Ringing in the New Year with DJ Sphectacula’s Vibes and Vision for 2025
Author: John AliuAs the festive season approaches, Sphe Ngwenya, better known as DJ Sphectacula and part music duo Kings Of The Weekend (KTOW) with DJ Naves is renowned for his electrifying energy and dynamic DJ skills, is once again setting the tone with celebration, rhythm, and joy.
As we embrace the season’s festivities, Sphe spoke of the 2024 highlights, personal reflections and what is in store for 2025.
Q: What was your highlight of 2024?A: I got married in 2024, which was undoubtedly the most special moment of my year. It is a milestone that brought immense joy and marked the beginning of an incredible new chapter in my life.Q: What meals make you feel like the festive season has arrived?A: I recently bought a meal that had a Russian, some fried eggs and some tomatoes. I got it at 4:01 a.m. in East London, and it felt like, yes, the festive season is here!Q: What was your highlight of 2024?A: I recently bought a meal that had a Russian, some fried eggs and some tomatoes. I got it at 4:01 a.m. in East London, and it felt like, yes, the festive season is here!Q: What was your highlight from Mamelodi Sundowns this year?A: The resilience of the team was truly remarkable. Time and again, they showcased unmatched mental strength and a true champions’ mentality. Shoutout to the team! I hope this spirit carries forward into 2025 as we aim to achieve even greater dominance.Q: What was your highlight of 2024?A: The resilience of the team was truly remarkable. Time and again, they showcased unmatched mental strength and a true champions’ mentality. Shoutout to the team! I hope this spirit carries forward into 2025 as we aim to achieve even greater dominance.Q: If you could gift yourself one thing this festive season, what would it be?A: It would be the ability to take hurt away from people. There are so many people in my life who went through a lot in 2024, and I wish I could take that pain away for them in 2025.Q: In 2025, what is your wish for Mamelodi Sundowns?A: I want my team to achieve titles that will leave people and doubters speechless. With a new coach (Miguel Cardoso) and incredible players, nothing is stopping us from being champions in every competition we participate in.Q: What was your highlight of 2024?A: I want my team to achieve titles that will leave people and doubters speechless. With a new coach (Miguel Cardoso) and incredible players, nothing is stopping us from being champions in every competition we participate in.Q: For the song you think will be number 1 to take us into 2025?A: It has to be Biri Marung by Mr Pilato, Tebogo G Mashego, Ego Slimflow featuring Focalistic, Scotts Maphuma, DJ Maphorisa, Sje Konka, CowBoii. What a joint!Q: Your top 10 songs for 2024?A: This is my top ten songs in no particular order:. I have added a bonus track
1. Sohlala Sisonke by Dlala Thukzin
2. Gucci by Mthandeni SK and MaWhoo
3. Wishi Wishi by Vigro Deep and Kabza De Small Kabza De Small, Virgo Deep & DJ Maphorisa feat. Scotts Maphuma & Young Stunna
4. Biri Marung by Mr Pilato, Tebogo G Mashego, Ego Slimflow feat. Focalistic, Scotts Maphuma, DJ Maphorisa, Sje Konka, CowBoii
5. Kwelanga 2.0 by Bassie, Amaza, Ranger, M-Touch, feat LeeMcKrazy, Tman Xpress
6. Moyowodwa by Sphectecula and Naves (KOTW) featuring Sazified, Beast RSA
7. Shay’imoto by Mellow & Sleazy, Scotts Maphuma & Mr Pilato feat. Seemah & Yanda Woods
8. Iza Mawala by Tycoon Sly and Kabza De Small feat Dladla Mshunqisi, Goldmax
9. Amazwe by Kabza De Small and Mthunzi featuring MaWhoo
10. Sdakiwe Sbali by Blaq Major featuring DJ KAP, Bless The Gentleman
11. For good measure, I’ll make it 11 songs by adding Skuta Baba by WOODBLOCK DJS, feat. Mvelost, Set Off and Somololo
Q: What are your personal goals and wishes for the upcoming year, and how do you plan to approach them?A: Personally, in 2025, I wish for a sense of clarity on a lot of things. There were some confusing moments in 2024, but I believe that in 2025, everything will become clearer in my business and professional life. This clarity will help me grow and evolve, enabling me to be a better man for myself and those around me.