Celeb Savant

Formed in 1978 and having global sales of 40 million records, Andy McCluskey from English electronic band Orchestral Manoeuvres in The Dark (OMD) is the guest on this episode of Celeb Savant. Andy explains how they chose the name of the band, and how a dare of a one-off gig led to a successful 45 years in the music industry. Website - www.omd.uk.com Instagram - @omdhq Facebook - @omdofficial Twitt...

Join me and take your ‘Solo Dance’ to the next level as we journey to Denmark on this episode of Celeb Savant to chat to Danish DJ and record producer, Martin Jensen. Martin explains how he started out as a mobile DJ as a teenager, and how at the age of 24 he decided he wanted to create his own music - which led to him selling millions of records and downloads. Website - www.martinjensen.com Insta...

With multiple SAMA and MTV Africa music award nominations under their belt, Russell Grant from South African indie-rock band, Shortstraw is the guest on this episode of Celeb Savant. Russell explains the origin of the band's name, how he joined after it had formed, and what led to continued success for over a decade in the music industry. Website - www.shortstraw.co.za Instagram - @ShortsrawBand F...

Combining music and comedy in his performance is how this guest of Celeb Savant, Kevin Fraser, entertains his audience. Kevin explains how he started out as a DJ, and then based on the feedback of his online videos, he decided to move into comedy. He also explains the inspiration behind it. Website - www.kevinfraserofficial.com Instagram - @kevinfraserofficial Facebook - @kevinfraserofficial Twitt...

Do you know someone who has a disability, and they embrace it to be successful? American deaf singer and songwriter, Mandy Harvey is the guest on this episode of Celeb Savant. Mandy explains that her original focus was music education rather than performance, but she completely lost her hearing during her studies, which redirected her focus to become a successful performer. Website - www.mandyharv...

In this episode of Celeb Savant, we journey to Croatia and sit down with musician, composer, producer, songwriter and DJ, Haris Čustović. Haris explains how he had 4 years in music high school, how he got more involved in music after moving to London, and became successful through wearing various hats in the music industry. Instagram - @harislaus TikTok - @harislaus YouTube - @harislaus

We go behind the scenes on this episode of Celeb Savant, as we speak to South African events and marketing manager, Ceehle Suntele. Ceehle explains how he studied Mechanical Engineering - which transitioned into his current role, and specifically the upcoming first Africa Fest, which will be an annual event of Amapiano music and entertainment. Instagram - @africa_fest @cws__pa Facebook - @Africafe...

Have you ever wondered what your favourite song is about, and what inspired the music video? American-based singer and songwriter, Jann Klose is the guest on Celeb Savant for the second time. This time Jann explains the inspiration behind the acoustic version of his song, ‘All The Way Down’ and why he shot the music video in Mexico. Website - www.jannklose.com Instagram - @jannklose Facebook - @ja...

On this episode of Celeb Savant... we head to Romania as we chat with DJ, composer, producer and Grammy Award winner, Sickotoy. We hear the story behind the name, how he turned his passion for music as a child into becoming a musician touring with different bands at first - to then becoming a successful artist and producer. Instagram - @sickotoy Facebook - @sickotoy.official

Do you know what a Coach Party is? Well it is also the name of a British indie-rock band, and Guy Page from the band is the guest on this episode of Celeb Savant. Guy tells us how he was inspired by a friend to learn to play guitar as a child, how he was friends for years with the rest of the members before they created the band, and how they create music. Website - www.coachparty.ochre.store Inst...

Indie-folk is the genre of music on this episode of Celeb Savant, as David Symes from Australian band Boy & Bear joins us as the guest. Dave explains the origin of the band’s name, their creative process and how he processes music when listening to it. Website - www.boyandbear.com Instagram - @boyandbear Facebook - @boyandbear Twitter - @boyandbear

South African singer, songwriter and musician Werner Bekker joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Werner explains how he convinced his parents to allow him to completely focus on music when finishing school, and his creative process as he navigates different genres when recording music. Instagram - @wernerbekkermusic Facebook - @wernerbekkermusic Twitter - @WernerBekker_

Hit the rave and grab your dance shoes as we speak to British DJ, producer and entertainment lawyer, Judge Jules! Judge Jules explains how he started DJing while promoting illegal parties while studying law, how he got his alias, and what it takes to be successful in the industry for multiple decades. Website - www.judgejules.net Instagram - @realjudgejules Facebook - @judgejules Twitter - @RealJu...

