DJ Speedsta

Lesego Nkaiseng (born 4 May 1992), better known as DJ Speedsta, is a South African DJ and TV personality from Johannesburg, South Africa. He is best known for his hit single, "Mayo".

Early life Lesego Nkaiseng was born in the Vaal Triangle and later based in Johannesburg; he began DJing while in his teens and gained a reputation in the local club and radio scenes before moving into national broadcast roles.

Career Music In April 2015, he joined YFM to host two shows includes: The Hip Hop Floor and Hot 9Nine – Hip Hop. On January 25, 2019, his debut studio album Bottlebrush Street was released. The album features Zoocci Coke Dope, Casper Nyovest and Riky Rick. At the 2019 DStv Mzansi Viewers Choice Awards he was nominated for Favourite DJ. Following year at the 2020 South Africa Hip Hop Awards, he was nominated for Best DJ.

On July 9, 2021, he co-host SABC 1 music show Live Amp alongside with DJ Lamiez.

On August 13, 2021, his single "Pardon My French" featuring Zoocci Coke Dope & Lucasraps was released. Speedsta received a nomination for DJ of the Year at the 2021 South African Hip Hop Awards.

Radio and television Speedsta has hosted hip-hop shows on major South African youth stations. In 2015 he joined YFM where he presented programmes such as *The Hip Hop Floor* and related shows. In 2017 he was announced as co-host of *Absolute Hip Hop* on Metro FM alongside Luthando "LootLove" Shosha.

In 2021 he joined SABC1 music television programming, co-hosting the revived season of *Live Amp* with DJ Lamiez and later co-hosting the talent show *1's and 2's*.

In March 2022 Speedsta publicly announced his departure from Metro FM after several years at the station.

Discography Studio albums Bottlebrush Street (2019)

Mixtapes Mixtape TitleMixtape DetailsThe Guy: Episode 1 - Season 23 Released: 4 December 2015 Label: Sid Records Formats: Digital download

Filmography Television Year Title Role Notes 2018–present Live Amp Himself Host 1's and 2's Himself Co-host

Awards and nominations YearAward CeremonyPrizeWork/RecipientResult 2014 South African Hip Hop Awards 2014 DJ of the Year Himself 2015 South African Hip Hop Awards 2015 Best Collabo Special Somebody (featuring Cassper Nyovest, Riky Rick and Anatii) DJ of the Year Himself 2017 16th Metro FM Music Awards Best Collaboration Mayo (featuring Yung Swiss, Tellaman, Shane Eagle and Frank Casino) Best Hit Single Mayo (featuring Yung Swiss, Tellaman, Shane Eagle, and Frank Casino)