TBKS E160: The Anica Kiana Interview

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In this episode, SeezyRay sits down with rising South African pop artist Anica Kiana for a heartfelt and honest conversation about music, growth, and everything in between.

Anica takes us back to her beginnings, from posting covers online to getting cosigned by pop duo Locnville, and eventually collaborating with one of Africa’s biggest hip-hop stars, Nasty C. We dive into her songwriting process, the emotional layers behind tracks like Narc Boy and Gotta Leave, and how her music continues to mirror the complexities of her real life.

She opens up about what it means to be vulnerable in her writing, navigating love and loss through melody, and how live shows are shaping a new chapter in her journey. With new music on the horizon, this is a powerful check-in with an artist in motion, unfiltered, evolving, and ready for more.
24 Jul 2025 English Explicit South Africa Music · Music Interviews

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