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VOTE and keep your faves fire burning! - Idols SA Image : 24271

VOTE and keep your faves fire burning! - Idols SA

Only you can take your Idols SA favourite to the Top 5 so make every vote count and show them love!

Decide who performs in the SHOWSTOPPER! – Idols SA Image : 24290

Decide who performs in the SHOWSTOPPER! – Idols SA

Your VOTES this week determine who gets to perform in the most anticipated show of the season. Head to www.idolssa.tv/vote to ensure your Idol rocks the stage in the grandest way possible

Top 17 Group B: Treasure – ‘The Middle’ – Idols SA Image : 15325

Top 17 Group B: Treasure – ‘The Middle’ – Idols SA

Flawless vocals from Treasure gave Zedd’s ‘The Middle’ a refreshing new spin and earned him rousing applause from the audience and judges.

Top 17 Group B: Sneziey – ‘Getsemane’ – Idols SA Image : 15322

Top 17 Group B: Sneziey – ‘Getsemane’ – Idols SA

Taking everybody straight to church, Sneziey unleashed her powerhouse pipes to deliver a sanctified performance of ‘Getsemane’ by SbuNoah.

Top 17 Group B: Nqobile – ‘Love Theory’ – Idols SA Image : 15323

Top 17 Group B: Nqobile – ‘Love Theory’ – Idols SA

Nqobile took her praises all the way up as she slayed and sanctified her performance of Kirk Franklin’s ‘Love Theory’.

Top 17 Group B: Micayla – ‘New Rules’ – Idols SA Image : 15328

Top 17 Group B: Micayla – ‘New Rules’ – Idols SA

A phenomenal display of vocal prowess and infinite star power! Micayla blows the lights out with her rendition of ‘New Rules’ by Dua Lipa

Top 17 Group B: Innocentia – ‘Scars To Your Beautiful’ – Idols SA Image : 15329

Top 17 Group B: Innocentia – ‘Scars To Your Beautiful’ – Idols SA

Powerhouse vocals and an absolutely heartfelt memorable performance by Innocentia as she etches Alessia Cara’s ‘Scars To Your Beautiful’ into our hearts.

Top 17 Group B - 'Move For Me' - Idols SA Image : 15321

Top 17 Group B - 'Move For Me' - Idols SA

With an absolute banger of a performance, Group B of the Top 17 did the most when they took on Cassper Nyovest's smash hit 'Move For Me'.

Top 17 Group A: XOLA – ‘Come With Me’ – Idols SA Image : 15277

Top 17 Group A: XOLA – ‘Come With Me’ – Idols SA

Over and above flawlessly slaying some really challenging notes, Xola looked a million bucks and completely owned the stage performing Black Coffee’s club banger

Top 17 Group A: Virginia – ‘Themba’ – Idols SA Image : 15276

Top 17 Group A: Virginia – ‘Themba’ – Idols SA

Virginia held nothing back and unleashed her full, vocal prowess for the first time to this Kelly Khumalo number getting the BIGGEST “wooshem” of the night from Somizi!

Top 17 Group A: Viggy – ‘Mgodi’ – Idols SA Image : 15279

Top 17 Group A: Viggy – ‘Mgodi’ – Idols SA

Viggy continued in her tradition of delivering heartfelt and tear-jerking performances on stage after doing justice to this Zahara jam.

Top 17 Group A: Sizwe – ‘Tigi’ – Idols SA Image : 15274

Top 17 Group A: Sizwe – ‘Tigi’ – Idols SA

Sizwe had us screaming “Tig, Tig Tigeee” at the top of our voices after he switched things up and swapped the ballads for something up-tempo.

Top 17 Group A: NOLO – ‘Talk’ – Idols SA Image : 15275

Top 17 Group A: NOLO – ‘Talk’ – Idols SA

Nolo bust onto the stage dripping before he belted out this Khalid classic leaving everyone watching breathless and ladies everywhere, swooning!

Top 17 Group A: Mmangaliso – ‘Egoli’ – Idols SA Image : 15273

Top 17 Group A: Mmangaliso – ‘Egoli’ – Idols SA

Mmangaliso channeled her inner Afro Soul diva to Mlindo’s hit, commanding the stage and sounding and looking a million bucks while doing it!

