Celeb Savant

We land in Botswana for this episode of Celeb Savant, as we are joined by singer songwriter Dato Seiko. Dato tells us that in 2016 she realised that music could be her career, and she started consistently releasing covers on social media, which allowed her to garner attention… and the next step was a successful career in the industry creating original music. Instagram - @dato_seiko Facebook - @The...

Having seen South African-born, London-based singer songwriter, Anna Wolf at the Forest Sessions in Johannesburg, the next step was to have her join us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Anna tells us how she started performing at random events, one of which was attended by a record label representative… which led to Anna signing her first record deal at the age of 14 - culminating in a successful c...

After becoming interested in following a journey in the music industry from participating in an aboriginal outreach programme in Australia at the age of 27, we are joined on this episode of Celeb Savant by Australian singer and songwriter, Radical Son. Radical Son explains how he overcame a dependency on alcohol and drugs, to pivot his energy and focus into becoming a successful creator in the mus...

With a multi-decade career that includes being on stage, choreographing, and directing shows on Broadway - plus world tours of shows such as Hello, Dolly!, Chicago, West Side Story and many more… we are joined on this episode of Celeb Savant by American performer, actor, director and journalist Randy Slovacek. Randy's latest journey (which started in 2011), is as a journalist reporting on LGBTQ-re...

From 'Grease', 'Isidingo' and 'The Sound of Music'… to 'Scandal', ‘The Buddy Holly Story' and many more - we’re joined live in studio by South African screen actor and stage performer, Craig Urbani. Craig explains how he has embraced all facets of the acting world, including stage, MC work, musicals, movies and television - culminating in 34 years of success. We also hear about his latest project,...

British musician, writer, photographer and music agent, Mark T Goddard is the guest on this episode of Celeb Savant. Mark tells us about the various aspects of his career, and about his first book, 'Losing Eldorado - Searching for the Soul of America’. Websites - www.marktgoddard.com www.losingeldorado.com Instagram - @marktgoddard @losingeldorado @brothersgoddard Facebook - @mark.goddard.7505 @lo...

After meeting South African singer and songwriter, Zoë Modiga at the listening party for her latest album, 'Nomthandazo', the next step was to find out about her entertainment journey as the guest on this episode of Celeb Savant. Zoë explains how she creates music based on her perception of the experience of life, how she utilises intention when creating music, and much more. This episode of Celeb...

He was given his stage name because it sounded like a magician's name, and his previous manager said he was a magician in the studio. We are joined on this episode of Celeb Savant by Danish techno producer and DJ, Faustix. Faustix explains how he stayed motivated after receiving 499 'nos' from record labels - to eventually being signed by Warner Records, and having multiple songs on the charts. We...

British film and television composer Christopher Barnett is the guest on this episode of Celeb Savant. Christopher explains how after school he became a mechanical engineer, while at the same time shadowing a record producer - and eventually through his inspiration of being the British Quincy Jones, pursued and created a successful career as a composer in the entertainment industry. Website - www....

American writer, advocate and commentator, James Duke Mason is the only grandchild of British actor, James Mason and media personality, Pamela Mason. He is also the only child of American singer Belinda Carlisle and movie producer/White House official, Morgan Mason. James tells us how the influences of his parents, living in Europe as a child, and being part of the LGTBQ+ community allowed him to...

South African content creator, Tadéus, joins us live in the studio on this episode of Celeb Savant. Having created a following on TikTok, resulting in over half a million followers, and leveraging the content to start a career in television and music, we find out how Tadéus made his mark in the entertainment industry. This episode was recorded live in studio at Solid Gold Podcasts, Randburg, Johan...

Bajan, British artist, composer, producer and actor - P.Nology joins Celeb Savant from Amsterdam. We hear how his grandmother helped choose his stage name, the various bands he’s been part of, and about his success in the industry for over 20 years. Instagram - @p.nology Facebook - @Pnology100

We head to Ghana on this episode of Celeb Savant, as we are joined by singer and songwriter, Chayuta. Chayuta explains how her music teacher discovered her talent when she sang for her exam as she could not play the piano, how he convinced her mother to let her pursue a career in music, and how her success has helped her not only achieve her goals, but personal growth too. Instagram - @chayutamusi...

