DJ Maphorisa and Kabza De Small Celebrate 6 Years of Scorpion Kings – The Album That Changed Everything!

Six years ago, an album was born on the road to Durban that would forever change the face of South African music. On 5 July 2019, DJ Maphorisa and Kabza De Small—then collaborators experimenting with a bold new sound—released their groundbreaking debut Scorpion Kings album en route to the Durban July.

Scorpion Kings wasn’t just an album; it was a cultural shift. It introduced two of the biggest names in Amapiano, ignited a powerful brotherhood between DJ Maphorisa and Kabza De Small, and propelled the genre beyond South Africa’s borders into a global phenomenon.

With over 90 million combined audio and video streams to date, Scorpion Kings remains one of the most influential and beloved Amapiano projects of all time. The album sparked a movement, launched countless careers, and redefined the sound of the streets.

In a powerful full-circle moment this past weekend, the Scorpion Kings returned to Durban for the Durban July—celebrating exactly six years since the release of the album that started it all. Their debut project still stands as a defining milestone in African music, proving the magic that happens when piano, culture, and authenticity collide.

“That album wasn’t just music—that was the beginning of a movement. We had no idea, driving to Durban that day, how much our lives—and the entire game—were about to change.”

reflects DJ Maphorisa

“We believed in the sound, and the people believed in us. We’ll never forget where it all began.”

adds Kabza De Small

As they celebrated this major milestone on Saturday, 5 July 2025, at the Durban July, fans can also look forward to yet another iconic moment on 29 August 2025—Scorpion Kings Live with Friends at Loftus Versfeld Stadium. This upcoming show is set to be the biggest Amapiano stage to date, proving once again how far their vision and the genre have evolved.

Join the Scorpion Kings in celebration this weekend—and be part of the next chapter of Amapiano history in August.

🎟️ Tickets for Scorpion Kings Live with Friends at Loftus Versfeld Stadium are available now via Webtickets and at Pick n Pay stores nationwide.

Where were you when one of the greatest Amapiano records dropped?

Relive the magic—listen to Scorpion Kings now.

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