The Energy of a Deep House Gathering
Edsoul is a prominent South African deep-soul house DJ and producer, known for his distinctive style that blends soulful, tribal, techno, ambient, and futuristic house music. He believes music is a “spiritual, body, and soul thing,” and this philosophy guides his connection with his audience.
“It’s events like these that keep the culture alive,”
says Edsoul, sitting comfortably at the Bread4Soul event.
“This is one of those events I needed.”
The atmosphere is spiritual, affirming his belief that house music is bigger than any one person.
On Hosting House Royalty: Louie Vega
When asked about recently hosting Grammy-winning DJ Louie Vega, he is visibly emotional.
“It was a dream come true,”
he says.
“He owes us nothing, but he came. That moment? I’ll never forget it for the rest of my life.”
The State of House in South Africa
South Africa’s house music scene is diverse and thriving, with multiple sub-genres flourishing at once. He believes it all comes down to engagement.
“As long as there’s an audience that’s connecting with the music, it works,”
he explains.
“People will forever enjoy it as long as it speaks to them.”
From Accidental Features to Inspired Collabs
One of his latest singles, Can Do Better, came about unexpectedly. Originally recorded with Wanda Baloyi and Harrison Crump later added vocals on a whim—turning the track into an unplanned but powerful collaboration.
“To work with someone I looked up to in the industry was amazing,”
He says.
Living the Dream, One Vinyl at a Time
His love for music began in his early teens, collecting vinyl and DJing.
“I never thought I’d be where I am today,”
he confesses.
“At 14 or 15, I was DJing records of people I now call friends. It’s surreal. Passion drives me.”
The Rhythm Sessions Legacy
Before going solo, Edsoul was one-half of The Rhythm Sessions with Fang DaRhythm.
“We had a synergy that you can’t explain,”
he reflects.
“We’d go weeks without speaking, but the minute we were behind the decks, it was magic.”
The duo ran strong for a decade, and Edsoul credits the experience for shaping his approach to both music and events.
What’s Next: Remixes, Sessions, and More
While Edsoul prefers not to over-plan, he teases plenty in the pipeline. He’s currently in the studio working with undisclosed artists and is about to release a remix package for Change The World—his collaboration with NutownSoul.
“There’s even an international remix coming,”
he hints.
On the Return of NutownSoul
Addressing whispers about NutownSoul’s hiatus, Edsoul clarifies:
“He didn’t quit—just took a break. We’ve been working quietly in the background. You’ll hear what we’ve been cooking soon.”
Unity Over Competition
As the conversation wraps up, Edsoul shares a heartfelt message:
“Shout out to everyone pushing the house music scene forward. Music is not a competition. The more we act as a community, the better.”
From Vinyl to Visionary
Whether curating events like The Soulaced Sessions, hosting legends, or crafting genre-defining tracks, Edsoul embodies the spirit of South African house. With a soulful blend of humility and ambition, he continues to be a torchbearer for a sound that moves not just feet—but hearts and minds.
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