Episodes

In this episode, SeezyRay sits down with rising South African pop artist Anica Kiana for a heartfelt and honest conversation about music, growth, and everything in between. Anica takes us back to her beginnings, from posting ...

This week, we’re excited to be unpacking 'Moments After', the latest EP from one of SA’s most consistent R&B voices, Rowlene. It’s soulful, reflective, and all about healing after the storm. With standout tracks like “Losing ...

This week, it's all about The Big Bro Theory, the latest album from SA hip-hop legend Kwesta. With features from Blxckie, Amanda Black, Nkosazana Daughter, Thabsie, Blaq Diamond, and more, the project sees Kwesta step fully i...

This week on The Best Kept Secret Podcast, we're spotlighting Kane Keid's debut album, Not Famous. Released on April 30, 2025, this nine-track project offers a candid exploration of the challenges faced by emerging artists na...

We're back with another deep dive into the latest from one of our favorite artists, SAMA-winning singer-songwriter lordkez. Her latest project, You, Me & The 90’s, is a heartfelt homage to the 90s R&B era, blending deep-roote...

This week on The Best Kept Secret Podcast, we're diving into Chipego's much-anticipated debut album: Don't Forget To Remember. Blending neo-soul, amapiano, Afro-Tech, and R&B, Chipego crafts a sound that's both authentic and ...

This week on The Best Kept Secret Podcast, we're diving into K.Keed's highly anticipated debut album, Bite The Bullet. In this episode, we break down the standout tracks, discuss K.Keed's lyrical depth, and examine how Bite T...

This week, we're diving into MSRYLUV$CMPNY, the latest album from one of our favorites, Money Badoo. The anticipated album is a journey of self-discovery, transformation, and resilience, blending alternative hip-hop, R&B, and...

This week, we're diving into Mars Baby's much-anticipated debut album, Handsome Luke & The Heartbreakers. As a Cape Town-born, Johannesburg-based producer, multi-instrumentalist, and singer-songwriter, The album showcases his...

We’re back! It’s a new year, and we’re starting things off strong with a deep dive into one of our favorite albums of 2024—Red October: Induction by Tony Dayimane. This rising star in SA hip-hop brought the heat with a projec...

In this episode of The Best Kept Secret Podcast, we dive deep into Usimamane’s highly anticipated album, "20th: Days Before Maude." Following his smash debut EP in 2023, Usimamane has managed to capture the hearts and ears of...

In this episode of The Best Kept Secret Podcast, we dive into Elaine's latest album, STONE COLD HEART. From the soulful highs to the moments that left us wanting more, we unpack the standout tracks, the themes she explores, a...

In this episode of The Best Kept Secret Podcast, we dive into Mikhalé Jones' latest album, TOO MANY PROMISES. Known for her unique blend of R&B, soul, and contemporary flair, Mikhalé delivers a deeply personal project that ex...

In this episode of The Best Kept Secret Podcast, we dive deep into Marcus Harvey’s latest offering, Now You Know Me (NYKM). Signed to the influential Stay Low label, Harvey brings his soulful, introspective style to a 10-trac...

Sio is a South African singer-songwriter known for her soulful and poetic lyrics. Sarang, released in 2023, is an album that delves into themes of love, heartache, and healing. The title "Sarang" is a Korean word for "love," ...

In this episode of TBKS Podcast, we dive deep into the intricate soundscapes and lyrical prowess of ZuluMecca's latest EP, "SEAMS." Join us as we explore the threads that weave together this compelling project, unraveling the...

Welcome back to our show! Today, we're diving into the vibrant world of EASY FREAK, the pop-funk fusion duo we can't get enough of. They've just dropped their highly-anticipated third album, "Everything's Blurred But You," an...

In this episode, we dive deep into the much-anticipated debut album, ON AIR, by the incredibly talented Filah Lah Lah. After capturing our hearts with her impressive EPs and singles, Filah Lah Lah delivers her most vulnerable...

Congolese-Irish rapper, singer and songwriter Nyota Parker, who hails from Cape Town released one of the best hip-hop albums of the first quarter of 2024. The album, titled, "Intrusive Thoughts" Nyota Parker takes listeners o...

From making YouTube videos in her bedroom to having one of the biggest songs of 2023, Tyla has seen quite the meteoric rise to stardom in the last 12 months. While we, as TBKS Podcast, have been covering Tyla's music journey ...

After several delays, a few bumps on the road, and a couple of years later, The Big Hash finally released his anticipated sophomore album: HEARTBREAK HOTEL. As the title suggests, the album follows themes of love and loss. Th...

On this week's episode we are discussing the latest project by R&B singer-songwriter and producer, 2AM. The project is titled: For You, Forever and it features the likes of Phiwo, Sandrahhh along with Karabo and Tineke. The 8...

On this episode we discuss what it means to be an "Industry Plant" in today's musical climate and also unpack the ongoing issue between streaming platforms and artists. Many artists argue that streaming platforms pay them unf...

As we continue our Mars Baby Week on the show, on this episode, we are back with an in-depth review of "Luna" the latest EP from the man himself, Mars Baby. The team unpacks the different elements that make this body of work ...