Si Sessions Podcast: Recent Episodes
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The Si Sessions Podcast engages in thought provoking and entertaining conversation about music and the wider entertainment industry, with a focus on the makers and shakers in the house music community.
To keep up with all the great content and to get in touch with the Bae DJ, check out the website: www.sijones.co.za
Produced for Si Jones by LOTv Productions, a division of Liyon Media.
Welcome to our first episode of the year, featuring Andile Mathobela aka The Journalist DJ! So much to catch up on, from the current climate in SA at the moment with elections around the corner. We explore the intersection politics and entertainment, what it means for artists, their brands, and how to navigate the complexity. We also touch on the recently held Grammy Awards (the Grammys) for 2024, and so much more.
Comments are welcome! Let’s discuss.
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house.
Si Jones Business Email (BOOKINGS/ENQUIRIES/ FEATURES):
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Production (Episode/Session 46)
Recorded on: 23 February 2024
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho Magangana ; Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording: Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media) ; Godfrey Kadzere (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Editing: Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Special thank you: The Journalist DJ
Intro/Outro Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
SiSessions
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King Schwarz is back! On this episode, we recap on the events of the year in 2023, the good, bad and shocking. Join in on the conversation mates & HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!
Comments are welcome! Let’s discuss.
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house.
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Production (Episode/Session 45)
Recorded on: 2 October 2023
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho Magangana ; Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Special thank you: King Schwarz.
Intro/Outro Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
SiSessions
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DJ and festival organiser, Kyle O’Brien aka Kyle OBR, joins us for this edition of the Si Sessions Podcast. We get an insight on his career, his life as a festival organiser and more. He also details the business side of events, promotors, venues, industry professionals, funding and sponsors.
Strong and varying opinions are shared in this episode. Don't be shy to share yours with us.
Comments are welcome! Let’s discuss.
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house.
Si Jones Business Email (BOOKINGS/ENQUIRIES/ FEATURES):
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Check out the Si Sessions Apple Music Playlist:
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Production (Episode/Session 44)
Recorded on: 8 November 2023
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho Magangana ; Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Special thank you: Kyle OBR and Hotboxed.
Intro/Outro Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
SiSessions
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Dafro, producer, DJ and remixer, joins us for a wide ranging conversation about the SA house music scene. He details his journey, as well as intersections with legendary names such as Da Capo, Vinny Da Vinci and Tim White, together with House Afrika.
Strong and varying opinions are shared in this episode. Don't be shy to share yours with us.
Comments are welcome! Let’s discuss.
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house.
Si Jones Business Email (BOOKINGS/ENQUIRIES/ FEATURES):
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Check out the Si Sessions Apple Music Playlist:
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Production (Episode/Session 43)
Recorded on: 11 October 2023
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho Magangana ; Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Special thank you: Dafro and Venoma Musike.
Intro/Outro Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
SiSessions
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On this episode, we are joined by DJ and producer, DJ Thabi Thabs. The conversation is...female or up and coming entertainers and their "entitlement" nowadays. she also shares about the social media trolls on her single SHEMBE. Thoughts and comments are always welcome! Lets close off women's month the right way.Strong opinions are shared and challenged in this episode so feel free to share yours.Comments are welcome! Let’s discuss.
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house.
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Production (Episode/Session 42)
Recorded on: 5 August 2023
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho Magangana ; Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Special thank you: 86 Public Ferndale. Dj Thabithabs.
Intro/Outro Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
SiSessions
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On this episode, we are joined by DJ and culture curator DA KRUK who shares his broadcast journey, thoughts around commercialising Amapiano and music industry success tips. Opinions are challenged in this episode so feel free to share yours.Comments are welcome! Let’s discuss.
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house.
Si Jones Business Email (BOOKINGS/ENQUIRIES/ FEATURES):
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Production (Episode/Session 41)
Recorded on: 22 July 2023
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho Magangana ; Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Special thank you: 86 Public Ferndale. Da Kruk.
