Multiple award-winning South African Hip Hop and Rap heavyweight, K.O, is set to make a bold return with a brand-new project titled Phara City, scheduled for release on June 13, 2025. The announcement was made on April 22 via his official Instagram account, where he shared both the title and the emotional inspiration behind the album. K.O, born Ntokozo Mdluli, revealed that Phara City is a deeply personal body of work—a heartfelt tribute to the township that raised him and shaped his identity. Referring to it as “an open letter in musical form,” the veteran rapper described the album as a mirror reflecting the unfiltered realities, resilience, and beauty of South African life.
In a powerful statement, K.O expressed that Phara City embodies the pain, love, joy, and ambition that have defined his 19-year journey in the industry. “We’re a nation of hustlers, dreamers, fighters—laughing through the pain, loving through the struggle, uniting through it all,” he wrote. The album is poised to serve as a soundtrack to the collective story of everyday South Africans, blending gritty street narratives with heartfelt introspection and aspirational themes. Fans can look forward to a new single dropping this Friday, along with pre-save options for the album. As anticipation builds, Phara City is shaping up to be one of the most impactful and soul-stirring projects of 2025—a testament to K.O’s growth as both an artist and cultural storyteller.
Phara City Album Pre-save and new single this Friday 25th April.
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