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17 November 2023
SAMAs 2023: From Controversy to Celebration
The biggest event on the South African music calendar takes place this weekend – after a string of controversies.
Music
05 October 2022
'Skhanda Republic 3' Is Testament to K.O’s Relentless Staying Power
After 16 years, the legendary South African MC’s pen and musicianship remain sharp-as-ever on his fourth album, SR3.
Music
19 May 2021
808s & Log Drums: How South African Hip-Hop and Amapiano Fell in Love
As South African hip-hop strives to regain broad mainstream prominence, more rappers and producers are tapping into and incorporating amapiano elements into their music.
Music
10 May 2021
K.O Releases New Single ‘K: HOVA’ Produced by Lunatik
K.O teams up with producer Lunatik for new track "K: HOVA".
Music
16 March 2021
K.O’s 20 Best Verses Ranked
K.O is greatly lauded for crafting some of the most iconic verses in South African hip-hop. We rank the veteran rapper's 20 best verses from good to hazardous.
Music
27 May 2020
Ma-E and K.O Share Visuals For Their Collaborative Single ‘Navigator’
Watch Ma-E and K.O's music video for 'Navigator.'
Music
04 May 2020
K.O, J’Something, Msaki and Q Twins Encourage Optimism in New Single ‘Rainbow’
Stream "Rainbow" by K.O, J'Something, Msaki and Q Twins.
Music
24 February 2020
K.O Releases ‘Killa Combo’ Featuring Zingah, Loki, Tellaman and Mariechan
Listen to the first single released under K.O's new imprint Skhandaworld.
Music
07 February 2020
K.O Shares Visuals for ‘Flight School’ Featuring Sjava
Watch K.O and Sjava's music video for 'Flight School.'
Music
18 December 2019
Interview: K.O Doesn’t Believe in Replicating His Old Self
We speak with the South African hip-hop star about his latest album PTY UnLTD.
Music
28 November 2019
K.O Shares Summer-Ready Visuals for ‘Citi Boi’ and ‘4AM’
Watch K.O's new visuals for 'Citi Boi' and '4AM.'
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