Intro/Outro Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
SiSessions
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On this episode, we’re coming to you live from the Pod Party! Join in the conversations about the state of deep house music in South Africa as producer and DJ KVRVBO shares his views on “deep house lite”…
Shout out to Jameson for helping us put the Pod Party together.
Comments are welcome! Let’s discuss.
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house.
Si Jones Business Email (BOOKINGS/ENQUIRIES/ FEATURES):
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Check out the Si Sessions Apple Music Playlist:
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Production
Recorded on: 3 June 2023
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho Magangana ; Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Special thank you: Perere, Midrand. KVRVBO.
Intro/Outro Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
SiSessions
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[Part 3] We conclude our ARMC Special Edition Episodes with this exciting panel conversation brought to you by @AfricaRisingMusicConference ft Da Kruk, Mzi Kaka, Samantha Mogwe, moderated by Si Jones.
Comments are welcome! Let’s discuss.
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house.
Si Jones Business Email (BOOKINGS/ENQUIRIES/ FEATURES):
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Check out the Si Sessions Apple Music Playlist:
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Production
Recorded on: 24 May 2023
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho Magangana ; Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Special thank you: Da Kruk. Mzi Kaka. Samantha Mogwe. Africa Rising Music Conference.
Intro/Outro Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
SiSessions
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[Part 2] On this Episode, we are coming to you live from the Africa Rising Music Conference where we got to meet and chat with dance music producer and DJ, El Mukuka. Lets get to know him and what he's about a little.
Share with us what you've noticed/noted about the hip hop and dance music scenes in SA down below
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house.
Si Jones Business Email (BOOKINGS/ENQUIRIES/ FEATURES):
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Production
Recorded on: 24 May 2023
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho Magangana ; Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Special thank you: Michie Zambias Sweetheart. Africa Rising Music Conference.
Intro/Outro Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
SiSessions
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[Part 1] On this episode, we got to connect with fabulous Zambian media personality, Michie Zambia's Sweetheart at the Africa Rising Music Conference.
Share with us what you've noticed/noted about the hip hop and dance music scenes in SA down below.
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house.
Si Jones Business Email (BOOKINGS/ENQUIRIES/ FEATURES):
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Production
Recorded on: 24 May 2023
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho Magangana ; Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Special thank you: Michie Zambias Sweetheart. Africa Rising Music Conference.
Intro/Outro Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
SiSessions
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On this episode, we decided it's time to compare the dance music versus the hip hop scene in South Africa. How do we feel it's going? And the experiences that have shaped that view.
Share with us what you've noticed/noted about the hip hop and dance music scenes in SA down below.
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house.
Si Jones Business Email (BOOKINGS/ENQUIRIES/ FEATURES):
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Check out the Si Sessions Apple Music Playlist:
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Production
Recorded on: 26 March 2023
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho Magangana ; Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Special thank you: Fif_Laaa
Intro/Outro Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
SiSessions
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Si Jones is joined by professional DJ, music producer, event curator and promoter, Pablo Lundall. They talk about the music and entertainment industry in SA and why it sometimes sucks to be in it.
Leave your comments down below. A lot to unpack
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house.
Si Jones Business Email (BOOKINGS/ENQUIRIES/ FEATURES):
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Production
Recorded on: 23 March 2023
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho Magangana ; Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Special thank you: Weston & Engine
Intro/Outro Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
SiSessions
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Gather round ALL musicians this is for you! On this episode, we are joined by MOTI (Masters of the Industry) founder, Munya Chanetsa. He shares with us some of the reasons why music artists in SA are not making money, and why many of our favourite artists stay complaining and crying about “not making money”.
It’s a loaded chat…comments are welcome so enjoy!
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house.
Si Jones Business Email (BOOKINGS/ENQUIRIES/ FEATURES):
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Check out the Si Sessions Apple Music Playlist:
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Production
Recorded on: 9 February 2023
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho Magangana ; Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Special thank you: Masters of the Industry (MOTI)
Intro/Outro Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
SiSessions
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On this episode, we say hello to 2023! We talk about what's happening on the socials about the music and entertainment industry WORLDWIDE. Share your opinions with us!
