Costa Titch

2023 - 3 - 12

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JUST IN: South African artiste Costa Titch slumps, dies on stage (The Punch)

The 'Big Flexa' rapper reportedly died while thrilling fans at the Ultra Music Festival held in Johannesburg on Saturday. In videos making rounds on the ...

Nelspruit-born artist and dancer, real name Costa Tsobanoglou, has passed away. Mphela wrote in his tweet, “RIP: Costa Titch. He however slumped a second time and had to be carried off stage.

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BREAKING: South African musician, Costa Titch dies performing on ... (Vanguard)

The musician, whose name is Costa Tsobanoglou, reportedly collapsed while performing at the Ultra music festival on Saturday, 12 March 2023. Costa, who is also ...

The passing of Costa Titch comes as music fans are still mourning the loss of fellow rapper AKA, whose real name was Kiernan Forbes. He was shot outside of a restaurant in Durban by unknown hitmen and the South African Police Service (SAPS) are still investigating the case. Another tragedy has hit the South African music scene, as rapper Costa Titch dies performing on stage.

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South African rapper Costa Titch reportedly dies on stage at music ... (BNO News)

South African rapper and songwriter Costa Titch collapsed and died while performing at a music festival in Johannesburg, according to reports.

[World2 days ago ](https://bnonews.com/index.php/2023/03/2-lions-die-of-covid-19-at-japanese-zoo/) [World2 days ago ](https://bnonews.com/index.php/2023/03/gunmen-open-fire-at-bar-in-playa-del-carmen-injuring-3/) [World2 hours ago ](https://bnonews.com/index.php/2023/03/south-african-rapper-costa-titch-reportedly-dies-on-stage-at-music-festival/) In mid-February, popular rapper Kiernan Forbes, also known as AKA, was fatally shot in a Durban restaurant. His most successful single, Big Flexa, has received over 45 million views on YouTube, and a remix featuring US artist Akon was recently released. The cause of his death is currently unknown.

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SA rapper Costa Titch dies on stage at Jozi Ultra Fest (Independent Online)

South African rapper Costa Titch collapsed and died while performing at the Ultra Music Festival at the Expo Centre, in Johannesburg on Saturday night.

Musician Rikhado Makhado, known as Riky Rick, was discovered dead from an apparent suicide in February 2022. In mid-February, popular rapper Kiernan Forbes, also known as AKA, was fatally shot in Durban. “I’ve always wanted to remain independent and instead of signing to a major label, I’ve always wanted to partner with one.

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South African Artiste Costa Titch Dies on Stage (NNN)

Costa Tsobanoglou, better known by his stage name Costa Titch, has reportedly passed on. The rapper died while performing at the Ultra Music Festival in ...

[RIP](https://nnn.ng/tag/rip/): Costa Titch. Costa Titch was renowned for his contribution to the Amapiano genre. Despite being helped back to his feet by his bodyguard, Titch failed to stay upright and fell a second time.

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Costa Titch Dead At 27 (Guardian)

Popular South African rapper Costa Tsobanoglou aka Costa Titch has reportedly passed away on Saturday while dazzling festivalgoers at.

Nelspruit-born artist and dancer, real name Costa Tsobanoglou, has passed away. Costa Titch, RIP, Mphela tweeted “RIP: Costa Titch. But he fell again and needed to be taken off the stage.

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Costa Titch Dies: South African Rapper Passes Away While ... (LatestLY)

A video has surfaced on internet which reportedly shows Costa collapsing on stage. Costa Titch Dies: South African Rapper Passes Away While Performing at ...

A video has surfaced on internet which reportedly shows Costa collapsing on stage. The views and facts appearing in the social media post do not reflect the opinions of LatestLY, also LatestLY does not assume any responsibility or liability for the same.) In a tragic incident, South African rapper Costa Titch died while performing on stage.

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BREAKING: South African rapper Costa Titch collapses and dies on ... (Euro Weekly News)

Costa Titch, the South African rap artist, reportedly collapsed and died while performing on stage at a music festival in the city of Johannesburg.

Costa Titch, the 27-year-old South African rapper, songwriter, and dancer, reportedly collapsed this evening, Saturday, March 11. Costa’s death comes as rap fans in South Africa are still mourning the recent passing of AKA – Kiernan Forbes. AKA and Costa Titch collaborated on the song ‘Super Soft’. South African rapper Costa Titch collapses and dies on stage in Johannesburg BREAKING: South African rapper Costa Titch collapses and dies on stage in Johannesburg — Costa Titch (@costatitchworld)

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South African rapper, Costa Titch, collapses during concert. Watch ... (Livemint)

A rising music star of South Africa, Costa Titch, collapsed and died at a music festival in Johannesburg. His death hasn't been officially confirmed yet, ...

