Deejay Avesh
Deejay Avesh | |
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Avishkar Sonna |
| Also known as | Deejay Avesh |
| Born | 25 August 1988 Durban, South Africa |
| Musical career | |
| Origin | South African |
| Occupation(s) | Music Producer |
| Instruments | Keyboard |
| Years active | 2002–present |
| Labels | Bhavani Entertainment and Investments |
| Website | www |
Avishkar Sonna, popularly known as Deejay Avesh (born 25 August 1988) is a South African DJ and Music Producer.
Early Life[edit]
Born in the Township of Phoenix, KwaZulu-Natal, north of Durban, in South Africa, Avishkar is the youngest of two children and the son of the late Pritham (Roy) Sonna, and Anusha Sonna, a retired Warrant Officer of the South African Navy, and a retired School Teacher. Sonna is a Hindu of Indian descent and is a self taught keyboard player.
In 2002, at 14 years old, with the help of a Computer Program called PCDJ, Deejay Avesh made his first Remix.[1] This was a huge accomplishment at the time, as he had now mastered the art of beat-matching two songs together which is a critical skill needed as a DJ.
Career: 2006 - The Beginning[edit]
In 2006, 18 year old Deejay Avesh, played his debut set at Krakatoa Nightclub in Sibaya Casino, Durban and by the end of this year, he secured a Radio Interview on Youth Crossfire with CJ Benjamin on National Radio Station Lotus FM. This interview ended with Deejay Avesh showcasing his talent on the decks, which impressed listeners as well as other Radio Jocks, and by the end of the show, Deejay Avesh had become the In-House DJ for the show Youth Crossfire, with a weekly set every Friday for the next 2 years.[2]
During this time, Deejay Avesh continued to make a name for himself by playing at Nightclubs, Lounges, Outdoor and Corporate Events.
2008: Relocating To Johannesburg[edit]
In 2008, Deejay Avesh decided to relocate from Durban to Johannesburg, seeking better job opportunities and freelanced for many nightclubs such as Madison Avenue Rivonia, Tiger Tiger Fourways, SET Rosebank, Avastar Rivonia, Vacca Matta Montecasino to name a few.[3]
2013: International Record Deal[edit]
A track by Deejay Avesh, called "Take You Away", featuring South African vocalist RAH on vocals, was picked up by one of the Pioneers of House Music, Keith Thompson of New York, signed and released under his label Jamlure/Thompsonic Records.[4]
2020: Second Place Worldwide[edit]
In 2020, Deejay Avesh entered a Remix Competition hosted by Terry Gajraj. His remix made the Top 5, coming in at Number 1, and ultimately winning second place in the World Finals. [1]
This remix was released through South African Record Label "Bhavani Entertainment & Investments" and opened the door for future opportunities working with the Legendary Terry Gajraj.
2021: International Success and Collaborations[edit]
Chal Gaye Nana was the next official release between Deejay Avesh and Terry Gajraj, a track that has gone viral on Social Media Platforms such as TikTok and Facebook.
Released Worldwide in April 2021 on Bhavani Entertainment & Investments, with the Music Video following shortly after, The Chal Gaye Nana TikTok Dance Challenge has taken the world by storm.
Created by World-Renowned Choreographer Sashin Rob Kandhai of Oriental Fire, the #chalgayenanachallenge has almost 1 Million Views on TikTok, with videos being posted by dancers from South Africa, Canada, Guyana, America and others.[1]
Discography[edit]
- Toxic Fusion (2005), Venus Cassettes & Records
- Dance Vibes 1 (2006), Venus Cassettes & Records
- Dance Vibes 2 (2006), Venus Cassettes & Records
- My Instrumental Remixes (2006), Venus Cassettes & Records
- Flashbacks (2006), Venus Cassettes & Records
- Ultimate Remixes 1 (2007), Venus Cassettes & Records
- Klub Kutz (2008), Venus Cassettes & Records
- Beans & Puri Official Remix (2011), - With Rajdev "Kinx" Nundkumar
- Don't Dala with the Masala Official Remix (2011), - With Rajdev "Kinx" Nundkumar
- Shakalala Official Remix (2011), - With Rajdev "Kinx" Nundkumar
- The Taxi is Gangeetz Official Remix (2013), - With Rajdev "Kinx" Nundkumar
- Respect Official Remix (2013), - With Rajdev "Kinx" Nundkumar
- Take You Away (2013), - With RAH, Thompsonic Records
- Bamboo (2014), Takeova Records
- Stop (2016), - With Rivaan B
- Step Aside (2016), - With Adrenaline & Kaybee
- Shake Yuh Kangkalang Remix (2020), - With Terry G & Jumo, Bhavani Entertainment & Investments
- Chal Gaye Nana (2021), - With Terry G, Bhavani Entertainment & Investments
- Ham Na Bhulenge Tumko (2021), - With Pritisha M, Mahesh Rao, Suraj Jewan, Adriz Ghosh, Stuti Tiwari, Yuvraj M, Ravesh Surjoo, Bhavani Entertainment & Investments
- Song For Denise (2021), - With LX Seth, LX Seth (Pty) Ltd
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 "WATCH: DJ Avesh makes international waves". North Coast Rising Sun. 13 May 2021. Retrieved 18 July 2021.
- ↑ "Biography". Mixcloud. Retrieved 2 August 2021.
- ↑ "Biography". Hearthis.at. Retrieved 2 August 2021.
- ↑ "On the Couch Avishkar Sonna • Tabloid Newspapers". Tabloid Newspapers. 1 June 2021. Retrieved 18 July 2021.
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