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Anatii
Anathi Bhongo Mnyango (born 8 January 1993), known professionally as Anatii, is a South African rapper, singer, songwriter and record producer & music video director. Career Anatii began his professional musical journey at the age of 14 when he received his first major South African placement with L-Tido, for the song "When It Rains". His debut studio album ''Artiifact'' was released on 9 September 2016. The album features South African acts AKA, Cassper Nyovest, Nasty C and Uhuru, as well as Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage, Somali-Canadian electronic duo Faarrow and American singer Omarion. In August 2017, Anatii was selected as The Young Independents influencer of the year October 2017 saw Anatii being selected by GQ South Africa as one of the best dressed men in South Africa In November 2017, Anatii, was selected to be a high level influencer for the LuQuLuQu project set up by the United Nations High Commission for Refugees. The official launch in South Africa for the proje ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Artiifact
''Artiifact'' (stylized as ARTIIFACT) is the debut studio album by South African hip hop record producer and musician Anatii. The album was released on 9 September 2016 by his record label YAL Entertainment, after many delays and following singles "Freedom" and "The Saga", which were released in 2014 and early 2015, respectively. The album was initially titled ''Electronic Bushman.'' Promotion In promotion of his debut studio release, Anatii commenced celebrations with an album release party at Moloko Club in Hatfield, east of Pretoria on 9 September 2016. Anatii hosted the ARTIIFACT Tour, which had dates for shows in Midrand and Durban on 30 September and 2 October 2016, respectively. The tour featured main opening act, American singer, friend and collaborator Omarion Omari Ishmael Grandberry (born November 12, 1984), better known by his stage name Omarion, is an American R&B singer, songwriter, actor and dancer. He rose to prominence as the lead singer of the boy band B2K ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Iyeza
Iyeza (stylized as ''IYEZA'') is the second solo studio album by South African record producer and musician Anatii. The album was released on 5 October 2018 by his record label YAL Entertainment. Anatii has released three music videos for the album. Promotion In promotion of his album release, Anatii commenced celebrations with an album listening session at The Vault in Marshalltown, Johannesburg. At the listening session, Anatii Anathi Bhongo Mnyango (born 8 January 1993), known professionally as Anatii, is a South African rapper, singer, songwriter and record producer & music video director. Career Anatii began his professional musical journey at the age of 14 when h ... revealed the album’s artwork which was created by Nika Mtwana Track listing References {{Authority control 2018 albums Anatii albums ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
AKA (rapper)
Kiernan Jarryd Forbes (born 28 January 1988), known professionally as AKA, is a South African rapper. Born and raised in Cape Town, Forbes gained significance after releasing his single "Victory Lap" which was released from his debut studio album, ''Altar Ego'' (2011). Forbes continued his success by releasing studio albums which include '' Levels'' (2014), ''Touch My Blood'' (2018), Bhovamania (2020) and the collaborative album, '' Be Careful What You Wish For'' alongside Anatii (2017). In April 2020 Forbes alongside vodka brand ''Cruz'' launched the watermelon-flavoured drink with his initial on the bottles. That same month, Forbes was featured as a special guest on WWE ''Live'' events which were held in Johannesburg and Cape Town. As for 2019, he was the roastee for the Comedy Central Roast special. Life and career 1988–2013: Early life, beginnings and ''Alter Ego'' In 1988 Forbes was born. In 2002, Forbes alongside his two friends Vice Versa and Greyhound, formed a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Be Careful What You Wish For (AKA & Anatii Album)
