Who is Busta 929?

Busta 929 is a South African DJ and producer from Pretoria, Gauteng. His real name is Tebogo Madingoane, and he was born on October 16th, 1994. He is best known for his collaboration with DJ Maphorisa on the hit singles 'Umlilo' and 'Risky'.

Early Career

Busta 929 began his music career in 2015. His first release was 'Sgubu Se Monati', a single featuring fellow South African artists Reece Madlisa and Zuma. The song was released through Open Mic Productions, a record label co-founded by Madingoane himself. It gained traction among music fans on social media, becoming one of the most popular songs of 2015.

Collaborations with DJ Maphorisa

In 2016, Busta 929 released 'Umlilo', a collaboration with DJ Maphorisa that quickly became a smash hit. The song was a massive success in South Africa, topping the charts and garnering over 6 million views on YouTube. Since then, Busta 929 and DJ Maphorisa have continued to collaborate on a number of other singles, including 'Risky', 'Midnight Starring', and 'Siyaba'Nika'.

Recent Projects

In 2019, Busta 929 released his debut EP, titled 'The First Wave'. The EP featured collaborations with some of South Africa's biggest names in music, including Focalistic, Kabza De Small, and more. The EP was met with positive reviews from fans and critics alike, cementing Busta 929 as an up-and-coming artist to watch out for.

Awards & Accolades

In 2020, Busta 929 was nominated for two awards at the South African Music Awards: Best Dance Album of the Year (for 'The First Wave') and Best Collaboration (for 'Umlilo'). He has also been nominated for four awards at the Metro FM Music Awards: Best Male Artist of the Year, Best Dance Album of the Year (for 'The First Wave'), Best Collaboration (for 'Umlilo'), and Best Hit Single (for 'Risky').