“K.O: A Journey Through Rap, Business, and the Trace Awards”

K.O, a multi-talented South African rapper, songwriter, and entrepreneur, speaks candidly about his Trace Award nomination, the success of his previous album SR3, and what’s next in his music journey, including a new Afro Pop album and upcoming tours.

K.O discusses his gratitude for being nominated in the Trace Awards, and the critical role such a platform plays in uplifting African music.

Key Takeaways

• The rapper reflects on the staggering success of his previous album, SR3, which has not only gone past gold status in South Africa but also achieved an unprecedented 100 million streams
• K.O provides a sneak-peek into his next project—an Afro Pop album, which will kick off with a single featuring Dali Wonga. The accompanying music video is set to premiere on Trace
• With an already successful concert in Johannesburg behind him, K.O reveals plans for future performances, including one in Cape Town and the Kinderville festival in Pretoria come late October