabza De Small And Hennessy Set The Tone For Durban July Weekend
TL;DR Before race day took centre stage, Hennessy Presents: Kabza & Friends Durban July Edition transformed The Station in Stamford Hill, Durban into one of the weekend’s most sought-after destinations. The sold-out event demonstrated Hennessy’s growing investment in artist-led experiences, with Kabza De Small’s creative vision shaping the music, atmosphere, and overall guest experience. Inside Kabza &…
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Your Ultimate Link Guide To 2027 Music Releases #OnTheeeRadar
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Your Ultimate Link Guide To 2027 Event Tickets #OnTheeeRadar
Before you buy tickets or plan your next night out, discover everything happening on South Africa’s live music calendar in one place. From major international tours and headline concerts to local festivals, intimate live performances, and unforgettable music experiences, our 2027 guide keeps you up to date with the latest events across the country. JANUARY…
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Isaiah Rashad Brings First African Performance To “Rocking The Daisies”
TL;DR Rocking the Daisies has confirmed acclaimed American rapper Isaiah Rashad for its 2026 festival lineup, marking his first-ever performance in Africa. The Chattanooga-born artist will make his Cape Town debut, adding another international hip-hop name to the festival and reinforcing its position as a destination for global live music experiences. Details Rocking The Daisies…
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Sofar Johannesburg Bets On Discovery As Secret Concert Series Returns
TL;TR Sofar Johannesburg is bringing its signature secret-show format back on 27 June, offering audiences a live music experience built around surprise, discovery and connection. With both the venue and artist lineup remaining undisclosed until 36 hours before doors open, the event challenges conventional concert culture and places the focus firmly on the music itself.…
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Kehlani Announces South African Dates For Her 2026 World Tour
TL;TR Grammy-winning R&B artist Kehlani will bring the Kehlani World Tour to South Africa in December 2026, with performances scheduled for Pretoria and Cape Town. Supported by rising R&B star Destin Conrad, the tour adds another major international R&B act to South Africa’s live entertainment calendar, reflecting continued demand for global urban music experiences. Details…
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NE-YO Returns To South Africa With Two Arena Shows This October
TL;TR Three-time Grammy Award winner NE-YO is heading back to South Africa this October, adding Cape Town and Pretoria dates to his international tour. The announcement reinforces the continued local appetite for legacy R&B acts, with the singer-songwriter set to perform a catalogue that has generated more than 23 billion streams globally. Details NE-YO’s South…
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Sportscene’s Capsule Nights Returns As Pritori Takes Centre Stage
TL;TR After a two-year hiatus, sportscene’s Capsule Nights returned with a sold-out edition at the South African State Theatre in Pretoria. Branded as the “State of Pitori Address,” the event combined music, fashion, street culture and brand experiences, reinforcing Pretoria’s growing influence on South Africa’s youth culture landscape. Details Capsule Nights Reinforces Pretoria’s Growing Influence…
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Your Ultimate Link Guide To 2026 Music Releases #OnTheeeRadar
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Your Ultimate Link Guide To 2026 Event Tickets #OnTheeeRadar
Before you buy tickets or plan your next night out, discover everything happening on South Africa’s live music calendar in one place. From major international tours and headline concerts to local festivals, intimate live performances, and unforgettable music experiences, our 2026 guide keeps you up to date with the latest events across the country. JULY…
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Fans Invited To Meet Simphiwe Dana At Exclusive Zandisile Vinyl Signing
TL;TR Fresh from the surprise release of her latest album MOYA, Simphiwe Dana is turning attention to the project that introduced her to the world. The acclaimed singer-songwriter will host an exclusive vinyl signing and meet-and-greet for her landmark debut album Zandisile at Mr Vinyl in Johannesburg, offering fans a rare opportunity to celebrate one…
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COLORS And Levi’s Spotlight South Africa’s Lordkez In EMERGENT Series
TL;TR South African singer-songwriter Lordkez has been announced as the latest artist featured in EMERGENT, the global music initiative created by Levi’s® and COLORSxSTUDIOS. Through a new A COLORS SHOW performance and intimate artist profile film, the project positions Lordkez among a select group of emerging artists shaping the future of music and culture. Details…
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TEEKS Announces First Multi-City South African Tour This August
TL;TR New Zealand soul artist TEEKS will tour South Africa in August 2026 with performances in Cape Town, Durban and Johannesburg. The tour marks the singer-songwriter’s first announced multi-city South African run, bringing one of contemporary soul music’s most distinctive voices to local audiences through intimate headline shows and a festival appearance. Details TEEKS Live…
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SAMAs Return To North West For Its Historic Homecoming Edition
TL;TR The South African Music Awards are heading back to the North West Province for their 32nd edition on 15 August 2026. The return marks a significant moment for South Africa’s music industry, reconnecting the awards with a province that has hosted some of its most memorable editions while positioning culture, tourism and entertainment at…
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Tyla’s FIFA World Cup Song With Future To Extend Her Global Crossover Run
📸: Tyla Tyla is entering another global visibility cycle after FIFA confirmed the upcoming official World Cup single “Game Time” with rapper Future. The announcement arrives days after Tyla’s two American Music Awards wins and ahead of her second studio album A*POP, creating one of the biggest international promotional windows any African artist has secured…
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Spotify Wants Streaming Data To Decide Who Gets Concert Tickets
📸: Spotify Spotify has launched “Reserved,” a new ticketing feature that gives selected Premium subscribers early access to concert tickets based on listening behaviour and fan engagement. The shows signals Spotify’s growing ambition to turn fandom data into a direct commercial layer spanning live events, AI music tools, and creator monetization. Spotify Is Turning Listening Habits…
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Kabza & Friends Durban July Edition: Everything You Need To Know
📸: Kabza De Small Hennessy is extending its long-running relationship with Kabza De Small beyond endorsement into cultural authorship. Ahead of the Durban July weekend, the cognac house is handing creative control to its Friend Of Maison Hennessy through Kabza & Friends: Durban July Edition, an immersive experience where music, culture, and community come together through…
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WAV Festival 2027 Second Edition Cape Town: Everything You Need To Know
📸: Supplied WAV Festival has officially announced its return to Cape Town on Saturday 2 January 2027 following the success of its debut edition earlier this year. Curated by TMG and Africa Creative Agency, the festival continues its mission of reimagining R&B through an African lens by blending music, culture, fashion and diasporic creativity. Key…
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The Recording Academy’s 2027 Grammys: Everything You Need To Know
📸: Supplied The 2027 Grammy Awards will officially move to ABC for the first time in more than five decades, marking a major broadcast transition for the Recording Academy. The ceremony will air live from Los Angeles on 7 February 2027, while nominations are scheduled to be announced on Monday 16 November 2026. Key Highlights…
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