Majozi chats to Texx about the songs that for him embody the spirit of South Africa, the exciting technical developments with his set, and how stoked he is to be a part of Halfway Group’s new campaign “On Track To Better”.

David "Qadasi" Jenkins from internationally renowned Maskandi duo, Qadasi & Maqhinga, chats to Texx for the first time on the podcast about the very unique type of music they make, and how proud they are to be included in Halfway Group's new campaign "On Track To Better". 

For our next season of Xxtra we will be partnering with Bae Electronica, With Love The Agency and the Music In Africa Foundation, who launched an incredible programme last month called, Raise The Bar.

Developed as part of the Music In Africa Live program, which is supported by the German Federal Foreign Office, Siemens Stiftung, and Goethe-Institute, the Raise The Bar Programme seeks to bolster the presence of women in other aspects of the music industry, as well as equip them with the skillset necessary for survival in an otherwise impenetrable industry.

ANDYMKOSI, a independent multimedia entrepreneur, joins Texx for the final edition of Xxtra in collaboration with Bae Electronica, Love the Agency and the Music in Africa Foundation.

For our growing back catalogue of awesome, head on over to www.texxtalks.com or follow us on Facebook Instagram Twitter for updates, things you need to hear.

Also: make sure you follow Texx and the City on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram or all of your music news.

Ross Godfrey is one of the founders of Morcheeba, a London-based band that emerged as a household name in the mid 90’s courtesy of their signature chilled electronic sound that propelled them to superstar status. 

With their 10th studio album on the horizon, that dives into the soul of the band’s genre-mashing, musical heritage, he has created, alongside his partner Skye Edwards, a record that talks about finding a way through the darkest of times and emerging the other side changed - but intact.

From shroomin’ in front of thousands in front at Glastonbury to finding the ultimate balance between work and play, Morcheeba have built a legacy that could never be in doubt, resolute, with more than enough space to “play”.

OUTRO TRACK: The Moon Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Set List: 

Part of the Process - Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Small Town - Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Charango - Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Trigger Hippy - Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Over and Over -  Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Rome Wasn’t Built in a Day - Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Massive shout out to Ross and Morcheeba for the time to chat and the generous use of their music. 

This season we are proud to be collaborating with Puma, our firm friends in championing the culture. Puma has been at the vanguard of so many awesome happenings over the last decade, so it was only natural that we joined forces with them to keep you in the loop with all the scene happenings. 

From their inspiring SELECT SESSIONS and SELECT STORIES, to their cutting edge unique collabs and the many more that they have in the pipeline, rest assured that this Season we’ll be bringing you all the breaking Puma news, hot off the press. With a sneaky giveaway or two thrown in for good measure. 

SELECT STORIES on the 7th of May features content creator and designer, Sonia Ton. Simply head on over to PUMA South Africa on Instagram and tune into their IGTV at 18:00 SAST. They also have an insane catalogue of previous episodes, so while you’re there why not check out the rest of their content too? #ForAllTime

For our growing back catalogue of awesome, head on over to www.texxtalks.com or follow us on Facebook Instagram Twitter for updates, things you need to hear.

Also: make sure you follow Texx and the City on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram or all of your music news.

Shekhinah is a singer and songwriter whose creativity knows no bounds and her constant and consistent reinvention and innovation is something that we are all in awe of daily.  

With her debut album “Rosegold”, she single handedly spearheaded a new wave of pop and R&B in South Africa and over the last few years she has gone on to add entrepreneur to her list of achievements, executing two successful editions of her female-focused festival, Rosefest. 

With an uncanny self awareness and capacity for introspection, Shekhinah has not only gone on to give herself a voice, but to add a chorus to the upliftment of women in SA’s entertainment industry.

OUTRO TRACK: Tides Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Set List: 

Back to the Beach - Sketchy Bongo feat. Shekhinah and Kyle Duestch Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Let You Know - Shekhinah and Sketchy bongo Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Suited Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Power to She feat. Rouge Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Fixate Apple Music Spotify YouTube

This season we are proud to be collaborating with Puma, our firm friends in championing the culture. Puma has been at the vanguard of so many awesome happenings over the last decade, so it was only natural that we joined forces with them to keep you in the loop with all the scene happenings. 

From their inspiring SELECT SESSIONS and SELECT STORIES, to their cutting edge unique collabs and the many more that they have in the pipeline, rest assured that this Season we’ll be bringing you all the breaking Puma news, hot off the press. With a sneaky giveaway or two thrown in for good measure. 

SELECT STORIES on the 7th of May features content creator and designer, Sonia Ton. Simply head on over to PUMA South Africa on Instagram and tune into their IGTV at 18:00 SAST. They also have an insane catalogue of previous episodes, so while you’re there why not check out the rest of their content too? #ForAllTime

For our growing back catalogue of awesome, head on over to www.texxtalks.com or follow us on Facebook Instagram Twitter for updates, things you need to hear.

Also: make sure you follow Texx and the City on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram or all of your music news.

After a short break we’re back and ready to roll with Season 5 of Texx Talks, our biggest Season yet. We know we say that at the beginning of every Season but that’s because it’s true and we’re levelling up, hard. 

So get ready for exclusive plays, declarations of love and more than a few confessions from our local and international guests to spice things up this season.

This season we are proud to be collaborating with Puma, our firm friends in championing the culture. Puma has been at the vanguard of so many awesome happenings over the last decade, so it was only natural that we joined forces with them to keep you in the loop with all the scene happenings. 

From their inspiring SELECT SESSIONS and SELECT STORIES, to their cutting edge unique collabs and the many more that they have in the pipeline, rest assured that this Season we’ll be bringing you all the breaking Puma news, hot off the press. With a sneaky giveaway or two thrown in for good measure. 

First up on SELECT SESSIONS on the 29th of April is Hip Hop & RnB Brother Duo, Major Steez - so simply head on over to PUMA South Africa on Instagram and tune into their IGTV at 18:00 SAST. They also have an insane catalogue of previous episodes, so while you’re there why not check out the rest of their content too? 

For our growing back catalogue of awesome, head on over to www.texxtalks.com or follow us on Facebook Instagram Twitter for updates, things you need to hear.

Also: make sure you follow Texx and the City on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram or all of your music news.

For this episode we catch up with an internationally recognised choreographer, dancer, B-girl, DJ and entrepreneur, who is a bonafide powerhouse and has grown to be a respected force in the industry.

This cultural and creative polymath is not one to have terms dictated to her and her relentless pursuit of excellence has seen her climb heights despite seemingly having the odds stacked against her.

From her exploits on the global stage as a B-girl, to her burgeoning career as a DJ and producer, Courtnae Paul has never accepted “mediocre” as being a part of her ambitious lexicon. 

Outro Track: No Other Way feat. Manu WorldStar and Rowlene Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Set List:

Doing Fine feat. GiGi Lamayne, Boskasie, Moozlie Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Fantasy feat. Manu WorldStar and Boskasie Apple Music Spotify YouTube

For You feat Holly Rae, Benny Afroe  Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Huge out to Courtnae Paul for the generous use of her music in bringing this podcast to life. 

