The Death of Record Labels? Kane Keid exposes the truth

Images and videos are credited to Kane Keid (Instagram & YouTube) and AKAworldwide (Instagram). All content is used for informational purposes with no intention of copyright infringement. The labels need us more than we need them.” Kane Keid breaks down the power shift in SA hip-hop, explaining why independent artists now have more control than ever. In this interview, he talks about the realities of streaming revenue, why shows and merch make more money, and how social media has changed the game. With his new single Trouble Again dropping in April, an upcoming EP, and a major merch collaboration, Kane Keid is proving that artists don’t need record deals to succeed—they just need hustle, branding, and a direct connection with fans. 🔔 Subscribe for more hip-hop insights & exclusive interviews! 📩 Drop a comment: Do you think record labels are still necessary in 2025? #KaneKeid #SAHipHop #IndependentArtist #SAHipHopPowerShift #StreamingVsShows #HipHopBusiness #TheLabelsNeedUs #HipHopNews #MusicIndustry #SouthAfricanMusic #TroubleAgain #IndependentHustle #MerchMoney #SpotifyStreams #AReece #hiphopinterviews