DJ Milkshake

One of the most versatile and multicultural DJs in South Africa today, DJ Milkshake’s musical expertise has seen him ride a wave of stardom as his popularity continues to grow. 5FM’s decision to give Milkshake his own dance show in 2010 seemed a natural progression for the dynamic DJ. Milkshake’s The Shakedown on Friday nights has enjoyed immense success with 5FM’s listeners.

The Shakedown has attracted a younger audience following out of the greater 5FM demographic. This is largely attributed to Milkshake’s legendary ‘mash-ups’ which take classic songs from a variety of different genres to a new level with fresh and exciting remixes. Milkshake is widely acknowledged in South Africa as being part of the cream of the crop of local DJs.

Born and raised in Soweto, DJ Milkshake’s career began when he helped to establish the WITS DJ Society. Thereafter he quickly became one of the university’s favourite campus DJs, playing at various trendy Johannesburg nightclubs. During this period Milkshake built the foundations for his career, working alongside DJs such as Ready- D and DJ Fresh. Milkshake’s passion for music and playing to live audiences now sees him firmly entrenched on the music scene.

Milkshake’s music speaks to people from all walks of life – from Sandton to Soweto. He takes music-mixing extremely seriously and always has the most up to date software and computer technology at hand to ensure he is at the forefront of the latest trends. Milkshake’s marriage of technology and passion for music has kept him at the top of a fiercely competitive profession and he is sure to be entertaining youthful South Africans for many years to come.