It’s time to tickle your funny bone as we dive into the world of being a stand-up comedian with Los Angeles-based comic, Will Burkart. Will explains how he loved making friends laugh at school, that he moved to LA to pursue comedy after finishing film school, and what the steps are in becoming a successful comedian. Website - www.thewillburkart.com Instagram - @willburkart @willbpodcast Facebook -...

Trinidad-born and UK-based reggae singer and songwriter, Kojo Rigault joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Kojo explains that he joined a successful boy band in Trinidad, that moved to London after signing a record deal. This led to him staying in the UK, working as a solo artist and behind the scenes as an A&R scout in the music industry. Instagram - @kojosound Facebook - @kojosound Twitter...

Jean-Paul 'Bluey' Maunick and the British band Incognito recently performed at the Johannesburg 2023 DStv Delicious Festival, and Bluey spoke to Celeb Savant prior to the performance. He explains the reason behind the name Incognito, why he carries on performing after being in the industry for multiple decades, and much more. Website - www.incognito.london Instagram - @incognito_world Facebook - @...

‘First impressions are lasting impressions’ is how Cuban American actor, columnist, blogger, singer and podcast host Perez Hilton understands how he hurt people when he first started reporting on the entertainment industry. We dive into his journey by finding out why he chose his stage name, when he became the internet’s first ‘influencer’, and nearly 20 years of success. Website - www.perezhilton...

Do you know what an ‘influencer’ does? Durban-based fashion model, actor and influencer, Naliyani Uma explains what it means to be one. She shares how she started her journey as a model, which led her to become an actress and influencer... and we hear how she balances having multiple pursuits in the entertainment industry. Instagram - @naliyani @thalkichai Facebook - @naliyani.uma08 Twitter - @nal...

If you try to walk away you will stumble, because you will want to stay with us for this episode of Celeb Savant, as we speak to American Grammy and Brit award-winning singer and songwriter, Macy Gray. Macy tells us how she started performing at the age of 22, why she thought she would never be successful, but rather more of an underground artist… and then success came! Website - www.macygrayworld...

Grab your dancing shoes as we ‘Bamboleo’ and ‘Volare’ with French musicians, singers and songwriters, Tonino Baliardo and Vincent Patrac (Lukas) from Gipsy Kings. With translation by Sebastien Ziane, the guys tell us about how they grew up with a passion of music, as well as why they still love performing live and creating music. Website - www.toninobaliardo.com Instagram - @gipsykingsofficial Fac...

I am going to ‘wake you up before you go-go’, as we dive into the entertainment world with award-winning British graphic designer, producer and screenwriter, Simon Halfon. Simon explains how a chance encounter with The Clash’s right hand man, Kosmo Vinyl, led to working in the mailroom at Stiff Records. He developed his career by designing album covers - working closely with George Michael, Oasis...

On this episode of Celeb Savant, Johni Holiday from South African band Ruff Majik explains how the band got together, where the name Ruff Majik comes from, and how transitioning from punk to rock music led to the band's continued success. Website - www.ruffmajik.com Instagram - @ruffmajik Facebook - @ruffmajik Twitter - @ruff_majik

Recent music collaborators - Dutch DJ and producer, Martin Garrix and South African singer and songwriter, Lloyiso - are the guests on this episode of Celeb Savant. The guys tells us how the collaboration came to be, each of their creative processes, and why they love making music. Martin Garrix Website - www.martingarrix.com Instagram - @martingarrix Facebook - @martin.garrix Twitter - @martingar...

Indian-born, Berlin-raised and UK-based… music producer, musician, and songwriter Hannah V joins Celeb Savant live in studio. Hannah tells us about starting out as a jazz musician, learning her craft at The Royal Academy of Music in London, which led to her becoming a session musician - touring the world with the likes of Rihanna, Jessie J and Jason Derulo. After being signed to Sony to a producti...

South African music and lyric composer, rapper, chanter, producer, vocalist and actress - Undefynd joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. We hear where the name and spelling of Undefynd comes from, how she started out as a backing vocalist until she decided to take the lead, and about her creative process. Instagram - @undefyndmusiq Facebook - @undefyndmusiq