Back to the City 2025: Final Lineup Locked! A-Reece, Cassper, Kwesta & More
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Back to the City 2025: Final Lineup Locked! A-Reece, Cassper, Kwesta & More

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Back to the City 2025: Final Lineup Locked! A-Reece, Cassper, Kwesta & More 🎤🔥

The Back to the City Hip Hop Festival 2025 has officially dropped its final lineup, and it’s nothing short of historic. On 11 October, Johannesburg becomes the capital of hip-hop culture, uniting legends, new school stars, and fans under this year’s powerful theme: Power in Numbers.

The Heavyweights Take the Stage

A-Reece leads the charge, bringing his razor-sharp lyricism and cult following to the main stage. Cassper Nyovest promises an explosive set filled with energy and classics, while Kwesta brings his storytelling flow that has defined a generation. Emtee, the voice of the hustlers, is locked in alongside the unstoppable Big Zulu, the poetic Maglera Doe Boy, and fearless queen Kikky Baddass. The underground will rise with the Qwellers, proving again that the streets fuel the culture.

More Than Rap

Hip hop has always been about fusion, and this year, bands Jae Nuune and iPhupho l’ka Biko will take the crowd on a soulful, jazz-infused journey. To keep the cyphers burning all night, a stacked DJ lineup — Mac Breezy, Boisanza, Zan D, Skywalker, Papercutt, and Doda — will hold it down on the decks.

A Festival That’s Bigger Than Music

With over 44 food and clothing stalls, brand activations, basketball battles, and cultural showcases, Back to the City continues to prove why it’s more than just a festival — it’s the heartbeat of South African hip hop.

Powered by the Movement

This year’s celebration is made possible by Butan, G20 Summit, Converse, Red Bull, City of Gauteng, SABC 1, Extreme, and Hennessy — brands that believe in the future of African creativity and the global reach of hip hop.

Be Part of History

From kwaito echoes to modern bars, from jazz grooves to hard-hitting beats, Back to the City 2025 is a celebration of unity, resilience, and cultural power.

📅 11 October 2025 — Newtown, Johannesburg
🎟️ Tickets are selling fast — don’t miss out.

Back to the City is not just an event. It’s a movement.

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Highlights – Related to Back to the City 2025

Here are some extra details and highlights for fans and festival-goers:

  • Back to the City 2025 – South Africa’s biggest hip hop celebration

  • Full Back to the City Festival lineup with A-Reece, Cassper Nyovest, Kwesta & more

  • A must-attend South African hip hop festival in Johannesburg

  • Catch A-Reece Back to the City and Cassper Nyovest live 2025 performances

  • Kwesta Back to the City and Emtee live performance South Africa confirmed

  • One of the top Johannesburg hip hop events 2025 this October

  • Built around the Power in Numbers theme for SA Hip Hop Month 2025

  • Style meets music with Butan Streetwear Back to the City activations

  • Energy on stage supported by Red Bull SA hip hop sponsorship

  • Global vibes with Hennessy South Africa events

  • Street culture at the Converse SA music festival stage

  • Cultural spotlight with the G20 South Africa creative economy showcase