''Be Careful What You Wish For'' is the debut collaborative studio album by South African recording artists AKA and Anatii. It was released on July 28, 2017 by Beam Group and YAL Entertainment, under exclusive licence to Universal Music South Africa. Singles "10 Fingers" was released as the lead single on January 8, 2017. The track was produced by Anatii. "Don't Forget to Pray" and "Holy Mountain" were released as the third and second singles respectively. Both songs received positive response from critics. Critical reception The album received positive response from critics. At Yo Mzansi, it received a positive rating of 9/10. Track listing Adapted from Apple Music Apple Music is a music, audio and video streaming service developed by Apple Inc. Users select music to stream to their device on-demand, or they can listen to existing playlists. The service also includes the Internet radio stations Apple M .... Release history References {{DEFAULTSORT:Be Careful ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cassper Nyovest
Refiloe Maele Phoolo (born 16 December 1990), professionally known as Cassper Nyovest, is a South African rapper, songwriter, entrepreneur, record producer and amateur boxer. Born and raised in Mahikeng, North West, he is regarded as one of the most successful artists in South Africa. In 2014, he established his own record label, Family Tree Records. Nyovest rose to fame with the release of his debut studio album, ''Tsholofelo'' (2014) which produced the hit singles "Gusheshe" and " Doc Shebeleza". With his success of selling out tickets for his concert, ''Fill Up The Dome'' (2015) which was held at Ticketpro Dome in Johannesburg. The success of the event pursued Nyovest with the affix "Fill Up" to instigate more concerts in different stadiums annually, including Orlando Stadium (2016) and FNB Stadium (2017), also both in Johannesburg, Moses Mabhida Stadium (2018) in Durban, and Royal Bafokeng Stadium (2019) in North West. Nyovest released his eponymous studio album, '' Refiloe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
JR (rapper)
Tabure Thabo Bogopa Junior (born 13 March 1987), professionally known as JR, is a South African entrepreneur and musician. He frequently performs Motswako rap, in both Setswana and English. He has had two number-one hip hop songs as well as two number-one pop hits on South African charts. Early life Tabure was born 13 March 1987 in Bloemfontein, Free State province, South Africa. He was raised in the township of Attridgeville in Pretoria, where he lived with his parents. He now resides in Johannesburg, South Africa. Career ''The Main Event'' (2008) On 28 April 2008, JR released his first studio album under Electromode Music, ''The Main Event''. The single "Gata Le Nna", produced by 37 mph (Mpho Pholo of Reck Shoppe Tunes) and featuring Towdee was number 1 on both YFM and Metro FM for over six weeks. The single was award for "Song of The Year , Hip Hop" at the Hype Awards in 2008. The album was nominated in the "Best Hip Hop Album" in 2008 at the Metro FM Awards, also re ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dreamteam
Dreamteam is a South African hip hop musical group formed at KwaZulu-Natal.They first nominated at the South African Hip Hop Awards in 2013. The group was officially formed in 2011, and shot to fame in 2013, after the release of independent album, "The Blow Up", which was released in March 2013. They are most known for major debut single "Tsekede", a song with a version that later featured major South African hip hop artist AKA, and fellow Durban-based musical trio, Big Nuz. Music career Childhood friends Mthoko Mkhathini and Lusaso Ngcobo were initially part of a hip hop dance crew. In 2011, they formed a trio with Saso's older brother's friend, Trevor Sineke. Their first gig as a trio was in a popular spot in Durban, called De La Sol. To their surprise, the crowd responded favourably. Their debut major single "Tsekede" from their mixtape ''The Blow Up'', was released in 2013. Their mixtape was well received, gaining over 12,000 downloads and distribution of 0 physical c ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chad Da Don
Donovan Chad Mansoor (born 16 April 1993), known mononymously as Chad (and previously as Chad Da Don), is a South African hip-hop record producer, songwriter and rapper. Chad released his debut studio album '' The Book of Chad'' on 16 April 2016, his 23rd birthday. Background Chad was born and raised in Pretoria and eventually relocated to Midrand in his teenage years. Chad had started a Christian rap group while he was a teenager, but went solo shortly after. While growing up, Chad played football and represented South Africa in the under-14 national squad. The tournament was hosted in Zurich. Musical career Chad released his debut single titled "Hola", featuring his then label-boss Cassper Nyovest. Due to creative differences, Chad left Family Tree Records and started his own label imprint DCM Entertainment. Amongst those signed are fellow artists and songwriters his best friend Bonafide and rapper Exe. Chad is now also signed to Locnville's new label ContraBanned. The ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Omarion
