Chymamusique
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4 June 1990
- DJ
- Music Producer
- Record producer
- Mixing & Mastering
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| Born | Collen Ntala Mmotla 4 June 1990 |
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| 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 in Diphale, Burgersfort, Chyma started his musical career in early 2000's as a pianist prior to becoming a DJ.
His third studio album Musique (2022), debuted number one in South Africa.
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.[7] 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
| Year | Award Ceremony | Prize | Work | Result | Ref. |
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| 2014 | South African Music Awards 2014 | Best Remix | Mi Casa - Jika (Chymamusique Drum Mix) | Nominated | [8][9] |
| 2022 | SAMA 28 | Best Dance Album | Musique | Won | [10] |
Metro FM Music Awards
| Year | Award Ceremony | Prize | Work | Result |
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| 2015 | 14th Metro FM Music Awards | Best New Artist Award [11] | Gift Of Sound (album) | Won |
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| 2015 | F.A.M.E | Best Dance[12] | Won |
| Years | Award Ceremony | Prize | Result |
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| 2017 & 2018 | LIMA [13][14] | Best Producer | Won |
