Rapper K.O wows fans at Martell and Makubenjalo marquee at Hollywoodbets Durban July

Rapper K.O performed at the Martell and Makubenjalo marquee at the Hollywoodbets Durban July where he took music lovers on a trip down memory lane.

After his fire performance, which had everyone singing along, K.O spoke to IOL about his experience at the marquee, a new arrival at the Hollywoodbets Durban July.

“I think this is probably, the most fun marquee. I'm not gonna lie, there's a lot of dope people in there. The energy is great, and of course, Martell is the hottest thing.”

Having performed at the various marquees at the Hollywoodbets Durban July for close to 20 years, K.O reflected that it was a blessing to be still able to do what he does.

“Being here, continuously getting the business and the reception that is still endless to this day, to me it's just an honour.”

In June, K.O released a new 14-track album, "Phara City", which takes a look into the current socio-political climate of South Africa.

He reflected that it has been encouraging to have people receive the message he is trying to push across. 

“I'm not only entertaining people, but I'm also just informing and educating the listeners because there's a lot of real things outside of just us dancing and doing all these things. 

“There's a lot of real things happening in the country, and we especially the hip-hop guys, we have a voice. We have the platform to actually use our creative platform to reflect the times. 

“That's basically what I was trying to do with Phara City and I hope the album will age well in the years to come.”

K.O has plans to hold album launches across the country, with Durban being on the cards very soon, and plans to take on Africa as well. He also hinted at wanting to make limited vinyl copies of the album.

The Martell and Makubenjalo marquee was hosted by Metro FM radio presenter and DJ Lamiez Holworthy, who rocked a custom statement white dress by Q’Mane.

Holworthy worked with Q’Mane on her looks for the Metro FM Music Awards, landing her on the best-dressed lists and once again they created magic.

“I keep switching it up, it's something new all the time and it's amazing to experience it,” Q’Mane told IOL.

“That people love it, that warms my heart. Because if the people are receiving it well, then it means I'm doing great.”

For its first time at the Hollywoodbets Durban July, Martell and Makubenjalo marquee has received praise from attendees for not being sold out but well organised, great entertainment from Blxckie to Kabza De Small and DJ Maphorisa that had them dancing the night away.

IOL Entertainment