Omari Ishmael Grandberry (born November 12, 1984), better known by his stage name Omarion, is an American R&B singer, songwriter, actor and dancer. He rose to prominence as the lead singer of the boy band B2K. The group achieved success in the early 2000s with their singles " Gots ta Be", " Uh Huh", " Girlfriend", and the number-one hit " Bump, Bump, Bump". After the group disbanded in 2004, Omarion embarked on a solo career, with the release of his debut solo album, '' O'' (2005), which debuted at the top of the ''Billboard'' 200 chart. He was also featured on the single "Let Me Hold You" by Bow Wow, which reached the top 10 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100. ''O'' received a Grammy Award nomination for Best Contemporary R&B Album at the 48th Annual Grammy Awards. His second solo album, '' 21'' (2006), became his second chart topper in the United States, and spawned the hit single " Ice Box". He released his third solo album, '' Ollusion'' in 2010. His fourth solo album, '' Sex ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chad (rapper)
Donovan Chad Mansoor (born 16 April 1993), known mononymously as Chad (and previously as Chad Da Don), is a South African hip-hop record producer, songwriter and rapper. Chad released his debut studio album '' The Book of Chad'' on 16 April 2016, his 23rd birthday. Background Chad was born and raised in Pretoria and eventually relocated to Midrand in his teenage years. Chad had started a Christian rap group while he was a teenager, but went solo shortly after. While growing up, Chad played football and represented South Africa in the under-14 national squad. The tournament was hosted in Zurich. Musical career Chad released his debut single titled "Hola", featuring his then label-boss Cassper Nyovest. Due to creative differences, Chad left Family Tree Records and started his own label imprint DCM Entertainment. Amongst those signed are fellow artists and songwriters his best friend Bonafide and rapper Exe. Chad is now also signed to Locnville's new label ContraBanned. The ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Talib Kweli
Talib Kweli Greene (; born October 3, 1975) is an American rapper. He earned recognition early on through his collaboration with fellow Brooklyn rapper Mos Def in 1997, when they formed the group Black Star. Kweli's musical career continued with solo success including collaborations with producers and rappers Kanye West, Just Blaze, and Pharrell Williams. His most recent album, ''Gotham'', was released in 2020. In 2011, Kweli founded his own record label, Javotti Media. Early life Born in Brooklyn, New York City, New York, Kweli grew up in a household in Brooklyn's Park Slope. His mother, Brenda Greene, is an English professor at Medgar Evers College of the City University of New York, and his father is an administrator at Adelphi University. His younger brother, Jamal Greene, is a professor of constitutional law at Columbia Law School and a graduate of Harvard University and Yale Law School, and former clerk to Justice John Paul Stevens on the Supreme Court. As a you ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Casey Veggies
Casey Joseph Jones (born July 18, 1993), better known by his stage name Casey Veggies, is an American rapper and songwriter from Los Angeles, California. Since 2007, he has released five independent mixtapes under LA clothing and management company Peas & Carrots Intl. His debut studio album, '' Live & Grow'', was released on September 25, 2015. Aside from his solo career, Casey was a founding member of the Los Angeles-based hip hop collective Odd Future. Career 2007–12: Career beginnings At the age of 14, Casey released his first mixtape, titled ''Customized Greatly Vol. 1''; while he was performing by his stage name at the time, Custom. Casey was one of the founding members of the hip hop collective Odd Future, appearing on the collective's first effort The Odd Future Tape, before he decided to branch out on his own, after his first mixtape release. In an interview with Respect Mag, Casey stated it as: "It’s hard to explain, really, but I just had more of a ifferentvisio ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
