
The Signal with DJ Akio Kawahito
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On this episode of The Signal, Kea Boya sits down with the creator of Strictly Soul, DJ Akio Kawahito, to unpack how one event grew into Africa’s biggest R&B link-up.
From creating spaces built on nostalgia and connection to curating moments that bring thousands of people together through music, the conversation explores the culture behind Strictly Soul and why it continues to resonate with audiences across the continent.
They also dive into the power of R&B, nightlife culture in Johannesburg, and what it really takes to turn a passion for music into a movement people genuinely connect with.
From creating spaces built on nostalgia and connection to curating moments that bring thousands of people together through music, the conversation explores the culture behind Strictly Soul and why it continues to resonate with audiences across the continent.
They also dive into the power of R&B, nightlife culture in Johannesburg, and what it really takes to turn a passion for music into a movement people genuinely connect with.





