DJ Sumbody died: We have lost another prominent artist in the music industry, DJ Sumbody, a well-known disc jockey passed away. Let’s see what happened to DJ Sumbody in detail
What happened to DJ Sumbody?
DJ Sumbody, a well-known disc jockey from South Africa, reportedly died from gunshot wounds early this morning. Since Saturday night, the Pretoria-based DJ has been trending on social media. Users claim that an image of a Volkswagen Golf 7 gtI that has been shot up belongs to DJ Sumbody.
It’s alleged that Dj Sumbody was shot with his two bodyguards this morning around Woodmead while going to the gig. No official statement as yet from the family.
It alleged that our loved DJ Sumbody was gunned down last night with his two bodyguards at Woodmead, Gauteng 💔💔💔
RIP Sumbody, strength to all those who were working in his companies, Ayepyep will never be the same pic.twitter.com/0Woyz38Mqd— Mpumalanga (@MpumalangaPost) November 20, 2022
DJ Sumbody cause of death
As per online reports, it was confirmed that DJ passed away after severe Gunshots. Dj Sumbody, real name Oupa John Sefoka, is said to have passed away. Let’s say he left news cafe Woodmead on his way to a game.
The owner of Ayepyep as well as the hit makers of “Monate mpolaye,” “Suka emabhozeni,” “iyamemeza,” and “Azul” were shot together with His bodyguards.
Regarding who shot him and the suspect’s motive, we didn’t get any official information. We will update this page as soon as we have the information.
DJ Sumbody’s Official Death statement:
SUMSOUNDS MUSIC
20 NOVEMBER 2022
JOHANNESBURG
MANAGEMENT CONFIRMS THE PASSING OF DJ SUMBODY
Artist and Musician DJ Sumbody has died. Details of his untimely death cannot be released but the artist named Oupa John Sefoka allegedly ran into an unfortunate incident that led to his passing in the early hours of Sunday morning, 20 November 2022.
Details surrounding his passing cannot be disclosed as investigations are still ongoing.
The Sefoka family and Sumsounds Music Management have kindly requested privacy during this difficult time and will release a statement in due course.
Details of the Funeral and Memorial Service will be confirmed.
Contact Person:
Mmanake Mokitimi (Family Spokesperson) +27 76 921 9605
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DJ Sumbody: Biography
Oupa John Sefoka, often known as DJ Sumbody, is a South African musician and disc jockey who was born on June 9. He gained notoriety for being the creator of Ayepyep and Monate Mpolaye.
Suk’emabhozeni, one of his singles that propelled him to stardom in the music industry, nearly turned into a national anthem. In the 1980s, on June 9th, DJ Sumbody was born. South Africa’s Pretoria is where he was born. The DJ, who was born in South Africa, also runs his own business.
He primarily learned about business through his parents and the people in his community. A well-known radio host in South Africa, DJ Sumbody has worked with illustrious radio stations.
DJ Sumbody attended Sunnyside Primary School for his elementary schooling and Bokgoni Technical High School for his secondary education. He attended the Tshwane University of Technology to study, but he left in his second year to pursue a career in music.
Career history
DJ Sumbody’s career began as a volunteer producer and presenter on the prominent young community radio station in Tshwane’s Mashaedi on the Engage program.
In 2018, he issued Monate Mpolaye. He gained national recognition thanks to the song, which has received over 3.1 million YouTube views. He has issued CDs of music like Larger Than House Volume 1 and Volume 2.
On December 6, 2019, he made the album Ashi Nthwela available. DJ Tira, Busiswa, Cassper Nyovest, Holly Rey, Kwesta, Zakes Bantwini, Leehleza, and Londie London are among the celebrities who appear on Ashi Nthwela.
In addition to being an entrepreneur, he and his business partner Kagiso Setsetse are co-owners of the Ayepyep Lifestyle brand.
