The Grammy Awards nominations have sparked a wave of discontent among South African music fans. The heart of the controversy lies in the omission of South Africa’s Amapiano maestros, Kabza De Small and DJ Maphorisa, popularly known as the Scorpion Kings, from the prestigious music awards’ nominations list. This perceived snub has led to an outcry on social media, with fans and netizens voicing their dissatisfaction over the Grammy’s recognition of Nigerian Amapiano artists over their South African counterparts.
The Scorpion Kings, revered for their pivotal role in popularizing the…
