AI is transforming music production, but growing concerns over transparency, artistry, and human creativity are reshaping the future of the industry
Fresh off his Standard Bank Young Artist win, Manana reflects on growth, collaboration and creating space for alternative sound in South Africa
At 23, the singer-songwriter is shaping South African music on her own terms, blending beats, introspection and a fearless sense of self
Zakes Bantwini opens up about the sounds that saved him, the genres he helped shape, and the festival experience he’s building for South Africa
South African artists keep dying poor while their work enriches others. The Copyright Amendment Bill could finally change that – if it ever becomes law
The Ghanaian musician is label-free, legacy-focused and making global moves that are on his own terms
Gyakie blends Afrobeats, R&B and soul to create a sound that’s all her own
Three South African jazz musicians have second albums about to hit the shelves
The Mail & Guardian asked some of our favourite musicians and critics what they thought of the list and to tell us which three South African albums they believed should be on…
We South Africans know our coalitions (we’ll probably see more after our elections) and the recently released Apple Music 100 Best Albums list smells exactly like one
Zakes Bantwini’s latest album has taken SA by storm. He talks about his stardom and why this record could be his best music offering yet.
The French duo’s album has leaked on social media before the release date next Monday, giving fans the best platform to react – Twitter.
Jay-Z, Kanye West, Frank Ocean, Mumford & Sons and Dan Auerbach from The Black Keys have landed six nods each for music’s biggest awards night.
Up-and-coming artists are given a stage thanks to music promoters such as Mandisa Bardill–Kwebulana.
Despite administrative issues, the music conference delivered robust debate and chances to network.
Two stores selling brand-new vinyl records have opened in Johannesburg in the past few months, echoing the international trend in music sales.
Posthumous albums are troubling entities, and Amy Winehouse’s "new" album is no exception.
Music has long been a risky business and the deaths often mirror the genre.
