RAPPERS CREATE THEIR OWN BREAK

RAPPERS CREATE THEIR OWN BREAK

By Kopano Dibakwane

Edmond Shabangu and Sthembiso Thanjekwayo are members of the rap group, Blue Noise, from Sabie, Mpumalanga. They say they are very keen to revolutionise South African hip-hop with their experimental sounds of rock, classic, traditional and r&b. The group was formed in 2008 and has been brewing in Mpumalanga’s underground hip hop circles.

The confident lyricists said they established an independent record label called, Millionaire Music Group, to sustain them in the music business.

“Our music speaks to different people from all races and backgrounds. Our record label has a team of producers and artists and we draw inspiration from each other’s talents. Millionaire Music Group is a movement and it will become one of the best independent record labels in the country,” said Shabangu.

The group said they have performed in many shows around the province, but added that the highlight of their career so far, was performing at the 2009 International Gold Panning event, held at Pilgrims Rest, also in Mpumalanga.

“The Gold Panning show opened our eyes and taught us to respect what we are doing. It taught us to share our experiences through our music. We are working on our mix tape to be released around mid-year and we’ll be shooting a music video for our first single called, “something outta nothing,” said Thanjekwayo.

The two are currently organising a provincial tour to promote their single and brand. They’ll be connecting with their followers through radio interviews and live performances. They said that Mzansi hip hop fans must be ready for raw street music.

Blue Noise can be found on Facebook on their official page, The Real Millionaire Music Group.