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Known as the “Gqom King,” DJ Lag is a pioneering South African producer and DJ celebrated for his innovative sound of South African electronic music. Recognized globally, Lag has become, in the words of Mixmag, “One of the best ambassadors for dance music in the world,” and was praised by DJ Mag as a “pioneering force of Gqom’s global explosion.”
From the gritty streets of Durban to the world’s biggest stages, DJ Lag has achieved extraordinary milestones. Hits like "Hade Boss" and "The Re-Up" have expanded his influence, achieving viral status and earning a multi-platinum record with over 20 million streams. In 2024, he headlined a show in London during his ongoing world tour before embarking on a sell-out U.S. tour that solidified his global appeal. He has also performed at the iconic Glastonbury Festival, further cementing his position as a force in international music.
A frequent collaborator, DJ Lag has worked with global stars like Beyoncé, who featured him on her GRAMMY®-winning album The Lion King: The Gift. His music is a pulsating mix of underground beats and global influences, a testament to the genre’s South African roots and its universal appeal.
Through groundbreaking performances and chart-topping tracks, DJ Lag continues to break boundaries, taking Gqom to new heights and uniting audiences worldwide with his electrifying artistry.
From the gritty streets of Durban to the world’s biggest stages, DJ Lag has achieved extraordinary milestones. Hits like "Hade Boss" and "The Re-Up" have expanded his influence, achieving viral status and earning a multi-platinum record with over 20 million streams. In 2024, he headlined a show in London during his ongoing world tour before embarking on a sell-out U.S. tour that solidified his global appeal. He has also performed at the iconic Glastonbury Festival, further cementing his position as a force in international music.
A frequent collaborator, DJ Lag has worked with global stars like Beyoncé, who featured him on her GRAMMY®-winning album The Lion King: The Gift. His music is a pulsating mix of underground beats and global influences, a testament to the genre’s South African roots and its universal appeal.
Through groundbreaking performances and chart-topping tracks, DJ Lag continues to break boundaries, taking Gqom to new heights and uniting audiences worldwide with his electrifying artistry.
Monthly listeners
707,976
Followers
48,206
Top Cities
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Johannesburg31,054 listeners -
Durban21,755 listeners
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Pretoria15,094 listeners
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Cape Town16,045 listeners
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79,804,902 | 4:21 | 2019-07-19 | |
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6,862,937 | 6:22 | 2024-01-19 | |
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3,314,268 | 3:47 | 2021-09-24 | |
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716,246 | 3:23 | 2019-09-06 | |
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635,306 | 3:32 | 2024-04-10 | |
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523,524 | 4:53 | 2022-11-04 | |
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510,977 | 4:10 | 2018-10-05 | |
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469,842 | 4:28 | 2020-12-16 | |
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417,729 | 4:04 | 2021-02-05 | |
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403,709 | 3:17 | 2021-12-03 |
