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by Wavy.Sas so 2020Wayfly is not a name you hear every day. But when you do, you already know the speakers are about to shake. Born Tshepo Manana , the Sebokeng-based producer and hip-hop DJ has officially stepped into album territory with JAN TAPES , released on January 30 (with the drop date exclusively leaked by Wavy Kulture under his direction). The project is named after his late father, Jan Manana , and it is more than just a compilation — it’s a cultural timestamp for

South African rapper Leo Brown  has been building serious momentum over the past two years, carving out a lane defined by raw honesty, intricate writing, and an unfiltered emotional edge. From gaining traction through Instagram freestyle reels to delivering compelling performances on YouTube, Leo has slowly but steadily become one of SA’s most introspective new voices. But this year shifted something deeper. Following a difficult period in which he struggled with his mental h

text by Wavy.Sas so Before we even talk rap, you have to understand one thing — Khaya DoomAKU is different. A creative from Odendaalsrus, Free State , he’s proof that hard work and faith still cut through in a scene chasing trends. I first caught wind of him through young cats bumping “BUCKET”  in the streets — that moment said it all. In this conversation, DoomAKU opens up about his journey, the grind, and the patience it takes to build something undeniable. This is Khaya Do

From Bethlehem’s streets to Jozi’s stages, Nino Fresko is proving that honesty and hometown pride can take you far. Fresh off his project DIAL 058  and GO single , he sits down with us to unpack his journey, his lessons, and what’s next. You’ve often spoken about Bethlehem shaping who you are—what role did your hometown play in sparking your love for hip-hop? I think more than anything when I heard that there Sotho rappers that make music about our day-to-day experience—that

by Wavy.Sas so Lately, South African rappers have been dropping some really good music. The quality is there, the creativity is there but...

by WavySasso Yolanda Scott In the ever-evolving South African creative scene, there are a few names bubbling under the surface, quietly...

by Wavy Sasso My first encounter with Tshego Santana , Santilala , was late last year around November when I first heard “Bashimoney.”...

By Shaun Luke Beverley Hills 012 didn't start in a boardroom or as a neatly packaged idea, it started on the drunk birthday of one of our...

by Wavy.Sas so Justsam If you were to ask me “Who is Justsam?” , my answer goes back as far as I can remember. I’ve always made it a...

By Sensei Saint Katleho "Mokukadinepe" Tsolo Katleho Tsolo , better known as Mokukadinepe . To call him just a photographer would be like...

Hip-Hop lovers at HIP-HOP FLOOR By Wavy.Sas so / Wavy Kulture For a while, it felt like South African Hip Hop was slowly being nudged off...

By Wavy.Sas so / Wavy Kulture From the quiet corners of Kroonstad to the restless beats blasting in my gym sessions, Yung Prophet  is a...

Witnessing the Rise: Hemustbefabulous and the making of Injury Season By Wavy.Sas so / Wavy Kulture I still remember it vividly — my...