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CASTLE LITE TOOK FAN EXPERIENCES TO THE NEXT LEVEL AS THEY UNLOCKED AT TRAVIS SCOTT’S CIRCUS MAXIMUS
Castle Lite didn’t just pull up with the Travis Scott Circus Maximus concert — they flipped the whole of Jozi into one giant pre-party. From the Gautrain to the Goldrush Dome, every stop was a vibe.
On the 11th of October, Johannesburg moved different. What started as an ordinary commute quickly turned into a festival in motion when Castle Lite hit the “unlock” button. Train stations were buzzing with live street acts, exclusive QR drops, and branded setups guiding fans straight into the ultimate Unlocks Experience.
And then, out of nowhere Zakes Bantwini took over the Gautrain with a live DJ set on the move. Yup, you read that right. One minute, it’s a normal ride; next thing, it’s a full-on party on the tracks. Phones out, vibes high, and Joburg’s heartbeat synced to the beat.

Castle Lite made sure the trip was as smooth as the drink — Gautrain to Gaubus straight to the gates, no stress, all energy. The journey itself became part of the story.
The Goldrush Dome: A Whole New Level of Litness 💡🎶
Once fans landed, the energy didn’t drop, it elevated. Inside the Dome, 3 500 fans got front-row access to immersive soundscapes, bold activations, surprise collabs, and merch drops that had everyone talking. Every corner felt like a discovery zone, part concert, part cultural experience.
Then came the Hip Hop showcase. Kwesta did what only a G.O.A.T can do — curated a lineup that slapped hard: A-Reece, Touchline, and 25K on one stage, bridging heritage and the new school with ease.

By the time Travis Scott stormed the main stage, the crowd was already unlocked to the max. The build-up had done its job, energy through the roof, fans screaming every lyric like it was gospel.
The Afterglow: Hip Hop Meets Amapiano, The City Stays Awake 🌃💫
When Travis wrapped up, the night didn’t end, it just shifted. Castle Lite kept the turn-up alive with a mash-up set featuring Focalistic, Blxckie, Young Stunna, and Soweto’s elite dancers. It was Hip Hop meets Amapiano, culture meets chaos — Litness confirmed.
“From surprise performances on the Gautrain to immersive activations and high-energy performances, every touchpoint was built with our fans in mind,” said Colleen Duvenage, Castle Lite’s Brand Director. “We wanted them to feel the journey — the culture, the energy, the legacy of what Castle Lite Unlocks stands for.”
The Verdict
This wasn’t just a concert. It was a blueprint for what fan-first experiences should look like. Castle Lite proved that live music doesn’t just entertain — it transforms, connects, and leaves memories that live rent-free in your head.



