Top 17 Group A: Louise – ‘Without Me’ – Idols SA Image : 15278

Top 17 Group A: Louise – ‘Without Me’ – Idols SA

Louise flaunted her stunning, husky tone with Halsey’s smash hit putting in a strong bid for a spot in this year’s Top 10

Top 17 Group A – ‘Fela In Versace’ – Idols SA Image : 15271

Top 17 Group A – ‘Fela In Versace’ – Idols SA

We can only sum up this performance of AKA’s smash as a stunning and bar-raising open to the season. We’re so excited for the rest of the Live Shows now

Telkom Backstage Pass

The REAL reason why Unathi cries – Idols SA Image : 19662

The REAL reason why Unathi cries – Idols SA

Somizi explains the origins of WOOSHEM! – Idols SA Image : 19664

Somizi explains the origins of WOOSHEM! – Idols SA

Roomies get up-close and personal - Telkom Backstage Pass – Idols SA Image : 19666

Roomies get up-close and personal - Telkom Backstage Pass – Idols SA

Reflecting on the new Group Phase - Telkom Backstage Pass – Idols SA Image : 19670

Reflecting on the new Group Phase - Telkom Backstage Pass – Idols SA

It cuts deep - Telkom Backstage Pass – Idols SA Image : 19672

It cuts deep - Telkom Backstage Pass – Idols SA

Letting loose on the dance floor! - Telkom Backstage Pass – Idols SA Image : 19674

Letting loose on the dance floor! - Telkom Backstage Pass – Idols SA

Old Mutual – Do Great Things Every Day

Idols does ‘Old Town Road’ – Idols SA Image : 17673

Idols does ‘Old Town Road’ – Idols SA

Adjusting to life on lockdown – Idols SA Image : 16769

Adjusting to life on lockdown – Idols SA

Baring profound truths about their Idols SA journeys – Idols SA Image : 15912

Baring profound truths about their Idols SA journeys – Idols SA

Spectacular plans for their post Idols journey – Idols SA Image : 19307

Spectacular plans for their post Idols journey – Idols SA

Innocentia talks Money Matters – Old Mutual Masterclass #AMPDxIdolsSA Image : 19322

Innocentia talks Money Matters – Old Mutual Masterclass #AMPDxIdolsSA

Old Mutual Masterclass B: Idols SA Top 10 sing for DJ Tira Image : 19324

Old Mutual Masterclass B: Idols SA Top 10 sing for DJ Tira

Season 15 Music Videos

Lebo M – Mzansi Magic Music Specials Image : 22713

Lebo M – Mzansi Magic Music Specials

Behind the scenes

Social media meltdowns & life after lockdown – Idols SA

Social media meltdowns & life after lockdown – Idols SA Image : 16934

Singing the lockdown blues way – Idols SA

Singing the lockdown blues way – Idols SA Image : 16935

How Unathi's staying focused during lockdown – Idols SA Image : 16844

How Unathi's staying focused during lockdown – Idols SA

We caught up with Afro Soul queen and Idols SA Judge Unathi to see how she and her family are staying focused, inspired and positive.

To the Idols SA family… with love Image : 16777

To the Idols SA family… with love

We know how hard it can be to find positive stories online lately so we asked Pro and some of our Idols to share some words of encouragement to keep you going!

Adjusting to life on lockdown – Idols SA Image : 16769

Adjusting to life on lockdown – Idols SA

Dive in as we connect with Pro, Luyolo, Sneziey and Nolo to find out where they are, who they're with and how they're staying motivated during lockdown.

Randall's thoughtful reflections on lockdown – Idols SA Image : 16843

Randall's thoughtful reflections on lockdown – Idols SA

Mr. Abrahams always manages to make you ponder things from a different perspective so we were keen to hear how he's doing during the lockdown.

Last song you sang in the shower? – Idols SA Image : 16445

Last song you sang in the shower? – Idols SA

We got a taste of the phenomenal talent that thronged the North Beach Amphitheatre for Durban Auditions in our second-last instalment of Keep It Real. Here’s what our hopefuls belt out while their getting squeaky clean.

When’s the last time you fell in love? – Idols SA Image : 16384

When’s the last time you fell in love? – Idols SA

For our second instalment of ‘Keep It Real’, we asked some of our hopefuls in Pretoria to open up about the last time they were in love getting some fascinating insight into who they are in the process.

Capetonians share the songs that make them cry – Idols SA Image : 16327

Capetonians share the songs that make them cry – Idols SA

No doubt anyone queuing up for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity is passionate about music. That’s why we wanted to find out the songs that tug at their heartstrings.

Heartfelt "Thank Yous" & One Final Plea – Idols SA Image : 19737

Heartfelt "Thank Yous" & One Final Plea – Idols SA

You cast votes in the hundreds of millions for your hopefuls and now it’s down to Luyolo and Sneziey. This is why they need you to rally behind them one last time.

