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María Zardoya Unveils Debut Solo Album as Not for Radio

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Coasters share whimsical new music video for “U Wanna?”

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  • María Zardoya Unveils Debut Solo Album as Not for Radio

    María Zardoya Unveils Debut Solo Album as Not for Radio


    3 October 2025
  • Bongeziwe Mabandla Announces “Solo Tour” – A Stripped Back Journey Across South Africa

    Bongeziwe Mabandla Announces “Solo Tour” – A Stripped Back Journey Across South Africa


    2 October 2025
  • Young Thug Returns in Orbit with Feature-Packed Fourth Album “UY Scuti”

    Young Thug Returns in Orbit with Feature-Packed Fourth Album “UY Scuti”


    1 October 2025
  • Phil Higgins Struggles With Imposter Syndrome on Her New Single and Video for “Empty Cup”

    Phil Higgins Struggles With Imposter Syndrome on Her New Single and Video for “Empty Cup”


    1 October 2025
  • Jazz Icon Gregory Porter Returns To South Africa This November

    Jazz Icon Gregory Porter Returns To South Africa This November


    30 September 2025

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PREMIERE: As we approach the inevitable end of year fatigue, @philhiggins_’ new music for her single “Empty Cup” couldn’t have come at a better time. “Empty Cup” wrestles with heavy themes of burnout, anxiety, and the pressure to keep giving when there’s nothing left — otherwise known as the Millennials’ curse — which makes the whole thing deeply relatable.Link in bio to watch it now.
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PREMIERE: As we approach the inevitable end of year fatigue, @philhiggins_’ new music for her single “Empty Cup” couldn’t have come at a better time. “Empty Cup” wrestles with heavy themes of burnout, anxiety, and the pressure to keep giving when there’s nothing left — otherwise known as the Millennials’ curse — which makes the whole thing deeply relatable.Link in bio to watch it now.
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Still glowing from the magic of our September #AfterDark25 at @2oceansaquarium with the incredible @jacques_moolman_official & @wrenhinds. What a way to close out the 2025 season!Endless gratitude to @mark_fitzy for keeping the vibe alive all night, every night, and to @audio.pimps for another flawless production. 📸 @laura.mcc_zaThat’s a wrap on After Dark this year — thank you for diving in with us, and we’ll see you soon. 🐠
Still glowing from the magic of our September #AfterDark25 at @2oceansaquarium with the incredible @jacques_moolman_official & @wrenhinds. What a way to close out the 2025 season!Endless gratitude to @mark_fitzy for keeping the vibe alive all night, every night, and to @audio.pimps for another flawless production. 📸 @laura.mcc_zaThat’s a wrap on After Dark this year — thank you for diving in with us, and we’ll see you soon. 🐠
Still glowing from the magic of our September #AfterDark25 at @2oceansaquarium with the incredible @jacques_moolman_official & @wrenhinds. What a way to close out the 2025 season!Endless gratitude to @mark_fitzy for keeping the vibe alive all night, every night, and to @audio.pimps for another flawless production. 📸 @laura.mcc_zaThat’s a wrap on After Dark this year — thank you for diving in with us, and we’ll see you soon. 🐠
Still glowing from the magic of our September #AfterDark25 at @2oceansaquarium with the incredible @jacques_moolman_official & @wrenhinds. What a way to close out the 2025 season!Endless gratitude to @mark_fitzy for keeping the vibe alive all night, every night, and to @audio.pimps for another flawless production. 📸 @laura.mcc_zaThat’s a wrap on After Dark this year — thank you for diving in with us, and we’ll see you soon. 🐠
Still glowing from the magic of our September #AfterDark25 at @2oceansaquarium with the incredible @jacques_moolman_official & @wrenhinds. What a way to close out the 2025 season!Endless gratitude to @mark_fitzy for keeping the vibe alive all night, every night, and to @audio.pimps for another flawless production. 📸 @laura.mcc_zaThat’s a wrap on After Dark this year — thank you for diving in with us, and we’ll see you soon. 🐠
Still glowing from the magic of our September #AfterDark25 at @2oceansaquarium with the incredible @jacques_moolman_official & @wrenhinds. What a way to close out the 2025 season!Endless gratitude to @mark_fitzy for keeping the vibe alive all night, every night, and to @audio.pimps for another flawless production. 📸 @laura.mcc_zaThat’s a wrap on After Dark this year — thank you for diving in with us, and we’ll see you soon. 🐠
