Stixx Releases Third Studio Album DESTINY, Featuring Babalwa M, De Rose and More
The KwaThema-born Amapiano producer brings his musical journey full circle with a 20-track project, led by the focus track “Amablomo” featuring Babalwa M and De Rose.
South African Amapiano producer Stixx is embracing his musical calling with the release of DESTINY, his third studio album and one of his most personal projects to date.
Released on 5 November 2026, the 20-track album reflects Stixx’s journey from growing up in a musical family in KwaThema, Gauteng, to becoming one of the producers contributing to the evolving sound of contemporary Amapiano.
Built around soulful melodies, expressive production and collaborations with some of the genre’s established voices, DESTINY captures an artist who has come to recognise music as more than a creative interest: it is the path he was always meant to follow.
For Stixx, the album represents years of personal growth and a decision to fully commit to the music that has shaped his life.
“Since I was young, I’ve always had a love for music,” Stixx explains. “Coming from a musical family, music has always been at the forefront of my mind. However, I never took it seriously and instead tried to pursue other career paths. But in life, you quickly realise what works for you and what doesn’t. For me, music was something I simply couldn’t run away from.”
He describes DESTINY as a reflection of his growth as an artist and musician.
Stixx brings Babalwa M and De Rose together on “Amablomo”
One of the central moments on DESTINY is “Amablomo”, featuring Babalwa M and De Rose.
The focus track explores love, vulnerability and the work involved in keeping a relationship together when misunderstandings and emotional distance begin to take their toll.
Its story follows a woman asking her partner for more affection, reassurance and consideration. Rather than walking away, she expresses a desire to rebuild the relationship, highlighting how meaningful small gestures can become when someone wants to feel valued.
The song’s message centres on communication, emotional connection and the importance of choosing one another even when things become difficult.
With Babalwa M’s vocal presence and De Rose’s contribution, “Amablomo” brings an intimate storytelling dimension to the album’s wider Amapiano sound.
Listen to “DESTINY” by Stixx: https://africori.to/destiny
Who is Stixx? Inside the KwaThema producer’s musical journey
Born Samuel Seloane, Stixx hails from KwaThema on Gauteng’s East Rand. His relationship with music started early, with the producer reportedly playing drums from the age of two.
Although music was part of his upbringing, he initially explored other career paths before turning his attention to music production in 2015.
His sound has been shaped by a broad musical background that includes deep house, gospel, Afro-soul and R&B. Those influences have helped inform his approach to Amapiano, where melodic arrangements and soulful elements remain central to his production identity.
Stixx has also explored Kwapi, a fusion of Amapiano and Kwaito, reflecting his interest in connecting contemporary dance music with South Africa’s established musical heritage.
From TEST OF TIME to KINGS OF KWAPI: Building the Stixx catalogue
Stixx’s journey to DESTINY has been shaped by a growing catalogue of releases and collaborations.
His 2023 debut album, Test of Time, established an early foundation, accumulating more than 6.3 million Spotify streams, with “Dlala Stixx” surpassing 1.7 million streams, according to the figures supplied with the album announcement.
He continued developing his collaborative sound through projects such as Jazz Cruise Series Vol. 1 with Kelvin Momo and Dust 2 Dust alongside Nvcho. The latter reportedly accumulated more than 9.5 million Spotify streams.
In 2025, Stixx joined forces with Sam Deep and Nvcho for Kings Of Kwapi Vol. 1. The project has since surpassed 11 million Spotify streams and received a nomination for Best Produced Album at the 2026 Metro FM Music Awards.
His catalogue has also included releases such as “Amalobolo” and “Pholisa”, which reached No. 6 and No. 5 respectively on Spotify South Africa’s daily chart, according to the supplied release information.
More recently, projects including “The Dawn” and “Market Place 2.0” featuring The Bless have continued to reflect his interest in connecting Amapiano with South Africa’s musical heritage. “Market Place 2.0” draws on the legacy of jazz icon Hugh Masekela.
What’s on Stixx’s DESTINY album?
The 20-track project brings together a wide range of collaborators, including Babalwa M, De Rose, Kabza De Small, Kelvin Momo, Nvcho, Mphoet, The Bless, Zwayetoven, Tracy, Ch’cco, Jay Sax and others.
The album’s tracklist is:
- Luck Or Fate (feat. Mano) [Intro]
- Teka Inkwashu
- Ufuna Bambone (Jazz Cruise 6) [feat. Kelvin Momo]
- B’s Groove
- 2 By 2 (feat. Mphoet & The Bless)
- Nvcho’s Heartbreak
- Amablomo (feat. De Rose)
- Saba (feat. Sia Mzizi)
- Jozi Express
- Cloud 9 (feat. Kabza De Small)
- Uyangazi Mina (feat. Mphoet & Nvcho)
- Lez’ezam (feat. De Rose & Nvcho)
- Candy Rain
- Love Struck (feat. Jay Sax)
- Ngilalele (feat. Tracy)
- Sheleni
- Weekend
- Jaiva (feat. Tracy & Ch’cco)
- Angazi (feat. Youme)
- Kasi
Across its 20 tracks, DESTINY gives Stixx room to bring together familiar collaborators, fresh musical combinations and his own evolving production identity.
Stixx embraces the sound he was always meant to make
With DESTINY, Stixx presents more than another addition to his discography. The album brings together the influences, collaborations and experiences that have shaped his journey since his early days playing drums in KwaThema.
Its title reflects the personal message behind the project: sometimes the path that feels most natural is the one that takes time to recognise and fully embrace.
Now firmly committed to music, Stixx is continuing to build his place in South African Amapiano, bringing his soulful influences and interest in Kwapi into a project that reflects where he has been and where he intends to go.
Stixx’s third studio album, DESTINY, is available now on major digital streaming platforms.
Listen to the album: https://africori.to/destiny
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