The Best Kept Secret Podcast - TBKS

This week, on The Best Kept Secret Podcast, for our final album review of the year, we take a look at the official debut studio album by one of the country’s top R&B/Pop artists, Rowlene. Her album, titled “11:11”, has been one of the most anticipated albums of 2020 and so it was only right that we had a discussion about it. From Imposter, to Boy Bye, The Evolution Of A Robot...

This week’s episode of The Best Kept Secret Podcast is a very special one. We are talking about the incredible EP from Muzi, titled “Mama” — a dedication to his late mother. We discuss the importance of artists such as Muzi and their unique sonic perspectives and interpretations of the world and how we experience life. Visit TBKS website · Follow TBKS on Facebook &mi...

This week, on The Best Kept Secret Podcast, we have a very passionate discussion about the latest offering from one of the most exciting new school artists in the country, Lordkez. Coming from her Revenge EP release in 2019 and now back with “Charcotta”, she doesn’t seem to be slowing down any time soon. The lord of the vibes brings all kinds of vibes on this impressive body of w...

This week on TBKS we discuss the mysterious artist on the rise by the name of BurningForestBoy & his debut project CICADA. Visit TBKS website · Follow TBKS on Facebook · Follow TBKS on Twitter · Follow TBKS on Instagram

This week we’re back with another album review! This time around we take an in-depth look at PatrickxxLee’s latest album titled “Eternity”. Coming from an impressive “Nowhere Child” album in 2018, PatrickxxLee picks up from where he left off as the story of the Lost Boy continues. We discuss some of our favorite moments on the album and what we love about the tr...

Is there still a great need for Idols in this country? Does the hip-hop industry need another season of The Hustle? What makes The Voice a great platform for artists trying to enter into the music industry? What made Redbull’s Lift As You Rise so successful? On this week’s episode, we have a candid discussion about the positives and negatives of music-based talent shows, especially her...

J Molley is widely regarded as “the leader of the new wave” in the South African hip-hop music scene. From “945” to “Lightning”, to “Always Stressed” and now “Ang’na Stress”; Molley seems to always be looking for ways to push not only himself but his fellow new wave peers as well. Having released what is now considered a genre class...

There is no denying by now that Costa Titch has quickly become one of South Africa’s most talked about artists, especially in 2020. After releasing a string of back to back hits, assisted by some of the game’s best (Riky Rick, AKA & Boity), Costa has now finally released his debut album titled, “Made In Africa”. This week, on the show, we review this debut body of work...

This week we take a look at one of the most refreshing voices in the South African music scene as we review an album tilted Son Of Uri by rising alternative star, Espacio Dios. This body of work can be categorized as somewhat of an alternative-pop body of work that has roots in rhythmic tribal sonics. We also discuss how artists like Espacio, Muzi, LordKez and a few others are at the forefront of...

Cassper Nyovest is arguably one of the greatest hip hop entertainers South Africa has ever had but there has always been a split opinion when it comes to his skills and abilities as an actual MC. In this episode we discuss his latest album, Any Minute Now, in-depth and also try to figure out why he doesn’t seem to always get the credit when it comes to the actual music. Visit TBKS website &m...

Damned if you do. Damned if you don't. Bonus episode Visit TBKS website · Follow TBKS on Facebook · Follow TBKS on Twitter · Follow TBKS on Instagram

This week on episode 10 we have general discussions on multiple topics ranging from a brief review of Big Sean’s comeback album “Detroit 2” to Focalistic and his trailblazing dominant 2020 year and also the importance of new school superstar Costa Titch and the role he plays in a diverse South African music industry Visit TBKS website · Follow TBKS on Facebook · Fol...

This week we discuss Ipeleng's debut project titled "Unsolicited" & peel back a few of it's many heartfelt layers. Visit TBKS website · Follow TBKS on Facebook · Follow TBKS on Twitter · Follow TBKS on Instagram

This week on TBKS Podcast we take a look at the much talked about third studio album by Nasty C. We review the album in its entirety and discuss if it lived up to the expectations of the general consensus. We discuss what this third studio album from Nasty C means for him and his career moving forward as he continues to further establish himself in the American market. Was this album a hit or miss...

This week on The Best Kept Secret Podcast we review and dissect the collaborative project by FLVME and Die Mondez, titled "RedLight District"We discuss everything from production to lyrics and features and all the positives and negatives from the album. Visit TBKS website · Follow TBKS on Facebook · Follow TBKS on Twitter · Follow TBKS on Instagram

Throughout Part 1 and 2 of this album analysis, we’ve seen PatrickxxLee go through a roller coaster of emotions and when it looked like he wasn’t going to make it, he managed to pull himself out and did some soul-searching but the answers aren’t as clear as he would’ve liked them to be. At the end of the album, he now finds himself at a paradox: As a person with so much anx...

This week we take a dive into the debut solo project by producer-artist, Elizée called “The BLK SHP” We dissect our favourite moments on the project, what could have been better and what we would like to see from Elizée moving forward. We also discuss the advantages and disadvantages of going from producer/songwriter to recording artist. Why is it more difficult for songw...

They always say mental illness and substance abuse do not go well together and in this chapter of the album, we get to see first hand just some of the damage this can cause. In part two of our three-part analysis of PatrickxxLee’s “Nowhere Child” album, we take a look at the many destructive ways in which Patrick tries to suppress the demons he fights on the daily. Visit TBKS web...

This week we highlight the incredible work that Elaine has been able to achieve as an independent artist and her role in leading a new generation of Trapsoul/R&B voices in South Africa. We also discuss the actual rise of Trapsoul in South Africa and why it works for some artists and why it seems to be a struggle for others. We also talk about why there seems to be a disconnect between art...

According to Patrick, “The Nowhere” is a state of mind. “The Nowhere” is a place within yourself, an open field or a hole where it’s neither hot nor cold, everything is just still. He said he felt so lost deep within himself that the environment in reality didn’t matter at all. According to him, it was like standing still and having the world move around him, so...

This week, we discuss all things A-Reece. From his Ambitious phase, to his TWC stint, the aftermath of that time and where he is now as he prepares to release his much anticipated Paradi$e 2 album. We take a look at what makes Reece special but also what seems to be holding him back when compared to his peers who have been in the game for a similar time. Also, could Meanwhile In Honeydew be one of...

This week on The Best Kept Secret Podcast, we review the impressive debut project from the talented Marcus Harvey titled, “I Am Marcus Harvey”. From the lyrics, to the production, to the vocal performances, etc., we dive deep into the album and all its technicalities and nuances as we make sense of what makes this body of work so impressive. Visit TBKS website · Follow TBKS on F...

This week, we discuss the latest Nasty C and T.I collaboration and the importance of international features. We talk about Def Jam and it’s new associate label: Def Jam Africa. How big of a deal is it? Will it help or hinder local growth? Should independent artists aspire to sign? We also talk about the Sho Madjozi deal with Epic Records US. Visit TBKS website · Follow TBKS on Faceboo...

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