Cuebur recalls his Braamfontein event days, notably 2 Sides of the Beat, as a time of fearless musical experimentation. He merged house and hip-hop long before it became a trend, collaborating with artists like OKMalumKoolKat. The result was the genre-defying hit Usangikhumbula, which he credits to the creative synergy with producer Kid Fonque and his circle.
Working with Thandie Draai – Creative Synergy and Big Projects Ahead
Cuebur describes singer, producer, songwriter, and DJ Thandie Draai as an “all-round creative” blessed with talent. Together, they’ve worked on multiple remix projects and a memorable Back 2 Back Descendents set at Truth, now available on YouTube. Thandie is currently working on a major remix project, with Cuebur serving as her engineer.
Balancing Day Job and Music Career
Beyond the decks, Cuebur is an audio post-production specialist at One Nation Studios, working as a sound designer, dialogue editor, and final mixer. His portfolio includes Netflix shows like Umjolo and Miseducation, and Amazon Prime’s In Your Dreams. Evenings and weekends are dedicated to mixing, mastering, and producing new music.
Recent and Upcoming Music
Fans can check out his latest work, including the Oya (Cuebur Spirit Mix) and Ushaka with Buhle from Kabo Music. He is also working on multiple unreleased remixes, promising exciting drops in the near future.
Advice for Artists Entering Audio Post-Production
Cuebur encourages aspiring artists to align with the right people, knock on doors, and always be ready to present their work. He suggests using platforms like Artlist to practice sound design on video clips, building a portfolio that can open opportunities in both music and film industries.
