Uncle Waffles and Royal Musiq’s joint EP “4 Da Streets” is  a continuation of a working relationship that has already produced some of their most recognisable collaborations. Reports confirm that the project is scheduled for release on May 8, 2026 via Encore Recordings, signalling a structured rollout.

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The same coverage identifies Royal Musiq not just as a featured collaborator but as a partner , having contributed to tracks such as “Zenzele,” “Wadibusa,” and “Baphi.” These records are great in percussion and long drums.

The EP also follows her 2024 EP ‘4 Da Ho’s. That project combined Amapiano with Bacardi house influences and featured Royal Musiq among its contributors. This earlier body of work provides context, as “4 Da Streets” is framed as a sister project. 

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“4 Da Streets” shows Uncle Waffles’ rise as an international Amapiano DJ and performer. Her rise from a breakout moment in 2021 to an artist touring across the United States, Europe, and the United Kingdom has been widely documented on  Africa Insider.

What distinguishes this EP is the intention to reconnect with Amapiano’s origins. The project has been described as a return to the streets. The title suggests this direction, signalling a move away from festival-oriented releases toward music meant for local dance floors.

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Uncle Waffles has been one of Amapiano’s most internationally visible DJs. However, collaborations  with Royal Musiq shows a  pattern where internationally recognised DJs work closely with top producers.

“4 Da Streets” sits between two spaces. On one side is Uncle Waffles’ international reach and growing mainstream visibility; on the other is Royal Musiq’s production-driven approach. The EP’s rollout suggests that this release will be appreciated by Amapiano’s audience.

Alexia Jayy is the first Black woman to win The Voice in the show’s history. Since its 2011 premiere, the show has produced multiple winners, none of whom have been a Black woman.

A soul and R&B vocalist from Alabama, Jayy entered The Voice and was coached by Adam Levine. Her blind audition of (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman, a classic by Aretha Franklin, earned multiple chair turns. Her pre-show career also included  serving as a backup singer for Muni Long. She also performed alongside Lauryn Hill in a Grammy Awards tribute to Roberta Flack.

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In the finale, Jayy delivered two performances that secured her win. Her rendition of One and Only and her performance of Lady Marmalade highlighted her vocal ability

“It’s been a while, so I almost forgot what it felt like to win ‘The Voice.’ This is a beautiful reminder, and what better person to win it with than Alexia. She’s ridiculous, so insanely talented,” Levine told USA TODAY 

The final lineup included teams led by Kelly Clarkson and John Legend, with Jayy advancing through consistent performances. Her win adds another victory to Adam Levine’s coaching record.

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The second-place winner was Liv Ciara, who received no chair turns when she auditioned last season. Third place went to Lucas West, a member of John Legend’s team. Clarkson’s Mikenley Brown finished in fourth place.

Before appearing on The Voice, Jayy had been building her music career. She has released original music, including the single Who Raised You and the EP Mixed Emotions, establishing her experience as a recording artist. She also received a recording contract with Universal Music Group and a cash prize of $100,000.

Tyla’s Chanel, has earned double nominations at the American Music Awards 2026. The track was nominated for Best Music Video and Social Song of the Year. Chanel was released in October 2025 and has been a major success with more than 320 million streams on Spotify. The award ceremony will be hosted by Queen Latifah and take place on the 25th, May 2026. The event will be held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Los Angeles.

Tyla also earned nominations in the Best Female R&B Artist and Best Afrobeats Artist categories. Taylor Swift leads this year’s nominations with eight. Morgan Wallen, Olivia Dean, Sabrina Carpenter and Sombr each have seven.  She is competing in the Best Afrobeats category alongside major names like Burna Boy, Wizkid, Moliy, and Rema. In the Best Female R&B Artist category, she is up against   Summer Walker, SZA, Kehlani, and Teyana Taylor.

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While she gained attention with her hit “Water”, which was a combination of amapiano with pop, Chanel is about global pop. The song aligns with her growing presence in the international music space. This has helped position Tyla as a popular pop figure with a unique brand identity.

Tyla has revealed her collaboration with the Swedish pop star Zara Larsson through instagram, posting the cover art of their track. The song will be released on April 17 as part of her forthcoming album, A-Pop.

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The nomination of Chanel at the 2026 American Music Awards shows Tyla’s music has been appreciated on a global scale. . It also reinforces her position as one of the leading African artists in the world.