For our growing back catalogue of awesome, head on over to www.texxtalks.com or follow us on Facebook Instagram Twitter for updates, things you need to hear.

Also: make sure you follow Texx and the City on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram or all of your music news. 

THEN: The folks over at Apple Music are offering new university student subscribers, 6 months of free premium membership with access to over 70 million songs and free access to AppleTV+! Head over to Apple Music to find out more!

We are bringing something back from the vault while we prepare for season 5! We can’t wait to share what we have been working on with you, but for now, here is one of our favourites from Season 3.

If you pay extra careful attention: we have a little treat for you next episode! Without further ado:

Nasty C is a multi award-winning rapper who, despite growing up in Durban, the home of kwaito, house and gqom, carved a different path for himself in hip hop. 

This path ultimately saw him become the youngest ever recipient of an award at the SA Hip Hop Awards in 2015, release a triple-platinum selling album in 2018, and ultimately go on to sign to a historic deal with Def Jam Records in early 2020. 

Having toured 32 new markets last year alone, this trailblazer has a knack for filling up arenas and dominating the stage, and at only 23-year-old he is undisputedly the voice of a new generation with a third hit album (A Zulu Man With Some Power), mini-documentary (Origins) and a Netflix special (Zulu Man in Japan) under his belt in 2020 so far.

Outro Song: Bookoo Bucks Apple Music Spotify Youtube

Featured Tracks:

No ID - Sky’s the Limit (instrumental) - YouTube

Nasty C - Bookoo Bucks Apple Music Spotify Youtube

Nasty C - There They Go (Instrumental) YouTube

Extra Reading:

Nasty C- “Origins” Documentary Apple

Nasty C - “A Zulu Man in Japan” Netflix

Def Jam Recordings Africa

MASSIVE shout out to Nasty C and Universal/ Def Jam Recordings Africa for the generous use of their music in bringing this podcast to life. 

For our growing back catalogue of awesome, head on over to www.texxtalks.com or follow us on Facebook Instagram Twitter for updates, things you need to hear.

Also: make sure you follow Texx and the City on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram or all of your music news. 

THEN: The folks over at Apple Music are offering new university student subscribers, 6 months of free premium membership with access to over 70 million songs and free access to AppleTV+! Head over to Apple Music to find out more!

Texx Talks Season 4 has been our most successful to date as we smashed through the 100 000 stream mark in under 12 months, meaning that you, our dear follower, have to just over 75 000 hours of Texx’s dulcet tones. 

As has become custom, in this episode Texx takes you all through her highlights of an action packed season - a handy little guide to point you in the right direction for any episodes you might have missed, and this was certainly one for the books. 

Stay tuned to our social media for our Season 5 announcement, suffice to say, by way of tease we have a couple of GLOBAL exclusives in store for you all! New trailer drops on 26 April.

For our growing back catalogue of awesome, head on over to www.texxtalks.com or follow us on Facebook Instagram Twitter for updates, things you need to hear.

Also: make sure you follow Texx and the City on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram or all of your music news. 

THEN: The folks over at Apple Music are offering new university student subscribers, 6 months of free premium membership with access to over 70 million songs and free access to AppleTV+! Head over to Apple Music to find out more!

Coldcut is a DJ duo who rose to acclaim in the mid-'80s through production and remix work for a number of modern rock, hip hop, and dance outfits.

It wouldn’t be amiss to call them pioneers of the UK’s electronic dance scene, while also being technological trendsetters, and a unifying force in underground experimental electronic music, through their eclectic radio show.

From being a part of pirate radio in the late ‘80s, to their underground adoption of hip hop techniques via their pioneering use of technology, Coldcut is the vanguard of experimental electronic production across multiple mediums and their latest collaborative initiative, Keleketla!, Keleketla! is an expansive project, reaching outward from Johannesburg to London, Lagos, L.A. and West Papua.

Outro Song: International Love Affair Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Set List:

Say Kids, What Time is It? Apple Music Spotify Soundcloud

(I’m) In Deep feat. Mark E Smith Ninja Tune Store

Timber - Coldcut and Hexstatic Ninja Tune Store

Swift Gathering Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Future Toyi Toyi Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Freedom Groove Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Papua Merdeka Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Extra Reading:

Keleketla Library

Keleketla Documentary

PirateTV.net

Massive shout out to Coldcut and Ninja Tune for the generous use of their music in bringing this podcast to life.

For our growing back catalogue of awesome, head on over to www.texxtalks.com or follow us on Facebook Instagram Twitter for updates, things you need to hear.

Also: make sure you follow Texx and the City on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram or all of your music news. 

THEN: The folks over at Apple Music are offering new university student subscribers, 6 months of free premium membership with access to over 70 million songs and free access to AppleTV+! Head over to Apple Music to find out more!

Yanga Chief is a SAMA-winning rapper and entrepreneur who’s built a reputation for delivering sharp lyricism and cutting edge visuals. 

This jack of all trades started out as a video director, and songwriter of anthems that would go on to become South African radio staples, before deciding to focus on his own career, starting a record label and most recently, releasing his debut album that reinforces his affinity for highlighting his heritage. 

Hailing from Queenstown in the Eastern Cape, Yanga takes us on a journey from his hometown to The City Of Gold where he discovered that failure is the ultimate prerequisite for success.

Set List:

Yanga Mntase - Apple Music Spotify YouTube

BBAF - Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Utatakho - Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Ndiyabayinka - Apple Music Spotify YouTube

A massive shout out to Yanga Chief for the generous use of music in bringing this podcast to life. 

For our growing back catalogue of awesome, head on over to www.texxtalks.com or follow us on Facebook Instagram Twitter for updates, things you need to hear.

Also: make sure you follow Texx and the City on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram or all of your music news. 

THEN: The folks over at Apple Music are offering new university student subscribers, 6 months of free premium membership with access to over 70 million songs and free access to AppleTV+! Head over to Apple Music to find out more!

Cornelius SA is a self-taught DJ and producer from Soshanguve who has risen within the ranks of South Africa’s electronic music elite, courtesy of a dedicated work ethic and a banging discography. 

This DJs ears were sharpened from an early age, developing a curiosity for house music that turned into a love affair with DJing and all aspects of production. His focus on prioritizing the mood of his music has let his tunes take on a deep, mind-moving feel-good groove that is equal parts atmospheric, dark and rhythmic.

From overcoming the perceptions of what his community and family thought about his chosen profession, to overcoming his own creative self-doubt, Cornelius’ journey is that of Africa’s musical awakening on the world stage. 

Outro Song: Diamonds - Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Set List:

Now - Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Keep Your Mouth Shut - Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Leave - Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Feel it now feat. Jackie Queens - Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Andivumi - Cornelius and Dee Cee feat. Unabo and Naomi Tagg Traxsource YouTube

Ole feat. Faith Apple Music Traxsource YouTube

Massive shout out to Cornelius SA for the generous use of his music in bringing this podcast to life.

For our growing back catalogue of awesome, head on over to www.texxtalks.com or follow us on Facebook Instagram Twitter for updates, things you need to hear.