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house. Tell us what you think of this episode in the comments.
Si Jones Business Email (BOOKINGS/ENQUIRIES/ FEATURES):
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Production
Recorded on: 25 January 2023
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho Magangana ; Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Intro/Outro Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
SiSessions
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On this episode, Si Jones is joined by UK based DJ and Sondela Records A&R. Chats and gags are all about his journey and the UK industry vs the SA Music industry.
Sef is a Tanzanian DJ based in the UK. He has been following the SA house music scene for more than a decade is now frequents the country quite regularly.
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house. Tell us what you think of this episode in the comments.
Si Jones Business Email (BOOKINGS/ENQUIRIES/ FEATURES):
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Check out the Si Sessions Apple Music Playlist:
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Production
Recorded on: 7 December 2022
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho Magangana ; Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Special thank you: Sef Kombo; Sondela Records
Intro/Outro Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
SiSessions
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I said I would do a mix with some of the new music I'm listening to, so here you go.
Tracklist:
Bokkieult ft AATMAN - More Piya
Bokkieult - Nashaa
KGZOO - Yaga Kopoy
Zukar ft Bukeka - Izulu (Atmos Blaq Remix)
Chopstar - Faded Mpumi - Busa (Enoo Napa remix)
Kususa - Bonukuhle
Morda & VANCO ft Xelimpilo - Xele
Drega, Thandi Draai - isFeb
Caiiro - Shake shake
Kususa - Danger Zone
Shimza - General prayer
HUGE THANKS to Varietate Enterprise for hooking us up with sound. The setup and more is available to book just hit my comments :)
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house. Tell us what you think of this episode in the comments.
Si Jones Business Email (BOOKINGS/ENQUIRIES/ FEATURES):
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Check out the Si Sessions Apple Music Playlist:
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Production
Recorded on: 19 November 2022
Recorded at: Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho Magangana ; Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Special thank you: Varietate Enterprise
Intro/Outro Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
SiSessions
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You asked and now its time to deliver. Si Jones finally reviews some of your favourite and latest releases. She shares some of the music that you need to get your hands on! This is an ALBUMS ONLY review by the way.
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house. Tell us what you think of this episode in the comments.
Si Jones Business Email (BOOKINGS/ENQUIRIES/ FEATURES):
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Production
Recorded on: 5 November 2022
Recorded at: OhMi Restro Bar, Rivonia, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho Magangana ; Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Special thank you: OhMi Restro Bar, Rivonia
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
SiSessions
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On this episode, we are joined by DJ, producer and creative, Lebza TheVillain. We chat about the dynamic of evolving as a musician and going hard for your brand.
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house. Tell us what you think of this episode in the comments.
Si Jones Business Email (BOOKINGS/ENQUIRIES/ FEATURES):
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Production
Recorded on: 1 October 2022
Recorded at: OhMi Restro Bar, Rivonia, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho Magangana ; Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Special thank you: Lebza TheVillain, OhMi Restro Bar, Rivonia
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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On this episode, we are joined by DJ Fortee who shares his music journey, thoughts around the entertainment industry and details around his latest album release - Decade.
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house. Tell us what you think of this episode in the comments.
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Production
Recorded on: Saturday 3 September 2022
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho Magangana ; Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Special thank you: DJ Fortee, OhMi Restro Bar, Rivonia
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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On this episode, we are joined by music manager and founder of Surreal Sounds, Swizz. He shares secrets and insight on managing big artists like Da Capo, KUSUSA, and Karyendasoul's music.
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house. Tell us what you think of this episode in the comments.
Si Jones Business Email (BOOKINGS/ENQUIRIES/ FEATURES):
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Production
Recorded on: Saturday 6 August 2022
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho Magangana ; Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Special thank you: Swizz, Surreal Sounds, OhMi Restro Bar, Rivonia
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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This is one of our favourite Sessions so far. On this episode we are joined by DJ Buhle. She shares with us her spiritual gift, journey in music and the experience of starting a new record label, Bezulu Records World Wide.
