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Si Sessions Podcast
by Si Jones ZA
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.zaProduced for Si Jones by LOTv Productions, a division of Liyon Media.
Episodes
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Episode 49 | 2024 Recap, Chris Brown, Kaytranada, Soulection, Spotify, 2025 Outlook and more
We are back again with a whole new episode of the Podcast…Everything is on the table so if we’ve missed something, let us know. 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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Episode 48 (Full) Up Close and Personal With Jazzuelle
We finally get up close and personal with Jazzuelle, one of South Africa's most prominent and sought after producers and DJs. A house music veteran, we dive into his journey in the industry, navigating finances, conquering international markets, the place of mentors and how to handle romantic...
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Episode 47 (Full) Musiq Monks - Peeling back the layers
What’s up family, we finally get to catch up with one of our favourite duo’s, Musiq Monks. We know the “Die Hard” Musiq Monks Supporters may know a thing or 2 about them but on this episode, we’ve come to reveal a whole lot more about them as we get to know them more. Audio Disclaimer: As you’ve...
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Episode 46 (Full) Elections, DJ's, 3 Step, Grammys, Tyla & more ft The Journalist DJ
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…
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S04 Ep11 (Full) Lets recap and close off 2023 featuring King Schwarz
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. ---------- Si Jones Business Email...
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S04 Ep10 (Full) Kyle OBR on Career, Cape Town, Festivals: Wanderbay & Thank Me Later and Events Business
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....
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S04 Ep9 (Full) Catching up with Dafro: Music life, Venoma Musike, Da Capo, Vinny Da Vinci & Tim White, House Afrika
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...
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S04 Ep8 (Full) ThabiThabs on Music industry entitlement, amapiano, "SHEMBE" and more
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…
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S04 Ep7 (Full) Da Kruk on commercialising Amapiano, success and more
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…
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S04 Ep6 (Full) Deep House in South Africa ft KVRVBO. What is “deep house lite”?
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...
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S04 Ep5 - Part 3 - (Full) Si Sessions at ARMC: Voices of the Airwaves. Is Radio Dead?!
[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....
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S04 Ep5 - Part 2 - (Full) El Mukuka on life as a Greek-Zambian Artist, Music and Upcoming Album
[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…
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S04 Ep5 - Part 1 - (Full) Zambia v South Africa: Entertainment Industry chat with Michie Zambias Sweetheart
[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…
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S04 Ep4 (Full) Dance music & hip-hop in SA, let's compare ft DJ/Host Fif_Laaa
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...
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S04 Ep3 (Full) “The Industry lacks contributors” ft Pablo Weston&Engine
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...
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S04 Ep2 (Full) Munya Chanetsa on MOTI & why SA musicians aren’t making money
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...
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S04 Ep1 (Full) Industry conspiracies; Whats happening lately?...and HELLO 2023!
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...
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S03 Ep12 (Full) Sef Kombo on Sondela Records & UK vs SA Industry
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...
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S03 Ep11 (Full) Lets Review the latest music JAZZUELLE, MORDA, ARTWORK SOUNDS & More
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...
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S03 Ep10 (Full) Lebza The Villain chats going hard for your brand
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...
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S03 Ep9 (Full) DJ Fortee on Music, Industry Journey and Decade album
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. ---------- Si...
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S3 Ep8 (Full) Swizz on Surreal Sounds & Music Management; Da Capo, Karyendasoul
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...
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S3 Ep7 (Full) DJ Buhle on spiritual gifts, music industry and new record label
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...
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S3 Ep6 (Full) Menzi XL on Alcohol Abuse; The things artists don't tell you
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...
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S3 Ep5 (Full) Running an Independent Record Label in SA ft King Schwarz
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...
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S3 Ep4 (Full) SA Music Industry Unpopular Opinions Ft Skindeep
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...
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S3 Ep3 (Full) Edsoul on Soul House in SA, life his career and "Change The World"
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…
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S3 Ep2 (Full) Da Africa Deep on Soulistic Agency, Music & Life
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...
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S3 Ep1 (Full) 2021 Dance Music Recap ft The Journalist DJ
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...
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S2 Ep11 (Full) Being female and a DJ in South Africa: The reality
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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S2 Ep10 (Full) Promoters vs Artist...Bashing Promoters...Where's the disconnect?
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 &…
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S2 Ep9 (Full) Catching up with Miza. "I almost quit music"
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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S2 Ep8 (Full) Meeting G-Wash10 and talking Afro House
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. ---------- Si Jones Business Email...
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S2 Ep7 (Full) The music industry, UNCENSORED! Lets Discuss
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...
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S2 Ep6 (Full) Music Licensing chat with CAPASSO's COO. What you need to know.
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...
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S02 Ep5 (Full) Meeting Dalton Blxck and talking Ubumina EP.
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. ---------- Si Jones Business Email...
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S2 Ep4 (Full) Getting up Close and Personal with Deep Narratives
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…
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S2 Ep3 (Full) Entertainment Chats, Rants, New Music & More! ft Sands
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...
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S2 Ep2 (Full) Meeting Buhle Womculo and talking Lungisa Umsamo EP
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…
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S2 Ep1 (Full) 2020 house music recap ft DJ's Skindeep, Ludz, Vanco & Bekzin Terris
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…
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Ep 10 (Full) Vanco SA on Memories EP, Life, Career and Entertainment
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…
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Ep 9 (Full) Gino Brown on Shayi Numba, the industry & "LALELA" EP
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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Ep 8 (Full) Heavy K "Khusta" Album review. Yay or Nay?
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...
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Ep 7 (Full) Si Jones talks life and music with Bekzin Terris
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. ---------- Si Jones Business Email (BOOKINGS/ENQUIRIES/ FEATURES): [email protected]...
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Ep 6 (Full) Babes Wodumo's Idando Kazi album review - Is it worth your time?
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. ---------- Si Jones Business Email (BOOKINGS/ENQUIRIES/ FEATURES): [email protected] ---------- Production Recorded on: Sunday 23...
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Ep 5 (Full) Si Jones talks music, life and business with ZiPheko
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. ---------- Si Jones Business Email (BOOKINGS/ENQUIRIES/…
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Ep 4 (Full) Learning about music publishing in SA with Gavin Green
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...
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Ep 3 (Full) New music alert! Si Jones comments & reacts
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…
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Ep 2 (Full) Talking music and projects with Producer and DJ Tribe Franko
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...
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Ep 1 (Full) DJ recaps some 2019 SA House Music releases
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. Be sure to follow, like and subscribe as we keep you updated with the happenings in the world of Si Jones. ---------- Si Jones Business…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
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.zaProduced for Si Jones by LOTv Productions, a division of Liyon Media.
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