Hip-Hop Episodes

This is the story of one of South Africa's most promising hip-hop artists, filmed at the places that made him. We start at PEGG's high school, where he found hip-hop, fell in love with drama, and met the late Simon of PosterBoy. We end off at Dropkick Murphy's, the venue where he won an open mic that led to a Cotton Fest mixtape feature and a life-changing performance. PEGG breaks down: Why Glenwood's brotherhood shaped him The Alt vs Hip-Hop venue problem in Durban What makes a lyrici...

EP341: Twins, rhymes, & prison times?! Chyna The Artist gets real on fatherhood, the Durban Hip-Hop scene, and more! Help us continue making great content for listeners everywhere with Sludge Underground Podcast + Website https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://casualsex.store/pages/all-artist-stores/sludge-underground Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sludgeunderground TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@sludgeunderground YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxyLW9b_W81ETvby7J4wmwA Tw...

EP322: In this uncensored Sludge Underground interview, #AlphaVMr031 opens up about what went down behind the scenes at Maleningi Records, shares his stance on Durban artists and their lack of professionalism. He also candidly discusses his stint in prison, growing up in the LA inspired, narcotic engulfed hood of Sydenham, in Durban, the power and importance of carrying yourself as a brand, Sydenham crips & bloods, and more. With Lunathi and Nasiphi's hard-hitting questions, Alpha provides rare ...

EP320: Durban musician and choreographer; Mandé chats about the Durban music scene, his latest single, collaborators & more Support the show Website https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://www.sludgeunderground.com/store Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sludgeunderground TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@sludgeunderground YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxyLW9b_W81ETvby7J4wmwA Twitter https://twitter.com/Sludge031 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SludgeUnderground

EP314: From the welcoming arms of Durban, South Africa, we were thrilled to sit down with the first lady of Durban Hip-Hop, Lex LaFoy. We kicked off the session reflecting on Lex’s intriguing childhood, growing up with a pastor grandfather and a mother with a deep love for Hip-Hop. Her early exposure to this contrasting mix of influences laid the groundwork for her unique artistic persona. As she recounts dancing and rapping to Lauryn Hill and Jay-Z, you can't help but admire her journey from an...

EP313: Meet Aphi Tenza, a Durban artist that Marcel stumbled into. Join in as she talks about the move to New York, her beginnings in music, and managing expectations of a large social media audience. Her Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2rflLAMeq3JIO70e6D4ldg Support the show Website https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://www.sludgeunderground.com/store Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sludgeunderground TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@sludgeunderground YouTube https://www.y...

EP301: On this episode of Sludge Underground, Nasiphi Zwane and Don Calya discuss the importance of creating one's own sound and how to make it stand out in the music industry. They also talk about the differences between South Africa and Australia and how they can both be beneficial for an artist's career. They also discuss the struggles of being an artist in both countries and how to make the most of the opportunities available. They then take a detour into the fascinating journey of Don Caly...

Episode 298: Rap emcee MoPhunk chats about being influenced by private school and Soweto, how he established his record label and gives tips on how to make it as an artist in Johannesburg MoPhunk https://linktr.ee/MellowMoPhunk Support the showWebsite https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://www.sludgeunderground.com/store Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sludgeunderground TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@sludgeunderground YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxyLW9b_W81ETvby7J4wmw...

Episode 294: Venda-born Hip-Hop producer and 'U Itela Ene' hitmaker, Gee D'Art chats about his 'Venda Royalty' EP, why he is afraid of artificial intelligence, his move to Johannesburg and sheds some light on whether or not Joburg is as good as artists think it is No one should have to sacrifice their art or relationships in order to get things done. At the same time, it's important to remember that money is part of the equation; getting paid for your work is a must. I'm all about getting creat...

Episode 291: Nasiphi and Meagan go off the cuff with your favourite Aquarius Moon - Namakau Star. The VibeGoddess sheds light on authenticity as a compass, falling in love with the process, and creating with an abundant mindset. Fates aligned, Namakau Star speaks about living her faith, busking in Berlin, and working in the industry to feed her music Despite the frustration of rejections and not getting playlisted, I've learned that success involves paying attention to the details that are some...

Episode 288: Durban's shining light as far as multimedia personalities are concerned, Mereece Dry is on the show to chat about how she ended up on Durban Youth Radio, her acting ambitions, Durban vs Johannesburg, Durban Hip-Hop artists and their egos, gatekeeping, industry friends and more You never know where your opportunity lies, so stay humble! Being humble has been given me so many opportunities - don’t let arrogance get the best of you Mereece Dry https://www.instagram.com/me_reecedry Sl...

EP284: Andile & Treasure are chatting to one of Vryheid's best and one half of Groundzero, KayTee. They're touching on where it all began, new music, influences, the impact AKA's untimely death had on him & more Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Support the showWebsite https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://www.sludgeunderground.com/store Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sludgeunderground TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@sludgeunderground YouTube https://www.youtube...

