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In motion with Thabo Smol

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Thabo Smol - a South African DJ, producer and one half of Black Motion - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Thabo explains that half of his creative output and performance is part of Black Motion, and the other half is a solo act. He also takes us on his journey in the industry. Thabo will be playing at the annual music event TrevTober in Johannesburg, South Africa in October 2026.
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20 Oct English South Africa Music · Music Interviews

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