DJ Stokie is a South African DJ and music producer known for his smooth amapiano sets and calm delivery. He is one of the early pioneers of the genre, especially in Soweto, where he helped push amapiano from local clubs to national playlists.
Real Name and Background
His real name is Setoki Mbatha. He was born and raised in Soweto, Johannesburg. He started DJing as a teenager. In the early 2000s, he played deep house and soulful music in local spots.
When amapiano started growing in the townships, DJ Stokie was one of the first to push it seriously. He stayed close to its original form — piano chords, low basslines, and quiet groove.
Music Style
DJ Stokie’s style is calm and steady. He doesn’t use hype drops or loud beats. He builds slow and smooth. His sets feel spiritual. His mixes blend jazz, deep house, and piano lines.
Most of his music is instrumental. He lets the piano and rhythm speak. When he works with vocalists, he picks soft voices that match his sound.
Albums
He doesn’t release too many albums, but each one has strong replay value.
Key Projects:
- My Journey (2019) – His debut album. It introduced his signature sound.
- My Journey Continues (2021) – A follow-up that stayed true to the roots of amapiano.
- Soke S’Bone (2022) – Included more vocal collaborations.
- Top Tier (2023) – This one was praised for clean production and growth.
- Story to House (2025) – His latest work. Focused on mellow piano grooves.
He also drops regular mixes and live sets online, especially on YouTube and Datafilehost.
Songs
- Awukhuzeki ft. Daliwonga, Nia Pearl
- Superman ft. Kabza De Small & Masterpiece
- Ipiano e’Soweto
- Soke S’Bone
- Time Machine
- Top Tier
- Mabebeza
These tracks show his balance — soft groove, deep tone, slow build.
Collaborations
He has worked with:
- Kabza De Small
- Daliwonga
- Nia Pearl
- Murumba Pitch
- Masterpiece YVK
- Nobantu Vilakazi
Stokie is respected in the amapiano circle. Even the biggest names call him “OG” or “elder.”
What Makes Him Different
- He keeps it soft and deep
- He doesn’t chase trends
- His piano is steady and emotional
- He respects the roots of amapiano
- He focuses on quality over hype
Many fans say his music is “healing.” It’s not for the club rush — it’s for long drives, Sunday chill, and night reflections.
Where to Find His Music
- Spotify
- Apple Music
- YouTube
- SoundCloud
- Datafilehost (for older mixes)
He also plays live across South Africa, especially in Gauteng and Limpopo. Sometimes he tours outside SA.
Words
DJ Stokie is not loud. He doesn’t make noise on social media. But his music speaks.
In the amapiano scene, he is a pillar. He was there from the start. And in 2025, he’s still pushing clean, calm sound.
If you want the real amapiano — not just the viral hits — listen to DJ Stokie.
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