A very fun, exciting and interesting episode of The Kulcha Podcast as Thabang pulls up to share his journey as an artist manager!

The real chats kick off as soon as the MBL "thinking caps" come on and a discussion seeking to define the role of an artist manager ensues...Although still paving his way, Thabang takes the time to share some of his experiences and challenges faced as an artist manager while we get into a discussion about artist managers who have made an impact on the profession.

As The kulcha Podcast is a platform for per to peer learning, its no wonder that we end up on a conversation about what strategies artists can employ to ensure success in 2024, beef as a music business trend and the hardest parts about being an artist manager.

Tap in to this intriguing episode of The Kulcha Podcast and be entertained and informed at the same time!

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Its always an enlightening and inspiring occasion when Met_A_Morphosis drops by at The Kulcha Podcast.

In this episode, we discuss his increasing number of accomplishments, the demands of excellence as Meta takes his opportunity to school us on his approach to music business and administration.

As per, it is an illuminating conversation with a lot of gems and tools on how to do better and be better for yourself, no matter the career or walk of life that you are on.

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In the first ever "House Call" edition of The Kulcha Podcast, we sit done with Him, Himself...the self-proclaimed "boring superstar" - Tebatso Mashishi also known, affectionately as Prodykal Son!

At his invite and in the comfort of his home, Tebatso opens up candidly on his roots as a boy from Limpopo to forging the persona "Prodykal Son" through high school influences such as Nas and ProVerb (we even get into a young debate discussing just how much of GOAT ProVerb is in SA Hip HOP).

As you may or may not know, Prodykal Son is also an acclaimed, adorned and adored actor in South Africa making a breakthrough through his role in the Black Coffee produced film "Matwetwe". In the chat, Tebatso speaks on how he got the role and how he is very clear not confuse people loving his talent and not necessarily loving him.

Throughout the conversation you can hear the conviction, confidence and command in his tone as he reminds us regularly, that he, is indeed, The Real Deal!

Tap in to The Kulcha Podcast and listen to the sentiments of a truly uniqeuly black individual

stream his latest project here -

Prodykal Son - A Lot Happened - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpwr6R0TIXQYae7Xzjygijg

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A very heart-warming conversation as we chat with and get to know Aviwe.

Her wholesomeness as an artist and person come out in her well thought out answers as she tells us her journey from being a member of the choir at a young age to the incident that prompted her to start writing her own music.

We also tap into her business mind, as she is a business woman and get some pointers on the options and perspectives artists can hold in terms of looking at and playing the game.

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We sit down with none other than the songstress and singer/songwriter Veenus, on the latest episode of The Kulcha Podcast.

Unlike on previous episodes, we kick off the conversation with Veenus with a discussion about her recently released project - Boombap Chrysallis (part one) and how it is a culmination of her journey so far as an artist.

As the conversation unfolds itself, we naturally get into how, when and why she decided to make music more than just a hobby as she states that she's been involved in music since the tender age of 2. As candidly as she can, Veenus also takes the time to touch on the challenges in confidence she's faced as a musician while also acknowledging the unwavering support of the people around her in her pursuit of her dream.

The chat wraps up with Veenus taking the time to offer advice to her peers in the music game while also sharing a brief moment to define what success is to her as an artist.

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CXXP NEPTUNE is a self-starting artist and this interview exudes his immense level of self belief.

On episode 172 of The Kulcha Podcast, we catch up with the creative marvel that is CXXP as he breaks down his origin story, inspirations and motivations as he navigates his way as an artist.

It wouldn't be entirely wrong to suggest that his early discouragements in life became the fuel to the fire that is burning inside him right now as he prepares to drop his anticipated debut EP - See You In The Morning on 4/20/2024.

As we are students of the game on this podcast, CXXP takes the time to touch on the importance of having a brand identity and how he has gone about building his fan base as an upcoming artist.

You don't want to miss this!!!

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It's a full house on the latest edition of The Kulcha Podcast as we catch up and kick itwith Born Fire Rebelz, who we have a long standing relationship with.

It's been about 1.5 years since the Rebelz were with us on the pod, so in this episode we discuss their growth as individual artists, a group and as business people in the entertainment arena.

The chats are candid and informative as the duo allows us a rare glimpse into the "world building" and thought processes involved in being Born Fire Rebelz.

We also do a brisk but insightful take on their latest offering - Incubations which came out on March 25 2024. Check out the link to their IG profile and spotify: https://www.instagram.com/bornfirerebelz/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/6eqHoKE4deC1Qpwdu3E3mS?si=7gWe-1UES6uagpFkfVOjhg

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We kick it with the birthday girl SLI in this latest instalment of The Kulcha Podcast.

SLI, being in a very candid mood during this conversation, as she celebrated her birthday, reflects and opens up about her journey as an artist, where it begun and where she is now.

From the tender age of 14, SLI new she wanted to be an artist. In the chat, she talks about her influences, developing confidence and dealing with discouragement from a young age. We talk and define "blowing up", her position in the game and her views on female hip hop in the country.

As a Durban native that now resides in Pretoria, SLI takes the time to weigh in on the on-going debate about which city has better rappers between PTA and DBN.