Also: make sure you follow Texx and the City on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram or all of your music news. 

THEN: The folks over at Apple Music are offering new university student subscribers, 6 months of free premium membership with access to over 70 million songs and free access to AppleTV+! Head over to Apple Music to find out more!

Jeremy Loops is a modern folk singer, songwriter and environmental activist who has been crafting feel-good folk-pop for the last decade. 

Underpinned by a consistent work ethic, his high-energy live shows and captivating discography has earned him a legion of dedicated fans all over the world, courtesy of his knack for translating life’s challenges and fears into upbeat anthems. 

From chance encounters with the Rolling Stones to detailing how his early days at university helped shape a work ethic that just refuses to quit, Jeremy has taken his unique brand of positivity to the world stage.

Set List:

Power - Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Dreaming Again - Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Gold - Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Mortal Man - Apple Music Spotify YouTube

‘Til I Find You - Apple Music Spotify YouTube

A massive thanks to Jeremy Loops and Universal South Africa for the generous use of his music in bringing this podcast to life.

Please make sure you check out The Big Food Drive and donate! 

For our growing back catalogue of awesome, head on over to www.texxtalks.com or follow us on Facebook Instagram Twitter for updates, things you need to hear.

Also: make sure you follow Texx and the City on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram or all of your music news. 

THEN: The folks over at Apple Music are offering new university student subscribers, 6 months of free premium membership with access to over 70 million songs and free access to AppleTV+! Head over to Apple Music to find out more!

Johnnie Walker Rocking the Daisies is almost upon us and this season saw us with an unprecedented all female lineup for the season as we look forward to Johnnie Walker Rocking the Daisies 2022.

In this episode Texx shares her top five tips to having the best time at Johnny Walker Rocking the Daisies, and looks back at some of the highlights of what our season’s guests are looking forward to at the festival!

A huge shout out to Johnnie Walker Rocking the Daisies - South Africa’s biggest music and lifestyle festival. Head on over to rockingthedaises.com for festival tips, tricks, info and merch!

For our growing back catalog of awesome, head on over to www.texxtalks.com or follow us on Facebook Instagram Twitter for updates, things you need to hear.

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We present to you a special International Woman’s Day Edition of Texx Talks!

This special episode we are talking to an Afro-soul singer and songwriter who has a voice that commands the attention of any room that she is in. 

Born and raised in the Eastern Cape, this hard-working musical force blends soul with modern pop and traditional folk elements to create songs that have made her a household name and, that have consistently landed her on the most streamed South African artist lists across streaming services.

Preferring to keep her own company, Ami Faku dives deep into dealing with loss, how one day she found out she had died and how all of this is only just the beginning.

Outro Song: 

Lala Ngoxolo feat. Emtee Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Set List:

iMali feat. Blaq Diamond Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Ungazilibali - Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Ubuhle Bakho - Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Regrets - Zoocci Coke Dope and Ami Faku Apple Music Spotify YouTube

For our growing back catalogue of awesome, head on over to www.texxtalks.com or follow us on Facebook Instagram Twitter for updates, things you need to see and general fun. 

Also: make sure you follow Texx and the City on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram or all of your music news. 

THEN: The folks over at Apple Music are offering new student subscribers 6 months of free premium membership with access to over 70 million songs and free access to AppleTV+! Head over to Apple Music to find out more!

Special shout out to TOMS - The Only Music Store, without which, a lot of this noise is not possible.

Portugal. The Man is a Grammy-winning band that fuses elements of psychedelia and classic rock, with a dash of modern pop and a willingness to experiment, and founding member and bassist, Zachary Carothers, isn’t shy to admit it was all a bit of a fluke at first.  

Not ones to shy away from speaking their mind, both on and off their records, their last album was responsible for a song that became omnipresent the world over (“Feel It Still”) and became such an earworm, you never got tired of hearing it.

From growing up in Alaska, to the effect of moving to Portland on the band’s trajectory, to falling in love with South Africa after their 2015 tour opened their eyes to the beauty of the country, Zach speaks candidly about all the places he’s been and the places he’s planning on going as he’s getting older.

Outro Song:

Who’s Gonna Stop Me - Portugal. The Man feat. Weird Al Apple Music Spotify YouTube 

Set List:

Air Balloons - PTM Website

Do You - Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Number One - Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Creep in a T-Shirt - Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Feel it Still - Apple Music Spotify YouTube

A massive shout out to Portugal. The Man for the generous use of their music in bringing this podcast to life.

LEARN ABOUT PTM Coin at www.portugaltheman.com

For our growing back catalogue of awesome, head on over to www.texxtalks.com or follow us on Facebook Instagram Twitter for updates, things you need to see and general fun. 

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Special shout out to TOMS - The Only Music Store, without which, a lot of this noise is not possible.

Sun-El Musician is a producer and DJ who, over the course of the last half-a-decade, has given us some of South Africa’s most beloved dance anthems, and has introduced us to a whole host of vocalists on his rich compositions, that have gone on to become national earworms. 

With his latest, mammoth, 31-track album that fuses traditional and futuristic elements into complete electronic sounds, it serves as a continuation of his debut album and focuses on telling a story of healing, and hope, through dance music.

From his early roots in rural Natal to discovering his love of dance music while at University, the mythos of Sun-El Musician has grown, going above and beyond.

Outro Track: 

Sun-EL Musician feat Claudio x Kenza & Msaki - Chasing The Summer Apple Music Spotify Youtube

Track List:

Simmy - Emakhaya ft Da Capo, Sun-EL Musician Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Sun-El Musician - Akanamali (feat. Samthing Soweto) Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Sun-El Musician (feat Simmy) - ntabezikude Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Sun-EL Musician – Bamthathile ft. Mlindo The Vocalist  Apple Music Spotify Youtube

A huge shout out to El World Music and Sun-El Musican for the generous use of the music, without which, this pod would not be as lekker. 

For our growing back catalogue of awesome, head on over to www.texxtalks.com or follow us on Facebook Instagram Twitter for updates, things you need to see and general fun. 

Also: make sure you follow Texx and the City on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram or all of your music news. 

Special shout out to TOMS - The Only Music Store, without which, a lot of this noise is not possible.

Texx Talks is back and ready to bring you some more awesome for Season 4! After our mammoth S3, we’re dialling things back a notch to a concise seven episodes in S4, delivering only the finest acts from Mzansi to the world.

This season we dive deep into mind jacuzzis of Sun-El Musician, Portugal the Man, Ninja Tune & Coldcut’s Matt Black, as well as Jeremy Loops, Ami Faku, Cornelius and Yanga Chief.

For our growing back catalogue of awesome, head on over to www.texxtalks.com or follow us on Facebook Instagram Twitter for updates, things you need to see and general fun. 

Also, make sure you follow Texx and the City on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram or all of your music news. 

Special shout out to TOMS - The Only Music Store, without which, a lot of this noise is not possible. 

THEN: The folks over at Apple Music are offering new student subscribers 6 months of free premium membership with access to over 70 million songs and free access to AppleTV+! Head over to Apple Music to find out more!

