DJ Speedsta
South African DJ, presenter and TV personality
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Lesego Nkaiseng (born 4 May 1992), better known as DJ Speedsta, is a South African DJ and TV personality from Johannesburg, South Africa. He is best known for his hit single, "Mayo".[2]
4 May 1992
DJ Speedsta | |
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| Also known as | Speedy |
| Born | Lesego Nkaiseng 4 May 1992 |
| Origin | Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa |
| Genres | Hip hop |
| Occupations |
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| Years active | 2008–present |
| Website | www |
Early life
Lesego Nkaiseng was born in the Vaal Triangle and later based in Johannesburg; he began DJing while in his teens and gained a reputation in the local club and radio scenes before moving into national broadcast roles.[3]
Career
Music
In April 2015, he joined YFM to host two shows includes: The Hip Hop Floor and Hot 9Nine – Hip Hop.[4] In 2017, he also joined Metro FM to host Absolute Hip Hop alongside Luthando Shosha.[4] On January 25, 2019, his debut studio album Bottlebrush Street was released.[5] The album features Zoocci Coke Dope, Casper Nyovest and Riky Rick.[6] At the 2019 DStv Mzansi Viewers Choice Awards he was nominated for Favourite DJ.[7] Following year at the 2020 South Africa Hip Hop Awards, he was nominated for Best DJ.[8]
On July 9, 2021, he co-host SABC 1 music show Live Amp alongside with DJ Lamiez.[9]
On August 13, 2021, his single "Pardon My French" featuring Zoocci Coke Dope & Lucasraps was released.[10] Speedsta received a nomination for DJ of the Year at the 2021 South African Hip Hop Awards.[11]
Radio and television
Speedsta has hosted hip-hop shows on major South African youth stations. In 2015 he joined YFM where he presented programmes such as *The Hip Hop Floor* and related shows.[12] In 2017 he was announced as co-host of *Absolute Hip Hop* on Metro FM alongside Luthando "LootLove" Shosha. [13]
In 2021 he joined SABC1 music television programming, co-hosting the revived season of *Live Amp* with DJ Lamiez and later co-hosting the talent show *1's and 2's*.[14]
In March 2022 Speedsta publicly announced his departure from Metro FM after several years at the station.[15]
Discography
Studio albums
- Bottlebrush Street (2019)
Mixtapes
| Mixtape Title | Mixtape Details |
|---|---|
| The Guy: Episode 1 - Season 23[16] |
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Filmography
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018–present | Live Amp | Himself | Host |
| 1's and 2's | Himself | Co-host |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award Ceremony | Prize | Work/Recipient | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2014 |
South African Hip Hop Awards 2014 | DJ of the Year[17] | Himself | Nominated |
2015 |
South African Hip Hop Awards 2015 | Best Collabo[18][19] | Special Somebody (featuring Cassper Nyovest, Riky Rick and Anatii) | Nominated |
| DJ of the Year[18][19] | Himself | Nominated | ||
| Video of the Year[18][19] | Special Somebody (featuring Cassper Nyovest, Riky Rick and Anatii) | Nominated | ||
2016 |
South African Hip Hop Awards 2016 | DJ of the Year[20] | Himself | Won |
2017 |
16th Metro FM Music Awards | Best Collaboration[21] | Mayo (featuring Yung Swiss, Tellaman, Shane Eagle and Frank Casino) | Nominated |
| Best Hit Single[21] | Mayo (featuring Yung Swiss, Tellaman, Shane Eagle, and Frank Casino) | Nominated |
