WHEREVER on the planet Black Coffee, real name Nkosinathi Maphumulo, might be spinning, his phenomenal touch always mesmerises people.

Whether he is entertaining a 3,000 capacity nightclub in Cape Town, an ultra-chic boutique hotel in Johannesburg or a beach party in East London, Black Coffee always has the musical and deck skills to create the perfect atmosphere.

His mixing style is versatile, funky and distinctive and has charged airwaves all over the country.

Any reveller worth his salt knows that not many other DJs have the magic to cut the mustard with the right selections like Durban-born DJ-cum-producer extraordinaire Black Coffee.

What's more, he has legions of fans, including local celebs, who sing his praises.

Public relations specialist Linda Moeketsi says he considers Black Coffee a national treasure and an icon on the music scene.

"I appreciate his humility," Moeketsi says. "Though he is very successful he does everything with humility."

Music critic, author and entertainment editor Lesley Mofokeng says Black Coffee is cool and has separated himself from his peers with good quality music and great brand positioning.

Media personality Penny Lebyane also has great praises for Black Coffee.

"He understands South African sounds and is a good all-rounder who appeals to everyone.

"I have great respect for him," Lebyane says.

Black Coffee is arguably among the hardest working DJs, yet remains modest, letting his deeds do the horn-blowing.

His latest attainment is the Frisco Wide Awake Shake project, which features an exclusive show for a selected celebrity audience to which the ordinary Joe and Jane scored a place by winning tickets in a nationwide SMS competition.

Black Coffee is also about to launch his much-anticipated DVD, Africa Rising, which will feature several top-rated guest artists, plus a 24-piece orchestra.

"I've grown to a point where I have done events outside the country with no support from government.

"This is sad because I am exporting South African culture," he says.

He adds that he struggles whenever he applies for visas.

"The Department [of Arts and Culture] does not support me when I perform overseas, though I always hoist the South African flag high."

Black Coffee also bemoans jealousy within the industry.

"I have been hearing industry people saying things (about me), but those things don't bother me because I believe I have a personal journey and refuse to let others change me," he says.

He is also weary of the media. "The media can lift you up or bring you down. I never invite the media. I'm in the music industry for music. I do not want to be an A-lister celebrity."

Black Coffee, who recently married petite actress Mbali Mlotshwa, says he has to make sure his family life works too.

"That is why I sometimes have to travel with my wife and child," he says.

He also has a love child with model Chwayita Mtose.

- johnz@sowetan.co.za

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Jun 8, 2012

maneater

what can i do to have a taste of that Mbali? izinhlanhla zabantu azifani.
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Jun 8, 2012

Uncompromising

maneater
what can i do to have a taste of that Mbali? izinhlanhla zabantu azifani.


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The Bible says "Thou shall not lust for your neighbour's wife". But i guess Black Coffee is not your neighbour, therefore lust on my brother, lust on !
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Jun 8, 2012

PDreamz

This guy rocks period, he's the man. He knows what he's doing and knows his crowd and always aim to please and he's sooo humble and a loving husband a nd a father yes he's theee MAN

@maneater DREAM ON DREAMER *singing*
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Jun 8, 2012

JUBJUB

He's humble indeed
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Jun 8, 2012

MyDali

BC is a hero for sure!!! Big up to you and keep flying that flag high up, hopefully the government will honour and support you eventually!!
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Jun 8, 2012

KasiKid

A great man indeed.

A legend.
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Jun 8, 2012

KemangBosso

I dnt like this Black Coffee
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Jun 8, 2012

taba-e-kana

This Mbali chick...I just wonder...imagine if black coffe was just another guy working a 9 to 5..im sure she would not go for him...he aint qute...i bile nkare o tsuba matekwane...his lips...haai no...ke ya e tshaba fame and money
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Jun 8, 2012

Ma-Bhova

I wish all celebrities can learn from this, this guy is successful and can get any girl he wants but he chose to get married cause having too many girls can make u lose focus. I watched him at 3Talk this other day and the dreams that guy has aye huge and his backing them up one by one now.
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Jun 8, 2012

Rakgadi-Tabeya

Penny nkare o tsubile
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