Music PoliTricks

Award-winning DJ, producer and entrepreneur, DJ Kotin sheds light on how he started his independent record label, the challenges that come with running a business in music and some of the losses. It gets tricky running a record label as an artist and he gives insight on that as well as how gqom as a genre could have done better. He details his journey and how he taught Sithelo Shozi to deejay and...

In this informative and educational episode of Music PoliTricks, Stanley Khoza joins host and award-winning broadcaster, Boo-c Queen of Pitori to speak on his role as Vice-President at the Association of Independent Record Companies (AIRCO) and Chairperson at the Moshito Music Conference. He speaks on the great role that Moshito has on the overall music industry and how AIRCO develops artists thro...

Multi-platinum international reggae artist Don Dada shares how he managed to be the first South African musician to be distributed by Tuff Gong International, which is owned by the Jamaican Marley family. As the most influential reggae artist in mzansi, he also speaks on the state of the genre in the country.

Basetsana Kolwane takes the hot seat to share her notable come up story which took her from Idols Season 13, to immediately performing on the same stage as Anthony Hamilton. Her first studio experience took place with Vuyo Manyike aka Ruff who is popular for producing most of Sjava's work, thereafter, she was featured on Prince Kaybee's project and shortly after that, she created a hit song with M...

Leputla Thamahane is not only obsessed with music but vinyl culture is something he carries with him in all aspects of his life. As a collector, a "DJ" and a vinyl entrepreneur, Leputla gives our host Boo-c Queen of Pitori a better understanding of what the vinyl culture in South Africa looks like. His vinyl shop, Oh One One Vinyl ships 250-300 vinyl every month, he tells us more about this as wel...

DJ, music producer and DJ teacher, Lebza the Villain shares his journey in the music industry and the impact of radio. He details the DJ culture in South Africa and how mzansi chooses to handle the craft that deserves to be exported throughout the world. The Zee Nation Fest took place for the first time this year and it's evident that the world class event will be happening again and as the music...

Global sensation, Nomina takes us on her birth journey in Zimbabwe, growing up in Botswana and being based in Germany. Her career as a musician saw her grab the attention of Sean Paul, Sean Kingston and an international organisation, the United Nations (the U.N) as an ambassador. Nomina shares gems on how to be in the right spaces and how to go from looking up to your idols to working with them.

Award-winning music producer, DJ, and sound engineer Chymamusique details his journey from an Analytical Chemistry student to one of the most sought-after DJs and producers in South Africa. He shares how he got into the music industry and became the 'go-to guy' for mixing and mastering numerous artists' music across genres.

From project manager to CEO and Producer of one of the most important festivals in South Africa, Mantwa Chinoamadi shares details about her journey and her clients when she started, including Brenda Fassie, Jonas Gwangwa, and Queen. In this conversation, she goes down memory lane with us on how the Joy of Jazz was started, her role in the bigger picture, and how she empowers young jazz musicians a...

Music teacher, marimba specialist and percussionist, Locx Mmileng takes us on a journey about how he ventured into music. He has always loved the marimba and as he grew in the industry, the passion to teach developed. He eventually taught himself percussion which saw him perform in numerous countries with amazing superstars. Locx details the importance of music education especially for artists and...

Botlhale Phora speaks on Idols SA, SA's Got Talent, The Voice SA and the general stance of TV talent show competitions in SA and payola. He also details the Prince Kaybee saga and how he managed to manoeuvre challenging situations throughout his career.

Culture shaper and culture economist, Kutloano 'Da Kruk' Nhlapo delves into how he entered the entertainment industry and how he got into radio. As the owner of the 'amapiano' trademark, he explains the importance of that as well as his role in commercialising the sound in South Africa, the U.K. and the world.

Brand manager, Calvin Merci details how he came into the picture to help build the Robot Boii brand. He shares the importance of music content, particularly amapiano, in solidifying the brand and surpassing local and international borders. Intention from the very beginning is everything and Calvin Merci tells it all.

Legendary broadcaster, DJ and serial entrepreneur, DJ Sbu takes us on a journey of when it started, and how he grew in the music industry to where he is now. He details his early days of music and radio, how the iconic label, TS Records was started and lessons for artists based on his experience and his biggest song, Remember When it Rained which he still gets no money or royalties for, to this da...

Super producer DJ Pru Luv speaks about her journey in the industry from being an IT professional to a radio content producer and DJ. She details how her first job as a content producer was on South Africa's biggest drive radio show, The Touch Down on Metro FM and the challenges that came with that. Mental illnesses came by unexpectedly and she gets into how she manages to be in the music industry...

From street busking to working with Grammy Award-winning artist, Black Coffee who left his penthouse to go and watch him play, to making music with DJ Maphorisa; Phila Dlozi has a solid track record. He shares personal details about his journey as well as the beauties and challenges that come with it. Philza Dlozi is destined for greatness and you are welcome to be inspired from this conversation.

Global superstar, Moonchild Sanelly, tells all about being big in South Africa but bigger as a global artist. She explains her experience working with Beyonce, one of the most important things she was taught by a band member of Die Antwoord and the professionalism of being a musician in South Africa.

Celebrity stylist, Savage Stylist speaks on being Akon's stylist, the importance of image as a musician, her unhappiness about Uncle Waffles' music video where it is alleged that outfits from her latest music video are from China Mall, Tyla's success and her powerful image and a lot more!

Veteran journalist and Communications Manager at RiSA, Lesley Mofokeng shares highlights of his journey, and interviews he's had with superstars such as Quincy Jones, Brenda Fassie, Tevin Campbell, Yvonne Chaka Chaka and he details how Miriam Makeba cooked him a delicious buffet. As the Communications Manager of RiSA, he speaks on the SA Charts and how the judging system works for the biggest awar...

Marketing and PR strategist, Bulie Nazo, speaks on being a PR manager for numerous popular artists including Okmalumkoolkat and Mobi Dixon, her influence on several hit songs and her PR company. She also gives artists advice on how they can improve their brands and get their music to the next level.

Local and international event promoter, Mizz Cofii details the complexities of being an event promoter, how she goes about booking guests and gives information on the local scene vs the international scene. The impact of social media stars also gets discussed as she explains how it all works.

Lesotho superstar, Malome Vector chats to Boo-c Queen of Pitori on his journey from the day he landed in South Africa courtesy of Ambitiouz Entertainment, the contract from the record label and his journey on starting his record label, The Whole Time Entertainment. He shares insightful details on his challenges as an independent artist and how he's creating opportunities for artists like Lizwi Wok...

Red Garden is a ghost producer who has made creations for numerous artists around the world, he speaks to Boo-c Queen of Pitori about the industry, and how he has been able to make money and enter the global space.

Siyanda Ntshanga is one of the most sought-after artist managers in South Africa and has played a major influence in the careers of amazing hip-hop acts around the country. In this conversation, he speaks on the business side of being an artist manager, losing an artist, working with the work of a deceased artist and the process of remuneration as an artist manager.

Drum Pope is an award-winning, multi-platinum selling producer that works under the Kalawa Jazzmee stable. He has produced countless hits and in this conversation, he speaks to Boo-c Queen of Pitori about working at Kalawa, the music business and his attempt at a Guinness World Record.