DJ Sumbody has released over 10 music tracks featuring many South African music stars like Cassper Nyovest, Thebe Mogane, Busiswa, and others
- Piki Piki
- Tonight
- Monate Mpolaye
- Ayepyep
- Jabula
- Ngwana Daddy
- 4 The Kulture
- Ashi Nthwela
- Suk’emabhozeni
- 012 Piano
- Gomonate Mo
- Nsfas
- iDanger Lento
- Mabebeza
DJ’s personal life
Every year on June 9th, DJ Sumbody celebrates his birthday. He is not wed. He hasn’t had kids yet. Due to his intense privacy, he avoids being questioned during interviews about his upbringing and family.
DJ Sumbody as an Entrepreneur:
Ayepyep Lifestyle Brand
Dj Sumbody, also known as Muso Oupa John Sefoka, is a well-known DJ, vocalist, and producer from Pretoria, South Africa.
In addition to music, the instrumentalist is well-known as a radio host and businessman. The singer and his business partner Kagiso Setsetse are co-owners of the Ayepyep Lifestyle Brand.
Ayepyep is a genuine South African brand that gained popularity after serving as the backdrop for numerous music videos for well-known songs. The name of a popular song by Dj Sumbody is “Ayepyep.”
Earlier this month, Dj Sumbody announced the opening of the Ayepyep in Cape Town, a cutting-edge and urban venue that features a restaurant and a lifestyle lounge, on his Instagram page. Later, he published a trailer video promoting the restaurant’s launch weekend. The new brand gold Hennessy was unlocked as the signature appearance for Ayepyep Cape Town on April 2.
Additionally, Dj Sumbody received a compensated relationship with Daytoncpt, a South African Premier Supercar dealer, as a result of the introduction of Ayeyep in Cape Town.
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Dj Sumbody has been introducing Cape Town to notable artists throughout the month, including Cassper Nyovest, Thuli Phongolo, Boity, and Lamiez, to mention a few.
Ayepyep Cape Town has been launching promotional projects on particular days for patron enjoyment ever since the establishment’s opening. DJ Sumbody shared a photo of a social initiative from AyepyeplifestyleCPT on his Instagram on April 21 as an act of kindness and social duty.
“Our hearts go out to all the students affected by the UCT fires,” the caption reads. During this period, Cptayepyeplifestyle would like to offer assistance.
The idea intends to provide lunchboxes to Cape Town students. Additionally, Dj Sumbody’s most recent activities include a musical tour of South Africa with his well-known friend Cassper Nyovest.
ALL-WHITE PARTY, ANNUAL
The DJ was counting down to his Ayepyep fifth edition All White Vueve Picnic, as evidenced by his Instagram stories and pictures.
The intended time for the event was Sunday, November 20, from 12:00 to 22:00.
Boity, Cassper Nyovest, Lady Du, and many other artists were on the roster this year. The festival takes place at Pretoria’s Menlyn Maine Front Lawns and is a laid-back outdoor day-to-night summer experience.
According to Computicket, it will be all-white with a hint of orange.
“Come experience beautiful live performances over some champagne to ease you into the sunset. Where luxury cars, lush lawns, and gardens will provide the backdrop of the picnic set up and a gourmet picnic menu specially designed by our in-house chef at Ayepyep Lifestyle.”
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Previously worked as a Taxi Driver
The Iyamemeza hitmaker initially began ferrying commuters on early-morning cab routes in order to raise money for vinyl records while still in high school.
He handled the cabs for his father.
Additionally, DJ Sumbody was a radio host.
The radio was another interest of the music producer. He worked as a volunteer at a community radio station in Tshwane before getting his big break in the music business.
He ultimately received his own show, Mashaedi on the Engage, along with DJ Syco and Lee on Tshwane FM because of his work ethic.
Net Worth
Due to his success in the music industry, DJ Sumbody is thought to have a net worth of between $500,000 and $1,000,000.
Condolences and RIP messages poured in social media for DJ Sumbody
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