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Soweto Magz Podcast
by SOWETO MAGZ NETWORK
Soweto Magz: The Culture Moves With Us Curated by Shembas MhlabaWonke, Soweto Magz is more than a podcast, it’s a cultural platform dedicated to documenting, shaping, and amplifying the voice of the streets. Soweto Magz explores hip-hop beyond the music unpacking the stories, hustle, fashion, lifestyle, and mindset driving the culture forward. What to expect: • Unfiltered conversations with artists, DJs, creatives, athletes, and cultural leaders. • Spotlight features on emerging talent and underground movements. • Deep dives into hip-hop’s influence on fashion, lifestyle, sport, and identity • Exclusive behind-the-scenes access to events, music videos, and cultural moments • Articles, editorials, interviews, and visual storytelling covering the pulse of the culture. From podcasts and live interviews to written features and event coverage, Soweto Magz exists to give the culture a voice and a platform. <br /
Episodes
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Soweto Magz Podcast S06EP01 | We're Back. A New Season. A New Direction.
📢 Correction: During this episode, I mistakenly refer to this as Season 5. This is officially the launch of Season 6 of the Soweto Magz Podcast. Thank you for your continued support and for being part of this new chapter. Welcome to Season 6: We're Back. A New Season. A New Direction. The Soweto...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S05EP14 | ShootUrShot Workshop Day 2 Pt 6
Day 2 of the #ShootUrShot Workshop at AMPD Studios, in collaboration with Resistance Fest, brought another wave of raw talent and elevated energy as 50 more selected artists stepped into the spotlight out of over 1,000 entries. The stage was set for a high-stakes showcase where creativity,...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S05EP13 | ShootUrShot Workshop Day 2 Pt 5
Day 2 of the #ShootUrShot Workshop at AMPD Studios, in collaboration with Resistance Fest, brought another wave of raw talent and elevated energy as 50 more selected artists stepped into the spotlight out of over 1,000 entries. The stage was set for a high-stakes showcase where creativity,...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S05EP12 | ShootUrShot Workshop Day 2 Pt 4
Day 2 of the #ShootUrShot Workshop at AMPD Studios, in collaboration with Resistance Fest, brought another wave of raw talent and elevated energy as 50 more selected artists stepped into the spotlight out of over 1,000 entries. The stage was set for a high-stakes showcase where creativity,...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S05EP11 | ShootUrShot Workshop Day 2 Pt 3
Day 2 of the #ShootUrShot Workshop at AMPD Studios, in collaboration with Resistance Fest, brought another wave of raw talent and elevated energy as 50 more selected artists stepped into the spotlight out of over 1,000 entries. The stage was set for a high-stakes showcase where creativity,...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S05EP10 | ShootUrShot Workshop Day 2 Pt 2
Day 2 of the #ShootUrShot Workshop at AMPD Studios, in collaboration with Resistance Fest, brought another wave of raw talent and elevated energy as 50 more selected artists stepped into the spotlight out of over 1,000 entries. The stage was set for a high-stakes showcase where creativity,...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S05EP09 | ShootUrShot Workshop Day 2 Pt 1
Day 2 of the #ShootUrShot Workshop at AMPD Studios, in collaboration with Resistance Fest, brought another wave of raw talent and elevated energy as 50 more selected artists stepped into the spotlight out of over 1,000 entries. The stage was set for a high-stakes showcase where creativity,...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S05EP08 | ShootUrShot Day 1 Winner – Colt Motswanafela
Following a powerful Day 1 at the #ShootUrShot Workshop hosted at AMPD Studios in collaboration with Resistance Fest, Soweto Magz caught up with the Day 1 winner, Colt Motswanafela, for an exclusive interview. Out of 50 selected artists and thousands of entries, Colt rose above the competition…
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Soweto Magz Podcast S05EP07 | ShootUrShot Workshop Day 1 Pt 4
Day 1 of the #ShootUrShot Workshop at AMPD Studios set the tone for an intense and inspiring two-day experience in collaboration with Resistance Fest. Out of over 1,000 entries, only 50 artists were selected for Day 1, each bringing their own unique sound, story, and energy to the stage. Curated…
