MALKERNS – Local entertainer, DJ Cup (born Welcome Zama Maseko), who is lined up to perform at the 7th edition of the Standard Bank Luju Food and Lifestyle scheduled August 1-2, 2025, at House On Fire expressed his excitement for the inclusion.
“I’m so excited and honoured for this opportunity to perform at this year’s Standard Bank Luju Food and Lifestyle Festival. I cannot wait for this one,” DJ Cup said, expressing his excitement.
The New Life Records-signed artist, DJ, also confirmed that he would be performing on that stage for the first time.
The DJ also shared that he is currently working as the operations director of New Life Entertainment, a local entertainment establishment that deals with events, sound hire models, music, and a recording studio.
He has been building up his reputation from podcasting mixes that have gone on to packing gigs across Southern Africa.
Known for his deep house dishing, DJ Cup will be joining a powerhouse line-up of other local and international artists, as per the organisers’ July 18 revelation.
Among these are locals – Sandz (Sandziso Matsebula), AYACITY (Ayanda Motsa), NDUMZ, and South Africans, Jazzworx, Thukuthela, Andile Yenana, and Nomfundo Moh. There’s also the likes of Amigo Da Casa, Blaq Diamond, Buhlebendalo, Hostix Mabuse, Tkzee, Lwah Ndlukulu, De Mthuda, The Feather Dusters, iYa, Phila Dlozi, Lady Zamar and many more.
DJ Cup, also teased upcoming new music and collaborations with top South African DJs, hinting at a vibrant second half of 2025.
Two months ago, DJ Cup released the project titled “Prime Time Jams Part 1,” a deep house collection featuring local vocalists Zinia, Mvelo Tsabedze, and Temantungwa.
His own production, the project explores themes of love, ambition, and bold living, all wrapped in signature soulful house beats.
With over 10 years of experience, DJ Cup has graced stages across Eswatini, South Africa, Tanzania, and Mozambique.
Apart from being a DJ and producer, he also runs deep house podcast mixes, and currently serves as Operations Director at New Life Entertainment, overseeing artist bookings, studio recording, sound hire, and mentorship.
His unique sound has earned him accolades, including Best House Song (2020) and Best Collaboration (2021) at the MTN SWAMA Awards.
Last month, DJ Cup performed at the exclusive Italian Elegant Experience in Maputo, Mozambique, where he shared the stage with international acts like Sianageddon (UK’s United Nations Collective), Oscar Mbo, and Picat Da Italian. The event showcased a fusion of elegance and house beats with artists like Double Drop, Cortega, Khataza, Milena Silva, and more.
Offering words of encouragement to aspiring DJs, DJ Cup said, “Work hard every day to be the best. Brand and position yourself as an artist. Build your legacy and be unique in everything you do.”
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