A-Reece Performs to Empty Seats at Scorpion Kings Live at FNB Stadium
- A-Reece took the stage as an opening act at the Scorpion Kings Live concert at FNB Stadium in Johannesburg on 19 September 2026
- Footage from the event showed large sections of the stadium visibly empty during the Pretoria-born rapper's set
- Fans compared his turnout to Nasty C's performance, which drew a packed and energetic crowd later in the evening
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A video from the Scorpion Kings Live concert at FNB Stadium in Johannesburg has set social media alight, showing A-Reece performing to a stadium that had not yet filled up. The footage, captured from a low-angle stage-side perspective during daylight hours, tells a stark story about timing and placement on the bill.
The concert took place on Saturday, 19 September 2026, and the Pretoria-born rapper was slotted in as one of the opening acts, taking to the stage at around 17:00 while most attendees were still making their way into the venue. By contrast, fellow rapper Nasty C performed later in the evening to a packed house, with the crowd fully energised and singing along to every word.
Timing or talent?
The gap between the two performances quickly became a talking point online. Some fans argued that A-Reece was deliberately placed in an unfavourable slot by the organisers, DJ Maphorisa and Kabza De Small, suggesting the early time was disrespectful to the rapper's stature. Others pointed to a pattern of self-imposed isolation, noting that several artists have publicly said he is difficult to reach and that his reluctance to collaborate has limited his commercial reach compared to peers like Nasty C.
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The debate around whether he simply lacks the radio-friendly anthems required to move a stadium crowd was also front and centre in the comments.
Watch A-Reece performing at the Scorpion Kings Live concert at FNB Stadium in the clip shared on X.
Compare that to Nasty C's show. Watch the snippet as shown by @Lord01 below:
Mzansi reacts to A-Reece's performance
The video sparked strong reactions from fans across the spectrum. Here is what people had to say:
@sthedoingtingss:
"Legend. They sabotaged him by performing early."
@NaturenalaD:
"His songs are boring 😴 no radio hit, no concert hit, just yapping."
@Lami_Nogantshi:
"No matter how you paint it, him performing early and Nasty and Blxckie performing when the stadium was full is a bad look for Reece, and there's no one to blame but himself. This is a lesson to never be too cool for your craft; always put your best foot forward."
@speedyLekitlane:
"You guys think Phori and Kabza are stupid fr. A-Reece is big on the internet; they knew exactly what they were doing. He's not a good performer, nor does he have music for big crowds. Problem is I spoke about this earlier this week & now you see it 😂😂"
@Anza_Musandiwa:
"Making A-Reece Perform At 17:00 Before People Even Arrive Is Pure Disrespectful, DJ Maphorisa & Kabza Need To Take People Seriously, The Scorpion Kings 💔, FACTSSSS!!!!"
Free transport for concertgoers
In a previous report from Briefly News, Gayton McKenzie revealed free shuttle transport at the Scorpion Kings’ FNB Stadium concert, winning praise from Mzansi while sparking funding questions online.
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