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Soweto Magz Podcast S05EP06 | ShootUrShot Workshop Day 1 Pt 3
Day 1 of the #ShootUrShot Workshop at AMPD Studios set the tone for an intense and inspiring two-day experience in collaboration with Resistance Fest. Out of over 1,000 entries, only 50 artists were selected for Day 1, each bringing their own unique sound, story, and energy to the stage. Curated…
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Soweto Magz Podcast S05EP05 | ShootUrShot Workshop Day 1 Pt 2
Day 1 of the #ShootUrShot Workshop at AMPD Studios set the tone for an intense and inspiring two-day experience in collaboration with Resistance Fest. Out of over 1,000 entries, only 50 artists were selected for Day 1, each bringing their own unique sound, story, and energy to the stage. Curated…
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Soweto Magz Podcast S05EP04 | ShootUrShot Workshop Day 1 Pt 1
Day 1 of the #ShootUrShot Workshop at AMPD Studios set the tone for an intense and inspiring two-day experience in collaboration with Resistance Fest. Out of over 1,000 entries, only 50 artists were selected for Day 1, each bringing their own unique sound, story, and energy to the stage. Curated…
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Soweto Magz Podcast S05EP03 | #ShootUrShot 3-Part Series: Listening Session & Collaboration Breakdown Pt 3
#ShootUrShot 3-Part Series: Listening Session & Collaboration Breakdown Ahead of the explosive #ShootUrShot Workshop at AMPD Studios in collaboration with Resistance Fest, Soweto Magz presents a special 3-part series exploring how the journey began, the creative collaboration behind the...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S05EP02 | #ShootUrShot 3-Part Series: Listening Session & Collaboration Breakdown Pt 2
#ShootUrShot 3-Part Series: Listening Session & Collaboration Breakdown Ahead of the explosive #ShootUrShot Workshop at AMPD Studios in collaboration with Resistance Fest, Soweto Magz presents a special 3-part series exploring how the journey began, the creative collaboration behind the...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S05EP01 | #ShootUrShot 3-Part Series: Listening Session & Collaboration Breakdown Pt 1
#ShootUrShot 3-Part Series: Listening Session & Collaboration Breakdown Ahead of the explosive #ShootUrShot Workshop at AMPD Studios in collaboration with Resistance Fest, Soweto Magz presents a special 3-part series exploring how the journey began, the creative collaboration behind the...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S04EP10 | Lights, Camera, Culture: The “Turn Me Up” Screening Sessions Pt 3
After the cameras stopped rolling, the conversation continued. Welcome to Lights, Camera, Culture: The“Turn Me Up”Screening Sessions, a special 3-part series by Soweto Magz documenting the official "Turn Me Up" music video screening hosted at AMPD Studios. Curated by Shembas Mhlabawonke, the...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S04EP09 | Lights, Camera, Culture: The “Turn Me Up” Screening Sessions Pt 2
After the cameras stopped rolling, the conversation continued. Welcome to Lights, Camera, Culture: The “Turn Me Up” Screening Sessions, a special 3-part series by Soweto Magz documenting the official "Turn Me Up" music video screening hosted at AMPD Studios. Curated by Shembas Mhlabawonke, the...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S04EP08 | Lights, Camera, Culture: The “Turn Me Up” Screening Sessions Pt 1
After the cameras stopped rolling, the conversation continued. Welcome to Lights, Camera, Culture: The “Turn Me Up” Screening Sessions, a special 3-part series by Soweto Magz documenting the official "Turn Me Up" music video screening hosted at AMPD Studios. Curated by Shembas Mhlabawonke, the...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S04EP07 | Lights, Camera, Culture (The “Turn Me Up” Mini-Series Pt 7)
Welcome to Lights, Camera, Culture, a 7-part mini-series by Soweto Magz, curated by Shembas Mhlabawonke, taking you behind the scenes of Word Smith’s “Turn Me Up” music video shoot. From the energy on set to the creative process behind the visuals, this series captures the culture in real time,...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S04EP06 | Lights, Camera, Culture (The “Turn Me Up” Mini-Series Pt 6)
