- Therealdjkenny also known as Ntsako "Kenny" Maluleke
- Early Life
Therealdjkenny was born in Polokwane, Limpopo. His passion for music started in the early year of his life at age 8 where he was a rapper and songwriter but due to lack of equipment and support, he left the hip hop scene to pursue other means of music.
- Career
- Beginnings
Therealdjkenny began his music career in the amapiano scene in 2018 when the sound was becoming more and more popular in South Africa. He began as an amapiano disk jockey and would play other amapiano artists' music at his gigs. He struggled to balance school and music as at this time he was still in high school which led to his music suffering. He started his production of amapiano when he downloaded Fl studio in 2020 during covid-19 lockdown due to being locked up and having less to do indoor.
- Breakthrough
Therealdjkenny achieved mainstream success when he first released Hit single "Mystro 2.0" in 2023 which gained traction until it was removed on streaming platforms. ... (talk about the point in your career when you first started to gain significant recognition. This could be a hit song, a notable performance, or a major award).
- Musical Style and Influences
Therealdjkenny’s music is a blend of various genres, possibly influenced by a wide range of musical styles.
Therealdjkenny’s tracks like "Friday The 13th (911) [Main Mix]" and "Sgidii74" suggest a unique sound that could be a fusion of different musical elements like Havard music and amapiano. The track “Heartless Intentions [T.P.M Mix]” seems to delve deep into the complexities of human emotion, indicating a possible influence from soul and R&B genres with an infusion on jazz and amapiano sounds.
He cites djy Biza, Djy Zan Sa, Mr JazziQ and Kabza de Small. as his major influences (mention any artists or genres that have influenced your music).
- Discography
Therealdjkenny appears to be a music artist who has produced several tracks. Here are some details about his work:
Funk Jive Music: Therealdjkenny has a collection of Funk Jive music on Havard Music. Friday The 13th (911) [Main Mix]: This is a musical journey by Therealdjkenny. Sgidii74: This is another track by Therealdjkenny. Heartless Intentions [T.P.M Mix]: This track delves deep into the complexities of human emotion. It’s a fusion of soul-stirring melodies and poignant beats. Get Some Wood [Revisit Mix]: This is an electrifying track that will make you dance and sing along.
- Personal Life
21-year-old male producer from Ivory Park, Midrand who uses music to escape reality. This versatile amapiano artist has overcome depression and suicide through the use of his music and now he uses melancholy melodies and heavy basslines to retell the stories he has seen and lived.