And just like that, season 3 has come to an end and, after 15 episodes, we thought we would just run through our “top 5” highlights of the season for you!

We would love to just give a massive shout out to you, the listener. Texx Talks has continued to go from strength to strength and this is due to your amazing support. Give yourself a pat on the back. 

Fear not, Season 4 will be with you from the 11th of February and we can’t wait to share it with you!

A reminder that you can catch up on all of our previous episodes at www.texxtalks.com and remember to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Castbox or wherever you catch your pods! 

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During these strange times we find ourselves in, experiencing a loss of connection, freedom and normalcy, it’s now time for us to be back on, celebrating life and spontaneous moments of authentic behaviour, where we can all be our truest selves and say to life: YOU’RE ON!

That’s why at Texx Talks, we couldn’t be happier or prouder to be joining forces with Ray-Ban this Summer. Hit up Ray-Ban’s Instagram page at @rayban

We are still on break and quietly pottering around in the background, polishing up a shiny new season for you! In the interim, here is one of our favourites and a true South African siren, Msaki!

Msaki is a singer and songwriter whose deeply soulful vocals and lyrics carry profound messages that resonate with everyone who’s had the pleasure of hearing her sing and seeing her perform.

This Eastern Cape-born musician has created songs that combine soulful folk with symphonic movements, Xhosa lyrics with African poly-rhythms and her raw delivery disrupts your senses as she sings of love and loss, and home and hope. 

From speaking about being an advocate for change, to her collaboration on some of SA’s most beloved house tracks, Msaki is undeniably one of the most important modern voices to put thought to bars.

Outro Song: “Blood, Guns and Revolutions”  Apple Music

Featured tracks:

Ubomi Abumanga -  Sun el Musician feat. Msaki Apple Music 

Love Colour Spin - Moby Dixon feat. Msaki  Apple Music

Fetch Your Life - Prince Kaybee feat. Msaki  Apple Music

Pearls to Swine - Msaki feat.Tresor Apple Music

limfama Ziyabona - Msaki YouTube

Extra Reading:

Platoon empowers Artists 

Francois Knoetze 

Maboneng Womxn’s Month Mural

One Shushu Day

Alt Blk

Unathi Mkonto

Join the Revolution with Msaki: Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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During these strange times we find ourselves in, experiencing a loss of connection, freedom and normalcy, it’s now time for us to be back on, celebrating life and spontaneous moments of authentic behaviour, where we can all be our truest selves and say to life: YOU’RE ON!

That’s why at Texx Talks, we couldn’t be happier or prouder to be joining forces with Ray-Ban this Summer. Hit up Ray-Ban’s Instagram page at @rayban

We are taking a little break over at Texx Talks and prepping for our next season, in the interim, we have our Passenger episode "from the vault" in celebration of his brand spanking new album Songs for the Drunk and Lonely Hearted

Setting Suns 

Michael David Rosenberg – better known to all of us as Passenger - is an award-winning, chart topping singer-songwriter who commands the stage and your attention, like few solo acts can and do.

This Brighton-born musician is a master storyteller, seeking out the charming in the seemingly mundane, and spinning songs that remind us of the importance of human interaction in an all too out-of-touch technological world.

With his intimate, folk-inflected sound, this one-man band has built a loyal following, and he chats to us about a recent foul purchase, chasing an endless summer and how commanding a street corner ultimately prepares you to face 65 000 fans. 

Outro Song: “Sword From the Stone”  off the new album “Patchwork” 

Featured tracks:

Let Her Go - Apple Music Spotify 

Hearts on Fire featuring Ed Sheeran - Apple Music Spotify

Pull a Sword From the Stone with Passenger: Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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During these strange times we find ourselves in, experiencing a loss of connection, freedom and normalcy, it’s now time for us to be back on, celebrating life and spontaneous moments of authentic behaviour, where we can all be our truest selves and say to life: YOU’RE ON!

That’s why at Texx Talks, we couldn’t be happier or prouder to be joining forces with Ray-Ban this Summer. Hit up Ray-Ban’s Instagram page at @rayban

Lauv is a one-man boy band whose heartfelt pop bangers have turned him into an international internet megastar, racking up billions of streams, courtesy of mammoth collaborations with BTS, LANY and Troye Sivan.

With a knack for tapping into the issues that plague a new generation who are learning how to deal with the trappings of social media and the concept of loneliness, he expresses his feelings both eloquently and thoughtfully through a barrage of chart-topping platinum-selling singles that culminated in the release of his picture perfect, pop-rooted debut album in 2020.

From defining his own vocabulary to explain his anxiety and depression, to establishing a foundation for discourse around this, to reminiscing on his angsty teenage years, Lauv explains how the unconventional aspects of his identity ended up making him a household name.

Outro Song: Fake feat. Conan Gray Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Featured Tracks:

Wishful Thinking - Somersault Sunday feat. Trevor Dahl YouTube

The Other - Lauv  Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Breathe - Lauv  Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Sad Forever - Lauv  Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Who - Lauv feat. BTS Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Billy - Lauv Apple Music Spotify YouTube

MASSIVE shout out to Lauv for the generous use of his music and support in bringing this podcast to life.

We Like IT Better with Lauv on Facebook Instagram Twitter

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During these strange times we find ourselves in, experiencing a loss of connection, freedom and normalcy, it’s now time for us to be back on, celebrating life and spontaneous moments of authentic behaviour, where we can all be our truest selves and say to life: YOU’RE ON!

That’s why at Texx Talks, we couldn’t be happier or prouder to be joining forces with Ray-Ban this Summer. Hit up Ray-Ban’s Instagram page at @rayban

Lira is a bonafide South African music legend. She is a multi-platinum selling and 11-times South African Music Award-winning, Afro-Soul vocalist who fuses elements of funk and jazz to create music that is both wholly unique and emotionally stirring.

From performing for Mabida, to representing us on multiple worldwide stages, to having a Barbie doll made in her honour, this woman really has done it all and she is a warm and welcoming inspiration to the next generation of vocalists.  

Unpacking her drive and determination to succeed whilst grappling with being a private person, Lira has forged a generation-defining career peppered with many, many firsts. 

Outro Song: Brave Heart  Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Featured Tracks:

Unique - Lira  Apple Music Spotify 

Dream - Lira Apple Music Spotify 

All My Love - Lira Apple Music Spotify 

Feel Good - Lira Apple Music Spotify 

MASSIVE shout out to Lira for the generous use of her music and support in bringing this podcast to life.

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Tasche is a young, vocal powerhouse who became a household name from the moment she was crowned the youngest winner, and the first female winner of South Africa’s The Voice competition, after a now-iconic four-chair turn performance.

After being taken under the wing of some of South African music’s biggest names in music, she’s crafting a career path that is undoubtedly authentic in her pursuit of capitalising on her already burgeoning career. 

Tasche talks about being openly queer in a typically conservative Afrikaans society and how taking risks has allowed her to stand out from the pop pack. 