Welcome to Lights, Camera, Culture, a 7-part mini-series by Soweto Magz, curated by Shembas Mhlabawonke, taking you behind the scenes of Word Smith’s “Turn Me Up” music video shoot. From the energy on set to the creative process behind the visuals, this series captures the culture in real time,...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S04EP05 | Lights, Camera, Culture (The “Turn Me Up” Mini-Series Pt 5)
Welcome to Lights, Camera, Culture, a 7-part mini-series by Soweto Magz, curated by Shembas Mhlabawonke, taking you behind the scenes of Word Smith’s “Turn Me Up” music video shoot. From the energy on set to the creative process behind the visuals, this series captures the culture in real time,...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S04EP04 | Lights, Camera, Culture (The “Turn Me Up” Mini-Series Pt 4)
Welcome to Lights, Camera, Culture, a 7-part mini-series by Soweto Magz, curated by Shembas Mhlabawonke, taking you behind the scenes of Word Smith’s “Turn Me Up” music video shoot. From the energy on set to the creative process behind the visuals, this series captures the culture in real time,...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S04EP03 | Lights, Camera, Culture (The “Turn Me Up” Mini-Series Pt 3)
Welcome to Lights, Camera, Culture, a 7-part mini-series by Soweto Magz, curated by Shembas Mhlabawonke, taking you behind the scenes of Word Smith’s “Turn Me Up” music video shoot. From the energy on set to the creative process behind the visuals, this series captures the culture in real time,...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S04EP02 | Lights, Camera, Culture (The “Turn Me Up” Mini-Series Pt 2)
Welcome to Lights, Camera, Culture, a 7-part mini-series by Soweto Magz, curated by Shembas Mhlabawonke, taking you behind the scenes of Word Smith’s “Turn Me Up” music video shoot. From the energy on set to the creative process behind the visuals, this series captures the culture in real time,...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S04EP01 | Lights, Camera, Culture (The “Turn Me Up” Mini-Series Pt 1)
Welcome to Lights, Camera, Culture, a 7-part mini-series by Soweto Magz, curated by Shembas Mhlabawonke, taking you behind the scenes of Word Smith’s “Turn Me Up” music video shoot. From the energy on set to the creative process behind the visuals, this series captures the culture in real time,...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S03EP12 | Who Got The AUX? With Dj Switch (4-Part Series)
After connecting with artists on the ground, Soweto Magz sat down with DJ Switch to go deeper beyond the music and into the mindset behind Who Got The AUX?. This exclusive 4-part series unpacks the vision, purpose, and cultural impact of a platform that’s changing how upcoming artists are...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S03EP11 | Who Got The AUX? With Dj Switch (4-Part Series)
After connecting with artists on the ground, Soweto Magz sat down with DJ Switch to go deeper beyond the music and into the mindset behind Who Got The AUX?. This exclusive 4-part series unpacks the vision, purpose, and cultural impact of a platform that’s changing how upcoming artists are...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S03EP10 | Who Got The AUX? With Dj Switch (4-Part Series)
After connecting with artists on the ground, Soweto Magz sat down with DJ Switch to go deeper beyond the music and into the mindset behind Who Got The AUX?. This exclusive 4-part series unpacks the vision, purpose, and cultural impact of a platform that’s changing how upcoming artists are...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S03EP09 | Who Got The AUX? With Dj Switch (4-Part Series)
After connecting with artists on the ground, Soweto Magz sat down with DJ Switch to go deeper beyond the music and into the mindset behind Who Got The AUX?. This exclusive 4-part series unpacks the vision, purpose, and cultural impact of a platform that’s changing how upcoming artists are...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S03EP08 | Who Got The AUX? Artist Interviews (Mini-Series)
Soweto Magz takes you inside Who Got The AUX? hosted by DJ Switch at Cheekys. This time, not just as attendees, but as part of the platform. During the session, we connected directly with the artists, capturing raw, unfiltered conversations in real time. From upcoming voices to rising creatives,...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S03EP07 | Who Got The AUX? Artist Interviews (Mini-Series)
