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JazziDisciples
OriginJohannesburg, South Africa
Genres
Years active2017–2020
LabelsJazziDisciples ENT
Past members

JazziDisciples were an amapiano DJ and producer duo originating from South Africa.[1][2][3] They were composed of two record producers known by their stage names Mr JazziQ and Josiah De Disciple.

History[edit]

JazziDisciples music group members are originally from Alexandra, North of Johannesburg. Their interest for music started at a very early age. They are known for their songs such as Long Lasting, Sgubu Se Monati and their encompassing tag line Amapiano is a lifestyle.[4]

The duo have since their debut performed on top music festivals such as Afropunk Festival,[5] Corona SunSets Festival[6] and YTKO 32 Hour Fest[7] and have shared a stage with local artists in the industry, such as Cassper Nyovest and Black Coffee.[8][9]

They have appeared on various shows such as the Lockdown House Party on Channel O[10] and festivals in South Africa.[11] They have also had various television and radio appearances and have also had various club and lounge appearances.[12]

On the 1st of November 2019, they released their first studio album titled Disciples of Piano. The album featured collaborations from local musicians such as Okmalumkoolkat, Vigro Deep, Nomisupasta and DJ Buckz.[13]

The duo has also received recognition and nominations for their songs. In 2019, they were nominated for Best Amapiano record at the Dance Music Awards South Africa.[14]

To further expand the duo's sound and vision in 2020 they released solo projects. In March 2020 JazziDisciples released Mr JazziQ's EP titled 0303, which featured vocalist Moonchild Sanelly.[15][16] Josiah De Disciple's EP titled SOM (Spirits Of Makoela) was released in May 2020.[17]

Musical style[edit]

They create dance music containing elements of afro house, house and world music, combining live instruments such as bass, saxophones, keyboards, percussions, flute, and vocals with samplers, effects and synths.[13]

Band members[edit]

Former acts[edit]

Awards and nominations[edit]

JazziDisciples was nominated as Best Amapiano Record at the 2019 Dance Music Awards South Africa.[14]

Discography[edit]

  • Black Child XXV (2018)
  • Bafana Ba Numba (2018)[18]
  • The Load Shedding (2018)[19]
  • IOP EP (2019)[20]
  • Disciples Of Piano (2019)[21]
  • Spirits Of Makoela 1 (2020)[22]
  • 0303 (2020)[15]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "Josiah De Disciple And Mr JazziQ's Beef Is Allegedly Over A Woman". theyanos.co.za. 5 May 2021. Archived from the original on 19 August 2022. Retrieved 9 February 2022.
  2. ^ "Why did JazziDisciples split?". JustNje. 15 March 2021. Archived from the original on 12 April 2022. Retrieved 9 February 2022.
  3. ^ "JazziDisciples Has Decided to Drop Separate Solo Projects". Online Youth Magazine | Zkhiphani.com. 19 February 2020. Archived from the original on 27 January 2022. Retrieved 9 February 2022.
  4. ^ "JazziDisciples focus on solo music". Sunday World. Archived from the original on 17 August 2020. Retrieved 4 August 2020.
  5. ^ "Greenstone's Mr JazziQ in the spotlight". bedfordviewedenvalenews.co.za. Archived from the original on 12 April 2021. Retrieved 4 August 2020.
  6. ^ "Corona SunSets Festival Johannesburg 2019". Salon Prive Magazine. Archived from the original on 14 August 2020. Retrieved 4 August 2020.
  7. ^ "THE YTKO 32 HOUR FEST MAKES AN EXCITING RETURN!". yfm.co.za. Archived from the original on 24 October 2020. Retrieved 4 August 2020.
  8. ^ "Amapiano is a lifestyle says Jazzidisciples". Bubble Gum Club. Archived from the original on 30 September 2020. Retrieved 4 August 2020.
  9. ^ "Win tickets to 'Music Is King' (Joburg Only)". iol.co.za. Archived from the original on 12 December 2019. Retrieved 4 August 2020.
  10. ^ "Shimza announces Khuli Chana and JazziDisciples as part of Lockdown House Party line-up". Just Nje. Archived from the original on 11 August 2020. Retrieved 4 August 2020.
  11. ^ "Here Are Two Noteworthy Experiences In GOMORA". zalebs.com. Retrieved 4 August 2020.
  12. ^ "JAZZI DISCIPLES, VIGRO DEEP, SEMI TEE, MIANO, KAMMU DEE AND LAMIEZ HOLWORTHY TO APPEAR ON "HOUSE OF TRACE" RERUN". zalebs.com. Archived from the original on 3 August 2020. Retrieved 4 August 2020.
  13. ^ a b "JazziDisciples release their latest studio album, Disciples Of Piano". Just Nje. Archived from the original on 13 December 2019. Retrieved 12 August 2020.
  14. ^ a b "Dance Music Awards South Africa Announces The Top 5 Nominees". zkhipani.co.za. Archived from the original on 13 August 2020. Retrieved 4 August 2020.
  15. ^ a b "Mr JazziQ Drops His First Single Off His Upcoming Solo EP 0303". zkhipani.co.za. Archived from the original on 21 April 2021. Retrieved 12 August 2020.
  16. ^ "Moonchild Sanelly Inspires Body Positivity while Promoting New Single Ft JazziDisciples "Askies"". SA Music Mag. Archived from the original on 17 October 2023. Retrieved 12 August 2020.
  17. ^ "JOSIAH DE DISCIPLE ANNOUNCES SPIRITS OF MAKOELA (SOM VOL. 2)". ubetoo.com. Archived from the original on 26 February 2021. Retrieved 12 August 2020.
  18. ^ "Listen to JazziDisciples' new album, Bafana Ba Numba". Just Nje. Archived from the original on 17 October 2023. Retrieved 4 August 2020.
  19. ^ "JazziDisciples Put S.A On The Global Map With Their Music". zkhipani.co.za. Archived from the original on 17 October 2023. Retrieved 4 August 2020.
  20. ^ "ICYMI: JazziDisciples IOP EP Is Finally Here". zkhipani.co.za. Archived from the original on 17 October 2023. Retrieved 4 August 2020.
  21. ^ "JazziDisciples debut their much-awaited album 'Disciples of Piano'". YoMzansi. Archived from the original on 10 August 2020. Retrieved 4 August 2020.
  22. ^ "Lockdown playlist: New albums to add to your library this week". The South African. Archived from the original on 31 May 2020. Retrieved 4 August 2020.

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