TBKS E142: The Nyota Parker Episode

Loading player...

Congolese-Irish rapper, singer and songwriter Nyota Parker, who hails from Cape Town released one of the best hip-hop albums of the first quarter of 2024. The album, titled, "Intrusive Thoughts" Nyota Parker takes listeners on a journey of introspection using carefully crafted, creative songs -- an exploration of her mind and how she sees things. Noyata manages to seamlessly blend hip-hop, alternative R&B, Neo-Soul and other genres to pull off an exciting body of work.

12 May 2024 English Explicit South Africa Music · Music Interviews

Other recent episodes

TBKS E160: The Anica Kiana Interview

In this episode, SeezyRay sits down with rising South African pop artist Anica Kiana for a heartfelt and honest conversation about music, growth, and everything in between. Anica takes us back to her beginnings, from posting covers online to getting cosigned by pop duo Locnville, and eventually collaborating with one…

24 Jul 49 min

TBKS E159: The Rowlene Episode

This week, we’re excited to be unpacking 'Moments After', the latest EP from one of SA’s most consistent R&B voices, Rowlene. It’s soulful, reflective, and all about healing after the storm. With standout tracks like “Losing Sleep” and “Don't Give Up On Me” the project shows Rowlene stepping into her…

17 Jul 32 min

TBKS E158: The Kwesta Episode

This week, it's all about The Big Bro Theory, the latest album from SA hip-hop legend Kwesta. With features from Blxckie, Amanda Black, Nkosazana Daughter, Thabsie, Blaq Diamond, and more, the project sees Kwesta step fully into his “big bro” era, reflecting on his legacy while mentoring the next wave…

27 Jun 53 min

TBKS E157: The Kane Keid Episode

This week on The Best Kept Secret Podcast, we're spotlighting Kane Keid's debut album, Not Famous. Released on April 30, 2025, this nine-track project offers a candid exploration of the challenges faced by emerging artists navigating the complexities of the music industry. Not Famous features collaborations with notable artists, including…

18 May 35 min

TBKS E156: The lordkez Episode

We're back with another deep dive into the latest from one of our favorite artists, SAMA-winning singer-songwriter lordkez. Her latest project, You, Me & The 90’s, is a heartfelt homage to the 90s R&B era, blending deep-rooted influences with lordkez's own signature sound: soulful, intimate, and refreshingly honest. In this…

4 May 52 min

All episodes