Three decades of Easy B’s evolution
Sharon Mathala | Monday March 23, 2026 06:00
Easy B traces his formal entry into music to the mid-1990s when he became a resident DJ for different local clubs. However, his connection to music started years earlier in community halls, where he organised beauty pageants. These early events were modest, but they exposed him to crowds, logistics and the pulse of the entertainment industry.
Around the same time, a popular music outlet, Disco City, owned by Tony Craze Disco, became his turning point. The store was more than just a retail space; it functioned as a meeting point for music enthusiasts and industry players. Easy B spent much of his time there, absorbing the business side of music while building relationships.
It was in this environment that he encountered DJs such as Skizzo and Sid, who had recently returned from studying abroad. Their influence was immediate and lasting. “They came with a swag about them that was never seen before. They introduced to us what was called house parties then,” Easy B recalls.
The timing of these encounters coincided with broader changes in Botswana’s media landscape. For aspiring DJs like Easy B, RB2, which had just been launched in the early 1990s as a youth-oriented alternative to RB1, offered a platform that aligned with the evolving tastes of younger listeners.
Determined to break through, Easy B began compiling mix tapes which he shared with radio DJs. This strategy helped him gain airplay and gradually build a name for himself. Before long, he had become a recognisable figure, both on the radio and in nightlife spaces. His residency at Cameo Club in Tlokweng further cemented his reputation. As his radio presence grew, so did the demand for his services. Clubs across the country began booking him, turning him into one of the most sought-after DJs of his time.
But Easy B’s ambitions extended beyond the DJ booth. In 1999, alongside his business partner Golden Bafana, he organised a Christmas Eve event in Kanye. The lineup included South African group Boom Shaka, a major draw at the time. Working with a modest budget of P6,000, the event attracted over 1,000 attendees. It was a defining moment. “That’s when I realised there was something bigger here,” he says.
The success of that show marked the beginning of his career as a promoter, a role he continues to occupy decades later. The event evolved over the years, moving from Kanye to Mochudi, then to Rasesa, and eventually settling in Mahalapye. Today, it is widely recognised as the Homecoming Concert, a popular staple on the local entertainment calendar.
In the early 2000s, Easy B’s network expanded further when he began working with South African DJ Fresh, who became a regular feature at his events. The relationship, however, was not without challenges.
“I can admit he was not getting paid, yes, and anyone can get mad at that,” Easy B says candidly. “But we have since buried the hatchet and now I can safely say the relationship has matured. He was part of our last show, as you saw,” he shared.
Such moments reflect the complexities of the entertainment industry, where partnerships are often tested by financial and operational pressures. Easy B is open about the difficulties he has faced over the years. He acknowledges that his journey has not been smooth and that mistakes have been part of his growth.
“Yes, I have made mistakes. I have had deals being taken away from me and I, too, am sure there are people out there who can say I have done them bad. But we all learn and move on for the love of music,” he says.
He also points to challenges that promoters often face but which rarely make headlines.
“I have been treated unfairly, and I too could say I have played the game as well. There are artists we have paid lots of money that never turned out for our events, with no explanation. But they are quick to rush to the media when a promoter does wrong. They never share these stories that they put us through,” he shared. Despite these setbacks, Easy B has remained consistent. When asked what has sustained him over the years, his answer is straightforward: commitment. “It’s all about commitment,” he says. This commitment has also shaped his perspective on the next generation of promoters and DJs. Rather than viewing them as competitors, he sees them as collaborators and sources of inspiration. “I don’t see the new crop as competitors but people I can learn from. Even for them, sometimes when the going gets tough, they call me and say, ‘Mdala, we need you.’ So, for me, there shouldn’t be any comparison between the old and the new crop,” Easy B believes.
He speaks with admiration about younger players in the industry, acknowledging their drive and innovation. “Right now, I am surrounded by these young guys, and they amaze me all the time. Sometimes I look at them in admiration, wishing I had the same drive and intellect when I was coming up. I could be far.”
Easy B recalls that whilst he couldn’t give a figure, it was the 2014 events that made him the most profit.
“It was unbelievable, we had over 10,000 people at that event,” he said. On the business, Easy B shared that sponsors play a pivotal role in shaping an event because, with a budget, he believes the sky is the limit for a promoter.
Now, after decades in the industry, Easy B is marking his journey with an event that reflects both his past and present. On March 28, he will host a show at the Grand Aria Hotel titled “The Evolution of Easy B.”
Asked when he intends to hang up his boots, Easy B answers, “ The time will come but for now I am still strong in the game.”
The event, described as a platform “to give the man his flowers,” will feature artists he has worked with over the years, both locally and internationally. It is positioned not just as a celebration but as a reflection of a career that has contributed to shaping Botswana’s entertainment landscape. Tickets are on sale for P200 standard tickets, P900, P1000 and P3000 for the VIP with different offerings.