The Manguzi Hottest MC List is an annual initiative where 10 MCs are ranks based on their overall performance for the year.. In order to make it in the music industry, you can not just rely on skill level, therefore it is important to note that its list considers all aspect that makes an MC hot. The lists considers single success, milestones, growth, skill, business, innovation, fan base, buzz,videos, impact, influence and consistency.
With that being said, this list is not abu who is the best rapper, best arts or best MC, this list is about who was more relevant in Manguzi for the year 2018.
10. K Ntwana
The K2S young MC blasted n to the Manguzi MC scenes last
year and appeared very high on the 2017 list. In 2018 he was able to maintain his
popularity with very well received single such as Tomorrow, Is You Feeling
Alright and Iskhathi. He also gained credit as a producer and cultivating a catchy
sound of his own. K is one of those artists that are forever growing.
Music 8/10 Business 6/10 Impact 7\10 Growth 9/10 Innovation 8/10
Score 38/50
9. Worse T
The success of his 2017 My Feelings 2 mixtape is still
impacting the Manguzi rap scene in 2018. Worse T is easily one of the most influential
artists in Manguzi, even Foh publicly admitted that his Fohmation was partly inspired
by Worse T’s My Feelings tape. Worse was able to stay a topic of conversation
with features on Uthando by JD records and stole the show on Tragic’s New World.
His own effort Rich and Yehlisa were also received well my fans and peers
Music 8/10 Business 4/10 Impact 10\10 Growth 9/10 Innovation 8/10
Score : 39/50
8. MBee
Mbee had moderate music success with features, he gave us what can
be easily be announced as the verse of the year on I Still Believe By Chippa. He also showed
off his mc prowess on Open The Doors. However MBee’s claim to the list is the
success of his clothing brand ‘Equal World’ which is seemingly taking over
Manguzi and has led to other business opportunities such a restaurants and car wash,
on top of that he created a platform for other artist by hosting shows. This is
legimate hustle and it stems from music.
Music 6/10 Business 10/10 Impact 8\10 Growth 8/10 Innovation 9/10
Score: 40/50
7. Interpreter/ JD Records
JD Records CEO was cruising this 2018. Inter is introduced
us to a lot of amazing talent such a Eezy, Wiz Fli, Sky Beez, Queens of JD. Inter
and his crew gave us Uthando, and Yena
Ayakwini, one of the biggest songs of 2018 and executive produced a couple of
mixtapes by his artists. It undisputed that Inter has a great business year as
a leader and an artist. We are going to let him share his position with rest of
his crew members such as Skybeez who dropped a mixtape under JD and Queens of
JD who been in lead when it comes to the presence of women in Manguzi hip hop.
Music 8/10 Business 8/10 Impact 8\10 Growth 8/10 Innovation 8/10
Score: 40/50
6. Zip Ritscloud
Zip is on a league on his own when it comes to this rap
ship. The trap king gave us next level verses on songs like Dreamz, Bragging
Remix, IDGAF, and No Time amongst others, making him one of the most featured
artist of 2018 at the highest level. His single Get The Guap did moderately
well, however his ability to steal the show in all live performances. 2018 he
also inked a modeling deal with Gauteng brand Deesus. On top of that he has directed
one of the most successful singles such Polo, Flexing and Thesha. He also went on
tour in Durban with the rest of GMG.
Music 7/10 Business 9/10 Impact 8\10 Growth 8/10 Innovation 9/10
Score : 41/50
5.Clayo La Fest
2018 Manguzi overdosed on Clayo, no pun intended. The
Overdose hit maker had a magnificent year, realizing arguably the song of the
year and toping it with a video of the year. What makes Clayo amazing is that
he was able to keep the hype if his Overdose single trough out the whole year.
He gained a lot of respect from peers and gained a lot of features, making him
the most wanted of 2018
Music 9/10 Business 7/10 Impact 8\10 Growth 9/10 Innovation 8/10
Score : 41/50
4. Tragic
Tragic is in the running for artist of the year. He’s business
and music and overall contribution to the Manguzi hip hop scene is undeniable. 1stly,
in 2018 we saw his clothing brand shoot to the top and became one of the big 3
brand in Manguzi. He continues his momentum with the Polo music video which was
well a received. However Tragic most claim to fame is the consistency in the
music, he released a number of singles that connected well with the crowd. Songs
like Why, Rockstar, 7 Years Old, New
World and Lonely remake. Tragic’s music and clothing brand are really putting him
on the map.
Music 10/10 Business 9/10 Impact 8\10 Growth 8/10 Innovation 7/10
Score: 42
3. Chippa
Chippa finaly dropped his 21 song project ‘Make It Happen’
in 2018 and it was well received by the public and also sold a lot of copies.
The project was a blend of rap and afro sound and was able to attract the older
audience de it mature content. Chippa
was able to use his standup comedy popularity to introduce his music to the
people. His music success opened opportunities for business ventures such a
printing which he now can be credited as there reason for the high number of new
clothing brand popping up in Manguzi.
Music 9/10 Business 9/10 Impact 7\10 Growth 8/10 Innovation 9/10
Score : 42
2. Mad Lopher
With no question Mad Lopher has had an amazing year, stating
on top trough out the entire year. Started 2018 with his highly acclaimed Venting Remix
to his Flexing single which is one of the biggest songs of 2018. He did not
stop there, he dropped a music video for the song and a mixtape which was well
recived and trending on all social media. Mad Lopher appeared on a number of
features, was credited with a lot of production on the biggest song of 2018.
Praised as one of the best live performers, the young MC closed the year with
the a tour in Durban amongst other shows. Mad Lopher is one of those artist
that all other artist want to sound like, you can hear his presence in othe upcoming
artists.
Music 10/10 Business 5/10 Impact 10\10 Growth 9/10 Innovation 9/10
Score : 43/50
1. Foh
When you talking about dominance, you are talking about Foh.
Foh kicked off the year with the most successful Venting remix, and then dropped a
video for it. Beside appearing on a number
of features, he had success with single of his own such as Ex Yam which was
well received before it even officially dropped. He then dropped Thesha and
what most call a video of the year. He certified his dominance with the release
of his Fohmation mixtape which some claim to be the best mixtape in Manguzi
history. The first mixtape with Side A and Side B, which showcases his ability
to make romance songs, trap and kasi rap. FOH also signed a deal with promotion
company Easy Live to appear in a number
of their events in Durban of in one of them he received praise from legendary
actor Kenneth Nkosi. Foh wrapped the year with the GMG tour promoting his tape in Durban.
The number one spot is reserved for some we believe is ready
to ascend to the next level, and Foh is definitely that artist with no doubt.
Music 10/10 Business 8/10 Impact 8\10 Growth 9/10 Innovation 9/10
Score : 44/50
Panel
The list was generated by public votes and then it was discussed and arranged by the panel.
Mlibo Mthembu | Philani Mthembu | Simanga Mtambo | Cebo Mahendla | Public Opinion
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