Soweto Magz takes you inside Who Got The AUX? hosted by DJ Switch at Cheekys. This time, not just as attendees, but as part of the platform. During the session, we connected directly with the artists, capturing raw, unfiltered conversations in real time. From upcoming voices to rising creatives,...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S03EP06 | Who Got The AUX? Artist Interviews (Mini-Series)
Soweto Magz takes you inside Who Got The AUX? hosted by DJ Switch at Cheekys. This time, not just as attendees, but as part of the platform. During the session, we connected directly with the artists, capturing raw, unfiltered conversations in real time. From upcoming voices to rising creatives,...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S03EP05 | Who Got The AUX? Artist Interviews (Mini-Series)
Soweto Magz takes you inside Who Got The AUX? hosted by DJ Switch at Cheekys. This time, not just as attendees, but as part of the platform. During the session, we connected directly with the artists, capturing raw, unfiltered conversations in real time. From upcoming voices to rising creatives,...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S03EP04 | Who Got The AUX? Artist Interviews (Mini-Series)
Soweto Magz takes you inside Who Got The AUX? hosted by DJ Switch at Cheekys. This time, not just as attendees, but as part of the platform. During the session, we connected directly with the artists, capturing raw, unfiltered conversations in real time. From upcoming voices to rising creatives,...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S03EP03 | Who Got The AUX? Artist Interviews (Mini-Series)
Soweto Magz takes you inside Who Got The AUX? hosted by DJ Switch at Cheekys. This time, not just as attendees, but as part of the platform. During the session, we connected directly with the artists, capturing raw, unfiltered conversations in real time. From upcoming voices to rising creatives,...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S03EP02 | Who Got The AUX? Artist Interviews (Mini-Series)
Soweto Magz takes you inside Who Got The AUX? hosted by DJ Switch at Cheekys. This time, not just as attendees, but as part of the platform. During the session, we connected directly with the artists, capturing raw, unfiltered conversations in real time. From upcoming voices to rising creatives,...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S03EP01 | Who Got The AUX? Artist Interviews (Mini-Series)
Soweto Magz takes you inside Who Got The AUX? hosted by DJ Switch at Cheekys. This time, not just as attendees, but as part of the platform. During the session, we connected directly with the artists, capturing raw, unfiltered conversations in real time. From upcoming voices to rising creatives,...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S02EP09 | The Future of Soweto Magz: Amplifying Local, Inspiring Global
“2026 is here, and Soweto Magz is ready to level up! 🎤✨ In this episode, we share the heart and soul of our mission, celebrating South African hip-hop culture, amplifying local talent, and creating spaces for authentic stories to be heard. Join your host Shembas MhlabaWonke as he dives into what...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S02EP08 | Hottest MCs of 2025
Soweto Magz presents the Hottest MCs of 2025 A curated list highlighting artists who showed consistency, growth, skill, and real momentum throughout the year. This episode breaks down the thinking behind the list, offers cultural context, and sparks conversation around hip-hop impact in 2025....
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Soweto Magz Podcast S02EP07 | Who Got The AUX?
In this episode, Shembas Mhlabawonke dives into the streets’ latest proving ground for emerging artists, the “Who Got The AUX?” experience presented by the Put Me On Switch Podcast. This raw, no-performance format puts artists’ music to the ultimate test: a USB, an AUX cable, and 20 seconds to…
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Soweto Magz Podcast S02EP06 | The Importance of the Hip-Hop Economy in South Africa
In Episode 6, we unpack one of the most overlooked but powerful forces in South Africa today: the Hip-Hop Economy. From streaming revenue to streetwear, events, branding, content creation, and township entrepreneurship, hip-hop has become a major driver of youth income, job creation, and cultural...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S02EP05 | The Hottest Streetwear Brands Dominating SA Hip-Hop and The Rise of Punyete.