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house. Tell us what you think of this episode in the comments.
Si Jones Business Email (BOOKINGS/ENQUIRIES/ FEATURES):
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Production
Recorded on: Saturday 2 July 2022
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho Magangana ; Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Special thank you: DJ Buhle, Bezulu Records World Wide, OhMi Restro Bar, Rivonia
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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On this episode, we are joined by DJ and artist, Menzi XL. He shares his story on alcohol abuse and things artists won't publicly tell you about the darker side of being in entertainment.
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house. Tell us what you think of this episode in the comments.
Si Jones Business Email (BOOKINGS/ENQUIRIES/ FEATURES):
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Production
Recorded on: Saturday 4 June 2022
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho Magangana ; Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media) ; Godfrey Kadzere (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Special thank you: Menzi XL, OhMi Restro Bar, Rivonia
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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On this episode Si is joined by DJ and producer, King Schwarz, who runs an independent record label called Vitamin Deep Recordings.
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house. Tell us what you think of this episode in the comments.
Si Jones Business Email (BOOKINGS/ENQUIRIES/ FEATURES):
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Production
Recorded on: Saturday 7 May 2022
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho Magangana ; Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media) ; Godfrey Kadzere (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Special thank you: King Schwarz, Vitamin Deep Recordings, OhMi Restro Bar, Rivonia
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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On this episode, Si Jones is joined by DJ and artist, Skindeep. It's a loaded chat, so get ready to share on our unpopular music industry opinions.
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house. Tell us what you think of this episode in the comments.
Si Jones Business Email (BOOKINGS/ENQUIRIES/ FEATURES):
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Production
Recorded on: Saturday 2 April 2022
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho Magangana ; Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Special thank you: Skindeep
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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On this episode of the Si Sessions Podcast, we catch up with Soulful house music producer and DJ Edsoul. We get to know him better as he paints to us his journey in music and how "staying in your lane" has gone for him.
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house. Tell us what you think of this episode in the comments.
Si Jones Business Email (BOOKINGS/ENQUIRIES/ FEATURES):
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Production
Recorded on: Saturday 19 March 2022
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho Magangana ; Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Special thank you: DJ Edsoul
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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On this episode we hat with producer & Dj, Da Africa Deep. He shares with us his journey since signing with Black Coffee's agency, Soulistic. He also talk to us about his life in music since he was a teen.
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house. Tell us what you think of this episode in the comments.
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Production
Recorded on: Saturday 26 February 2022
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho Magangana ; Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Special thank you: Da Africa Deep ; Soulistic Agency
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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On this episode, Si Jones catches up with Andile Mathobela, journalist and co-founder of entertainment platform, Zkhiphani. Popularly known as The Journalist DJ, he shares his thoughts on the state of house music in SA. The discussion mainly focuses on recapping the year in music for 2021.
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house. Tell us what you think of this episode in the comments.
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Production
Recorded on: Thursday 20 January 2022
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho Magangana ; Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Special thank you: The Journalist DJ
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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On this episode, Si Jones is joined by DJ Ludz and Sandy, two female DJ's in SA.They discuss and share the reality of being female and a DJ in the SA music and entertainment industry.
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house. Tell us what you think of this episode in the comments.
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Production
Recorded on: 30 October 2021
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho 'Si Jones' Magangana ; Mudiwa 'MobbJustice' Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa 'MobbJustice' Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Special thank you: DJ Ludz and Sandy
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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On this episode, Si Jones is joined by Business owners, event organisers and (ex) promoters Solenzo and Xhanti. They discuss the disconnect between artists and promoters in South Africa and why there's all this promoter hate in the country.
Drop any questions you might have. Happy Learning & Enjoy.
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house.
