One of the loudest, liveliest voices on radio at the moment, DJ Sway is where the vibe is at! Currently behind the mic on Yarona FM’s afternoon weekday show, ‘The Climax’ with LB, the charismatic DJ-cum-presenter is swiftly making a name for himself.
Listen up ladies, DJ Sway is single and searching so if you’ve been meaning to slide into those DMs, here’s a little something to help you get to know the 27-year-old better…
How did you get into radio?
I have always been fond of radio, since the days DJ Fresh was at YFM and 5FM. But then like any other high schooler, radio was just a fun job.
I became a mix DJ in 2016 back in my hometown in Selebi Phikwe (Aunty Dane Bar). I then moved to Gabs in 2017 and continued DJing and I interned for a couple of months as a mix DJ on radio.
In 2019, I heard Yarona FM was looking for presenters and knew I had to try out.
My first show was 267 Hip Hop Sundays.
How long has it been?
I officially started my career as a weekend radio host on Sunday 5th February 2020 and earned my spot as a weekday presenter 9 January this year.
Do you remember your first time on national radio?
Whooa!
I never want to hear that show again!
I was so scared!
When it came time to press that red button to go on air, I had a serious panic attack. It was a mixture of excitement but overpowered by anxiety and nervousness.
But yes, I remember 5th February 2020 very, very well!
Are there any rituals you perform before going on air?
I have one but I don’t consider it a ritual.
I can’t go on air without a watch on my left hand and my favorite black armband on my right hand.
In terms of rituals, maybe LB and I will work something, but I know we both prefer alone time for about 15 minutes, then a short prayer just as the first song plays at 15:00.
How do you find radio to be impactful?
In an age where the internet is taking over, radio is still the most reliable source of information across the world.
Radio has changed lives in settlements and areas where the internet cannot reach.
The power of this medium has saved lives.
Imagine having a best friend that you have never ever met?
That sounds cool right!
What fuels you to get up and go to work every day?
First of all my ‘Maxers’.
Because the show is called The Climax, we call all our listeners ‘Maxers’.
I imagine the funny content they share, the voice notes, the calls, the banter really drives me.
Also being absorbed from weekend to weekday has been my dream since the likes of DJ Sabby (Metro FM 9-12am) also went through the same path – he’s my role model by the way.
Are people ever surprised when they put a face to the name?
Actually just last week, a renowned female vocalist at a photoshoot asked ‘Are you Sway’ and I replied ‘Yes’.
She told me she would never have guessed such a loud but energized voice is from someone so quiet and reserved face to face, especially when I am new to the people around.
As for my friends, bao ba itse ke goeletsa non stop.
Five things people don’t know about you?
1. I was a praise and worshiper till 2014
2. I am fluent at piano
3. I absolutely hate dogs – got bit at age 14!
4. I’m not just a Radio Presenter but I am MC, Club DJ and Music Producer
5. Ke tswa Lerala ko Tswapong, and I love that village and will continue representing
