The final night of the South African Music Awards was epic.
The show, which was divided into five episodes, came to a close yesterday with Blaq Diamond walking away as the winners of the coveted Record of the Year for their single, Ibhanoyi.
Other winners on the night included Francois van Coke for Best Rock Album and Prince Kaybee for Album of the Year.
Dineo Langa and Donovan Goliath paired up for the last time as show hosts, while Skhumba, Rebecca Malope, DJ Ankletap, Tswyza and Supta kept the comments rolling in as part of the My Muze reaction crew.
A surprise guest appearance was also made by Somizi who showed off his dance moves to Master KG’s popular track, Jerusalema.
With three trophies each, Prince Kaybee, Ndabo Zulu (& Umgidi Ensemble) and Benjamin Dube share the top spot for the highest number of wins for the 2020 show.
“We at the SAMA are delighted that despite the Covid-19 restrictions of lockdown and social distancing, the show has indeed gone on. We extend our congratulations to all the musicians who received the prestigious SAMA, as well as the nominees and our honourees. Let’s stand by our artists and support their efforts,” RiSA CEO, Nhlanhla Sibisi, said in a statement.
Sibisi also thanked those responsible for putting the event together and ensuring the broadcast ran smoothly.
Here are the winners from the grand finale:
Best Rock Album:
Dagdrome in Surburbia by Francois van Coke
Duo/Group of the Year:
Ndabo Zulu & Umgidi Ensemble for Queen Nandi
Album of the Year:
Re Mmino by Prince Kaybee
International Achievement Award:
Ndlovu Youth Choir
Best Remix:
Shay’ inumber by Malumz on Decks
Best Dance Album: in Partnership with Yfm
Re Mmino by Prince Kaybee
Record Of The Year:
Ibhanoyi by Blaq Diamond.