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Production
Recorded on: 23 October 2021
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho 'Si Jones' Magangana ; Mudiwa 'MobbJustice' Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa 'MobbJustice' Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Special thank you: Solenzo and Xanti
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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On this episode, we catch up with legendary Producer and Dj, Miza. We talk to him about the industry, how he came close to quitting music and of course much, much more.
Drop any questions you might have. Happy Learning & Enjoy.
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house.
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Production
Recorded on: 18 September 2021
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho 'Si Jones' Magangana ; Mudiwa 'MobbJustice' Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa 'MobbJustice' Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Special thank you: Miza
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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On this episode, we meet with afro house producer and DJ, G-Wash10. We talk to him about his life in music, entertainment and a whole lot more.
Drop any questions you might have. Happy Learning & Enjoy.
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house.
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Production
Recorded on: 14 August 2021
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho 'Si Jones' Magangana ; Mudiwa 'MobbJustice' Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa 'MobbJustice' Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Special thank you: G-Washington (G-Wash10)
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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On this episode, Si Jones is joined by DJ and producer, DJ Mzu, together with the managing director (MD) of Key Music, Mlu Sibiya. They discuss hot topics in the music industry and things that people in the music industry have been saying. You get the real uncensored tea about the music industry Drop any questions you might have. Happy Learning & Enjoy.
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house.
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Production
Recorded on: 17 July 2021
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho 'Si Jones' Magangana ; Mudiwa 'MobbJustice' Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa 'MobbJustice' Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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On this episode, we have a conversation about licensing in South Africa with CAPASSO's chief operations officer, Wiseman Ngubo. Known as "Wyzee" from his radio and DJ days, he takes us through music licensing in South Africa, how things work from their side of the publishing spectrum, as well as going through the mechanics of making sure that artists and musicians are paid for their work.
If you want to learn more about how it all works, here's what you need to know.
CAPASSO, which stands for The Composers, Authors and Publishers Association is a mechanical rights licensing agency based in Johannesburg, South Africa. It collects and distributes royalties to its members, made up primarily by music publishers and composers.
Drop any questions you might have, Happy Learning & Enjoy.
We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house.
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Production
Recorded on: 4 June 2021
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Producers: Sinesipho 'Si Jones' Magangana ; Mudiwa 'MobbJustice' Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa 'MobbJustice' Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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Meet Dalton Blxck. A young talent from South Jozi. We talk to him about his life growing up ekasi and his latest music offering, the "Ubumina EP".
If you have any comments for him, leave them down below. We’re all about the music here in the Si Sessions house.
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Production
Recorded on: 17 April 2021
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa 'MobbJustice' Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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On this episode of the Si Sessions, Si Jones gets up close and personal with dynamic House music DJ and production duo, Deep Narratives.
We get to know them more, inside and outside of music, their personal lives and how they came to become Deep Narratives. Their sound is so different and today we get to know why. ENJOY!
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Production
Recorded on: 14 January 2021
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa 'MobbJustice' Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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On this episode, Si jones is joined by fellow DJ, radio and television personality, Sands. They have a light hearted, yet deep and interesting catch up on what's currently going on in the South African entertainment industry.
They also comment on the latest album releases and also reveal whose music drops you should look out for.
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Production
Recorded on: 11 March 2021
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa 'MobbJustice' Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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On the second episode of the Si Sessions Podcast, we meet fresh talented vocalist, Buhle Womculo. While getting to know her, we talk to her about her decision to start making music, how the journey has been and her debut EP "Lungisa Umsamo".
We also get a taste of what to expect from her EP as she shares serenades us with her beautiful voice, as well as hearing from her produce Zipheko - an alumni of the podcast - about their working relationship.
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Production
Recorded on: 23 January 2021
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa 'MobbJustice' Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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2021 is here, but before we can start a new year, it's a must that we recap on the previous one.
In this episode, Si Jones recaps some house music releases from 2020, and shares music which stood out for her in 2020. She also calls on some of her friends in the industry - DJ's Skindeep, Ludz, Vanco & Bekzin Terris - to reflect and share their views on how the last year went, and what projects stood out for them in house music.
