The Best Kept Secret Podcast - TBKS

TBKS E102: The Jay Jody Episode

South African hip-hop artist, Jay Jody released a brand new project in March of 2023 titled: Revenge Is Sweet. This is a follow-up to his previous offering titled: Sunset Stories. This new project sees Jay showcase his skills as a rapper and great storyteller. The project features Loatinover Pounds, AV…

13 Apr 2023 40 min

TBKS E101: The YoungstaCPT Episode

YoungstaCPT is arguably the hardest working rapper in South Africa and he has over 120 projects as proof. Regarded as one of the elite MC’s in the country, YoungstaCPT remains consistent with all his musical outputs and his latest project “Suffer For Beauty” continues his impeccable run. A project in…

6 Apr 2023 48 min

TBKS E100: The Nanette Interview

For our milestone 100th episode, we bring you the first ever interview on our show featuring R&B princess, Nanette! Nanette Mbili, better known as Nanette, hails from Durban, KwaZulu Natal. Fresh out of high school, in 2020 Nanette took to cultivating a career in music as a Bachelor of Arts…

30 Mar 2023 59 min

TBKS E99: The AI in Music Episode

Exploring the Impact and Consequences of AI in the Music Industry. The music industry is one of the many sectors that have been greatly impacted by the advancements in artificial intelligence (AI). The impact of AI in the music industry is complex and multifaceted. These days AI has the ability…

23 Mar 2023 56 min

TBKS E98: The New Season Comeback Episode

Season premiere episode discussing all the exciting music coming in 2023! The first episode of our brand-new season is finally here! In this episode, we do a recap on some of the music that dropped while the show was on production break. We talk about a number of releases from…

16 Mar 2023 45 min

TBKS E97: The 2022 Recap Episode

For our final episode of the year, we take the time to reflect and look back on some of our favourite music moments of 2022. We rank our favourite albums that we covered on the show this season. We also share our favourite songs and verses. We also spend some…

20 Dec 2022 56 min

TBKS E96: The Big Hash Episode

For our final album review of 2022, we are discussing the much anticipated release by The Big Hash. After many delays and pushbacks, the album finally saw the light of the day and it has been met with positive reactions from his fanbase. The name of the album is fittingly…

12 Dec 2022 46 min

TBKS E95: The Yamiko Episode

Yamiko is a multifaceted artist from Cape Town, South Africa. As a singer/songwriter, she’s currently making music that’s predominantly in the Alternative R&B world. Her new EP, called SHADOW MAGIC, is her latest creative offering and it covers some interesting ground musically and creatively. The project also features guest verses from…

4 Dec 2022 26 min

TBKS E94: The Khanya Yucca Episode

Gauteng born singer and songwriter, Khanya Yucca made her introduction in the music industry when she released her debut single “Toxic” in 2020. Now, 2 years later, she’s back with her first EP titled: Everything’s Changed. From the production, to the melodies and incredible vocals, throughout this project we get…

2 Dec 2022 21 min

TBKS E93: The Touchline Episode

When it comes to captivating storytelling from hip-hop artists, Touchline is arguably one of the best and exciting new voices in the South African hip-hop game. With his latest EP titled: Before I Say More, he takes the time to remind us why he should be in every in conversation…

27 Nov 2022 35 min

TBKS E92: The Leon John Episode

Leon John is an independent singer, songwriter, producer and performer of Zimbabwean and South African nationality who who has low-key released one of the best albums of 2022. His debut album: To License to Feel, explores the hardships of coming to terms with your past and how generational trauma affects the…

17 Nov 2022 46 min

TBKS E91: The PH RAW X Episode

We are honoured to bring you an in-depth album review from one of the most legendary artists/producers South Africa has ever seen: From Giyani With Love Too by PH RAW X. There aren’t many active South African artists/producers that can say they’ve impacted the hip hop scene like PH RAW…

6 Nov 2022 45 min

TBKS E90: The J Clu Episode

For our latest episode we are taking a deep dive into a new EP titled Growing Pains by J Clu, an artist that’s been steady building momentum and making waves in scene. This EP is a collaboration project between him and a producer by the name of Soulkit. J Clu…

3 Nov 2022 31 min

TBKS E89: The Sandrahhh Episode

EATING GOOD" is the brand new EP by multi-talented rising artist, sandrahhh. This project is a hip-hop/rap audio-visual reflection of sandrahhh and the FTL Radio Team's dedication to excellence and personal development in the most animated and cinematic ways possible.A solid project built on their unique finesse alongside a handful…

30 Oct 2022 32 min

TBKS E88: The Shxnnon Episode

Port Elizabeth born, Johannesburg based singer/songwriter, Shxnnon has been making waves in the local R&B/Trap-Soul here in South Africa for a minute now and after a string of singles in the last two years, she has finally released her first project titled: You Played Yourself. With a runtime of just…

27 Oct 2022 32 min

TBKS E87: The ZuluMecca Episode

ZuluMecca finally blessed the fans with a brand new body of work that came in the form of 7 songs and zero skips. The project is titled: WEPT…a succeeding parable. With a catalogue that mixes avant-garde with the hand of God, ZuluMecca is a prophet, the alpha, the rock of…

23 Oct 2022 33 min

TBKS E86: The Tyler Page Episode

We are excited to give you an in-depth review for the debut project by rising pop sensation, Tyler Page. The name of the EP is called: GAME OVER. Tyler Page is a powerful and exciting vocalist from Cape Town, who captured our attention with her debut single in 2021 called…

9 Oct 2022 32 min

TBKS E85: The Maglera Episode

Following a string of singles and iconic feature verses in the last 12 months, Maglera Doe Boy finally released his much anticipated album: Diaspora. With this album, Maglera paints pictures of the realities of where he is from and his experiences navigating the music industry.This is a deeply personal biographical…

2 Oct 2022 42 min

TBKS E84: The Don Calya Episode

For our latest episode, we are checking out the latest body of work by alternative/pop/electronic singer-songwriter, Don Calya. The name of the EP is called: The Arrival and throughout the journey, we get to see Calya explore her creativity while making interesting artistic choices. This project is the perfect introduction…

29 Sep 2022 26 min

TBKS E83: The Priddy Ugly Episode

This week we are bringing you an in-depth review episode of the latest music offering from the prolific rapper, Priddy Ugly titled: MUD. This is a follow up from his critically acclaimed work, SOIL. On this new album, Priddy explores themes ranging from loss, grief, hood politics, community and culture at…

15 Sep 2022 42 min