Si Sessions Podcast

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): bookings@sijones.co.za Check out the Si Sessions Apple Music Playlist: https://music.apple.com/za/playlist/si-sessions/pl.u-AkAmPgbt2ZvMEmj ---------- 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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sijonesza/message

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 (BOOKINGS/ENQUIRIES/ FEATURES): bookings@sijones.co.za Check out the Si Sessions Apple Music Playlist: https://music.apple.com/za/playlist/si-sessions/pl.u-AkAmPgbt2ZvMEmj ---------- 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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sijonesza/message

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): bookings@sijones.co.za Check out the Si Sessions Apple Music Playlist: https://music.apple.com/za/playlist/si-sessions/pl.u-AkAmPgbt2ZvMEmj ---------- 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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sijonesza/message

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): bookings@sijones.co.za Check out the Si Sessions Apple Music Playlist: https://music.apple.com/za/playlist/si-sessions/pl.u-AkAmPgbt2ZvMEmj ---------- 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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sijonesza/message

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. ---------- Si Jones Business Email (BOOKINGS/ENQUIRIES/ FEATURES): bookings@sijones.co.za Check out the Si Sessions Apple Music Playlist: https://music.apple.com/za/playlist/si-sessions/pl.u-AkAmPgbt2ZvMEmj ---------- 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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sijonesza/message

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): bookings@sijones.co.za Check out the Si Sessions Apple Music Playlist: https://music.apple.com/za/playlist/si-sessions/pl.u-AkAmPgbt2ZvMEmj ---------- 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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sijonesza/message

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): bookings@sijones.co.za Check out the Si Sessions Apple Music Playlist: https://music.apple.com/za/playlist/si-sessions/pl.u-AkAmPgbt2ZvMEmj ---------- 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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sijonesza/message

[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): bookings@sijones.co.za Check out the Si Sessions Apple Music Playlist: https://music.apple.com/za/playlist/si-sessions/pl.u-AkAmPgbt2ZvMEmj ---------- 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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sijonesza/message

[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): bookings@sijones.co.za Check out the Si Sessions Apple Music Playlist: https://music.apple.com/za/playlist/si-sessions/pl.u-AkAmPgbt2ZvMEmj ---------- 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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sijonesza/message

[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): bookings@sijones.co.za Check out the Si Sessions Apple Music Playlist: https://music.apple.com/za/playlist/si-sessions/pl.u-AkAmPgbt2ZvMEmj ---------- 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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sijonesza/message

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): bookings@sijones.co.za Check out the Si Sessions Apple Music Playlist: https://music.apple.com/za/playlist/si-sessions/pl.u-AkAmPgbt2ZvMEmj ---------- 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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sijonesza/message

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): bookings@sijones.co.za Check out the Si Sessions Apple Music Playlist: https://music.apple.com/za/playlist/si-sessions/pl.u-AkAmPgbt2ZvMEmj ---------- 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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sijonesza/message

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): bookings@sijones.co.za Check out the Si Sessions Apple Music Playlist: https://music.apple.com/za/playlist/si-sessions/pl.u-AkAmPgbt2ZvMEmj ---------- 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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sijonesza/message

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): bookings@sijones.co.za Check out the Si Sessions Apple Music Playlist: https://music.apple.com/za/playlist/si-sessions/pl.u-AkAmPgbt2ZvMEmj ---------- 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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sijonesza/message

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): bookings@sijones.co.za Check out the Si Sessions Apple Music Playlist: https://music.apple.com/za/playlist/si-sessions/pl.u-AkAmPgbt2ZvMEmj ---------- 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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sijonesza/message

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): bookings@sijones.co.za Check out the Si Sessions Apple Music Playlist: https://music.apple.com/za/playlist/si-sessions/pl.u-AkAmPgbt2ZvMEmj ---------- 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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sijonesza/message

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): bookings@sijones.co.za Check out the Si Sessions Apple Music Playlist: https://music.apple.com/za/playlist/si-sessions/pl.u-AkAmPgbt2ZvMEmj ---------- 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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sijonesza/message

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): bookings@sijones.co.za Check out the Si Sessions Apple Music Playlist: https://music.apple.com/za/playlist/si-sessions/pl.u-AkAmPgbt2ZvMEmj ---------- 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) Recording and Editing: Mudiwa Gavaza (LOTv, Liyon Media) Special thank you: Lebza TheVillain, OhMi Restro Bar, Rivonia ---------- Background Music: Si Jones ft Tankiso - Inenekazi #SiSessions --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sijonesza/message

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 Jones Business Email (BOOKINGS/ENQUIRIES/ FEATURES): bookings@sijones.co.za Check out the Si Sessions Apple Music Playlist: https://music.apple.com/za/playlist/si-sessions/pl.u-AkAmPgbt2ZvMEmj ---------- 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 #SiSessions --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sijonesza/message

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): bookings@sijones.co.za Check out the Si Sessions Apple Music Playlist: https://music.apple.com/za/playlist/si-sessions/pl.u-AkAmPgbt2ZvMEmj ---------- 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 #SiSessions --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sijonesza/message