Still glowing from the magic of our September #AfterDark25 at @2oceansaquarium with the incredible @jacques_moolman_official & @wrenhinds. What a way to close out the 2025 season!Endless gratitude to @mark_fitzy for keeping the vibe alive all night, every night, and to @audio.pimps for another flawless production. 📸 @laura.mcc_zaThat’s a wrap on After Dark this year — thank you for diving in with us, and we’ll see you soon. 🐠
Still glowing from the magic of our September #AfterDark25 at @2oceansaquarium with the incredible @jacques_moolman_official & @wrenhinds. What a way to close out the 2025 season!Endless gratitude to @mark_fitzy for keeping the vibe alive all night, every night, and to @audio.pimps for another flawless production. 📸 @laura.mcc_zaThat’s a wrap on After Dark this year — thank you for diving in with us, and we’ll see you soon. 🐠
Still glowing from the magic of our September #AfterDark25 at @2oceansaquarium with the incredible @jacques_moolman_official & @wrenhinds. What a way to close out the 2025 season!Endless gratitude to @mark_fitzy for keeping the vibe alive all night, every night, and to @audio.pimps for another flawless production. 📸 @laura.mcc_zaThat’s a wrap on After Dark this year — thank you for diving in with us, and we’ll see you soon. 🐠
Still glowing from the magic of our September #AfterDark25 at @2oceansaquarium with the incredible @jacques_moolman_official & @wrenhinds. What a way to close out the 2025 season!Endless gratitude to @mark_fitzy for keeping the vibe alive all night, every night, and to @audio.pimps for another flawless production. 📸 @laura.mcc_zaThat’s a wrap on After Dark this year — thank you for diving in with us, and we’ll see you soon. 🐠
Still glowing from the magic of our September #AfterDark25 at @2oceansaquarium with the incredible @jacques_moolman_official & @wrenhinds. What a way to close out the 2025 season!Endless gratitude to @mark_fitzy for keeping the vibe alive all night, every night, and to @audio.pimps for another flawless production. 📸 @laura.mcc_zaThat’s a wrap on After Dark this year — thank you for diving in with us, and we’ll see you soon. 🐠
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Still glowing from the magic of our September #AfterDark25 at @2oceansaquarium with the incredible @jacques_moolman_official & @wrenhinds. What a way to close out the 2025 season!Endless gratitude to @mark_fitzy for keeping the vibe alive all night, every night, and to @audio.pimps for another flawless production. 📸 @laura.mcc_zaThat’s a wrap on After Dark this year — thank you for diving in with us, and we’ll see you soon. 🐠
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Globally celebrated DJ-producer @blondish is bringing her signature @welcometoabracadabra show to South Africa with two special gigs on 30 January 2026 at Old Park Station in Johannesburg, and 31 January 2026 at The Ostrich Farm in Cape Town. Originally from Canada, BLOND:ISH has forged decades of influence into immersive party spaces across cities like Ibiza, Los Angeles, and London.Link in bio to find out more.
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Globally celebrated DJ-producer @blondish is bringing her signature @welcometoabracadabra show to South Africa with two special gigs on 30 January 2026 at Old Park Station in Johannesburg, and 31 January 2026 at The Ostrich Farm in Cape Town. Originally from Canada, BLOND:ISH has forged decades of influence into immersive party spaces across cities like Ibiza, Los Angeles, and London.Link in bio to find out more.
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August’s edition of #AfterDark25 at @2oceansaquarium with @giulietteprice & @marsbabymusic was a super special evening where we discovered new musical talent against one of the best backdrops in the country.See you tonight for the final edition for the year.🎥 @befokfilms
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August’s edition of #AfterDark25 at @2oceansaquarium with @giulietteprice & @marsbabymusic was a super special evening where we discovered new musical talent against one of the best backdrops in the country.See you tonight for the final edition for the year.🎥 @befokfilms
