Music visionary DJ C-Live embarks on a bold new chapter with the introduction of ZEN — a sonic and spiritual alias rooted in his middle name, Zenzele. More than just a rebrand, ZEN represents a deeper, more intentional expression of sound, creativity, and Afrocentric connection.
“This alias isn’t about leaving something behind; ZEN has always been lurking in the background,” says ZEN. “It’s about realignment. It’s about returning to what truly resonates — sound, story, soul, and self.”
Beyond the Beat: From Legacy to Expansion
While DJ C-Live remains a celebrated force in hip-hop broadcasting and urban culture, ZEN steps into the foreground as an extension — not a replacement. Where DJ C-Live symbolizes the legacy of radio, mixtapes, and live-stage mastery, ZEN is rooted in curation, creative direction, and a movement-driven aesthetic.
As the creator of influential platforms like the Hot 99 Hip-Hop Countdown and a visual collaborator on cultural moments such as the late AKA’s Orchestra on the Square, ZEN’s creative fingerprints are everywhere. From YFM to 5FM, Club 808, Channel O’s The Mix Up, and Voov TV, his presence has shaped South African music and media both in front of and behind the scenes.
A Discography that Crosses Sound & Soul
ZEN’s musical work has consistently pushed boundaries. His genre-blending collaborations include:
- Coco Dreams ft. PdotO & T Phoenix
- Coco Dreams Remix ft. PdotO, T Phoenix, Nveigh, DeeKay Did It, ELLIoT BLeSS & Gigi Lamayne
- Ziyawa ft. Just Bheki, Anzo & Musiholiq
- Monate Fela ft. Mad on Dough
- We Stay Winning ft. AB Crazy & Kapital K
- Potential ft. Aymos & Gobi Beast
- Potential Remix ft. DJ Cleo, Aymos & Gobi Beast
- Hey Black Girl ft. Ntsiki Mazwai
His critically acclaimed #JustTheTipMashup series masterfully weaves together cinema, soul, and nostalgic soundscapes — further proving his talent for storytelling through music.
Though his upcoming projects remain under wraps, one thing is clear: ZEN isn’t just a name — it’s a manifesto. This is the expansion of DJ C-Live’s creative ecosystem into something more immersive, intentional, and transcendent.
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