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EPISODE · May 21, 2026 · 10 MIN

South African Hip-Hop's Fastest Rising Artist

from Sludge Underground Podcast · host Sludge Underground

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 himThe Alt vs Hip-Hop venue problem in DurbanWhat makes a lyricist (MF DOOM style)Working with Luukhanyo, Risky T, Mash Beats, and moreWhy Durban needs its own Cotton Fest or Back to the CityFilmed on location at Glenwood High School and Dropkick Murphy's, Durban.Crew: Rowan DeyselProducer: Nasiphi Zwane#PEGG #SouthAfricanHipHop #CottonFest #DurbanMusic #DropkickMurphys #SludgeUnderground #sahiphop 🎧 Stream PEGG's music:https://open.spotify.com/artist/0mLscN8soRzzpD5z8WC42B?si=FffcW303SjCaS2TvsgCSPg🔗 Follow PEGG:https://www.instagram.com/pegg.dbnExplore our exclusive merch store for unique and high-quality items inspired by our podcast! From stylish t-shirts to snug beanies, there’s something for every listener. Show your support and grab your favourite merch today!Support the showHelp us continue making great content for listeners everywhere by subscribing to Sludge Underground Podcast +Websitehttps://www.sludgeunderground.comMerchhttps://sludgeunderground.store/Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/sludgeundergroundTikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@sludgeundergroundYouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@sludgeundergroundTwitterhttps://twitter.com/Sludge031Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/SludgeUnderground

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...

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