Lordkez Announces New Album After Independent Run
The South African rapper celebrated her album You, Me & the 90s and confirmed she is now operating independently.
Updated on Nov. 6, 2026 in Hip-Hop and Rap
South African rapper Lordkez celebrated the success of her album You, Me & the 90s and announced a new album on Instagram. She also confirmed she is operating independently.
Why it matters
The announcement signals a new chapter for Lordkez as she releases music on her own terms. Her earlier single 'Aweh' held the number one spot on South African radio for six consecutive weeks.
The strongest measurable result cited is six consecutive weeks at number one on South African radio for 'Aweh'. Streaming figures for You, Me & the 90s were not quantified, and the release date of the new album has not been disclosed.
The players
Lordkez
A South African rapper and singer who released the album You, Me & the 90s and is now operating independently.
Mi Casa
A South African music group with whom Lordkez opened on their European tour, during which she wrote 'Lovecity' in Paris.
The details
Lordkez shared stories behind the songs on her album through an Instagram post addressed to her supporters, whom she called the 'loveclub'. She said 'Lovecity' was written during her first trip to Paris while opening for Mi Casa on their European tour, and that 'One Way Ticket' was written after a breakup. The title track almost made the album without a rap verse, and 'Settle Down' was recorded in one take.
Timeline
Six consecutive weeks at number one on South African radio for 'Aweh'.
A year ago: Lordkez's personal turning point involving red shoes and natural hair.
6 November 2026: Lordkez announced a new album on Instagram.
Industry Dynamics
Independent release by a South African artist after a radio-topping single reflects a broader shift towards artists retaining control of their own music. The move places Lordkez within a growing pattern of local hip-hop and rap artists taking their releases outside major label structures.
Listeners will be able to follow Lordkez's music once her new album is released, though no release date or platform has been announced yet. Her independent status may affect where and how fans can access future releases, which has not been detailed in the source.
The takeaway
Fans who want to follow Lordkez's new music should keep an eye on her official Instagram channels for release details. Independent artists often share announcements directly with supporters first.
Further reading
Explore more coverage in our Hip-Hop and Rap section for context on South Africa's rap scene.
Source note: This article includes information reported by SA Hip Hop Mag.