Outro Song: Tweedehandse Hart Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Featured Tracks:

Die Een - Tasche Apple Music Spotify YouTube 

MASSIVE shout out to Tasche for the generous use of her music and support in bringing this podcast to life.

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Here at Texx Talks, we constantly strive to spotlight authentic music trailblazers, which is why we’re stoked to have Texx Talks styled by Ray-Ban this summer, helping us in our pursuit of featuring artists who aren’t afraid to be their authentic selves.

Discover your truest self at Ray-Ban’s IG

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For our next season of Xxtra we will be partnering with Bae Electronica, With Love The Agency and the Music In Africa Foundation, who launched an incredible programme last month called, Raise The Bar.

Developed as part of the Music In Africa Live program, which is supported by the German Federal Foreign Office, Siemens Stiftung, and Goethe-Institute, the Raise The Bar Programme seeks to bolster the presence of women in other aspects of the music industry, as well as equip them with the skillset necessary for survival in an otherwise impenetrable industry.

For this edition of XXtra Texx chats to Shiba, a self professed “Digital Ideasmith, Curator-Content Producer, Music Journalist and Voice Over Artist”.

For our growing back catalog of awesome, head on over to www.texxtalks.com or follow us on Facebook Instagram Twitter for updates, things you need to hear.

Also: make sure you follow Texx and the City on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram or all of your music news.

Here at Texx Talks, we constantly strive to spotlight authentic music trailblazers, which is why we’re stoked to have Texx Talks styled by Ray-Ban this summer, helping us in our pursuit of featuring artists who aren’t afraid to be their authentic selves.

That’s why at Texx Talks, we couldn’t be happier or prouder to be joining forces with Ray-Ban this Summer. 

Ray-Ban is your reflection in the mirror of your truest self, it’s the shade on a hot summer’s day, it is your own focus regardless of any spotlight that may be on you. 

Together, Texx Talks and Ray-Ban are saying: if you’ve got a challenge for us, no matter what it is - You’re On. 

You can’t predict the light. But with Texx Talks and Ray-Ban you are always ready to capture it by living each day in the moment. You’re On.

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Shane Durrant is the frontman of Desmond and the Tutus, the Pretorian DIY indie-rock band that spearheaded an entire scene in South Africa.

Known for their unique style of indie-rock and outlandish onstage antics, just as well as they are for their left-field name, the Tutus burst onto a scene that was more concerned with mainstream rock, ultimately finding a home on MK89 and an audience amongst a growing underground twenty-something community.

Rooted in strong kwela melodies and a DIY indie-punk attitude, they spearheaded an entire new wave of underground bands - from Oppikoppi to Osaka, Japan - and Shane explains their unconventional path to owning the moniker of “three time award-losing” band. 

Outro Song: Hard Work Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Featured Tracks:

Teenager - Desmond and the Tutus Apple Music Spotify 

Lazy Bones - Desmond and the Tutus Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Peter - Desmond and the Tutus Apple Music Spotify YouTube

What Am I Gonna Do With You - Desmond and the Tutus Apple Music Spotify YouTube

MASSIVE shout out to Desmond and the Tutus for the generous use of their music and support in bringing this podcast to life.

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Jackie Queens is a Zimbabwean-born artist and writer who, apart from lending her voice to some of the most scintillating South African house tracks, aims to challenge the status quo of the music industry’s perspective on that role women play in its success. 

With Projects like GIRLS and #WomenOfHouse, she provides a platform to artists that are often unseen, and in doing so, fulfils a crucial role in the education of our music scene at large and for that - we are proper fans.

Leaving her native Zimbabwe for the hustle and bustle of London, this beat siren fell in love with house and upon returning to Africa, gradually began her own musical education after a chance Gumtree encounter set her on a path to become the Queen of SA Afro-house music. 

Outro Song: Back to Us (Radio Edit) Apple Music Spotify Youtube

Featured Tracks:

Run feat. Core Wreckah - Jackie Queens SoundCloud

Conqueror (Enoo Napa Opaque Mix) - Jackie Queens Apple Music Spotify 

Departed feat. Jackie Queens - Cepta SoundCloud

Interludishness - Jackie Queens SoundCloud

Sphiwe - Enoo Napa and Jackie Queens Apple Music Spotify 

MASSIVE shout out to Jackie Queens for the generous use of her music and support in bringing this podcast to life.

Sing it loud with Jackie Queens on Facebook Instagram Twitter

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The Lumineers need no introduction but deserve one regardless. This chart-topping, award-winning American folk rock group makes genuine, straightforward music that comes from the heart and has been riveting audiences all over the world for a good decade-and-a-half now. 

With each album they’ve released their storytelling prowess grows stronger and a little bit darker and their last album III cements their status as masters of the concept album, tackling tricky subject matter and shedding light on pivotal societal issues that are so often marginalised. 

Chatting about the removal of ego from their art, Wesley Schultz and Jeremiah Freitas talk about their unique songwriting relationship, dealing with writing a new album that is not influenced by a global pandemic, and share their thoughts as to how they’ve remained grounded all these years.

Outro Song: Salt and the Sea Apple Music Spotify Youtube

Featured Tracks:

An Air That Kills - Jeremiah Fraites Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Donna - The Lumineers Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Sleep on the Floor - The Lumineers Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Ho Hey! - The Lumineers Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Gloria - The Lumineers Apple Music Spotify YouTube

MASSIVE shout out to The Lumineers, Dualtone Records and Activist Artist Management for the generous use of his music and support  in bringing this podcast to life.

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Shane Cooper is a bassist, composer and producer with an affinity for all kinds of genres and mediums. 

Gravitating towards the bass as his instrument of choice, while simultaneously making beats under his moniker of Card On Spokes and with his band Mabuta, Shane is part of a new wave of jazz artists pushing the genre forward in South Africa and his work is melodically rich and colourful, shining a bright light on the immense talent that we have in this country.

From navigating the “new normal”, to meticulously chipping away at attaining the perfect balance between work and play, Shane delivers the consummate “dummies guide” to maintaining one’s sanity and ensuring that no aspect of one’s life should ever be taken for granted. 

Outro Song: Learn to Levitate Apple Music Spotify Youtube

Featured Tracks:

Feel - Shane Cooper feat. Thandi Ntuli - Bandcamp

Sun in My Eyes - Shane Cooper feat. Mikaela Faye  - Bandcamp

Playin’ a Little Evening Bass - Shane Cooper -  YouTube

Speak! - Mabuta - Bandcamp

MASSIVE shout out to Shane Cooper for the generous use of his music in bringing this podcast to life.

SUPPORT INDIE MUSIC at Shane’s Bandcamp Page, Mabuta’s Bandcamp Page 

Take that bass for a ride with Shane Cooper on Facebook Instagram Twitter

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PHFAT (real name Mike Zietsman) is a rapper and producer, who has held the attention of audiences in South Africa, and around the world, for almost a decade with his versatile discography and consistent touring schedule. 

Establishing himself as a commercial heavyweight early on in his career – it’s been his darker and less radio-friendly work that’s set him apart over the last few years, with his latest singles being some of his best work to-date.