This is a very open, honest conversation with a very talented, open-minded and articulate artist.

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Episode 169 of The Kulcha Podcast sees us kick it with your favourite rappers least favourite rapper - eX. the Artist.

The well-spoken gentleman breaks down his story and history as an artist including how he got his name, his broad range of influences from 50 Cent to Mac Miller and is love for literature.

We talk about music that he's put out in recent years, current music out and plans for the future. He also takes the liberty to share a bit of game on how he views the game and his position as a player in the game.

The conversation concludes with us both agreeing that his music will definitely not scare away the girls as we both believe that the girls actually really like intellectually stimulating music - as his is!

Check out the project (The Nuance - Long Live The Patriarchy?) we reference in the podcast here:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_kBnrLvWQtAssCMkgYQhS9JdfaquOw5KuQ

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Stan and Uno kick it together for the second time in 2024 and the convo is nothing short of entertaining.

Stan aka Bra Smoove breaks down his journey as a DJ as explains the different levels of getting paid as an DJ and the replicability of DJs. We talk Kanye breaking the internet with his new project - Vultures 1.

As a part of our social responsibility, We discourage voter apathy by taking the time to briefly discuss our options on the upcoming South African National Elections.

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This conversation with the Marapyane born artist - Moshcar aka BlackSanta aka Rookie Of The Year is certainly one for the books. In this episode, Moshcar tells us the story of how he became the artist he is today, his influences and why he is so determined to succeed as an artist.

In the segment we called " free game" we define, decipher and debunk the concept of "the game" for ourselves as Moshcar takes the opportunity to offer advice to his peers in the game.

He also touches on his upcoming mixtape - "Los Bundus" which he knows will see him clock the 2024 as "Rookie of the Year". We take the time to talk a bit about developing artists hosting their own shows as a means to connect with fans and generate income as he announces his upcoming show - Los Bundus Mixtape Launch taking place at Kulcha Sundaze on 10 March 2024.

A lot of free game and peer to peer learning on this latest episode...so take notes!!!

Click the link below to purchase a ticket to support Moshcars upcoming show - https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Event.aspx?itemid=1542200001

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A highly anticipated episode of The Kulcha Podcast as we kick it with none other than the storyline maestro himself - Virkil Khaan!

As a listener, you may need to grab your notebook and jot down some of the jewels exchanged in this conversation as this chat is likely to influence your perspective, motivation and goals as an artist. We talk about Virkil's origin story, his love for MF Doom and coming up in the local Pretoria music scene.

Unbeknownst to most, Virkil Khaan is actually a marketing school graduate and in this episode, he explains how he's been able to weave his education into his music and branding as an artist. He answers the question - who is Lawrence Kwaimane, defines success for himselg and encourages the South African youth to vote!

This is a very engaging, stimulating and entertaining conversation with a great artistic mind with a conviction about his artistic identity and integrity!

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In this latest installement of The Kulcha Podcast, we sit down with an artist who arguably has the best name in the local music scene - D F W N E. Which, if you don't know, stands for Do No Fuck With Negative Energy. And he doesn't! He is consistent to his name in this episode as he breaks down his origin story and influences in music.

The conversation is loaded with perceptive gems that give us insight into who he is and why he moves the way he does in the game. He also shares his thoughts on the game, particularly DJ Maphorisa's comments on song master ownership.

This is a compelling discussion with an artist who respects his craft, himself and his audience. His success is inevitable.

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This is the most grown up podcast episode that we have done in a while, as we sit down with our good friend and mentor - Master President, to discuss some of the goings on in the world.

The chat starts off with an ice-breaking question - "What makes someone an expert"...which leads into a convo about the importance of attaining a formal education and qualification...a great message for our young audience who find themselves at a crossroads of coming to understand oneself.

We also pose the question - so far in 2024, who has had the funnier "special" - Katt Williams or Dave Chappelle...we touch on Diddy's allegations and we unpack the truly inspirational story of 12 year old Hunter Prescott who saw an error in the world and committed himself to fix it. How many of us would/could do what Hunter Prescott did, at 12 years old?

Yet another riveting, engaging episode of The Kulcha Podcast for your entertainment and inspirational pleasure!

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First episode of the New Year and we're Kickin' it with the ever so cool and considerate - Kaycee...talking all type of things.

Are you ready for 2024?

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2023 was a crazy year for all of us and one such person who saw it all last year is my good friend Ndu. After having lost touch with each other, Ndu catches me up on how his life has been. We talk about it all on this episode - from having a succesfull job, to cheating on your baby mama to surviving a near fatal car accident.

This episode is a true testament of a timeless friendship and the conversation that ensues is meant to be personal for the purpose of affecting the listener.

We hope you enjoy it!

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We Kick It With DazzyLeNigga as he tells us his journey to becoming his own favourite artist.

"I had to learn not to translate my soul..." he proclaims in the first 5 minutes of the episode, so you know it's loaded with gems as he tells his incredibly true story.

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Our guest on the podcast this week - Ichakize, holds nothing back as we unpack his origin story as an artist, journey and motivations.

We discuss his music and inclination to vulnerability on his newly released project "Quiet Boy Era", available exclusively on Soundcloud.

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