South Africa saw talented artists present their full bodies of work for the nation to listen to so we thought it’d be interesting to rank our top 10 SA projects that were released in April 2021.
Top 10 SA projects: Amapiano and Hip-Hop dominate yet again!
We tried looking at a whole range of genres to incorporate into our list.
However, it seems like Amapiano and Hip-Hop are the biggest genres in Mzansi, especially with the impressive projects we received.
In this list, we’ve ranked what we believe to be solid bodies of work from South African musicians.
This includes not only albums but EP’s, LP’s and Mixtapes.
10. My Yoki Yoki – Vhudie
Former Idols winner released his heartwarming album titled My Yoki Yoki.
The album is filled with beautiful love songs, with songs like Uthando, Ndi Kho Penga, and My Yoki Yoki being the standout tracks.
This was one of the soul projects that impressed in April.
9. JUICEBOX – Lordkez
Lordkez recently released her four-track EP titled JUICEBOX.
This short project was a breath of fresh air from the jazzy Lo-Fi singer who decided to switch up the genre to a more upbeat style.
Although the project is so short, Rice Krispies alongside Money Badoo has been performing well.
8. Party With The English – Mr JazziQ
Party With The English was an interesting project from the established Amapiano producer.
Many people had mixed feelings about it believing Jazzi underperformed.
However, it was still one of the better projects to release in April with songs like Le Tin, Picture JunkPark, and Woza being tome standout tunes.
7. anti-hero complex – Lethabo Acid
Johannesburg rapper, Lethabo Acid returned to the world of Hip-Hop with a bang.
This truly is an exciting project from the young creative, bringing new and intriguing sounds into his craft.
Standout tracks were Prada Tears/La Costa Nostra, Mercedes, and his hit song Cream.
6. Queen – Ayanda Jiya
Ayanda Jiya brought us an entertaining project, combining elements of R&B and Hip-Hop.
Another bonus was her inclusion of Hip-Hop artists Kwesta, Flvme, Stogie T, and A-Reece on the project.
Standout tracks were Love Me, Talk To Me, and Don’t You Forget.
5. Rumble In The Jungle – DJ Maphorisa , Kabza De Small, and Tresor
The Scorpion Kings duo added another to their crew, having Tresor join their 2021 project.
This body of work is filled with some entertaining Amapiano tunes that had Mzansi dancing throughout the weekends.
Standout tracks were Stimela, Angela, and Folasade.
4. Gud Guluva – Kwesta
After five years of fans anxiously waiting, Kwesta finally released his follow-up album after his 2016 project, Dakar II.
We get to hear Kwesta explore new sounds and genres like his Amapiano inspired song titled Hamba Nawe alongside Thabsie.
Standout tracks were Hamba Nawe, Fire In The Ghetto, and Kubo.
3. Spirits of Makoela: The Renitroduction – Josiah De Disciple
Amapiano producer, Josiah De Disciple surprised his fans with the release of this project.
The project embodies traditional sounds and its’ African roots combining with the Amapiano sound gifting listeners some original sounding Amapiano tunes.
Standout tracks were Manuel, Khuzeka, and Sponono.
2. Nkulunkulu – Kamo Mphela
The popular dancer released her first solid body of work, releasing Nkulunkulu to the public.
This was a great attempt by the entertainer having songs with talented producers like Vigro Deep, Reece Madlisa, Major League Djz, and more.
The biggest song to come off this short EP was definitely Nkulunkulu.
1. Logan – Emtee
Emtee Da Hustler impressed the whole nation with the release of Logan, his heavily anticipated fifth studio album.
The album was emotional having the rapper telling his story about his life while creating some of the best hooks and verses from the Roll Up rapper.
Standout tracks were Laqhasha, Logan, and Long Way.