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

YearAward CeremonyPrizeWorkResult
2014South African Music Awards 2014Best RemixMi Casa - Jika (Chymamusique Drum Mix)[8] [9]
2022SAMA 28Best Dance Album Musique[10]

Metro FM Music Awards

Discography

Studio Albums

SINGLES & EPs [17]

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Chymamusique follows on past success with nod for three Lima gongs. The Sowetan.
  2. Web site: The man behind DJ Chymamusique is…. 2022-10-04. reviewonline.
  3. Web site: The man behind DJ Chymamusique is.... May 26, 2015. Capricorn Review.
  4. Web site: South African DJ & Producer Chymamusique plays at the UK.
  5. Web site: Chymamusique Announces 13-Track 'Musique' Album. Ubetoo. October 3, 2022. John . Israel A . September 7, 2021.
  6. Web site: Chymamusique Announces 'Musique' Album. Zatunes . September 8, 2021.
  7. News: South Africa. The Journalist DJ. Chymamusique releases a 13 track album titled MUSIQUE. September 30, 2021.
  8. Web site: Jika Best Remix Nomination.
  9. Web site: Chymamusique SAMA14 Nomination.
  10. Web site: SAMAs 2022 Day 1: All the winners. Music In Africa . 2022-08-28. Ano. Shumba.
  11. Web site: The 14th Metro FM Awards Winners . SABC 1.
  12. Web site: Chymamusique wins Best Dance Award.
  13. Web site: Chymamusique LIMA 2017.
  14. Web site: Chymamusique LIMA 2018.
  15. Web site: Chymamusique House Dimensions Apple Music.
  16. Web site: Chymamusique After The Storm.
  17. Web site: Chymamusique On Apple.