After a month of touring and performing in Guangzhou and Shanghai, the South African DJ is preparing for a Dubai club run while setting his sights on new music around Easter 2027.
DJ and music producer DJ Melzi is taking his sound beyond familiar territory, having completed a month of back-to-back performances in China, with Dubai next on his international itinerary and new music planned for Easter 2027.
Born Tumelo Mphai, the DJ has been building his name through music, live performances and brand partnerships. His latest international run, which took him to Guangzhou and Shanghai, marks another step in his pursuit of opportunities beyond South Africa’s entertainment scene.
For the artist, international travel is about more than adding destinations to his schedule. It also creates opportunities to introduce his sound to different audiences, experience new environments and continue developing his identity as an entertainer.
A month of music in China
DJ Melzi spent a full month in China, performing across Guangzhou and Shanghai as part of a busy schedule of gigs.
The two cities offered him an opportunity to take his music to audiences in a different market while gaining further international performance experience.
China’s vast and diverse entertainment landscape presents opportunities for artists looking to grow beyond their home countries. For South African musicians and DJs, performing abroad can also help build connections with promoters, audiences and industry players in markets where local sounds are still finding new listeners.
His time in China also brought fashion into the picture, with the DJ showcasing his association with Vialli, the fashion brand for which he serves as a brand ambassador.
Music meets fashion
Beyond the DJ booth, Melzi’s association with Vialli reflects the connection between music, fashion and youth culture.
For many contemporary entertainers, personal style has become an important part of their public identity. From stage appearances to international travel, fashion can complement an artist’s sound and help communicate the image they want to project.
As a Vialli ambassador, Melzi continues to bring the brand into his world of performances and entertainment, positioning himself at the intersection of music and style.
His international appearances provide another platform for that relationship, allowing him to represent the brand while continuing to develop his profile as a South African entertainer.
Dubai is next on the itinerary
Having wrapped up his month in China, DJ Melzi is preparing to spend two weeks in Dubai, where club performances are expected to form part of his schedule.
The upcoming trip will give him another opportunity to connect with audiences outside South Africa and continue building his international performance portfolio.
Dubai has established itself as an international entertainment destination, attracting performers, DJs and music lovers from different parts of the world. For touring artists, the city’s club scene offers opportunities to reach diverse audiences and establish relationships within the entertainment industry.
For Melzi, the move from Guangzhou and Shanghai to Dubai keeps the momentum going as he balances international bookings with his longer-term musical ambitions.
Further details about his Dubai performances can be shared as arrangements are confirmed.
New music on the horizon
While international gigs remain a priority, DJ Melzi is also looking ahead to his next chapter in the studio.
The DJ and producer is planning to release new music around Easter 2027, giving fans something to anticipate as he continues to develop his catalogue.
Although details about the upcoming songs have not yet been announced, the planned releases will provide an opportunity for listeners to reconnect with his work beyond the dance floor.
Balancing performances with music production is an important part of an artist’s development. While live shows introduce an entertainer to new audiences, recorded music gives listeners something to return to long after the performance has ended.
For Melzi, the coming months present an opportunity to build on his international experiences while preparing fresh material for his supporters.
The journey continues
From performances in Guangzhou and Shanghai to an upcoming stint in Dubai, DJ Melzi is entering another period of movement in his career.
His international schedule, relationship with Vialli and plans for new music reflect an artist continuing to explore opportunities across entertainment, fashion and live performance.
As he prepares for his next destination, the focus remains on growing his reach, connecting with new audiences and developing the music that will define his next chapter.
For DJ Melzi, the world is becoming an increasingly important part of the journey – but the music remains at the centre of it.