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Production
Recorded on: 23 January 2021
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa 'MobbJustice' Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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For the last episode of the podcast for the year, we’ve got DJ and producer - Vanco - talking about his life, career in music, entertainment and his latest EP called Memories.
Hope that you are all having a wonderful festive season. Though it has been a difficult year for many of us, we’re hopeful and looking forward to a better year ahead.
Be sure to look for more great episodes and content from Si Sessions in 2021.
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Production
Recorded on: Saturday 31 October 2020
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa 'MobbJustice' Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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On this episode I have a conversation with Gino Brown about how the industry has been for him, we talk about his earlier collaboration on hit song, Shayi numba and we talk about his Latest project "LALELA" where he gives us insight on the emotional side of what he put into the project.
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Production
Recorded on: Saturday 21 November 2020
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa 'MobbJustice' Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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On this episode, I dive into Heavy K’s new album to see whether it's worth all our time or not. Heavy K has been a heavyweight in the music industry for years so it is A MUST that I pay homage to his new album by giving you the full, unsolicited, and uncensored review.
What does Heavy K have in store for us in 2020?! Listen to the album with me, and feel free to tell me what you think.
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Production
Recorded on: Tuesday 25 August 2020
Recorded at: Northriding, Randburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa 'MobbJustice' Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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We catch up with producer and DJ, Bekzin Terris. Our conversation is around life, music and upcoming releases. You even get to see a much "quirkier" side to him.
Check it out and tell us what you think.
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Production
Recorded on: Saturday 15 August 2020
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa 'MobbJustice' Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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In this edition, Si Jones reviews Babes Wodumo's new album "Idando Kazi". The question is simple: is it worth your time? Check out the podcast for the answer.
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Production
Recorded on: Sunday 23 August 2020
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa 'MobbJustice' Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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In this edition, Si Jones is joined by special guest, ZiPheko Mthombeni. The Bae DJ has a wide ranging chat with ZiPheko, a producer, song writer, DJ and acoustic finger style guitarist, about his music, journey, life and business.
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Production
Recorded on: Saturday 18 July 2020
Recorded at: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa 'MobbJustice' Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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In this edition, we're learning about music publishing in South Africa.
Si Jones chats with Gavin Green, founder of Founder at PLAN "A" Music Services about the ins and outs of the music business for recording artists. If you want to learn a little something about how music publishing works, this video is just for you.
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Production
Recorded on: Sunday 31 May 2020
Recorded at: Northriding, Randburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa 'MobbJustice' Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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In this edition, Si Jones is commenting and reacting to new music. It's been more than 5 weeks of lockdown in South Africa. I felt that this was a good time to give you a heads up on some new tunes and sounds that I've been listening to during this time. We all need some good music to keep us sane.
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Production
Recorded on: Saturday 25 April 2020
Recorded at: Northriding, Randburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa 'MobbJustice' Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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In this edition, Si Jones is joined by special guest, Tribe Franko.
I felt that we had to have a conversation with one of my faves - Tribe Franko - since he just dropped "Kabutira" his latest offering. We talk about his process for making music, what defines his sound, the vision for Kabutira and plans for the future.
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Production
Recorded on: Saturday 21 March 2020
Recorded at: Northriding, Randburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa 'MobbJustice' Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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Si Jones takes time to acknowledge, react and review some of 2019's notable South Africa house music moments, together with an outlook for the year to come.
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Production
Recorded on: Saturday 1 February 2020
Recorded at: Northriding, Randburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa 'MobbJustice' Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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Si Jones welcomes you all to the Si Sessions Podcast. The Bae DJ gives us a preview of what the show is about, what to expect and the importance of showcasing young producers.
Be sure to follow, like and subscribe as we keep you updated with the happenings in the world of Si Jones.
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Production
Recorded on: Saturday 1 February 2020
Recorded at: Northriding, Randburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Host: Si Jones
Recording and Editing: Mudiwa 'MobbJustice' Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media)
Background Music:
Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi
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