Spectacular plans for their post Idols journey – Idols SA Image : 19307

Spectacular plans for their post Idols journey – Idols SA

We connected with our former contestants to get a feel for how it’s been for them integrating into the real world again. We were also super-keen to learn what they’ve been working on and when you can expect to hear it.

Re-uniting for an EPIC group number – Idols SA Image : 19743

Re-uniting for an EPIC group number – Idols SA

Our Season 15 Top 10 are getting ready to pour some love and positivity into our lives with their cover of ‘Keeping Your Head Up’ by Birdy. They’re also thrilled to be working together again

From strength to strength for Dinky - Idols SA Image : 19788

From strength to strength for Dinky - Idols SA

Dinky is ready to conquer the industry and is taking a world of experiences with her as she bows out of Idols SA.

HILARIOUS Diva Demands – Idols SA Image : 19790

HILARIOUS Diva Demands – Idols SA

Since the theme this Sunday is sobe si-extra, we asked our Idols to imagine they were already rich and famous then come up with the most bizarre diva demands just for laughs.

Song Choice: OTT and in your face – Idols SA Image : 19792

Song Choice: OTT and in your face – Idols SA

Our Top 9 are hard at work piecing together some jaw-dropping performances to make sure they deliver something EXTRA when it comes time to sing for your votes!

Pleading for VOTES, celebrating heritage! – Idols SA Image : 19794

Pleading for VOTES, celebrating heritage! – Idols SA

In honour of Heritage Day, we asked our Top 9 to inspire you to rally behind them in some of the many, beautiful languages of South Africa. Vote at www.idolssa.tv/vote before 10pm tonight. (Tuesday)

Your Top 10 make a final plea – Idols SA Image : 19802

Your Top 10 make a final plea – Idols SA

Our finalists need you to go wild on ALL four platforms to make sure they’re one step closer to victory next Sunday. Get to it ASAP as lines close at 10pm tonight (Tuesday)

Dr. Tumi talks Idols SA, new music & more! Image : 19804

Dr. Tumi talks Idols SA, new music & more!

Our Top 10 had the privilege of sharing the stage with Dr. Tumi who opened up about working with them as well as his career highlights and upcoming projects

Reflecting on fond memories of Thami – Idols SA Image : 19806

Reflecting on fond memories of Thami – Idols SA

We touched base with Pro and some of our Season 12 finalists to learn what they’ll miss most about our dearly departed Idol. R.I.P Thami

Group B need your VOTES… Here’s why – Idols SA Image : 19826

Group B need your VOTES… Here’s why – Idols SA

You’ve voted in droves already and now it’s Group B’s turn to make their case for a Top 10 finish. Have a listen and vote on www.idolssa.tv/vote once you’ve decided

Here's why Group A need your VOTES! – Idols SA Image : 19832

Here's why Group A need your VOTES! – Idols SA

They collectively gave us one of the hottest Live Show debuts in Idols history. Now it’s your turn to reward your fave’s hard work with a Top 10 spot!

Somizi explains the origins of WOOSHEM! – Idols SA Image : 19664

Somizi explains the origins of WOOSHEM! – Idols SA

Somizi breaks down what it takes for someone to get a “wooshem” from him before walking us through the history of the now iconic term he coined back in Season 12

The REAL reason why Unathi cries – Idols SA Image : 19662

The REAL reason why Unathi cries – Idols SA

We spoke to Unathi about some of the moments that have moved her to tears over the years and what it takes to evoke that sort emotion in her

Roomies get up-close and personal - Telkom Backstage Pass – Idols SA Image : 19666

Roomies get up-close and personal - Telkom Backstage Pass – Idols SA

From musical inspirations to sleeping patterns, our contestants dish all the juicy details you’re curious to know but too shy to ask

Meet Your Top 17!

Season 15 Top 17 – Human (Official Music Video) – Idols SA

Season 15 Top 17 – Human (Official Music Video) – Idols SA Image : 19099

Profile: Zia Fielies – Idols SA S15 Finalist

Profile: Xola Toto – Idols SA S15 Finalist

They’ve lifted your spirits from the moment they auditioned, now it’s time to get up-close and personal with the finalist! Take a listen as they discuss their musical influences, greatest fears and so much more.

Profile: Virginia Qwabe – Idols SA S15 Finalist

From interesting tidbits about their private lives and hidden talents to weighing in on the dreams that sustain them, here’s everything you need to know about your finalist!

