This Sunday, Daring Deeply dives Deep into Afro as
@leedasworld takes over the show for the next few weeks.
We’re kicking things off with a special episode featuring
@damystri1 , where we explore the roots of Afro House and how it’s evolved—especially within the London scene.
Tune in for stories, sounds, and soulful reflections on the genre’s journey from its origins to its current-day resonance.
Tune in today from 5pm-7pm UK time.
@damystri1 :
Born and raised in London, music was always central to family life for DaMysteri1 (Dams). She grew up surrounded by the sounds of Grynner, Charlie Pride, Millie Jackson, Ras Shorty I, Aretha Franklin, The Supremes, James Brown, Marvin Gaye, and Jim Reeves — a rich mix that shaped her musical foundation.
A short spell in the USA and deep immersion in hip-hop culture became a life-changing journey of self-discovery. Hearing samples from her mother’s record collection being replayed on the block sparked a deep interest in sound manipulation and further ignited her passion for music.
London’s illegal raves and club scene of the early ’90s introduced her to UK electronic music. Unlike in the U.S., where hip-hop and house often shared space, London’s scene was more segregated and predominantly white. Yet, a new movement was rising — African House music. Pioneers like Joe Claussell, Ron Trent, Osunlade, and a wave of South African artists began shaping a unique underground sound.
Radio came later. A chance encounter with Jennifer Ogole OBE, founder of Bang Radio, rekindled her love for music. Bang became the first legal UK station to dedicate a show to Afro House. Its next evolution, The Beat London 103.6 FM, became the first station in the UK to play Amapiano.
