Collen Mmotla (born 4 June 1990) is a South African DJ and music producer.[1] Born and raised Diphale, Burgersfort, Chyma started his musical career in early 2000's as a pianist prior becoming a DJ.

Chymamusique
Birth nameCollen Ntala Mmotla
Born (1990-06-04) 4 June 1990 (age 34)
Burgersfort, South Africa
Genres
Occupations
  • DJ
  • Music Producer
  • Record producer
  • Mixing & Mastering
Years active2006–present
Labels
  • Chymamusiq Records
  • House Afrika
  • Soul Candi
  • Mofunk Records
Website

His third studio album Musique (2022), debuted number one in South Africa.

Education

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After completed his matric in 2007, he attended University of Technology studying Analytical Chemistry.[2]

He also attended Boston College studied media and graduated in 2013.[2]

Career

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Chymamusique started his music career in 2000 as a gospel and jazz pianist. He later developed an interest in house music in 2005 and started producing it in 2006. He released his first online single in 2010.[3]

He founded and manages "Chymamusique Records" and is signed to the record labels House Afrika & Soul Candi. He was a Mofunk Records member from 2010 to 2013.

In DJing, Chymamusique has played internationally,[4] and shared stages with DJs and producers including Vinny Da Vinci, Ralf Gum, Brazo Wa Afrika, Glen Lewis, QB Smith, Charles Webster and Atjazz.

In music producing, He has worked with Kaylow, DJ Fresh, Anané Vega, Monique Bingham, Brazo wa Afrika, Brian Temba, George Lesley and Ree Morris.

In early September 2021, he announced his third studio album via Instagram.[5][6]

Musique was released on September 30, 2021.[7] The album features Afrotraction, Da Vynalist, DJ Tears PLK, Brian Temba, Rona Ray, and Buddynice.

It peaked at number one on Local iTunes album charts.[7]

Awards and nominations

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South African Music Awards

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Year Award Ceremony Prize Work Result Ref.
2014 South African Music Awards 2014 Best Remix Mi Casa - Jika (Chymamusique Drum Mix) Nominated [8][9]
2022 SAMA 28 Best Dance Album Musique Won [10]

Metro FM Music Awards

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Year Award Ceremony Prize Work Result
2015 14th Metro FM Music Awards Best New Artist Award [11] Gift Of Sound (album) Won
Year Award Ceremony Prize Result
2015 F.A.M.E Best Dance[12] Won
Years Award Ceremony Prize Result
2017 & 2018 LIMA [13][14] Best Producer Won

Discography

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Studio Albums

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  • House Afrika : House Dimensions (2012) [15]
  • After The Storm (2017) [16]
  • Musique (2021)

SINGLES & EPs [17]

  • Quarantine EP - 2020
  • Bass & Synth - Single 2019
  • Last Night (feat. O So T) - Single 2019
  • Sax on Fleek - EP 2019
  • Its so Amazing (Remix) [feat. Happy] - Single 2019
  • Perfectly Lovers (feat. P Tempo) - Single 2018
  • Something About You (feat. Unqle Chriz) - Single 2018
  • Artist Series, Vol. 1 - EP 2018
  • Kubili - Single 2018
  • Follow (Chyma's Rendition) [feat. Kent Smoke & YVES] - Single 2017
  • Music Express Session 1 - EP 2016
  • Jazz vs. Soulful, Vol. 1 - EP 2014
  • Jazz According to House (Remixes Part 2) - Single 2013
  • World Is Good (Original Mix) [feat. Rona Ray] - Single 2012
  • Soul and Mind - Single 2012
  • Chymatology - Single 2012
  • Cant Get Enough - Single 2012
  • Jazz According to House - Single 2011
  • Lost in Words - Single 2011

References

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  1. ^ "Chymamusique follows on past success with nod for three Lima gongs". The Sowetan.
  2. ^ a b "The man behind DJ Chymamusique is…". reviewonline. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
  3. ^ "The man behind DJ Chymamusique is..." Capricorn Review. 26 May 2015.
  4. ^ "South African DJ & Producer Chymamusique plays at the UK".
  5. ^ Israel A, John (7 September 2021). "Chymamusique Announces 13-Track 'Musique' Album". Ubetoo. Retrieved 3 October 2022.
  6. ^ "Chymamusique Announces 'Musique' Album". Zatunes. 8 September 2021.
  7. ^ a b "Chymamusique releases a 13 track album titled MUSIQUE". South Africa: The Journalist DJ. 30 September 2021.
  8. ^ "Jika Best Remix Nomination".
  9. ^ "Chymamusique SAMA14 Nomination".
  10. ^ Shumba, Ano (28 August 2022). "SAMAs 2022 Day 1: All the winners". Music In Africa.
  11. ^ "The 14th Metro FM Awards Winners". SABC 1.
  12. ^ "Chymamusique wins Best Dance Award".
  13. ^ "Chymamusique LIMA 2017".
  14. ^ "Chymamusique LIMA 2018".
  15. ^ "Chymamusique House Dimensions Apple Music".
  16. ^ "Chymamusique After The Storm".
  17. ^ "Chymamusique On Apple".
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