By Katlego Sekhu Samthing Soweto spent the last couple of days in KZN looking for Scelo, the guy who sings the popular Tik Tok song Indandatho. Sicelo gained popularity after performing his song at a taxi rank in KZN. Samthing Soweto wanted to play him a track he recorded incorporating lyrics from Indandatho. After going on a two-day search, Samthing eventually found Scelo and played him the record - his […]
By Katlego Sekhu While catching up with 959 Breakfast with Dineo and Sol on Wednesday morning, talented singer/songwriter Samthing Soweto opens up about prioritising his mental and physical health. Samthing Soweto says he starts his mornings with "a jog, eats fruits and takes vitamins every day." The Magents hitmaker went through a phase in his life where "he wasn't in the mood to record music." He says this has happened […]
By: Natasha Archary Podcaster Rea Gopane has once again stuck his foot in his mouth by taking a personal stab at Samthing Soweto and his mental health. Earlier this month, the Amagents singer opened up about his struggles with depression. The singer was absent from social media due to his depression and shared that he gave negative thoughts power over him. While many fans rallied behind the amapiano vocalist, Rea […]
Kaya 959 Reporter Samthing Soweto has officially returned with new music. The much-awaited track Amagents by award-winning musician Samthing Soweto has been made available. The musician described the song as a "simple yet complex message from a father to his daughter" on social media before it was officially released. A simple yet complex message from a Father to his DAUGHTER.#Amagents coming out tomorrow! pic.twitter.com/21xZmKLOy1— Samkelo (@samthingsoweto) June 23, 2022 The […]
By: Natasha Archary Fans rallied behind South African artist Samthing Soweto after he opened up about his depression on social media. Apologising for being silent in recent weeks, the singer said it because he was dealing with major self-doubt. "I'm sorry for the silences. I thought I was whack, but today I only discovered how dope I am. #depression." https://twitter.com/samthingsoweto/status/1537879240896417793?s=20&t=etmsxgkLDEqx8g6XbyOadA The prolific amapiano vocalist made a return to social media […]
Kaya 959 Reporter Samthing Soweto has apologized to his followers for putting the music on hold. The Akanamali hitmaker sent shockwaves on social media in May when he posted selfies of himself on social media. Many people suspected he was battling an illness as a result of his rapid weight reduction. Samthing expressed his gratitude for the affection and concern he received as a result of his weight loss in […]
Kaya 959 Reporter Samthing Soweto denies horrifying theories about what caused his dramatic weight loss. The musician stunned fans recently after posting selfies of himself on social media that made many social media suspect that his health had deteriorated. It was supposed that he was battling an illness, and admirers worried about him sent him emails and sent prayers. Samthing expressed his gratitude for the affection and concern he received […]
By: Natasha Archary Samthing Soweto has clapped back at Jub Jub's views on him as a singer. Taking to his social media the singer took a shot at Jub Jub for saying he sings like a "harlot". Jub Jub made the comments during his controversial interview on Podcast and Chill with MacG. It seems he hasn't forgiven Samthing Soweto for refusing to work with him on the remix to Ndikhokhele. […]
By Zuko Komisa Ahead of dropping his critically acclaimed album Isiphithiphithi, Samkelo Lelethu Mdolomba, also known as Samthing Soweto, joined Tbose for My Top 10 At 10. Best known for his unique style of music, he hails from Soweto, but briefly stayed in the Eastern Cape. He started his career as one of the founding members of the South African acapella group The Soil. Inspiration, Growth, and music As […]
WITH XOLA DLWATI: SATURDAYS 12:00 -15:00 Spade of Hearts is a fuse of love and soulful sounds, pulling at your heartstrings. Tune in for songs that will take you down memory lane. It is the sound that once dominated your playlist. It airs Sundays 12:00 – 15:00.
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The World Show is informative, expansive, and largely pan-African. This is a musical journey that bridges generations and genres, travelling across continents and timelines, with in-depth interviews and features. ‘The World Show’ is a four-hour global journey through sound – featuring the freshest tracks from home and afar.
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He has held it down in the world of mid-morning radio with the best music, riveting topics, brilliant mixes and interesting guests. Every weekday, The Best T proves why he is the BEST by connecting to you like only your bro or favourite uncle could. He lets his listeners dictate the songs they want to hear in the ever-popular Top 10 at 10, and his Three Teaspoons never run out. Catch The Best T in the City Mondays to Fridays from 09h00 to 12h00.
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Feel good about feeling good! That's exactly what The Feel-Good show is about. An escape from the negativity that surrounds us, indulging you in good feels. Pass it on to one and all. Spread the good feeling around Gauteng with Andy Maqondwana.
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