Spotted in the Mix 👀
- Bontle Modiselle & Priddy Ugly
- Senzo Radebe
- Sandile Mahlangu & Mbali Nkosi
- Mvelo Makhanya
- BU Mthembu
- Dippy Padi
- Buntu Petse
- Scoop Makhathini
- Slikour
- Lesedi Matsunyane
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“Four Horsemen” By Stogie T Featuring Nasty C, Maggz And A-Reece Gets Visual
togie T has flipped the script once again, turning his heavyweight posse cut “Four Horsemen” into a striking animated experience that feels more like a short film than a traditional music video. Instead of simply visualising the track, the new release reshapes its apocalyptic energy into a vivid, comic-inspired universe where lyricism meets cinematic storytelling.
Originally featured on his acclaimed album ANOMY, the record already stood tall as a meeting point of sharp pens and commanding voices. Now, the AI-enhanced visuals amplify its intensity, translating haunting bars into moving imagery that feels both futuristic and mythic.
The result is not just a video rollout but a creative statement — proof that innovation and storytelling still sit at the heart of South African hip hop’s evolution.
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Brie Lee, Blue K, Efa & Yara Lane’s “Singenile” Is Taking The Internet By Storm
South African hip hop is experiencing a refreshing shift as Brie Lee, Blue K, Efa and Yara Lane come together on their powerful new single Singenile.
Released less than a week ago, Singenile is already performing impressively across streaming platforms and social media, proving that the momentum behind young female rappers in South Africa is real and growing fast. The song has been spreading organically, with listeners praising both its sound and its message.
SA Hip Hop 247 also amplified the movement by sharing the track on X, where it quickly caught attention and sparked conversation across timelines.
Cape Town female rappers mean business for real🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/lqOzYhmSkV
— SA HIP HOP 247 🌍 (@sahiphop247) January 14, 2026
What makes Singenile stand out is how equally each rapper holds her own. Brie Lee, Blue K, Efa and Yara Lane all deliver confident, high energy verses that showcase hunger, lyrical sharpness and individuality. There is no lead or support role here, just four artists moving as one and pushing the culture forward together.
Twitter streets went into full support mode shortly after the release. One user, Erykah’s Gun (@_Khanyisiile), captured the general feeling around the song by tweeting:
This is so refreshing. We need young women rappers. https://t.co/jqP4YElK4v
— Erykah’s Gun (@_Khanyisiile) January 14, 2026
I wonder if one day we will be credited for making room for women in hip hop…..especially my generation of soul sisters https://t.co/yPrTHHUQfz
— NtsikiMazwaiMedia (@ntsikimazwai) January 14, 2026
Nota also cosigned the record.
Khanyi Mavi reborn… https://t.co/siGEuFHoT1
— MORAL Authority (@lavidaNOTA) January 14, 2026
Another user, gqimm shelele💎 (@MaDhlomo_), highlighted the importance of women opening doors for one another in the genre, tweeting:
Dee walked so everyone could run😭🙏🏽 https://t.co/wjwlwQUyZe
— gqimm shelele💎 (@MaDhlomo_) January 15, 2026
The conversation didn’t stop there. Veteran poet and cultural voice Ntsiki Mazwai also weighed in, raising an important point about recognition and legacy. She tweeted:
I wonder if one day we will be credited for making room for women in hip hop…..especially my generation of soul sisters https://t.co/yPrTHHUQfz
— NtsikiMazwaiMedia (@ntsikimazwai) January 14, 2026
Her words highlight a deeper layer behind the success of Singenile. While the spotlight is rightly on Brie Lee, Blue K, Efa and Yara Lane, their rise is connected to years of groundwork laid by women who pushed for space, visibility and respect in a male dominated industry.
Singenile therefore feels like more than just a trending single. It is part of a larger story about continuity, acknowledgment and progress. Young women are not only stepping into hip hop, they are thriving, collaborating and shifting narratives, while also reminding the culture to remember those who made it possible.
With the song still in its early days and already making noise, one thing is clear: this is not a moment, it is a movement.
Listen to Singenile Below
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Is AMAPIANO genre dying?
The Rise, Transformation, and Future of Amapiano briefly explained.
Amapiano has grown into one of South Africa’s most popular sounds, blending unique beats and rhythms that continue to capture audiences locally and globally, while some question its future and how the genre might be dying, let’s delve into the factors that cause that & what is happening.
The Rise, Transformation, and Future of Amapiano briefly explained.
Amapiano has grown into one of South Africa’s most popular sounds, blending unique beats and rhythms that continue to capture audiences locally and globally, while some question its future and how the genre might be dying, let’s delve into the factors that cause that & what is happening.
Amapiano is not dying in the sense that the audience is dropping. The numbers are still increasing in Amapiano, but the mega superstar era seems to be coming to an end because many artists are making it now, and they step over each other’s rise to becoming mega stars. The genre has peaked, and it is unlikely to peak higher than it did in past years.It won’t die. It will remain very high, but one thing could happen that would make it look like it died in the coming years, and that is evolution. Black people aren’t known for keeping one sound the same over and over. Black people are music, so what will start appearing more often is Amapiano crossing over into other genres through experimental sounds that may morph it into something else. Crossovers with Afro beats, kwaito, and hip hop have already begun.With sounds like 3 step coming in, it may never peak where Amapiano once peaked, but Amapiano may combine with it to evolve the sound. It is likely to become something harder to identify as piano, similar to how RnB is difficult to identify nowadays, but the genre will remain, at least in this lifetime.And surprisingly, it continues spreading globally. As normalised as it is in SA, it is still a sound others are learning or getting used to out there.
What are your thoughts on the genre. Hit us in the socials comments, we’re looking forward to hearing from you.