Sony Music Africa celebrates artists for winning at the SAMAs
Sony Music Africa has congratulated their artists’ for winning at the 29th South African Music Awards (SAMA 29). The late AKA, Elaine, Kabza De Small, Kwesta, DJ Maphorisa, Young Stunna, K.O, Mdu AKA TRP, Myztro, Felo Le Tee and Stakev secured prestigious awards at the event, showcasing their commitment to excellence and innovation in the music industry.
The late AKA (Kiernan Forbes) was awarded the Best Engineered Album at SAMA 29, this is what engineer, Robin Kohl, had to say about the win.
“Kiernan was always so proud of his materials, and sonic identity and often mused that he was the best sounding rapper in the history of SA hip-hop. I had never met someone so obsessed with detail, which made our relationship simultaneously hard and rewarding. With four albums together and a relationship of over 10 years, this win is bittersweet and is our proudest mutual moment. Here’s to you brother, after so many years and projects, we finally got one of the awards you coveted greatly. Thank you for gifting us with your talent and time,” says Kohl.
Kwesta and Kabza De Small took home the Best Kwaito Album for Speak N Vrosta while Elaine won Best Produced Music Video. DJ Maphorisa and Kabza De Small were victorious in the Duo/Group of the Year category for their collaborative efforts on Scorpion Kings Live Arena.
DJ Maphorisa shares; “Thank you to God firstly, we wouldn’t be here without his blessing and alignment on our lives in music, he has truly shown up for us as Scorpion Kings, we thank our family, fans and everyone that has supported scorpion kings locally and internationally. To many more successes locally and internationally, thank you and we are humbled South Africa.”
Tobetsa hitmaker and Amapiano rising star, Myztro, has achieved a remarkable milestone by receiving the prestigious Best Newcomer award. Myztro has been at the forefront of setting dance floors ablaze with a series of chart-topping hits and collaborations with industry icons, solidifying his position as a force within the Amapiano genre.
“I was never mindful of the words “thapelo di landile” when in essence it was a manifestation of everything great and powerful that is becoming. To the first of many, special gratitude to everyone who keeps believing in me more than anything to the good Lord who keeps giving even when I didn’t know it’s needed,” says Myztro.
Kabza De Small’s exceptional talent shined throughout the night as he claimed Best Amapiano and Best Produced Album for KOA II Part 1.
“Ke leboga modimo, badimo, family, fans and all those that have been on this journey with me, winning best amapiano, best-produced album, best kwaito and best duo is something I hold dear to me, as many know I’m not one with a lot of words, but these awards are really a representation of who I am musically, and I thank you.SPIRIT! Kabza De Small shares.
K.O received the SAMRO highest airplay composer award and was honoured with the CAPASSO Most Streamed Song Award for Sete.
