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The Best Kept Secret Podcast - TBKS

The Best Kept Secret”, also known as “TBKS Podcast", is a music based podcast focusing on very in-depth album reviews and analysis. In addition, the podcast also produces interviews featuring some of the best artists we have access to as well as blog content documenting the scene.

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Occasionally English South Africa Music · Music Interviews
158 Episodes
120 – 140

TBKS E34: The Perfect Goodbye

This week on the show we take a look at one of the country’s newest voices in the Alternative/R&B space. Fentse is one of those hidden gems that reminds you that the future of music in this country is in good hands. The debut project, “Get It Together” is a…
25 Jun 2021 40 min

TBKS E33: The Good & The Bad

Miles is an upcoming South African artist doing bits in the streets of Pretoria but also someone who’s slowly building a name and making waves for himself in the game. This is only his second EP but the direction and potential is clearly evident. With that being said, as The…
18 Jun 2021 30 min

TBKS E32: The Light Of Rap

Nu Edison may not yet be widely known in the mainstream of hip hop in South Africa but make no mistake, he has every bit of talent to compete on that level. With every release, he gets better and with his latest body of work “SHINE”, he reminds us why…
13 Jun 2021 30 min

TBKS E31: The Black Messiah

Every few years, the South African hip-hop industry sees a new talent display brilliance that sets them apart from the rest of the pack. We can say that about Nasty C when he claimed the leader of the new school title or even with J Molley when he rose and…
6 Jun 2021 46 min

TBKS E30: The Off Season

It’s been a little over two years since J. Cole dropped his 5th studio album, K.O.D. He has returned with the much anticipated and now much talked about 6th album, The Off-Season. For the most part, Cole fans seem to praise this body of work. On this episode we also…
28 May 2021 46 min

TBKS E29: The Return Of The Crown

For most fans of Shekhinah, her debut album, Rosegold, feels like a lifetime ago. The pop goddess has finally made a comeback with one of the year’s most anticipated albums. This week, we take a deep look into Trouble In Paradise as we discuss the growth and consistency that continues…
20 May 2021 36 min

TBKS E28: The Great One

For many hip hop fans in South Africa, Kwesta has been an artist synonymous with Greatness. From Special Rekwest to Dakar 1 and 2, Kwesta has managed to consistently deliver authentic, culture shifting moments for fans. “g.o.d guluva” comes at a time when the king is trying to redefine himself and…
13 May 2021 43 min

TBKS E27: The Young & The Shameless

Being part of the new wave of artists in 2021 means being bold enough to experiment and push boundaries. This could be said about Tam Carson and her project titled “Shameless”. Whether it’s rapping on hard drill beats or punk-rock inspired hip hop production, Tam Carson seems to leave no…
6 May 2021 40 min

TBKS E26 The Return Of The Hustla

From the now undisputed classic debut album, Avery, to the Manando dedication and now Logan, Emtee has continuously stayed true to his roots and his story. This week we dive into Logan as we discuss the highs and lows of this body of work. We also share our favorite moments…
29 Apr 2021 40 min

TBKS E25: The Girl Next Door

Now and then the stars align and you come across a hidden gem. This can be said about Neo-Soul/R&B rising star, Monelle. Still fairly unknown in the industry, Monelle is the best kept secret you’ve been needing but didn’t know you needed until now. This week on the show we…
21 Apr 2021 42 min

TBKS E24: The New Vanguard

This week, on The Best Kept Secret Podcast, we are back to review two very impressive projects by SA newcomers, SiBi and Benzo, respectively. SiBi with “Riverside” and Benzo with “Kumkanikazi”, both artist are making a big noise in the music industry with their latest projects and have definitely caught…
15 Apr 2021 45 min

TBKS E23: The Growth Of Reece

A-Reece dropped his much anticipated mixtape and so, it’s only right that we dive in and dissect it. On this episode we talk about the growth that Reece has shown as a rapper since his last project. We also talk about what we would’ve liked to see/hear more of from…
8 Apr 2021 46 min

TBKS E22: The New Season

Welcome to The Best Kept Secret Season llOn the return of a brand new TBKS season, our first episode back kicks things off by looking back at some of the most noteworthy projects that dropped during our production break. This includes the likes of Flvme, Moozlie, Jazmine Sullivan and a…
3 Apr 2021 46 min

TBKS E21: The 2020 Wrap Up

This week on TBKS, we bring you our season finale where we wrap up all the musical peaks & valleys of 2020, summarizing our favourite projects & artists of the last 12 months. Merry Christmas & may y'all have a prosperous 2021.
24 Dec 2020 49 min

TBKS E20: The Robot Has Evolved

This week, on The Best Kept Secret Podcast, for our final album review of the year, we take a look at the official debut studio album by one of the country’s top R&B/Pop artists, Rowlene. Her album, titled “11:11”, has been one of the most anticipated albums of 2020 and…
17 Dec 2020 37 min

TBKS E19: The Indie Wonderkid

This week’s episode of The Best Kept Secret Podcast is a very special one. We are talking about the incredible EP from Muzi, titled “Mama” — a dedication to his late mother. We discuss the importance of artists such as Muzi and their unique sonic perspectives and interpretations of the…
3 Dec 2020 32 min

TBKS E18: The Lord Of The Vibes

This week, on The Best Kept Secret Podcast, we have a very passionate discussion about the latest offering from one of the most exciting new school artists in the country, Lordkez. Coming from her Revenge EP release in 2019 and now back with “Charcotta”, she doesn’t seem to be slowing…
26 Nov 2020 42 min

TBKS E16: The Lost Boy

This week we’re back with another album review! This time around we take an in-depth look at PatrickxxLee’s latest album titled “Eternity”. Coming from an impressive “Nowhere Child” album in 2018, PatrickxxLee picks up from where he left off as the story of the Lost Boy continues. We discuss some…
12 Nov 2020 45 min

TBKS E15: The Episode About Nothing 2

Is there still a great need for Idols in this country? Does the hip-hop industry need another season of The Hustle? What makes The Voice a great platform for artists trying to enter into the music industry? What made Redbull’s Lift As You Rise so successful? On this week’s episode,…
29 Oct 2020 47 min
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