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Rapper Costa Titch has died after collapsing at Ultra SA (Independent Online)

Speculation around Costa Titch's death was sparked by several online posts from individuals like DJ, Junior De Rocka and Julius Malema.

“So once the opportunity was presented by Konvict, we knew it was meant to be. [Akon,](https://www.iol.co.za/entertainment/celebrity-news/local/costa-titch-signs-to-akons-label-and-announces-big-flexa-remix-034877b0-191e-4134-9857-f9871179d8ba) who he had announced he was partnering with. [#RIPCostaTitch] [pic.twitter.com/u6VP3p7x88] [March 11, 2023] [pic.twitter.com/zTCGRdpgMR] [March 11, 2023] [March 11, 2023] [Smirnoff Storm Room ](https://www.iol.co.za/entertainment/whats-on/joburg/ultra-sa-set-to-launch-new-amapiano-and-afro-tech-music-series-a21b522f-e43f-425f-8f8f-abf0b30404ca)at the world’s biggest EDM festival and was excited to rock the stage.

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South African Rapper Costa Titch Dies on Stage (Radio Nigeria Ibadan)

Popular South African artiste, Costa Tsobanoglou, professionally known as Costa Titch, has passed on. The 'Big Flexa' rapper reportedly died while thrilling ...

He however slumped a second time and had to be carried off stage. Costa’s death is another huge loss for the South African music industry after his colleague, Kiernan Forbes alias AKA, was shot dead in February. Popular South African artiste, Costa Tsobanoglou, professionally known as Costa Titch, has passed on.

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South African musician, Costa Titch is dead (Daily Post Nigeria)

South African musician and dancer, Costa Titch is dead. Titch, whose name is Costa Tsobanoglou, reportedly collapsed while performing at the Ultra music.

South African musician and dancer, Costa Titch is dead. South African musician, Costa Titch is dead “Nelspruit-born artist and dancer, real name Costa Tsobanoglou, has passed away.

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South African singer Costa Titch dies on stage during live performance (Peoples Gazette)

The musician reportedly had a seizure during a performance at the Ultra Music Festival on Saturday.

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Rapper Costa Titch dies aged 28 as he collapses on stage in front of ... (Mirror.co.uk)

Costa Titch, real name Constantinos Tsobanoglou, appeared to lose consciousness while he was peforming at the Ultra Music Festival and later died in ...

"We are thankful for the emergency responders and all those present in his last hours on this earth. Please keep us in your prayers and uplifted in the Lord." Heartbroken fans and friends flocked to comment, with one writing: "Shocked and Sad.

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Rapper Costa Titch, 27, dead after collapsing on stage at Ultra ... (News24)

South African rapper Costa Titch has died after he collapsed on stage during a performance at Ultra Music Festival in Johannesburg.

Heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and broader music industry." I was making music for fun at that time, and people were receiving it pretty well, and at that point, I decided to go full-on with this and see where it goes," he said. It's time for the music genres to have a platform like this, something which supports the music and the culture. For me, it’s also about finding that freedom to create and then sharing it with people on the dance floor. Please keep us in your prayers and uplifted in the Lord", ended the statement. He recently signed to Senegalese-American rapper Akon's record label Konvict Kulture.

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Rapper Costa Titch dies after collapsing onstage at Ultra Festival (NME.com)

The South African musician was 28 years old. Costa Titch was performing at Johannesburg's Nasrec Expo Centre as part of the Ultra Festival when he reportedly ...

[March 11, 2023] [March 12, 2023] “So once the opportunity was presented by Konvict, we knew it was meant to be. Akon also featured on the remix of Costa Titch’s song ‘Big Flexa’. “We are thankful for the emergency responders and all those present in his last hours on this earth.

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Costa Titch dead: Rapper dies aged 28 after collapsing on stage (Metro)

Rapper Constantinos Tsobanoglou, best-known by his stage name Costa Titch, has died at the age of 28 after being filmed collapsing on stage.

Please keep us in your prayers and uplifted in the Lord.’ ‘We are thankful for the emergency responders and all those present in his last hours on this earth. Robbing us of our beloved son, brother and grandson, Constantinos Tsobanoglou (28), who South Africa had come to love and idolize under his stage name “Costa Titch”. Tsobanoglou shared a tribute on social media to his friend and peer at the time, posting a broken heart emoji on Instagram alongside a compilation of pictures and videos. ‘Death has tragically knocked at our door. [died](https://metro.co.uk/tag/celebrity-deaths/) at the age of 28.