EP280: MissHoli takes us on a journey that has seen her combine R&B and Hip-Hop to give listeners some of the finest Trapsoul music to come out of Vryheid. She's diving into how she keeps things professional with her MANager, who also happens to be her partner, some of Vryheid's shortcomings, her clothing brand & more MissHoli https://audiomack.com/nomholiwezizwe-sineqholo-kadumisa/songs Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Support the showWebsite https://www.sludgeunderground....

EP277: Evan Hope burst onto the scene in 2022 with his debut single 'Feel Alive' not too long after packing away his drumsticks for one of Durban's most promising Indie bands, South Wolves. On this episode we break down his name, the music video for his debut single, his move to South Korea, family, religion, whether we've seen the end of South Wolves & more Evan Hope https://myurls.co/evanhope Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com/ Support the show Website https://www.sludgeunde...

Episode 261: Nasiphi and Meagan get the golden hour from your favourite lightkeeper - Nu Edison. Tune in to hear Jozi’s wordsmith speak about being a student of the game and his journey of spiritual health as an antidote to the pressure of mass appeal. Together, we find out how letting go of things that no longer serve your purpose is key to understanding the eddy essence. We get privy to the origins of EMG, as well as the tea on his upcoming release. The honest rapper digs way down to deliver t...

Episode 256: Lunathi & Durban Hip-Hop artist, OB Magik breakdown his name, doing a song with the great Phuzekhemisi, his mom's initial ambitions for him, steering away from trapping about money & women, fatherhood in relation to how he makes his moves & a whole lot more OB Magik https://www.instagram.com/ob_magik Lunathi https://www.instagram.com/lunathii_drops Support the showWebsite https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://www.sludgeunderground.com/store Instagram https://www.instagram...

Episode 255: Lunathi chats to Hip-Hop artist Leigh Zoochi about what inspired her to dive into conscious rap, being the only girl amongst boys in her family, being a plus sized model, scriptwriter, actress & musician all at once, dealing with producers with ill intentions & a whole lot more Leigh Zoochi https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/leighz/w--a--y Lunathii Drops https://www.instagram.com/lunathii_drops/ Support the showWebsite https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://www.sludgeunderg...

Episode 254: We're catching up with Durban artist, PEGG, after the release of his debut EP 'In The City', which boasts features from the likes of Raheem Kemet & JABZinsanity. We'll be breaking down his name, his work with PosterBoy, his recent Joburg tour & more. He'll also be sharing his opinion on the state of Hip-Hop & collabs in Durban, plus future plans PEGG https://linktr.ee/peggdbn Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Sludge Merch https://www.sludgeunderground.com/store S...

Episode 252: Nasiphi and Meagan spend 60 minutes in space with your number one global citizen - Ava like Lava. The sludge empress serves pearl after pearl about growing up as a third culture kid and embracing all versions of the self through every era. If that’s not enough, we get precious details on Ava’s future musical offerings and a slice of what it’s like when we’re receptive to chance encounters. Sip on some lemonade and join us for a joyride. It’s Leo season, feel me? Ava like Lava https...

Episode 248: South African Hip-Hop artist VenusRaps on why she cut ties with her record label, the story behind her face tattoo, what she has to say to those that have been biting her style, her feelings towards artists that lie about their numbers, being an upcoming artist since 12 years old & a whole lot more VenusRaps https://electromodeza.lnk.to/HeirAr Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Limited Edition Sludge Merch https://casualsex.store/pages/all-artist-stores/sludge-und...

Episode 246: Dank Neighbourhood are the most must see South African creative collective at the moment so on this episode we're finding out about their origins & where they're headed Dank Neighbourhood https://linktr.ee/DankNeighbourhood Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Limited-Edition Sludge Merch https://casualsex.store/pages/all-artist-stores/sludge-underground Support the showWebsite https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://www.sludgeunderground.com/store Instagram...

EP241: PI$TOL POP hitmaker & Johannesburg artist Money Badoo takes us on her journey from recording over YouTube beats in her friend’s room, to being one of the biggest South African female artists right now. She also drops some exclusive info on her upcoming debut project PORN$TAR Money Badoo https://ffm.to/pistolpop Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Support the show Website https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://www.sludgeunderground.com/store Instagram https://www...

Episode 240: Former Palmtree Paradise member & Durban musician Axsion talks Wolves Only, Creative Market, The Werehouse, his latest project Kwaito Child Saga and more Axsion https://orcd.co/eroundini Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Support the showWebsite https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://www.sludgeunderground.com/store Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sludgeunderground TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@sludgeunderground YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel...

Episode 239: Artist, DJ & Producer, Tremaine G is on the show to chat about his upcoming EP, the artists he's collaborating with, how the late Solo introduced him to his management team, plans for 2022 & more DJ Tremaine G https://fanlink.to/gJJj Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Support the showWebsite https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://www.sludgeunderground.com/store Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sludgeunderground TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@sludgeunde...