A self-taught producer, songwriter and DJ, Bethuel Malale, known as DJ West MP, recently dropped a brand-new album titled Journey To The World Vol. 3.

It consists of 15 amapiano songs and features some local musicians.

Malale said it was an enjoyable opportunity to work with talented musicians and he hopes to attract more artists with whom to make hits.

“I hope this album will get people grooving this festive season and make them want more of my music. I also have a new single that explores maskandi sounds. It features Sbhuranation and Passion Master. This is my first Maskandi sound, but more is to come,” Malale said.

This creative fell in love with music in 2005. Two years later, he began producing his own kwaito songs, which he believes forged his musical path.
After he matriculating in 2009, he released his debut single called “Kumnandi eTavern” and this song put him on the local music map.

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“This song allowed me great opportunities as one of Mpumalanga’s fast up-and-coming musicians. In 2013, I entered a music competition called Mpumalanga’s Finest DJ hosted by Ligwalagwala FM. I won a one year contract as a resident DJ at the station. This was one of the defining moments in my career. Over time, I have shared stages with big musicians such as DJ Maphorisa, Oskido, Prince Kaybee and Vetkoek vs Mahoota,” he said.

He also shared some of his goals. “I am working on growing my record label and to work with up-and-coming musicians that need nurturing. Overall, I want to produce music for big artists, too, and take over world-renowned entertainment stages as a DJ.”