A Handsome Comeback to Screens
Senior Oat, the gospel-inspired deep house producer and DJ, has announced a brand-new project titled The Purge, set to drop this coming Friday, July 25th.
“We haven’t dropped visuals in a minute, and honestly, that’s not okay. You need to see my handsome face on TV again,”
he shared via his social media platforms. He also revealed that three music videos will be released over the coming weeks, shot in collaboration with @hdheavengraphixstudio.
A Voice of Faith in Deep House
Born Mofadi Mogale in Limpopo, Senior Oat is best known for weaving powerful spiritual messages into his music. His sound—rooted in gospel and deep house—stands apart in a genre often dominated by secular themes. He sees his music as a ministry, using melodies and lyrics to remind listeners of their connection to God.
From “All in You” to “The Purge”
Senior Oat rose to prominence with the hit single All in You featuring Kemy Chienda. He has since built a compelling catalog with tracks like Give Me Jesus, S’khanyisele, and Thato Ya Gago, earning a dedicated fanbase and critical recognition.
Facing Industry Realities
Despite his success, Senior Oat recently shared that he has been struggling financially due to a lack of bookings. In a heartfelt appeal, he emphasized that he was not asking for charity but for work, underlining the difficult economic landscape many South African artists are navigating.
A Rich Discography of Spirit and Soul
Senior Oat is signed to LiftedSoul Entertainment and has released several standout projects, including:
Albums:
- Checkmate (2020)
- Above All (2020)
- Thief in the Night (2021)
- Miracles (2024)
Selected Singles & EPs:
- Give Me Jesus (feat. Mzweshper_sa) (2021)
- All In You (feat. Kemy Chienda) (2022)
- Ngizo Thandaza (feat. Oliphant Gold) (2022)
- It Is Well – EP (2023)
- Ezomhlaba (feat. ShimiBoi, Daniel King & Philile G) (2023)
- Find You (feat. Alice Orion) (2023)
- Reason To Pray (Radio Edit) (feat. Mzweshper_sa) (2024)
- Linda (2024)
- Emhlabeni – Single (2025)
As The Purge era begins, fans can look forward to a renewed visual and sonic experience that reflects both Senior Oat’s deep roots in faith and his ever-evolving artistry.