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After a life-threatening emergency forced @thedirtyskirts to hit pause, bassist @mauricepaliaga has made a miraculous recovery. Their new single “Bleeding Out” celebrates survival with a twisted, post-punk fervour — a love song tangled in devotion and destruction, wrapping you tight like a winter coat of stitched from your lover’s skin.Read more at the link in bio.
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After a life-threatening emergency forced @thedirtyskirts to hit pause, bassist @mauricepaliaga has made a miraculous recovery. Their new single “Bleeding Out” celebrates survival with a twisted, post-punk fervour — a love song tangled in devotion and destruction, wrapping you tight like a winter coat of stitched from your lover’s skin.Read more at the link in bio.
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🎉 GIVEAWAY 🎉Want in on @jagermeistersouthafrica’s #HausOfKühl2025? We’ve got 4 tickets and a Jägermeister hamper up for grabs!Here’s the deal:
🧃 Hit follow on @texxandthecity & @jagermeistersouthafrica
🧃 Tag the 3 legends you’d party with.
🧃 Share this to your story.Winner announced Tuesday, 23 September at 5pm.
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🎉 GIVEAWAY 🎉Want in on @jagermeistersouthafrica’s #HausOfKühl2025? We’ve got 4 tickets and a Jägermeister hamper up for grabs!Here’s the deal: 🧃 Hit follow on @texxandthecity & @jagermeistersouthafrica 🧃 Tag the 3 legends you’d party with. 🧃 Share this to your story.Winner announced Tuesday, 23 September at 5pm.
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More than just a party, @welovetoytoy’s 14th birthday promises to honour the community that has shaped them as leaders in Joburg’s underground electronic scene.With iconic Amsterdam selector @shinedoe_artist headlining a line-up of TOYTOY residents and local legends, expect familiar chaos on the dance floor and a night that reaffirms why TOYTOY remains one of the country’s most respected nightlife collectives.Link in bio for all the deets.
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More than just a party, @welovetoytoy’s 14th birthday promises to honour the community that has shaped them as leaders in Joburg’s underground electronic scene.With iconic Amsterdam selector @shinedoe_artist headlining a line-up of TOYTOY residents and local legends, expect familiar chaos on the dance floor and a night that reaffirms why TOYTOY remains one of the country’s most respected nightlife collectives.Link in bio for all the deets.
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IT'S @TWENTYONEPILOTS DAY!#Breach is officially out but we're still on a high from the epic Listening Session that we had at @SurfaRosaCT last Wednesday. Swipe for snaps of people living their absolute best lives and hit the link in bio for the full gallery. 🖤♥️
IT'S @TWENTYONEPILOTS DAY!#Breach is officially out but we're still on a high from the epic Listening Session that we had at @SurfaRosaCT last Wednesday. Swipe for snaps of people living their absolute best lives and hit the link in bio for the full gallery. 🖤♥️
IT'S @TWENTYONEPILOTS DAY!#Breach is officially out but we're still on a high from the epic Listening Session that we had at @SurfaRosaCT last Wednesday. Swipe for snaps of people living their absolute best lives and hit the link in bio for the full gallery. 🖤♥️
IT'S @TWENTYONEPILOTS DAY!#Breach is officially out but we're still on a high from the epic Listening Session that we had at @SurfaRosaCT last Wednesday. Swipe for snaps of people living their absolute best lives and hit the link in bio for the full gallery. 🖤♥️
IT'S @TWENTYONEPILOTS DAY!#Breach is officially out but we're still on a high from the epic Listening Session that we had at @SurfaRosaCT last Wednesday. Swipe for snaps of people living their absolute best lives and hit the link in bio for the full gallery. 🖤♥️
IT'S @TWENTYONEPILOTS DAY!#Breach is officially out but we're still on a high from the epic Listening Session that we had at @SurfaRosaCT last Wednesday. Swipe for snaps of people living their absolute best lives and hit the link in bio for the full gallery. 🖤♥️
IT'S @TWENTYONEPILOTS DAY!#Breach is officially out but we're still on a high from the epic Listening Session that we had at @SurfaRosaCT last Wednesday. Swipe for snaps of people living their absolute best lives and hit the link in bio for the full gallery. 🖤♥️
IT'S @TWENTYONEPILOTS DAY!#Breach is officially out but we're still on a high from the epic Listening Session that we had at @SurfaRosaCT last Wednesday. Swipe for snaps of people living their absolute best lives and hit the link in bio for the full gallery. 🖤♥️