From understanding the new normal forced upon us by Covid-19, to demonetizing his music on streaming platforms, PHFAT talks frankly about owning his processes and dreams in the constant pursuit of creative perfection.

Outro Song: Whatever You Like  Apple Music Spotify Youtube

Featured Tracks:

Running in My Mind - PHFAT  Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Catherine - PHFAT Apple Music Spotify Youtube

EGODETH - PHFAT YouTube

Keep You Safe - PHFAT x Mac Motel Apple Music Spotify YouTube

The Big Five - PHFAT feat. Fuzzy Slipperz Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Lights Out - PHFAT feat. Jungfreud Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Suedes - PHFAT Apple Music Spotify YouTube

MASSIVE shout out to Smooth Mike aka PHFAT for the generous use of his music in bringing this podcast to life. 

Check out PHFAT's demonetisation policy at: https://bit.ly/3pohaIr

Analyse your dreams with PHFAT on Facebook Instagram Twitter

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Majozi is one of South Africa’s most beloved indie-pop singer-songwriters. Straight out of Durban, this musician wears his lyrical heart on his sleeve, quite literally, with his tattoos dedicated to his faith and to his mother – two defining aspects of his life that feature heavily in the music that he writes. 

His music is also refreshingly sincere and he has crafted heartfelt hit songs like “Fire” and “Darling” and “Falling” that artfully portray his uplifting perspective of the world around him, something that we all need a good dose of during these strange days. 

From his ever-changing journey alongside his record label, to soundtracking many a South African wedding, to his latest merch line that gives back to communities reeling from Covid-19, Majozi is your nice guy for every occasion with a burgeoning music career to boot. 

Outro Song: Falling  Apple Music Spotify Youtube

Featured Tracks:

The River -  Majozi  Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Darling - Majozi Apple Music Spotify Youtube

The Woods - Majozi feat. Tresor (Evida Remix) Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Cancun - City Bowl Mizers YouTube

MASSIVE shout out to Majozi and Universal for the generous use of his music in bringing this podcast to life. 

Wear your heart on your sleeve with Majozi on Facebook Instagram Twitter

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Black Motion is Thabo “Smol” Mabogwane and Robert “Murdah” Mohosana, the duo who have been flying the flag high for Tshwane, the undisputed house music capital of South Africa, for the last decade.

Their percussion-driven electronic dance music and wildly energetic performances, helped establish them as purveyors of South Africa’s burgeoning house scene, as they travelled the world and climbed the charts to praise and critical acclaim. 

From their early roots in Shoshanguve, to their deeply spiritual musical journey, Smol chats the importance of their Pedi culture and how they built their sound on the foundation of the drum, executed in the familiar style of house music.  

Outro Song: Marry Me featuring Msaki Apple Music Spotify Youtube

Featured Tracks:

Banane Mavoko -  Oskido presents Black Motion Featuring Jah Rich  Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Hosana - Black Motion  Apple Music Spotify Youtube

Beat of Africa - Black Motion Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Can’t Deny the Feeling - Black Motion Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Prayer for Rain - Black Motion, Caiiro feat. Tabia Apple Music Spotify YouTube

MASSIVE shout out to Black Motion and Sony BMG for the generous use of their music in bringing this podcast to life. 

Dance to the rhythm of the drums with Black Motion on Facebook Instagram Twitter

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Cassper Nyovest is arguably one of the biggest and most successful musicians on our music scene, today.

With four of his previous albums being certified platinum a few times over, and a fifth one almost certainly on the way, this rapper, songwriter, entrepreneur and record producer has set and broken records all over the place, and his infinitive drive and enviable work ethic, place him at the very top of his game.  

Born and raised in Mafikeng in the North West, with a strong sense of family and heritage in every aspect of the music that he makes, his humble approach to life, and his desire to pass on his father’s teachings to his own family, paint him as a picture of humility in a crazy social media-driven world that’s rife with haters.

Outro Song: Bonginkosi Apple Music Spotify Youtube

Featured Tracks:

Monate Mpolaye (Live at Global Citizen) - Cassper Nyovest  YouTube

Wama Tsebo Mtho - HHP feat. Cassper Nyovest Spotify Youtube

Gusheshe - Cassper Nyovest feat OkMalumKoolKat Apple Music Spotify YouTube

A.M.N Skit Apple Music Spotify YouTube

1 of 1 - Cassper Nyovest Apple Music Spotify YouTube

MASSIVE shout out to Cassper Nyovest and Universal South Africa for the generous use of his music in bringing this podcast to life. 

Be straight with the facts with Cassper Nyovest on Facebook Instagram Twitter

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Tems is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and producer whose sound is both sweetly intimate yet global in nature, and having barely been in the game for three years, she has appeared on multiple “Artists To Watch” lists around the world and with good reason. 

With a fusion of alternative R&B, neo-soul, and pop-rooted hooks, she’s created a sound that is all her own, approaching her music with a freedom to experiment and express herself through her deeply soulful voice. 

Knowing that music was always her calling, Tems chats openly and honestly about her desire to achieve perfectionism and authenticity in every aspect of her creative pursuit, even when the odds were stacked against her.  

Outro Song: Damages Apple Music Spotify Youtube

Featured Tracks:

Tems - Interference Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Tems - Try Me Apple Music Spotify Youtube

ODDIO - Love Me Down (feat Tems) Spotify YouTube

Tems - Mr Rebel Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Tems - Looku Looku Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Khalid, Disclosure - Know Your Worth (feat. Davido, Tems) Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Tems - Ice T Apple Music Spotify YouTube

MASSIVE shout out to Tems for the generous use of her music in bringing this podcast to life. 

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Kay Faith has established herself as the go-to producer for South Africa’s premier rappers and her long-awaited debut album sees her embrace seemingly conflicting elements to create a finely tuned body of work.

And having joined the line-up for this year’s Johnnie Walker Rocking The Daisies, we’re all frothing in anticipation for what is guaranteed to be a face melting set.

From growing up in rural Knysna to chatting her favourite song off her new album, Kay has the ear to dissect a hit and the sense to A&R its success. 

Set List:

Top 10 feat. Kashcpt, Hanna, Holy Alpha, Owethu - Apple music

Proudly Captonian feat. E-JayCPT, YoungstaCPT - Apple Music

Shark Week feat. Maglera Doe Boy - Apple Music 

A huge shout out to Johnnie Walker Rocking the Daisies - South Africa’s biggest music and lifestyle festival. Head on over to rockingthedaises.com for festival tips, tricks, info and merch!

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Nasty C is a multi award-winning rapper who, despite growing up in Durban, the home of kwaito, house and gqom, carved a different path for himself in hip hop. 

This path ultimately saw him become the youngest ever recipient of an award at the SA Hip Hop Awards in 2015, release a triple-platinum selling album in 2018, and ultimately go on to sign to a historic deal with Def Jam Records in early 2020. 

Having toured 32 new markets last year alone, this trailblazer has a knack for filling up arenas and dominating the stage, and at only 23-year-old he is undisputedly the voice of a new generation with a third hit album (A Zulu Man With Some Power), mini-documentary (Origins) and a Netflix special (Zulu Man in Japan) under his belt in 2020 so far.

