Amapiano News
10 stories · Latest from the global amapiano scene
DBN Gogo Announces Historic 24-Hour Showcase
Durban-born DJ and amapiano icon DBN Gogo has announced a groundbreaking 24-hour non-stop DJ showcase for April 2026, challenging perceptions about women's endurance and artistry in electronic music. The event will be live-streamed globally.
Uncle Waffles Joins Kaytranada's European Tour
Cape Town sensation Uncle Waffles is supporting Grammy-winning producer Kaytranada across Europe, with stops in Amsterdam, Berlin, Warsaw and London. The tour marks her biggest international exposure to date.
Black Coffee Confirms 8th Ibiza Residency
South African music legend Black Coffee will return for his eighth consecutive Saturday residency at Hï Ibiza, running from May 2 to October 3, 2026. The residency has become the pinnacle of the global amapiano calendar.
Focalistic x Adidas: First African Sneaker Collab
Focalistic has become the first African musician to co-design an Adidas sneaker collection. The FocaForum 2000 drops globally this summer, celebrating the intersection of amapiano culture and streetwear.
Kelvin Momo Announces Debut Solo Concert
Amapiano underground hero Kelvin Momo has announced his first-ever solo concert at Johannesburg's prestigious Ticketpro Dome, set to be a landmark moment for the deeper, more spiritual side of the genre.
Kabza De Small Breaks Apple Music Streaming Record
The King of Amapiano has set a new Apple Music record as the most-streamed South African artist of all time. His latest EP has already accumulated over 50 million streams in its first week.
Amapiano Takes Over Coachella 2026
For the first time in Coachella's history, an entire dedicated amapiano stage has been confirmed for the 2026 festival. Kabza De Small, DBN Gogo and Uncle Waffles are among the confirmed performers.
#amapiano Hits 1 Billion TikTok Views
The #amapiano hashtag has officially crossed the one billion views milestone on TikTok, cementing the genre's status as one of the most globally viral music movements in history. South Africa celebrates.
Vigro Deep Signs Global Distribution Deal
Deep amapiano pioneer Vigro Deep has signed a landmark global distribution deal that will see his music officially available in 180 countries, marking a significant step in the genre's international expansion.
SA Music Week 2026 Confirms Amapiano As Focus Genre
South African Music Week 2026 has placed amapiano at the centre of its programme, with a dedicated amapiano summit featuring industry panels, live showcases and masterclasses from the genre's biggest names.
