About DBN Gogo
Born 1993. DBN Gogo is a South African record producer and disc jockey.
Mandisa Radebe professionally known as DBN Gogo, is a South African DJ and music producer who was born on 28 May 1993. Born in Durban and raised in Pretoria, she gained local attention following release of her debut single "Khuza Gogo", which was certified Platinum in South Africa.
Career In April 2020, she was featured on Channel O's Lockdown House Party hosted by Channel 0 and garnered local attention.
"Khuza Gogo" featuring Mpura, Ama Avenger, and M.J was released on 19 March 2021. The song was certified platinum by in South Africa.
On 21 August 2021, her first collaborative EP Thokoza Café with DJ Dinho was released
In October 2021, she became the first South African to join Global Equal programme by Spotify.
In 1 February, she was announced as a host of Boiler Room x Ballantine's True Music Studios. Her record label Zikode Records was established in February 2022, in partnership with Universal Music Group.
"Bells" with TNK MusiQ, DJ Stopper featuring Eltonk SA was released on March 4, 2022. The song entered Local Streaming Top 10 at number 1.
In March 2022, she was featured on Spotify Africa Radar programme.
In 24 April, she performed at Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in the in U.S.
In early November 2022, She announced her debut studio album What's Real. The album was released on 25 November 2022.
In 2023, she collaborated with singer Zee Nxumalo and DJ duo Shakes & Les on the song "Funk 55". The song peaked at no. 6 and was certified 5× platinum by the Recording Industry of South Africa (RiSA).
Personal life Mandisa Radebe was born in Durban, but her family relocated to Pretoria where she grew up and spent her childhood. Her interest in music began at an early age, participating in school choirs.
Radebe comes from a business and politically connected family. She is the daughter of former South African minister in the presidency Jeff Radebe who was also the former minister of energy. Businesswoman and mining magnate Bridgette Motsepe Radebe is her stepmother. "Bambelela" Song of the Year
DJ of the Year
Amapiano Artist of the Year Clout Africa awards 2022
DJ of the Year DStv Mzansi Viewers' Choice Awards
Favourite DJ
Favourite Personality MTV Europe Music Awards 2024
Best African Act Metro FM Music Awards
Best Female Artist
Best Styled Artist Mzansi Kwaito and House Music Awards
Best DJ
Best AmaPiano Song SA Amapiano Music Awards
"Khuza Gogo" Amapiano Song of the Year
Amapiano Artist of the Year Best Female Amapiano Artist Best Amapiano Female DJ Act
Most Viral Amapiano Song of the Year South African Music Awards
Motsepe Foundation Record of the Year
Best Dance Album
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Who is DBN Gogo?
South African DJ
When was DBN Gogo born?
DBN Gogo was born on 30 May 1993 in Durban.
What is DBN Gogo's occupation?
DBN Gogo is a record producer and disc jockey.
What nationality is DBN Gogo?
DBN Gogo is South African.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). DBN Gogo. https://biography.guide/dbn-gogo/
MLA: "DBN Gogo." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/dbn-gogo/.
Chicago: "DBN Gogo." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/dbn-gogo/.
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