Outro Song: Bookoo Bucks Apple Music Spotify Youtube

Featured Tracks:

No ID - Sky’s the Limit (instrumental) - YouTube

Nasty C - Bookoo Bucks Apple Music Spotify Youtube

Nasty C - There They Go (Instrumental) YouTube

Extra Reading:

Nasty C- “Origins” Documentary Apple

Nasty C - “A Zulu Man in Japan” Netflix

Def Jam Recordings Africa

MASSIVE shout out to Nasty C and Universal/ Def Jam Recordings Africa for the generous use of their music in bringing this podcast to life. 

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In this episode we're doing things a bit differently, getting African pop phenomenon and good friend to the show, Tresor, back at the mic for our first official catch-up. And it's fitting because his original podcast was one of our most streamed of all time. 

The last time we spoke to Tresor, he promised Texx, when we did this again it would be at his beach house in Malibu and we feel like it would have been, but Covid-19 really went and screwed everything up.

But – clearly it hasn’t stopped him from grinding because – break out the champagne – his third album, Nostalgia, has officially been certified GOLD.

So sit back and listen to history in the making as we catch up Tresor now and follow things up with his original podcast from back in May.

Outro Song: “Dancing With The Moon”  Apple Music  Spotify  YouTube

Featured tracks:

04:08 : Al Caiola - Mazurka Medley Youtube

06:41 : Moonchild Sanelly - F-BOYZ Apple Music  Youtube 

06:52 : Holly Rey - Wanna Be Apple Music  Youtube

17:38 : DJ Clock & Beatenberg - Pluto Apple Music  Youtube

18:18 : Tresor - Mount Everest Apple Music  Youtube

21:50 : Tresor - Electric Night Apple Music  Youtube

34:45 : Hugh Masekela - Grazing in the Grass Apple Music  Youtube

Extra reading:

Tresor’s Incredible story circa 2014 - Therese Owen for IOL

Tresor’s first band- Maisha “Live at Celebrate Durban” circa 2008

Jacquel Music Group

Universal Music Group South Africa

Keep up the hustle with Tresor at: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or his Website

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J’Something has been the smooth voice and face of SA’s most beloved house music trio, from the City Of Gold, for over a decade.

Alongside pianist and producer Dr. Duda and trumpeter Mo-T, this singer and guitarist has dominated as the frontman of the chart-smashing group Mi Casa, as their unique fusion of urban jazz and Afro-house took root in the hearts and minds of people all over the globe.

From the intense rush of the first Mi Casa show, to beating the fatigue associated with commercial stardom, to his latest sustainable farming endeavour, J’Something has proven to be a humble and grounded journeyman for every purpose.

Outro Song: Mamela Apple Music Spotify Youtube

Featured Tracks:

These Streets - Mi Casa Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Loliwe - Zahara Spotify YouTube

Jika - Mi Casa Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Sober - Mi Casa Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Obsessed - Mi Casa Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Eve - Mi Casa Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Banza and Patsy - Mi Casa Apple Music Spotify YouTube

MASSIVE shout out to Mi Casa and Universal for the generous use of their music in bringing this podcast to life. 

Stay Grooving with Mi Casa on Facebook Instagram Twitter

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And just like that our little “break” is over and we’re back at it. 

We want to thank each and every one of you listening for the amazing support that you’ve shown us from the very first episode drop. We started with a little idea in March and now, tens of thousands of downloads later, we are about to embark on our most ambitious season yet: a three month run with an episode drop every Thursday, right up until New Years Eve!

For Season 3 we have double the amount of international acts on the bill, and naturally, more of the best South African and African talent as we continue our quest to spotlight the best our music scene has to offer.

So if you haven’t already - subscribe to Texx Talks on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Castbox or.. any other place you can imagine that streams pods - so that you’re never out of the loop.

We are also teaming up with #FokofLager for the months of September with some really cool hampers, so make sure you head over to our socials for more info!

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**Re-Release**

While we continue to put our upcoming Season through its paces, we are continue to highlight the amazing womxn of Texx Talks. This week we bring back one of our favourite episodes...

Alice Phoebe Lou

Alice Phoebe Lou is a proudly independent singer-songwriter whose creative confidence shines courtesy of her captivating vocals and stripped back compositions.

Having developed her bluesy, folk sound busking on the streets of Berlin, she has caught the ears of a community of music lovers the world over with her honest storytelling and raw, beautiful voice. 

From growing up in the quiet seaside town of Kommetjie in Cape Town, to opening for the lauded Rodriguez, to collaborating with Game Of Thrones’ Maisie Williams, to being shortlisted for an Academy Award for Best Original Song, Alice continues to forge her own path by asserting her hard-earned independence.

Outro Song: “Witches”  Apple Music and Youtube 

Featured tracks:

“She” Alice Phoebe Lou from “Bombshell - The Hedy Lamarr Story” Apple Music Youtube

“Galaxies” Alice Phoebe Lou Apple Music Youtube

“99 Luftballons” Nena Apple Music Youtube

Extra reading:

“Bombshell - The Hedy Lamarr Story”

“Galaxies” Featuring Maiasie Williams curated by Majestic Casuals

Alice Phoebe Lou’s TedxBerlin Performance

Alice Phoebe Lou Busking in Berlin - “Rebel Rose”

Maisie Williams’ “Daisie” App

Take a journey with Alice at: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or her Website

Her latest album: “Live at Funkhaus”

None of this would have been possible without our partners STFD Studios and Mixroom Studios.

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**Re-Release**

Now that all the corporate noise around Womxn’s Month has died down, we have decided to bring you some of our past episodes through September featuring our female guests from previous seasons while we take a little break before Season 3. 

Zolani Mahola

Zolani Mahola can be best described as a South African national treasure. Over her 17 years in the industry, she established herself as the frontwoman of award-winning group Freshlyground, before reinventing herself under her solo moniker as “The One Who Sings” at the end of 2019. 

From getting deported by authoritarian regimes to feeling your lowest whilst on top, Zolani’s journey is one one of boundless optimism and heartfelt glimpses into the mind of this talented storyteller.

Outro Song “Here is a Thing” 

Follow Zolani’s journey on her blog , Facebook, Twitter  and

Instagram.

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We honestly can’t believe that so much has happened over the last two months of Texx Talks Season 2.

We just need to get real for a second - the process of recording Season 2 in lockdown has not been without its ups and downs. 

And if it wasn’t for the whole team, scattered around South Africa, keeping each other sane, we all would have lost our collective minds.

But between the support of you, the listener, and TOMS - we managed to raise the bar and smash all of our expectations.

So now let's LOOK BACK.

Outro Song: “Elevate” Matthew Loots and Barry van Zyl  Soundcloud

Extra Reading:

Texx and the City

Texx Talks Previous Episodes

The One And Only- Matthew Loots

Keep talking with Texx Talks: Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

None of this would have been possible without our partners TOMS - The Only Music Store.

