mabala noise return

Reggie Nkabinde with the late Riky Rick. Images: X @mabalanoise

‘Where legends were born’ – Controversial record label Mabala Noise set to make a return

‘Where legends were born. Nasty C, Emtee and Riky Rick, and many more,’ Fans react to Mabala Noise’s rumoured return to the music scene.

mabala noise return

Reggie Nkabinde with the late Riky Rick. Images: X @mabalanoise

Best known for thrusting several artists into stardom, controversial record label Mabala Noise is said to be returning to the music industry.

According to reports, the once-popular and controversial record label is allegedly working on its comeback to the music scene.

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CONTROVERSIAL RECORD LABEL MABALA NOISE SET TO MAKE A RETURN

Reports have it that the record label is already looking for new talent to bring back the label into the conversation. The record label, co-owned by Nkabinde and DJ Bongz, is also planning to revive other artists’ careers.

It was formed in 2015 as Mabalabala but was later renamed Mabala Noise. However, the news of its return isn’t new to many. Over the years, the label has made many headlines, from signing big names to legal woes with its artists.

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Seasoned artists, including late rapper Riky Rick, Major League DJz, Mnqobi Yazo, Khanyi Mbau, Letoya Makhene, Gigi Lamayne, Maraza, Fifi Cooper and Nasty C, were once signed under Mabala Noise.

However, the co-owners have not publicly confirmed the news that has since thrust the record label into the top trends.

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MZANSI REACTS

Against the news, fans were puzzled to learn that the Mabala Noise still exists. Some fans were glad that the record label was making its much-awaited return. Music lovers were quick to flood social media with their two cents.

@Shiza Lova praised the label, “Where legends were born. Nasty C, Emtee and Riky Rick, and many more.”

@the_real_anto_sa_ asked, “When are you signing young hip hop artist Mabala Noise? We’ve been struggling since Riky Rick died.”

@upper_the_lord commented, “Are you still operating? I even forgot about you. Where’s the consistency?”

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