By: Natasha Archary “Dear Bianca, this pain is too much. I don’t want you to blame yourself for my life being unbearable.” These are allegedly Riky Rick's final words, penned to his wife before he died on Wednesday, 23 February. News of the suicide note was reported by Sunday World where it's claimed the South African rapper wrote two suicide notes. One to his wife Bianca Naidoo and the other […]
By: Natasha Archary Riky Rick's family have confirmed details for the rapper's funeral and memorial services. Rikhado Muziwendlovu Chifaro Makhado popularly known as Riky Rick will be laid to rest in a private ceremony on Tuesday, 1 March. He will be laid to rest in Johannesburg and the service will be livestreamed. Details for the livestream will be shared on the day. Riky Rick's funeral service will take place between […]
Kaya 959 Reporter Dj Speedsta has weighed in on the passing of Riky Rick. He recently lashed out on two young artists that were affiliated with him, calling them "pieces of sh*t" Riky Rick was well-known for supporting young artists in the entertainment space, his Cotton Fest Festival was ahead of its time and gave opportunities to many upcoming artists to grow their fanbase. On Thursday 24 February, a video […]
By: Natasha Archary Riky Rick is one of those artist’s you could listen to for life because he had influenced so many spheres of the industry. South Africans are still struggling to come to terms with Riky Rick’s death. Music aside, those in the industry who have worked with him say it’s the legacy he left that will make him transcend time. From fashion, to the production, he shaped […]
Lady Du opens up about the conversation she had with Riky Rick just a day before he passed on.
By: Natasha Archary "You need to be strong to be in this industry because you'll experience so much pain. More pain than you came in with. This industry is going to amplify that pain." Riky Rick on SA music industry Before his untimely passing, Riky Rick spoke out about the isolating and dark SA music industry. Last year after amapiano artist Mpura died, Riky took to his Instagram to share […]
By: Natasha Archary The family of Riky Rick have confirmed his passing on Wednesday morning. Confirming his untimely passing in a statement, the family called for privacy as they go through this extremely difficult period of grieving. "The family of South African artist Riky Rick with profound sadness this afternoon confirmed his untimely passing. Son, husband, father, brother and uncle, Riky Rick sadly passed away in the early hours […]
By: Natasha Archary Riky Rick has dismissed opinions his wife is scared and unhappy after he posted a video of them dancing on Tuesday. The South African rapper proudly showed off his wife Bianca Naidoo, whilst serenading her with his latest track Sondela. It took a lot of coaxing for his Mrs to join him for a dance and when she eventually did, she didn't look too comfortable. This […]
By: Natasha Archary South African rapper Riky Rick hosted an extravagant dinner with the country's cream of the crop. The dinner seemingly falls under the rapper's ambassadorship with alcohol brand Remy Martin. Held at the Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, the lavish evening was themed "Team Up For Excellence". Making up the exclusive guest-list were some of SA's hottest artists, Focalistic, Mr JazziQ, Uncle Waffles, Uncle Vinny, Robot Boii, […]
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The World Show is informative, expansive, and largely pan-African. This is a musical journey that bridges generations and genres, travelling across continents and timelines, with in-depth interviews and features. ‘The World Show’ is a four-hour global journey through sound – featuring the freshest tracks from home and afar.
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