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Riky Rick’s CottonFest Concludes Ending It’s Seven-Year Cultural Legacy
CottonFest has officially ended after shareholder disputes fractured its long-term direction and made operations unsustainable. Organisers emphasised gratitude to supporters and reaffirmed their commitment to Riky Rick’s legacy. While the festival concludes, the Creative Programme launched in 2025 will continue providing opportunities for young talent. Ticket refunds are available through Webtickets. CottonFest Ends After Shareholder…
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Riky Rick’s Posthumous Album “Boss Zonke Forever” Set For April 4 Release
The Makhado family has announced the release of Riky Rick’s final album, “Boss Zonke Forever,” scheduled for April 4, 2025. This posthumous collection features 17 tracks with collaborations from the likes of Cassper Nyovest, Blxckie, Focalistic, Dee Koala, Gemini Major, and Lloyiso. The album’s announcement date is significant as it coincides with the anniversary of…
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Artificial Intelligence Breathes New Life Into Late Artists Preserving Their Legacy
In the ever-evolving landscape of the music industry, the emergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a creative tool has sparked a new era of innovation and the possibility of artistic legacy. Nowhere is this more evident than in the case of South African rap icon Riky Rick, whose legacy continues to thrive thanks to the…
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[LISTEN] Unforgettable Riky Rick Collabos As His Legacy Continues To Live On
This playlist is a tribute to Riky Rick’s incredible impact on the music industry. His unique style and energy have left a lasting mark on every track he’s been featured on. Riky Rick’s absence is deeply felt in the industry, and this playlist serves as a reminder of the magic he brought to the music…
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The Riky Rick Foundation Launch Mental Health Initiative “Stronger”
After winning our hearts for decades, on 23 February 2022, Rikhado “Riky Rick” Makhado, an icon, rapper, producer, and hip-hop artist, lost his battle with mental illness. Before he passed, he tweeted his final tweet; “I’ll return a stronger man”. One year later, during youth month, his track ‘Stronger’ will be dropped. The newly formed…
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Over 130 Top Local Acts Confirmed For Cotton Fest 2022
Having recently announced the postponement of the third annual Cotton Fest taking place over two days in Johannesburg next month, organisers of the highly anticipated festival, today confirmed the full weekend line-up. Known for showcasing the diversities in various music genres with the aim of fusing the gaps within the different local movements, this sold-out…
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Riky Rick Stays Shining As Cotton Fest Moves To April
With the ongoing flood of love and support from the public, as well as the South African entertainment industry at large, the Cotton Fest team has confirmed that the two-day sold-out festival planned for later this month, will still go ahead but is postponed to April. Following the endless endearing tributes and messages from across…
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Frank Casino Drops New Single And Music Video With Riky Rick ‘Forever’
Rapper Frank Casino has dropped new single Forever ft Riky Rick along with visuals. Letting the game know of his steadiness to remain the greatest, Frank Casino makes a bold statement and reveals Forever as yet another anthem set to flood the streets following his banging hit song Block Hot. Forever presents the undeniable swag Frank has maintained over the years…
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Life and Music Both Demand Time and Effort, Caiphus Semenya Tells Young Artists
Succeeding in the music business is like personal relationships; the more time and effort you invest in it, the more successful you will be, says South African music legend and Academy Award nominee Caiphus Semenya. Speaking in the final episode of the Old Mutual AMPD Live series and the AMPD Icons Conversations virtual session, the…
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Riky Rick Curates First Annual Cotton Festival In Celebration Of Music And Fashion
Concept curator, the multi-talented KZN born entertainer and fashion forward Riky Rick today officially announced the full local line-up for the first annual Cotton Fest taking place in Johannesburg next month. First revealed on his social media late last year, this inaugural one-day festival was created to merge both established and upcoming / underground SA talent onto one combined platform, while offering a safe andhigh energy…
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