Nominations Of South Africa Amapiano Music Award 2023 [Full Details]

Nominations Of South Africa Amapiano Music Award 2023 [See Full Details]

The highly-anticipated South African Amapiano Awards are set to take place once again, marking its second edition since its successful launch in 2021. This year's theme, "Amapiano to the World," will be held at the Sun Arena on April 2nd, 2023.

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As the CEO of the South African Amapiano Awards, DJ Qness, puts it, "The awards are one of South Africa's most eagerly-awaited music events, celebrating the hottest and most talented Amapiano artists in the country." He goes on to state that their mission is to take Amapiano music to new heights and showcase the impact African music and culture are making globally.

Adding to the excitement, Bathu, a popular sneaker brand, has announced its partnership with the awards. The partnership is set to bring a fresh and innovative approach to the awards ceremony, making it even more unforgettable for the attendees and audiences alike.

Best Amapiano street dancer

Chad Jones & Family

Soweto’s Finest

Hope Ramafalo & Hlogi Mash (House Of H&H)

Kananelo & Tlhogi

Thee Buhle

Best Amapiano Online DJ / Performance Platform

Balcony Mix – Major League DJz

Black Music – Mr Jazziq

Groove Cartel – Groove Cartel

Mordecai – DJ Mordecai

Pianocast – Stanky DeeJay

Best Amapiano Artist Manager

Coby for DBN Gogo

Dada Archie for Amaroto

Kreative Korner for Uncle Waffles

Thuli for Blaqboy Music & Piano Hub

Tshiamo for Musa Keys

Best Amapiano Festive Hit

“Ba Straata” by DJ Maphorisa & Visca feat. Stompiiey, ShaunMusiq, Ftears, Madumane & 2woshort 3

“Tobetsa” by Myztro, ShaunMusiq & Ftears

“Zotata” by Pcee, Justin99 & EeQue ft. Mr Jazziq

“Nkantini” by Mac G & Sir Trill feat. Bailey & EmjayKeyz

“Stimela” by 2 Point 1 ft. Ntate Stunna & Nthabi Sings

Best Amapiano Breakthrough Act

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Myztro

Ch’cco

Toss, Mdoovar & 9umba

Khanyisa Jaceni

Best Amapiano Dance Act

Bontle Smith

Kamo Mphela

Lady Du

Pabi Cooper

Robot Boii

Friends Of Amapiano

Ami Faku

Asake

Beast

Cassper Nyovest

Davido

Dladla Mshunqisi

Mac Gee

Msaki

Vetkuk & Mahoota

WizKid

Best Amapiano Private School Act

Gaba Cannal

DJ Jaivaine

Kelvin Momo

Mdu AKA TRP

DJ Stokie

Best Amapiano Music Video

“Tanzania” by Uncle Waffles & Tony Duardo feat. Sino Msolo & BoiBizza

“Big Flexa” by Costa Tich feat. C’Buda M, Alfa Kat, Banaba Des, Sdida & Man T

“Izolo” by DJ Maphorisa & Tyler ICU, Tyler ICU, Visca

“Selema” Musa Keys & Loui

“Umlando” by Toss, Mdoovar & 9umba feat. Sir Trill, Sino Msolo, Lady Du, Young Stunna & Slade

Best Amapiano Styled Artist

Focalistic

Kamo Mphela

Major League DJz

Musa Keys

Uncle Waffles

Best Amapiano Collaboration

“Asibe Happy” by Kabza De Small & DJ Maphorisa ft. Ami Faku

“Iy’ntsimbi Zase Envy” by Amaroto ft. Busta 929, Beast, & Dladla Mshunqisi

“Khusela” by Kabza De Small ft. Msaki

“Ngixolele” by Busta 929 ft. Boohle

“Siyathandana” by Cassper Nyovest ft. Boohle & Abidoza

Best Amapiano Album / EP

“Agape” by Gaba Cannal

“Ivy League” by Kelvin Momo

“King Of Amapiano 2” by Kabza De Small

“Notumato” by Young Stunna

“Authi ‘eSharp” Mas Musiq

Most Viral Amapiano Song Of the Year

“Ameno Amapiano Remix (You Wanna Bamba)” by Goya Menor & Nektunez

“Hamba Wena” by Deep London & Boohle

“Nkao Tempela” by Ch’cco and Mellow & Sleazy

“Salary Salary” by Robot Boii, Mellow & Sleazy & Soul Revolver feat. Shaun MusiQ & Teearse

“Umlando” by Toss, Mdoovar & 9umba feat. Sir Trill, Sino Msolo, Lady Du, Young Stunna & Slade

Best Amapiano Newcomer

Felo Le Tee

Pabi Cooper

Toss

Uncle Waffles

Young Stunna

Best Amapiano Produced Song

• “66” by Felo Le Tee & Myztro
• “Ivy league” by Kelvin Momo ft. Ch’cco, Yumbs, TaSkipper & Tlholo
• “Izolo” by DJ Maphorisa & Tyler ICU feat. Madumane, Mpura, Daliwonga & Visca 4
• “Healer Nhliziyo” by Gaba Cannal & George Lesley ft. Russell Zuma
• “Khusela” by Kabza De Small ft. Msaki

In conclusion, the South African Amapiano Awards are an event not to be missed, a celebration of the country's rich musical heritage and a tribute to the Amapiano genre that has taken the world by storm. Get ready to experience the best of Amapiano music, culture, and fashion all in one place!