Celeb Savant

Andrea Von Kampen - an American folk singer and songwriter - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Andrea explains that she is surprised by the fact that being an artist in the industry has very little to do with actually creating music, how she approaches creating for projects for film and television, and how learning cover songs can assist with pushing an artist out of their comfort zone. Website - www.andreavonkampen.com Instagram - @andreavonkampen Facebook - @avonkampen Twitter - @avonkampen TikTok - @andreavonkampen YouTube - @andreavonkampen

Joneaux - a South African singer, songwriter and music content creator - joins us live in studio on this episode of Celeb Savant. Joneaux explains that he was not musically talented, but with determination, passion and training he developed his craft. We also discuss what has surprised him on his musical journey, and what inspired him to create content to support the local music industry. This episode of Celeb Savant was recorded live in studio at Solid Gold Podcasts in Randburg, Johannesburg, South Africa. Instagram - @joneauxmusic Facebook - @joneaux TikTok - @joneauxmusic YouTube - @joneaux

Donna Taylor - a British award-winning producer, director and owner of DT Films - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Donna explains how being part of the Chickenshed Theatre Company helped shape her career, the transition to moving into directing and production, and how the main challenge of being in the film industry is financing projects. Website - www.dtfilms.co.uk Instagram - @dtfilmsltd Facebook - @donna.taylor.54 @dtfilmproductions

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. Instagram - @realthabosmol TikTok - @thabosmol YouTube - @thabosmol

Marcelo Tavares - a Brazilian DJ, audio engineer, and curator - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Marcelo explains how he developed a passion for producing music, and he tells us about his podcast (which he started in 2010) - Deep Space Podcast. Marcelo will be playing at the annual music event TrevTober in Johannesburg, South Africa in October 2026. Website - www.deepspacepodcast.com Instagram - @deepspacepodcast Facebook - @deepspacepodcast @marcelodeepspacepodcast YouTube - @DeepSpaceBroadcast