Profile: Viggy Qwabe – Idols SA S15 Finalist

They’ve lifted your spirits from the moment they auditioned, now it’s time to get up-close and personal with the finalist! Take a listen as they discuss their musical influences, greatest fears and so much more.

Profile: Treasure Mngadi – Idols SA S15 Finalist

From interesting tidbits about their private lives and hidden talents to weighing in on the dreams that sustain them, here’s everything you need to know about your finalist!

Profile: Sneziey – Idols SA S15 Finalist

They’ve lifted your spirits from the moment they auditioned, now it’s time to get up-close and personal with the finalist! Take a listen as they discuss their musical influences, greatest fears and so much more.

Profile: Sizwe Hlatshwayo – Idols SA S15 Finalist

From interesting tidbits about their private lives and hidden talents to weighing in on the dreams that sustain them, here’s everything you need to know about your finalist!

Profile: Nqobile Gumede – Idols SA S15 Finalist

They’ve lifted your spirits from the moment they auditioned, now it’s time to get up-close and personal with the finalist! Take a listen as they discuss their musical influences, greatest fears and so much more.

Profile: Nolo Seodisha – Idols SA S15 Finalist

From interesting tidbits about their private lives and hidden talents to weighing in on the dreams that sustain them, here’s everything you need to know about your finalist!

Profile: Mmangaliso Gumbi – Idols SA S15 Finalist

They’ve lifted your spirits from the moment they auditioned, now it’s time to get up-close and personal with the finalist! Take a listen as they discuss their musical influences, greatest fears and so much more.

Profile: Micayla Oelofse – Idols SA S15 Finalist

From interesting tidbits about their private lives and hidden talents to weighing in on the dreams that sustain them, here’s everything you need to know about your finalist!

Profile: Luyolo Yiba – Idols SA S15 Finalist

They’ve lifted your spirits from the moment they auditioned, now it’s time to get up-close and personal with the finalist! Take a listen as they discuss their musical influences, greatest fears and so much more.

Profile: Louise Nicholls – Idols SA S15 Finalist

From interesting tidbits about their private lives and hidden talents to weighing in on the dreams that sustain them, here’s everything you need to know about your finalist!

Profile: Innocentia Sibi – Idols SA S15 Finalist

They’ve lifted your spirits from the moment they auditioned, now it’s time to get up-close and personal with the finalist! Take a listen as they discuss their musical influences, greatest fears and so much more.

Profile: Dinky – Idols SA S15 Finalist

From interesting tidbits about their private lives and hidden talents to weighing in on the dreams that sustain them, here’s everything you need to know about your finalist!

Profile: Craig Jordaan – Idols SA S15 Finalist

They’ve lifted your spirits from the moment they auditioned, now it’s time to get up-close and personal with the finalist! Take a listen as they discuss their musical influences, greatest fears and so much more.

Profile: Andy Keys – Idols SA S15 Finalist

From interesting tidbits about their private lives and hidden talents to weighing in on the dreams that sustain them, here’s everything you need to know about your finalist!

Just do it duet do it duet! — Idols SA Image : 25406

Just do it duet do it duet! — Idols SA

No matter your craft, we all have someone we'd love to collaborate with. Group B share who they would like to do a duet with and we say JUST DO IT!

Highlights

A wonderful world for Wanda Image : 19679

A wonderful world for Wanda

P.E delivers FIRE, Pop-Up Auditions! Image : 19665

P.E delivers FIRE, Pop-Up Auditions!

