EPISODE 60|KANYE WEST POD SOCKS SHOE'S FOR $100|JOHNATHAN MAJOR'S CASE, ZAHARA,BULL SHARKS IN RIVERSWelcome to episode 60 of Backroomconvo's with Lesego M! In this solo episode, Lesego dives deep into the beautiful song "Amandla" by Aymos ft Jessica LM and how it serves as a soothing anthem for mourning a legendary artist like ZAHARA. Join Lesego as he dissects the highly talked-about Jonathan Major assault case, along with Major's high-profile romance with the talented Meagan Good. That's not all! Lesego also shares his thoughts on Kanye West's latest shoe release, which coincides with his upcoming album "Vultures" in collaboration with TY Dollar $ign. Get ready for an engaging and enlightening discussion on music, current events, and everything in between. Tune in now and join the conversation!

EPISODE 60|KANYE WEST POD SOCKS SHOE'S FOR $100|JOHNATHAN MAJOR'S CASE, ZAHARA,BULL SHARKS IN RIVERSWelcome to episode 60 of Backroomconvo's with Lesego M! In this solo episode, Lesego dives deep into the beautiful song "Amandla" by Aymos ft Jessica LM and how it serves as a soothing anthem for mourning a legendary artist like ZAHARA. Join Lesego as he dissects the highly talked-about Jonathan Major assault case, along with Major's high-profile romance with the talented Meagan Good. That's not all! Lesego also shares his thoughts on Kanye West's latest shoe release, which coincides with his upcoming album "Vultures" in collaboration with TY Dollar $ign. Get ready for an engaging and enlightening discussion on music, current events, and everything in between. Tune in now and join the conversation!https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_episode/37614957/37614957-1702563735772-57f48893eaa25.jpg

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EPISODE 114| INDEPENDENT ELECTRAL COMMISSION,JULIUS MALEMA,ZUMA AND THE AFRICAN NATIONAL CONGRESS,DA AND ANC COLIATION

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Episode 162: Kevin Momo’s Historic 20M Streams, Mlindo’s Comeback & Amapiano’s New Kings

In this milestone Episode 162 of Backroom Convo’s, host Lesego M dives into South Africa’s explosive Amapiano scene, spotlighting three seismic releases reshaping the global music landscape:

🔥 Kevin Momo’s Record-Shattering Week
His album Thato Ya Modimo isn’t just a hit—it’s a cultural reset. With 20 million streams in its first week, it dominated platforms globally:

  • 🥈 #8 on Spotify’s Global Chart—the highest peak for a South African album this year.

  • ⏱️ Most-streamed album in 24 hours (2025), proving Amapiano’s unstoppable reach.

  • 🎹 29 tracks of "soulful piano melodies and rhythmic percussion" 6, cementing Kelvin Momo as a genre pioneer whose "innovative sound design pushes Amapiano forward" 6.

🎤 Mlindo The Vocalist’s Grand Return
After a hiatus, the storytelling maestro announces Uhambo - The Journey (July 18), his first album since 2022. Lesego unpacks:

  • 🎶 The lead single Inkomo Zika Baba (feat. DJ Maphorisa), released June 13—a "heartfelt, dramatic tale of lobola and commitment" 13.

  • 🔥 Mlindo’s reunion with mentor DJ Maphorisa: "My musical journey started with him" 13.

  • 📈 Why this album chronicles his evolution from Emakhaya to newfound maturity.

👑 Sam Deep’s Genre Fusion
The trailblazer dropped Kings Of Kwapi Vol. 1 on June 12:

  • ⚡ 17 tracks blending Amapiano with Kwaito—a "new hybrid" redefining SA sound 8.

  • 💿 Released under Madeepana Records, spotlighting collabs with Stixx & Nvcho 4.

  • 🌍 Strategic timing amid Amapiano’s global surge.

💬 Lesego’s Deep Dive
Beyond the stats, this episode explores:

  • How Kevin Momo’s production "balances tradition and innovation" 6 to cross borders.

  • Mlindo’s vulnerability in narrating love and sacrifice—and why his comeback matters.

  • Sam Deep’s role in Amapiano’s "expansive evolution" 8.

✨ Final Take: "These albums aren’t just music—they’re blueprints for African artistry going global." – Lesego M

🔗 Where to Listen: Apple Podcasts | iHeartRadio
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