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Rapper Costa Titch dies aged 28 after collapsing on stage during ... (OK! Magazine)

The rapper, real name Constantinos Tsobanoglou, collapsed on stage while performing at the Ultra Music Festival, and later passed away at hospital. His family ...

And South African TV channel Trance tweeted: "Rest In Peace, Costa Titch. Sincerest condolences to his loved ones, friends, family & the Titch Gang." Please keep us in your prayers and uplifted in the Lord." My condolences to Costa Titch’s family and friends. Robbing us of our beloved son, brother and grandson Constantinos Tsobanoglou, who South Africa had come to love and idolise under his stage name Costa Titch. In our hearts & in the sky, you’ll live forever.

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Rapper Costa Titch dies suddenly aged 27 (Music News)

Rapper Costa Titch dies suddenly aged 27 - The Number One music magazine feat. band & artist news, reviews, interviews, videos & gossip UK & worldwide.

Fellow musician Priddy Ugly wrote: "Your star continues to rise, even in your ascension. Please keep us in your prayers and uplifted in the Lord." In a statement, the family said: "Death has tragically knocked at our door.

SAfrica Rapper Costa Titch Dies After Collapsing On Stage (Barron's)

The South African rapper Costa Titch died on stage while performing, police said Sunday, as they opened an investigation in the circumstances of the ...

Videos on social media of his concert Saturday show him performing with his microphone in hand when he appears to fall. Heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and broader music industry." The South African rapper Costa Titch died on stage while performing, police said Sunday, as they opened an investigation in the circumstances of the 28-year-old's sudden death.

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South African rapper Costa Titch, 27, dies after collapsing on stage ... (Daily Mail)

Rapper, 27, whose real name was Constantinos Tsobanoglou, cdied after he collapsed on stage while performing at the Ultra Music Festival in Johannesburg on ...

had been playing to adoring fans at the Ultra Music Festival at the Nasrec Expo Centre in Johannesburg on Saturday, 11 March Distressing footage, which MailOnline has chosen not to publish in full, shows the artist tripping over to gasps from the crowd before getting up and finishing his song He had been playing to adoring fans at the Ultra Music Festival at the Nasrec Expo Centre in Johannesburg on Saturday, 11 March. The 27-year-old, whose real name was Constantinos Tsobanoglou, died in hospital after stumbling and then appearing to lose consciousness while performing Distressing footage, which MailOnline has chosen not to publish in full, shows the artist tripping over to gasps from the crowd before getting up and finishing his song. - He had been performing at the Ultra Music Festival in Johannesburg on Saturday

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South African rapper Costa Titch dies after video surfaces of him ... (CNN)

South African rapper Costa Titch died suddenly this weekend, his family said on Instagram, hours after he performed at a music festival.

Tsobanoglou’s song “Big Flexa” made him a star across Africa after it became successful on TikTok. “It is with deep pain that we find ourselves having to acknowledge his passing at this time,” Tsobanoglou’s family said in a post on his Instagram. His rap style combines South Africa’s culture, style and indigenous languages with international rap sub-genres like trap music, which originated in Atlanta’s thriving hip hop scene.

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South African rapper Costa Titch dies after performing at music festival (The Washington Post)

Unverified videos appeared to show Constantinos Tsobanoglou, also known as Costa Titch, collapsing while performing at the Ultra Music Festival in ...

[scheduled to perform](https://ultrasouthafrica.com/lineup/) Saturday night at the Ultra Music Festival in Nasrec, a suburb of Johannesburg. Kiernan Forbes, 35, who went by the stage name AKA, died last month after he was shot outside a restaurant in Durban, on the country’s southeastern coast. It was the second high-profile death in South Africa’s dynamic rap scene in just a few weeks. The statement went on to thank “emergency responders and all those present in his last hours on this earth.” Robbing us of our beloved son, brother and grandson,” read the statement, which was unsigned and posted to Costa Titch’s Instagram account. Videos posted on social media appeared to show Costa Titch slumping forward while performing.

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Costa Titch dead: South African rapper dies aged 28 after ... (Sky News)

Footage on social media showed him appearing to stumble and fall to the ground during his set before being helped to his feet. He continued to perform and ...

He continued to perform and finished his track a few seconds later before falling for a second time. "Death has tragically knocked at our door. He died later in hospital.

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Costa Titch death: Rapper dies aged 28 after 'collapsing on stage' at ... (The Independent)

Footage circulating on social media appears to show rapper collapsing mid-performance at Ultra South Africa.