IT'S @TWENTYONEPILOTS DAY!#Breach is officially out but we're still on a high from the epic Listening Session that we had at @SurfaRosaCT last Wednesday. Swipe for snaps of people living their absolute best lives and hit the link in bio for the full gallery. 🖤♥️
IT'S @TWENTYONEPILOTS DAY!#Breach is officially out but we're still on a high from the epic Listening Session that we had at @SurfaRosaCT last Wednesday. Swipe for snaps of people living their absolute best lives and hit the link in bio for the full gallery. 🖤♥️
IT'S @TWENTYONEPILOTS DAY!#Breach is officially out but we're still on a high from the epic Listening Session that we had at @SurfaRosaCT last Wednesday. Swipe for snaps of people living their absolute best lives and hit the link in bio for the full gallery. 🖤♥️
IT'S @TWENTYONEPILOTS DAY!#Breach is officially out but we're still on a high from the epic Listening Session that we had at @SurfaRosaCT last Wednesday. Swipe for snaps of people living their absolute best lives and hit the link in bio for the full gallery. 🖤♥️
IT'S @TWENTYONEPILOTS DAY!#Breach is officially out but we're still on a high from the epic Listening Session that we had at @SurfaRosaCT last Wednesday. Swipe for snaps of people living their absolute best lives and hit the link in bio for the full gallery. 🖤♥️
IT'S @TWENTYONEPILOTS DAY!#Breach is officially out but we're still on a high from the epic Listening Session that we had at @SurfaRosaCT last Wednesday. Swipe for snaps of people living their absolute best lives and hit the link in bio for the full gallery. 🖤♥️
IT'S @TWENTYONEPILOTS DAY!#Breach is officially out but we're still on a high from the epic Listening Session that we had at @SurfaRosaCT last Wednesday. Swipe for snaps of people living their absolute best lives and hit the link in bio for the full gallery. 🖤♥️
IT'S @TWENTYONEPILOTS DAY!#Breach is officially out but we're still on a high from the epic Listening Session that we had at @SurfaRosaCT last Wednesday. Swipe for snaps of people living their absolute best lives and hit the link in bio for the full gallery. 🖤♥️
IT'S @TWENTYONEPILOTS DAY!#Breach is officially out but we're still on a high from the epic Listening Session that we had at @SurfaRosaCT last Wednesday. Swipe for snaps of people living their absolute best lives and hit the link in bio for the full gallery. 🖤♥️
IT'S @TWENTYONEPILOTS DAY!#Breach is officially out but we're still on a high from the epic Listening Session that we had at @SurfaRosaCT last Wednesday. Swipe for snaps of people living their absolute best lives and hit the link in bio for the full gallery. 🖤♥️
IT'S @TWENTYONEPILOTS DAY!#Breach is officially out but we're still on a high from the epic Listening Session that we had at @SurfaRosaCT last Wednesday. Swipe for snaps of people living their absolute best lives and hit the link in bio for the full gallery. 🖤♥️
IT'S @TWENTYONEPILOTS DAY!#Breach is officially out but we're still on a high from the epic Listening Session that we had at @SurfaRosaCT last Wednesday. Swipe for snaps of people living their absolute best lives and hit the link in bio for the full gallery. 🖤♥️
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IT'S @TWENTYONEPILOTS DAY!#Breach is officially out but we're still on a high from the epic Listening Session that we had at @SurfaRosaCT last Wednesday. Swipe for snaps of people living their absolute best lives and hit the link in bio for the full gallery. 🖤♥️
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Last night in Cape Town at @surfarosa, 80 ultimate @twentyonepilots fans got a world exclusive preview of the duo's upcoming album #Breach and it was one for the books.A huge shout to the team at Surfa & @silenteventssa for helping us pull off an epic Listening Session where we sang our little hearts out while we made new friends in music.The album drops tomorrow! Stay sharp! ♥️🖤🎥 @befokfilms
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Last night in Cape Town at @surfarosa, 80 ultimate @twentyonepilots fans got a world exclusive preview of the duo's upcoming album #Breach and it was one for the books.A huge shout to the team at Surfa & @silenteventssa for helping us pull off an epic Listening Session where we sang our little hearts out while we made new friends in music.The album drops tomorrow! Stay sharp! ♥️🖤🎥 @befokfilms
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