Actress-turned-DJ Thuli P and dancer-turned-gqom DJ Slenda Da Dancing have been making headlines since the announcement of their major collaboration of Amapiano and Gqom music.
The pair introduced themselves as ‘2faced’ highlighting that their collaboration brings together two distinct musical genres, amapiano and gqom, in a harmonious fusion.
The DJs have since been performing at different events showcasing their skills for their millions of fans across South Africa.
Videos of their vibrant performances have also been shared on social platforms with many giving a nod to the group while others threw judgements.
Thuli P, whose dancing skills were criticised, spoke about the experience after introducing themselves to the entertainment industry highlighting her strengths and weaknesses.
The renowned DJ had an interview on Ukhozi FM where she got candid about the collaboration and the importance of representation.
“In my mind, I dance like Slenda and I am able to dance. When I look at myself, it did not turn out that way. And I told Slenda that the best thing we can do when we collaborate is not try to mimic each other. We need to be who we are, because there is someone we see themselves in us. So representation is very important in every industry. Someone must be able to look at something and know that it is possible.”
Taking to millions of their followers on social media they said: “ A Musical Odyssey Inspired by the Janus Concept! In ancient Roman mythology, Janus, the god of beginnings and transitions, gazed in two opposite directions, symbolising the duality of time, doorways, and endings. Just as Janus presided over the ebb and flow of conflict, ‘Faced’ brings together two distinct musical genres, amapiano and gqom, in a harmonious fusion.
“Meet the masterminds behind this musical journey: Thuli P, a renowned actress turned amapiano DJ, and Slenda da dancing DJ, an iconic dancer turned gqom DJ. Together, they bridge the gap between two powerful musical worlds, seamlessly blending the beats and rhythms of Amapiano with the raw energy of gqom. Prepare to be enticed by this unique experience where two genres unite on stage, creating a mesmerizing musical fusion. @2faced_sa invites you to embrace the duality of sound and embark on a musical journey like no other.”