“It’s unbelievable they don’t have music together” — Stogie T On Securing A-Reece & Nasty C Collab. Stogie T notes that he did not need to pressure anyone to create one of the most significant moments in local hip hop this year.
The seasoned rapper and producer disclosed that his forthcoming album Anomy includes a track that features both A-Reece and Nasty C, marking a notable collaboration amidst years of speculation regarding their rivalry.
“It’s crazy, bro. I think these guys are amazing. I think they are incredible artists. They are absolutely amazing, and it’s unbelievable that they don’t have music together. Doesn’t it remind you of Cassper and AKA? When we were all like, look man, I don’t know if I want like an AKA-Cassper song, but I definitely want an AKA-Cassper moment where we’re celebrating these dudes. So you are right, they let me have that moment by agreeing to speak to each other,” Stogie T explained.
This announcement serves as a moment of excitement for fans who have long anticipated the possibility of A-Reece and Nasty C collaborating. Together, these artists have shaped significant aspects of South African rap over the past decade, and their inclusion on the same project will likely shift discussions regarding collaborations and rivalries in the genre.
This collaboration does not focus on rivalry but rather captures an uplifting, rare energy. Stogie T’s role seems to have been both curatorial and creative; instead of instigating drama, he presented the partnership as an opportunity to highlight the individual strengths of two unique voices.
For Anomy, which is anticipated to merge reflective themes with impactful lyrics, this collaboration is shown as a focal point rather than a mere marketing tactic.
Whether this leads to more collaborations among prominent artists or stands alone as a unique event, it highlights a broader truth: there remains potential for surprises within South African hip hop. Stogie T has, at the very least, fulfilled fans’ desires for a moment that brings together two of the genre’s most influential figures.