SA Hip-Hop isn’t just heard it’s worn. In this episode of the Soweto Magz Podcast, Shembas MhlabaWonke breaks down the Top 5 streetwear brands ruling the culture in 2025, from the OG legends, to the new-wave powerhouses shaping how the streets dress. We also spotlight Punyete, the rising brand…
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Soweto Magz Podcast S02EP04 | Scoop Makhathini Serves Us Fresh: The Story Behind “Fresh Plate”
Scoop Makhathini Serves Us Fresh: The Story Behind “Fresh Plate” Scoop Makhathini is back with something fresh! In this episode, we break down his new online clothing store Fresh Plate — a fusion of fashion, mindset, and hip-hop culture. From streetwear to self-awareness, Scoop reminds us to keep...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S02EP03 Back To The City Recap
Back To The City 2025 | Power In Numbers This past Saturday, Back To The City Festival reminded us exactly why hip-hop is more than music, it’s a movement. We celebrated 19 years of Back To The City, 40 years of South African Hip-Hop, and 50 years of Global Hip-Hop, all under one powerful theme:...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S02EP02 | Hip-Hop Reload | Soweto Magz Returns
In this comeback episode, we break down what's happening in SA Hip-Hop right now, where the culture is heading next. From Soweto to the world, we’re talking music, fashion, and the streets that shape the movement. This is more than just a podcast.... it’s the return of a voice for the culture. In...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S02EP01 | The Catch Up With Flowaboii
Exclusive Catch-Up Live On Soweto Magz! We sat down with Flowaboii after his electrifying performance at the Cotton Fest Open Mic Competition! Huge thanks to our talented team: Videographer ThatmustbeLore and Creative Director Shembas Mhlabawonke for capturing the magic! Hosted By Shembas...
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Soweto Magz First Offering for 2025
On today's episode of the Soweto Magz Podcast we are going to cover what happened this past weekend at AMPD STUDIOS. Last week Saturday was the kick off for the Put Me On Switch "Shoot Ur Shot Tour" the masterclass was hosted in collaboration with AMPD Studios, MTN and Redbull in New Town. For...
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Soweto Magz Year End Wrap Up
Join your host with the most Shembas MhlabaWonke on the final episode of Soweto Magz for the year as we wrap up the biggest Hip Hop stories, releases, and moments that made waves. 2024 was actually an amazing crazy year for SA Hip Hop, actually Hip Hop internationally, 2024 is definitely going…
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Soweto Magz Podcast S01EP10 | What Is Hip Hop?
This is the last episode for Season 1 of the Soweto Magz the Podcast. In this episode we are laying down the building blocks of what we call "HIP HOP" or as we call it in the streets "The Culture", Imma explain what makes Hip Hop, Hip Hop. Hosted By Shembas MhlabaWonke Become a supporter of this...
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Soweto Magz Podcast S01EP09 | WORKSHOP Pt 3
This is the ninth installment of the Soweto Magz the Podcast. This episode is the last and final part of the 3 part series and is all about what happened at a workshop I attended at AMPD STUDIOS, it was hosted by DJ Switch's Put Me On Switch Podcast and had Award winning producer MashBeatz as a...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Soweto Magz: The Culture Moves With Us
Curated by Shembas MhlabaWonke, Soweto Magz is more than a podcast, it’s a cultural platform dedicated to documenting, shaping, and amplifying the voice of the streets. Soweto Magz explores hip-hop beyond the music unpacking the stories, hustle, fashion, lifestyle, and mindset driving the culture forward.
What to expect: • Unfiltered conversations with artists, DJs, creatives, athletes, and cultural leaders. • Spotlight features on emerging talent and underground movements. • Deep dives into hip-hop’s influence on fashion, lifestyle, sport, and identity • Exclusive behind-the-scenes access to events, music videos, and cultural moments • Articles, editorials, interviews, and visual storytelling covering the pulse of the culture.
From podcasts and live interviews to written features and event coverage, Soweto Magz exists to give the culture a voice and a platform. <br /
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Soweto Magz: The Culture Moves With Us Curated by Shembas MhlabaWonke, Soweto Magz is more than a podcast, it’s a cultural platform dedicated to documenting, shaping, and amplifying the voice of the streets. Soweto Magz explores hip-hop beyond the music unpacking the stories, hustle, fashion,...
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