Chymamusique Explained
Chymamusique |
Birth Name: | Collen Ntala Mmotla |
Birth Date: | 1990 6, df=y |
Birth Place: | Burgersfort, South Africa |
Years Active: | 2006–present |
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Collen Mmotla (born 4 June 1990) is a South African DJ and music producer.[1] Born and raised Diphale, Burgersfort, Chyma started his musical career in early 2000's as a pianist prior becoming a DJ.
His third studio album Musique (2022), debuted number one in South Africa.
Education
After completed his matric in 2007, he attended University of Technology studying Analytical Chemistry.[2]
He also attended Boston College studied media and graduated in 2013.[2]
Career
Chymamusique started his music career in 2000 as a gospel and jazz pianist. He later developed an interest in house music in 2005 and started producing it in 2006. He released his first online single in 2010.[3]
He founded and manages "Chymamusique Records" and is signed to the record labels House Afrika & Soul Candi. He was a Mofunk Records member from 2010 to 2013.
In DJing, Chymamusique has played internationally,[4] and shared stages with DJs and producers including Vinny Da Vinci, Ralf Gum, Brazo Wa Afrika, Glen Lewis, QB Smith, Charles Webster and Atjazz.
In music producing, He has worked with Kaylow, DJ Fresh, Anané Vega, Monique Bingham, Brazo wa Afrika, Brian Temba, George Lesley and Ree Morris.
In early September 2021, he announced his third studio album via Instagram.[5] [6]
Musique was released on September 30, 2021. The album features Afrotraction, Da Vynalist, DJ Tears PLK, Brian Temba, Rona Ray, and Buddynice.
It peaked at number one on Local iTunes album charts.[7]
Awards and nominations
South African Music Awards
Metro FM Music Awards
Discography
Studio Albums
- House Afrika : House Dimensions (2012) [15]
- After The Storm (2017) [16]
- Musique (2021)
SINGLES & EPs [17]
- Quarantine EP - 2020
- Bass & Synth - Single 2019
- Last Night (feat. O So T) - Single 2019
- Sax on Fleek - EP 2019
- Its so Amazing (Remix) [feat. Happy] - Single 2019
- Perfectly Lovers (feat. P Tempo) - Single 2018
- Something About You (feat. Unqle Chriz) - Single 2018
- Artist Series, Vol. 1 - EP 2018
- Kubili - Single 2018
- Follow (Chyma's Rendition) [feat. Kent Smoke & YVES] - Single 2017
- Music Express Session 1 - EP 2016
- Jazz vs. Soulful, Vol. 1 - EP 2014
- Jazz According to House (Remixes Part 2) - Single 2013
- World Is Good (Original Mix) [feat. Rona Ray] - Single 2012
- Soul and Mind - Single 2012
- Chymatology - Single 2012
- Cant Get Enough - Single 2012
- Jazz According to House - Single 2011
- Lost in Words - Single 2011
External links
Notes and References
- Web site: Chymamusique follows on past success with nod for three Lima gongs. The Sowetan.
- Web site: The man behind DJ Chymamusique is…. 2022-10-04. reviewonline.
- Web site: The man behind DJ Chymamusique is.... May 26, 2015. Capricorn Review.
- Web site: South African DJ & Producer Chymamusique plays at the UK.
- Web site: Chymamusique Announces 13-Track 'Musique' Album. Ubetoo. October 3, 2022. John . Israel A . September 7, 2021.
- Web site: Chymamusique Announces 'Musique' Album. Zatunes . September 8, 2021.
- News: South Africa. The Journalist DJ. Chymamusique releases a 13 track album titled MUSIQUE. September 30, 2021.
- Web site: Jika Best Remix Nomination.
- Web site: Chymamusique SAMA14 Nomination.
- Web site: SAMAs 2022 Day 1: All the winners. Music In Africa . 2022-08-28. Ano. Shumba.
- Web site: The 14th Metro FM Awards Winners . SABC 1.
- Web site: Chymamusique wins Best Dance Award.
- Web site: Chymamusique LIMA 2017.
- Web site: Chymamusique LIMA 2018.
- Web site: Chymamusique House Dimensions Apple Music.
- Web site: Chymamusique After The Storm.
- Web site: Chymamusique On Apple.