They continued: “We are thankful for the emergency responders and all those present in his last hours on this earth. “The Tsobanoglou family thanks you for the love and support you have given to our son and may you continue to uplift him, even in spirit.” “Death has tragically knocked at our door robbing us of our beloved son, brother and grandson Constantinos Tsobanoglou who South Africa had come to love and idolise under his stage name Costa Titch,” their statement read.

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South Africa Rapper Costa Titch Dies After Collapsing Onstage (Rolling Stone)

South African rapper Costa Titch died this weekend after collapsing onstage during his performance at Johannesburg's Ultra Music Festival.

Costa was a galvanizing voice amongst South Africa’s amapiano scene – a talented rapper, dancer, songwriter, collaborator and friend to the festival.” The Tsobanoglou family thanks you for the love and support you have given to our son, and may you continue to uplift him even in spirit. Someone rushed out to help the rapper, who briefly regained his footing before collapsing again.

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South Africa Rapper Costa Titch, 28, Dies During Performance (Voice of America)

The artist 'collapsed while he was performing' Saturday evening in the Johannesburg suburb of Nasrec, police said, adding a post-mortem would establish the ...

Heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and broader music industry." Videos on social media of his concert Saturday show him performing with his microphone in hand when he appears to fall. The South African rapper Costa Titch died on stage while performing, police said Sunday, as they opened an investigation into the circumstances of the 28-year-old's sudden death.

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South African rapper Costa Titch dies hours after collapsing during ... (USA TODAY)

South African rapper Costa Titch died hours after he collapsed onstage during a live performance. The rapper was 28. "Death has tragically knocked at our ...

"The Tsobanoglou family thanks you for the love and support you have given to our son, and may you continue to uplift him even in spirit. Titch performed at Ultra South Africa music festival in Johannesburg on Saturday. "It is with deep pain that we find ourselves having to acknowledge his passing at this time."

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Costa Titch: South African rapper, 28, dies after 'collapsing on stage' (Evening Standard)

Family of Costa Titch, whose real name was Constantinos Tsobanoglou, confirmed the sudden death at the weekend in an Instagram post.

He then got up for a few seconds before appearing to collapse again. Tsobanoglou was born in Nelspruit in northeastern South Africa and had had a successful career in dance before becoming a rapper. “Costa was a galvanizing voice amongst South Africa’s amapiano scene – a talented rapper, dancer, singer, songwriter, collaborator and friend to the festival,” the festival said in a statement.

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Costa Titch: the rising white South African rap star who embraced ... (The Conversation Africa)

Costa Titch's death is another blow to South Africa's music scene which is reeling after several high-profile deaths in recent years.

Instead he chose to embrace South Africa’s diversity in unambiguous racial, socio-economic and cultural terms. The country’s townships (low-cost housing projects) created by apartheid spatial planning and informal settlements are [plagued by](https://theconversation.com/idle-and-frustrated-young-south-africans-speak-about-the-need-for-recreational-facilities-176921) drug and alcohol abuse, unemployment and crime. This is evident in Costa Titch’s adoption of the urban township lifestyle and the ebullience that radiates from his ghetto-themed videos. In this way he falls within the bracket of white South Africans who enthusiastically embrace local cultural norms in forging their artistic identities. Here was a white rapper who was fluent in African languages, dressed like an urban hood dweller, danced like the son of a Pantsula (a township street dance characterised by incredible physical flexibility) expert and shot most of his videos drawing heavily on ghetto scenes. [gave hope](https://theconversation.com/the-town-where-hip-hop-is-healing-south-africas-broken-youth-56943) to young South Africans mired in poverty, violence and uncertainty. The young singer had recently [signed](https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/akon-joins-fans-mourning-south-143857004.html) with Akon’s label, Konvict Kulture. This creed brings much optimism in times of national despair and despondency. [believed](https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/akon-joins-fans-mourning-south-143857004.html) that Costa Titch was destined for bigger things and could be a game-changing artist. And black audiences patronise everything from house and Maskandi to rap and soul. He had a huge hit with his track Big Flexa and was destined to shine bright on the country’s music scene. As such, the loss of several respected artists is bound to have significant reverberations.

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South African Rapper Costa Titch Has Died; Cause Of Death (Clash Magazine)

South African rapper Costa Titch has died after collapsing onstage during a festival set. The rapper was performing at Ultra South Africa when the.

“We are thankful for the emergency responders and all those present in his last hours on this earth. The artist – full name Costa Tsobanoglou – was taking part in the event, which was situated at the Nasrec Expo Centre in Footage circulating on social media shows the rapper clearly unwell, before collapsing onstage.

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