'Where Do You Go, My Lovely' - stay exactly where you are, because on this episode of Celeb Savant, we will be chatting with American singer and songwriter Marty Cintron from No Mercy. Marty tells us where the name No Mercy comes from, and how Frank Farian created the band with Marty, resulting in 30 years of success in the music industry. Website - www.nomercymusik.com Instagram - @nomercymarty F...

With over 10 years as a performer, and having just released his 11th album, we are joined on this episode of Celeb Savant by South African Blues singer, songwriter and musician, Dan Patlansky. Dan shares his musical journey, which includes what he enjoys about performing live, and what motivates him to still create music after being in the industry for over a decade. website - www.danpatlansky.com...

On this episode of Celeb Savant, we are joined by Trinidad-born, UK-based singer, songwriter and producer, Rhian! He tells us that he started singing in church at the age of 4, that his intention with creating music is to connect with people and make them feel happy, and how it took a while for him to feel confident to release his original music. Instagram - @rhiansongs Facebook - @rhiansongs Twit...

Up-and-coming British hip hop/rap artist, Dante Sklaw is the guest on this episode of Celeb Savant. Dante explains how he learnt multiple instruments growing up, how he started out in bands and due to challenges interacting with the band members decided to go solo - leading to his success in the industry. Instagram - @dantesklaw

Known to get you to do the ‘Mokhukhu jive’ - South African gospel singer, Solly Moholo is the guest on this episode of Celeb Savant. Solly details his multi-decade success as part of, and producing, various choirs… and tells us about his latest single, ‘Stop Killing The Police’. Instagram - @sollymoholo_official Facebook - @sollymoholoOfficial

On this episode of Celeb Savant, we are joined live in studio by singer and songwriter Tellaman and DJ, producer, entrepreneur and artist manager DJ Killa Mo. We hear about their respective journeys in the entertainment world, which eventually resulted in them collaborating and making a force to be reckoned with! This episode of Celeb Savant was recorded live in studio at Solid Gold Podcasts in Ra...

‘A jack of all trades and a master of some’ is how the winner of season 1 Vuzu Hustle, South African hip hop artist, Bigstar Johnson describes himself on this episode of Celeb Savant. Bigstar explains how he started out as a drummer in a band performing at various festivals around the country, and how winning the Vuzu Hustle title allowed him to become an industry player. This episode of Celeb Sav...

A new name in the music industry, British singer and songwriter, call me AL joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. We hear the meaning behind her stage name, her journey up to this iteration of her career - which includes music university and being part of a band, Abbie and the Roses, which broke up during Covid. Instagram - @heycallme_al Facebook - @callmecallmeal

On this episode of Celeb Savant, we dive into the world of hip hop with British artist and author, Tierz. We find out the meaning behind his stage name, how collaborating with artists such as Ayo Beatz catapulted his name into the mainstream, and more about his book, ‘Tears Behind the Smile’ based on his personal experience with anxiety and panic attacks. Instagram - @tierz_official_sttp Twitter -...

Ruby and Pete from the Australian pop duo, President Street, return for a second time as guests on this episode of Celeb Savant. We hear what they have been up to since we last spoke to them - which includes why they have been focusing their energy with launching their career in Australia after a successful rollout in the UK, their new music, and much more! Website - www.presidentstreetmusic.com I...

Harry Waterhouse, Simon Appleson and Leon Davies from the British indie, rock and pop band, Victors, join us on this episode of Celeb Savant. We hear how the band chose their name, how they each were inspired by music as kids - eventually leading to them creating the band, which has been successful in the music industry. Instagram - @victorsofficial Facebook - @victorsofficial

Trap is the music genre we are focusing on in this episode of Celeb Savant, as we are joined by upcoming South African trap artist, ThugGuru. We hear how ThugGuru chose his stage name, how he creates his music, and the inspiration behind it. Instagram - @thugguru_official