Fame Magazine interviews DJ Lag about his album THE REBELLION and the landscape of Gqom music.
“The Rebellion skillfully interweaves traditional Gqom with emerging sounds such as 3Step, Afro Tech, Amapiano, Hip Hop, and Drill, marking a significant step forward from his debut album, Meeting With The King. This new album not only reflects his sonic innovation but also honors his musical heritage, offering a diverse mix that remains true to his distinct […]
“The Second Gqoming” – DJ Mag Reviews THE REBELLION in July Print Edition
High praise from Resident Advisor for DJ Lag’s THE REBELLION
“On his second album, THE REBELLION, Lag embraces Afro tech, amapiano, drill and hip-hop, capturing in freeze-frame the metamorphosis of his signature sound—and the genre as it stands. Since the album’s lead single “Hade Boss”‘s first teasing on TikTok in December 2023, it’s been a viral hit, especially among South African students, some of whom […]
DJ Lag releases album ‘The Rebellion’ ahead of debut Glastonbury performances
LISTEN Internationally acclaimed South African DJ and producer, DJ Lag, is set to release his second album, ‘The Rebellion’, on June 26. Following the success of his singles ‘Hade Boss’, ‘Hade Boss Re-Up’, ‘Oke Oke’, and ‘Iza Ngamandla’— garnering praise from Clash, DJ Mag, XLR8R, The Guardian, Okay Africa, and Music in Africa to name […]
DJ Lag releases his final single “Iza Ngamandla” ahead of sophomore album THE REBELLION.
Iza Ngamandla, loosely translated as “It’s Coming With Power” is a collaboration with KNZ Singer songwriter Sykes and JHB based DJ producer Vanco . DJ Lag once again seamlessly blends genres like 3Step and Afro Tech into a deeply rooted Gqom arrangement, touching the soul of South African soil through hard drum patterns and elevating […]
DJ Lag – Oke Oke ft. Jazz Alonso
DJ Lag shares ‘Oke Oke’ official video ft Jazz Alonso announces new album ‘The Rebellion’
Internationally renowned South African producer DJ Lag shares the official video for his latest single, ‘Oke Oke,’ featuring Spanish vocalist Jazz Alonso. The track is a preview of his highly anticipated sophomore album, ‘The Rebellion,’ out June 21. ‘Oke Oke’ – having garnered support from the likes of Clash, DJ Mag, the Guardian, Resident Advisor […]
DJ Lag announces new album ‘The Rebellion’ (Jun 21) shares latest track ‘Oke Oke’ ft. Jazz Alonso plus huge worldwide tour
Internationally celebrated South African DJ and producer, DJ Lag, announces his highly anticipated sophomore album ‘The Rebellion,’ set for release June 21. Alongside the news, he shares latest single, ‘Oke Oke,’ featuring the dynamic Spanish artist Jazz Alonso, available on all key platforms via Black Major. Additionally, he has announced a worldwide tour with a […]
DJ Lag – Hade Boss (Re-Up) ft. DJ Maphorisa, Kamo Mphela, Robot Boii, Mr Nation Thingz (Visualiser)
DJ lag assembles the ‘Bosses’ of SA Dance culture on a bold re-make of his viral hit Hade Boss
Due to the success of recent single, Hade Boss, the multi-award winner and Genre Pioneer, DJ Lag, responds with a re-make featuring artists who one can only describe as “BOSS”. The Re-up features the voice of DJ Maphorisa, Kamo Mphela as well as Robot Boii, 2woshort, Xduppy, Mr Nation and K.C Driller who add their […]
