Smile Interviews
Interviews as they happen with artists, newsmakers, celebrities and experts.
11 Episodes
Getting to know Majozi
Majozi is a beloved South African artist who has a diverse fan base both locally and abroad. In this conversation, he shares inspiring insights on how he deals with imposter syndrome, the joy of making an album, what live performances mean to him, and his love for the Afrikaans music…
Lauren-Lee sings her story to inspire moms of preemie babies
Capetonian singer-songwriter Lauren-Lee had a challenging start to motherhood with her son born prematurely and her subsequent health risks. She channeled her feelings, her experience, and her wish to comfort other moms in the same situation into a song called "To Womb It May Concern". Hear Lauren-Lee's story and how…
From teacher to international deal: The TikTok success of Whitney April
In just a year, Whitney April from Cape Town went from being a Grade 1 teacher to signing an international management deal that saw her recording in the USA and making her debut on the local music scene. She has exciting new music being released in 2023 and visited the…
Valerie Omari on "Closure" and using telecommunication to collaborate
Gorgeous and talented, Valeri Omari is a soulful Congolese-South African R&B singer who stirs emotions with her lyrics and smooth melodies. Her new EP "Closure" is an amazing feat because it was created with collaborators Valerie hasn't yet met in person - it's all social media connections that resulted in…
How did Nile Rodgers end up playing on Lola Audreys' single "Miami"?
Lola Audreys is a South African sensation and she's catching the attention of the biggest names in the international music industry. But, how did this bubbly and talented pop artist get the iconic Nile Rodgers to play on her song "Miami"? She shares the incredible story with Smile FM.
Jesse Clegg shares how "Hoping for a Miracle" reimagines his father's hit songs
"Hoping for a Miracle" is a brand new song featuring Johnny Clegg and Msaki. It was produced by Johnny's son, Jesse Clegg who took four of Johnny's big hits and reworked them into a contemporary song. He shared the inspiration behind the song as well as how he surprised Msaki…
Beatenberg is back with a new EP!
SA music faves Beatenberg have released a new EP called "On the way to Beatenberg". We found out how the music was made and how the band feels about coming home to play exciting live shows over the summer.
Indie pop artist Jess Meyer chats to Smile FM
South African-born artist and songwriter Jess Meyer is making a name for herself in Ireland and the UK with her amazing debut songs. She shares her songwriting process and how SA continues to inspire her creativity.
Cape Town TikTok sensation Whitney April talks about her whirlwind success
25-year-old former teacher Whitney April has signed an international management deal after amassing hundreds of thousands of views on TikTok. She shares the surprise of her journey from singing for the kids in her class to releasing her debut single and recording new music in the USA.
Will Linley talks about being the opening act for One Republic
Will Linley chats to Smile FM about his stellar year that includes a career-defining opportunity as the opening act for One Republic when they perform in South Africa in November 2022.
Nataniel praat oor Afrikaans in Styl
Suid-Afrikaanse sanger, liedjieskrywer, vermaaklikheidster en topverkoperskrywer, Nataniel praat met Ewan Strydom oor Afrikaans in Styl.