During their Saturday show Tshathugodo and Zim Dollar, as they’re commonly known, played a song from Khuzani’s new album, Isipoki Esingafi.
Fans complained that the album was released on Friday yet it was already being played on radio.
They wanted to know why Khuzani’s song was played within hours of its release, whereas other artists’ songs take months to be played.
“Were these fans expecting us to play a particular song? No, it doesn’t work like that. We’re not here to make artists popular,” said Zim Dollar.
Tshatha said they weren’t responsible for the playlist or submission of music.
“In fact, those questions are being directed at the wrong people,” he said.
“Maskandi fans must understand that artists are played on radio according to their popularity.
“If you’re unpopular, you can’t expect to get first preference. The same principle applies to the Comrades Marathon.
“Those with big names always get first preference, and those who’re not known lag behind.”The hosts’ responses angered the fans.
Mnikaziwempuphu Felemntwini Mampinga idadalamazi wrote: “Tshatha, your response was wrong.
You can’t compare the Comrades Marathon to the show you’re presenting…