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This photo was taken when Fred did a shoot in Khayelitsha for Spaza artist Middle Finga‘s EP cover - more photos here.
Pioneer Unit is working with another Spaza artist, Rattex:
“Rattex is now at the forefront of the new school of proudly South African rappers who understand that Hip Hop, more than any other musical art form, is about addressing important issues and representing where you’re from. It is therefore not suprising that Rattex is one of the pioneers of the ‘Spaza’ movement, where lyrics are performed in a combination of isiXhosa, English and Cape Flats slang.
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Rattex has always been a true Cape Flats soldier, representing Khultcha (Khayelitsha) wherever he performs.”
Like at Mzoli’s a couple of weeks ago for the launch of Battle of Gugulethu Volume 2,,, check out the photos here,, the crowd went mad listening to his new tracks!!
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Can’t wait to go back.
This time I’ll try chicken feet and maybe a smiley (if I’m a bit tipsy!!)
More about Spaza
Wikipedia: Spaza shop is an informal business in South Africa usually run from home. They serve as convenience shops and sell everyday small household items. These shops grew as a result of sprawling townships that made travel to formal shopping places more difficult or expensive. They have also served the purpose of supplementing household incomes of the owners.
Say something sweet