Gugu's glorious makeover - Idols SA Image : 19118

Gugu's glorious makeover - Idols SA

Can Bloem get it popping? - Idols SA Image : 19673

Can Bloem get it popping? - Idols SA

Theatre Week: Solo Performances

Solo: Viggy Qwabe – ‘Noba Ngumama’ – Idols SA Image : 19101

Solo: Viggy Qwabe – ‘Noba Ngumama’ – Idols SA

Solo: Virginia Qwabe – ‘Lengoma’ – Idols SA Image : 19381

Solo: Virginia Qwabe – ‘Lengoma’ – Idols SA

Solo: Nqobile Gumede – ‘Jik’izinto’ – Idols SA Image : 19383

Solo: Nqobile Gumede – ‘Jik’izinto’ – Idols SA

Solo: Sneziey Msomi – ‘Through The Fire’ – Idols SA Image : 19385

Solo: Sneziey Msomi – ‘Through The Fire’ – Idols SA

Solo: Micayla Oelofse – ‘Issues’ – Idols SA Image : 19387

Solo: Micayla Oelofse – ‘Issues’ – Idols SA

Solo: Sifiso Mlangeni – ‘Bekezela’ – Idols SA Image : 19389

Solo: Sifiso Mlangeni – ‘Bekezela’ – Idols SA

Solo: Zia Fielies – ‘How Far I’ll Go’ – Idols SA Image : 19391

Solo: Zia Fielies – ‘How Far I’ll Go’ – Idols SA

Solo: Dinky Swartz – ‘For You’ – Idols SA Image : 19393

Solo: Dinky Swartz – ‘For You’ – Idols SA

Solo: Luyolo Yiba – ‘Zanele’ – Idols SA Image : 19397

Solo: Luyolo Yiba – ‘Zanele’ – Idols SA

Solo: Mmangaliso Gumbi – ‘I Still Believe’ – Idols SA Image : 19395

Solo: Mmangaliso Gumbi – ‘I Still Believe’ – Idols SA

Solo: Thandokazi Goduka – ‘Woza’ – Idols SA Image : 19399

Solo: Thandokazi Goduka – ‘Woza’ – Idols SA

Solo: Nolo Seodisha – ‘Anytime’ – Idols SA Image : 19401

Solo: Nolo Seodisha – ‘Anytime’ – Idols SA

Solo: Melanin – ‘Let Me Know’ – Idols SA Image : 19403

Solo: Melanin – ‘Let Me Know’ – Idols SA

Solo: Andy Keys – ‘One Love’ – Idols SA Image : 19405

Solo: Andy Keys – ‘One Love’ – Idols SA

Solo: Motheo Tshabangu – ‘I’ll Be There’ – Idols SA Image : 19407

Solo: Motheo Tshabangu – ‘I’ll Be There’ – Idols SA

Solo: Innocentia Sibi – ‘Life Is Going On’ – Idols SA Image : 19409

Solo: Innocentia Sibi – ‘Life Is Going On’ – Idols SA

Solo: Sizwe Hlatshwayo – ‘Imali Yamalobolo’ – Idols SA Image : 19413

Solo: Sizwe Hlatshwayo – ‘Imali Yamalobolo’ – Idols SA

Solo: Xola Toto – ‘Down’ – Idols SA Image : 19417

Solo: Xola Toto – ‘Down’ – Idols SA

Solo: Thoriso Seodisha – ‘One Last Cry’ – Idols SA Image : 19411

Solo: Thoriso Seodisha – ‘One Last Cry’ – Idols SA

Solo: Gugulethu Gumede – ‘My Baby’ – Idols SA Image : 19415

Solo: Gugulethu Gumede – ‘My Baby’ – Idols SA

Solo: Louise Nicholls – ‘IDGAF’ – Idols SA Image : 19421

Solo: Louise Nicholls – ‘IDGAF’ – Idols SA

Solo: Thula Mnisi – ‘No One Else Comes Close’ – Idols SA Image : 19419

Solo: Thula Mnisi – ‘No One Else Comes Close’ – Idols SA

Solo: Katara Maroro – ‘Mercy Mercy Me’ – Idols SA Image : 19423

Solo: Katara Maroro – ‘Mercy Mercy Me’ – Idols SA

Solo: Treasure Mngadi – ‘Purpose’ – Idols SA Image : 19425

Solo: Treasure Mngadi – ‘Purpose’ – Idols SA

Theatre Week: Group Performances

Wooden Mic

Idols SA Wooden Mic Remix: 2019 Edition – Idols SA Image : 19124

Idols SA Wooden Mic Remix: 2019 Edition – Idols SA

If you’re an Idols SA diehard you already know the drill. Enjoy this year’s exclusive remix ft some of the most hilarious auditions of the year. Don’t forget to select your fave on our website, www.idolssa.tv

JHB Auditions

CPT Auditions

Capetonians share the songs that make them cry – Idols SA Image : 16327

Capetonians share the songs that make them cry – Idols SA

DBN Auditions

Last song you sang in the shower? – Idols SA Image : 16445

Last song you sang in the shower? – Idols SA

Gugu's glorious makeover - Idols SA Image : 19118

Gugu's glorious makeover - Idols SA

PTA Auditions

When’s the last time you fell in love? – Idols SA Image : 16384

When’s the last time you fell in love? – Idols SA

Telkom Pop-Up Auditions

P.E delivers FIRE, Pop-Up Auditions!

P.E delivers FIRE, Pop-Up Auditions! Image : 19665

Can Bloem get it popping? - Idols SA

Can Bloem get it popping? - Idols SA Image : 19673

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