NYLON interviews South African superstar DJ Uncle Waffles about getting her start during the pandemic, her go-to dance move, and her tips for getting into amapiano.
Introducing... Spinning Out, a recurring series in which NYLON spotlights the most exciting DJs working the circuit right now. Get to know promising upstarts and sub-genre superstars — before they hit the big leagues., all from her rowdy sets in which she grinds, twerks, pop-locks, and generally moves nonstop behind the decks.
In recent months, the rise of South African pop star Tyla and the Drake-cosigned DJ duo Major League DJz have made amapiano a global sensation — but you might consider Uncle Waffles one of its earliest champions, at least in the clubs. Below, get to know the party starter as she talks getting her start during the pandemic, her go-to dance move, and the wildest show she’s ever played.
I saw you at Coachella in 2023. You were dancing so energetically on stage. I feel like dance is such a huge part of your personality as a DJ. Can you tell me how that started?, I used to be that kid they bring and say, “Come dance for us.” When I started DJing, I used to dance when I was alone, but when I started playing for people, I used to not dance because I wasn’t as confident. When I started getting more confident, I started moving more and people showed that they actually liked it.
Over the past few years, you’ve been a part of this global rise of amapiano. What do you think is important for people to know about the scene? I think the main thing people need to know is that the genre is created for dance. It’s a genre created purely from feelings, because the log drum imitates the heartbeat. It doesn’t exclude anyone. It is for everyone. Literally, any type of musician can hop on amapiano, it can go into any song. You don’t have to understand it, just rock with it.
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