The Big Hash has officially unveiled details surrounding his upcoming collaborative project Love Is A Star, sharing the announcement through his Instagram platform alongside the cover artwork and rollout plan for the release. The project introduces a new chapter for the artist, pairing his distinct sound with contributions from Sly and Kabza De Small, two names widely respected for their influence in shaping contemporary South African music.
The announcement confirmed that Love Is A Star is set for release on May 8, with the lead single Company arriving this Friday. The reveal immediately drew attention from listeners who have followed his journey through previous projects and collaborations. Alongside the rollout details, he highlighted the creative team involved in shaping the project’s direction and sound.
““Love Is A Star” with Sly & Kabza De Small, out everywhere May 8th 🌍💿 Pre-save with the lead single “company”, dropping this Friday, link in bio 🔗Curated by @kabelomotha_. 🎧Engineered by @sly_mndawe. Oil painting by @creationzbyzay 🖼️.”
The upcoming project brings together The Big Hash, Kabza De Small and Sly in a collaborative effort that blends hip hop sensibilities with amapiano influences. The combination is positioned as a meeting point between lyrical storytelling and rhythm driven production, offering a layered sound built from the strengths of each contributor. Kabza De Small’s presence adds his widely recognised production style, while Sly contributes additional creative input that helps shape the sonic identity of the project.
The lead single Company set for release on Friday, is expected to introduce listeners to the tone and atmosphere of the full body of work. It serves as the first official offering from the project and is designed to reflect the fusion of styles that define the collaboration. Early anticipation around the track has been building as fans prepare for the first glimpse into the direction the artists have taken together.
Kabza De Small, known for his influential role in amapiano, brings a production approach that is rooted in groove and layered rhythm structures, while Sly adds a complementary edge to the engineering and arrangement. Together, their contributions support The Big Hash’s vocal delivery, which has often been recognised for its emotional depth and melodic approach.
The Big Hash has built his career through a steady progression of releases that highlight his adaptability across hip hop and R&B. Earlier projects such as Young and Heartbreak Hotel helped establish his voice within the South African music space, earning him recognition for his reflective writing style and consistent growth as an artist. His work has also included collaborations that hint at his interest in exploring new sonic directions.
With Love Is A Star, he steps further into collaborative territory, joining forces with established and emerging talent to expand his creative reach. The project is already available for pre-save across his platforms, allowing listeners to secure access ahead of its release.
As the countdown to Friday continues, Company stands as the first introduction to a project that aims to merge distinct musical identities into a shared sound. The upcoming release places The Big Hash at the centre of a collaboration that reflects both evolution and experimentation, setting the tone for what follows on May 8.