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Msaki is a singer and songwriter whose deeply soulful vocals and lyrics carry profound messages that resonate with everyone who’s had the pleasure of hearing her sing and seeing her perform.

This Eastern Cape-born musician has created songs that combine soulful folk with symphonic movements, Xhosa lyrics with African poly-rhythms and her raw delivery disrupts your senses as she sings of love and loss, and home and hope. 

From speaking about being an advocate for change, to her collaboration on some of SA’s most beloved house tracks, Msaki is undeniably one of the most important modern voices to put thought to bars.

Outro Song: “Blood, Guns and Revolutions”  Apple Music

Featured tracks:

Ubomi Abumanga -  Sun el Musician feat. Msaki Apple Music 

Love Colour Spin - Moby Dixon feat. Msaki  Apple Music

Fetch Your Life - Prince Kaybee feat. Msaki  Apple Music

Pearls to Swine - Msaki feat.Tresor Apple Music

limfama Ziyabona - Msaki YouTube

Extra Reading:

Platoon empowers Artists 

Francois Knoetze 

Maboneng Womxn’s Month Mural

One Shushu Day

Alt Blk

Unathi Mkonto

Join the Revolution with Msaki: Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

None of this would have been possible without our partners TOMS - The Only Music Store.

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Michael David Rosenberg – better known to all of us as Passenger - is an award-winning, chart topping singer-songwriter who commands the stage and your attention, like few solo acts can and do.

This Brighton-born musician is a master storyteller, seeking out the charming in the seemingly mundane, and spinning songs that remind us of the importance of human interaction in an all too out-of-touch technological world.

With his intimate, folk-inflected sound, this one-man band has built a loyal following, and he chats to us about a recent foul purchase, chasing an endless summer and how commanding a street corner ultimately prepares you to face 65 000 fans.

Outro Song: “Sword From the Stone”  off the new album “Patchwork” 

Featured tracks:

Let Her Go - Apple Music Spotify 

Hearts on Fire featuring Ed Sheeran - Apple Music Spotify

Pull a Sword From the Stone with Passenger: Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

None of this would have been possible without our partners TOMS - The Only Music Store.

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Karen Zoid is a powerhouse performer and composer who has gained critical acclaim for her music in both English and Afrikaans – with her early work having influenced an entire generation of South Africans.

All through her career, Karen has held onto an enviable integrity that allows her to speak her mind, and over the last few years South Africans became as familiar with her face, as they are with her voice, as the host of her flawless variety show, Republiek Van Zoid Afrika. 

Find out what makes this undisputed queen of SA rock ‘n’ roll an entrepreneurial and creative force to be reckoned with as she talks us through the blessings and pitfalls of her illustrious career. 

Outro Song: “Great Heart”  Live, Republic of Zoid, Johnny Clegg and Karen Zoid.

Featured tracks:

Wonderboom - Charlie Ain't slavin 2 da habit

Live Jimi Presley - Halen

Battery 9 - Kiss the Machine

Moses Molelekwa - Genes and Spirits

Springbok Nude Girls - Genie

Battery 9 - Kiss the Machine

Fokofpolisiekar - Dagdronk

Kurt Darren - Party Tyd

Johnny Clegg & Karen Zoid - Great Heart

Hans Zimmer - Time

USA for Africa - We are the World

Van Pletzen feat. Early B. - Dronk op Liefde

Early B & Karen Zoid - Deur Druk

Fokofpolisiekar - Dagdronk

Max Hurrel - Zol 

Extra reading:

Republic of Zoid Afrika

Mothership Studios

Beam yourself up to the Mothership: Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

None of this would have been possible without our partners TOMS - The Only Music Store.

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For our next season of Xxtra we will be partnering with Bae Electronica, With Love The Agency and the Music In Africa Foundation, who launched an incredible programme last month called, Raise The Bar.

Developed as part of the Music In Africa Live program, which is supported by the German Federal Foreign Office, Siemens Stiftung, and Goethe-Institute, the Raise The Bar Programme seeks to bolster the presence of women in other aspects of the music industry, as well as equip them with the skillset necessary for survival in an otherwise impenetrable industry.

Episode 2 features Rose Bonica who chats running a label as an artist and self-publishing as a means to empower herself as an artist.

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Over the last 14 years, Culoe De Song has cemented his distinct brand of rhythmic house, infused with traditional sounds and rich melodies, and has played stages from Barcelona to Bloemfontein, all while maintaining his distinct South African flare. 

Having gained both local and international acclaim for his pioneering style of Afro-house, Culoe talks to us about his lockdown hustle, and the amazing commonality between Zulu and European cultures while walking us through his own life’s journey.

Outro Song: “Judgement Dance”  *UNRELEASED TEXX TALKS EXCLUSIVE*

Featured tracks:

Culoe de Song - Medicine: Apple Music Spotify YouTube

DJ Kabila - Somnyama: Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Kan Sano - Stars in Your Eyes  Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Culoe de Song feat. Fatima - The Dragon’s End Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Culoe de Song - Rambo Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Culoe de Song - Webaba Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Matthew Loots - Flashpoint SoundCloud

Special shout out to the folks over at de Song Music for the generous use of their music in bringing this pod to life - here’s looking at you, Mlu! 

Extra reading:

Red Bull Music Academy 

Soulistic

Realtone Agency

Djoon

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From the first single off of their debut album, GoodLuck have consistently crafted a unique blend of electronica and jazz and pop that has seen them carve out a niche for themselves that’s seemingly unstoppable.

As the front woman of one of the most hardworking live electronic acts in South Africa, Juliet Harding chats about the group’s early experimental days, to the novel recording process of their second album Creatures Of The Night, to their philanthropy efforts during lockdown to aid those who need it most.

Outro Song: “What Next?”  Apple Music, Spotify and Youtube.

Featured tracks:

Back in the Day: Apple Music Spotify YouTube

jacSharp - “Saving Grace”: Apple Music Spotify YouTube

A special thanks to Goodluck for the generous use of their music in bringing this pod to life. 

Extra reading:

The Luckdown

Get Lucky Summer

Get Lucky Records

Changing Medical Insurers 

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Early B is The United States of Bleomendal’s favourite hip hop son, whose slick rhymes and lekker vibes quickly earned him a place amongst Afrikaans rap’s elite, from the first few bars of his debut video gone viral, “Leka Djy”.  

From his early days starting out as one half of the rap duo Earl & Agemi, to his relationship with Peach and Nax from Van Pletzen, to forming an incredible working relationship with his sister as his manager, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a more dynamic, humorous and keen storyteller.

Outro Song: “Ben 10”  Apple Music, Spotify and Youtube.

Featured tracks:

“Early B Lockdown Challenge” YouTube

"Leka Djy" Apple Music Spotify Youtube

"Deur Druk" feat. Karen Zoid Apple Music Spotify YouTube

"Dakskroef" Apple Music Spotify YouTube

"Bene Lam" YouTube

"Ben 10”  Apple Music, Spotify and Youtube.

A special thanks to Early B and his team for the generous use of the music in bringing this pod to life. 

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