DJ Tino Honoured with Celebration Party for Carling Black Label DJ Clash Achievement
A celebration party has been organized in Bulawayo to honor DJ Tino (real name Spencer Chirinda) for securing second place in the Carling Black Label DJ Clash national finals held in Harare last year. He also emerged as the Bulawayo provincial winner, solidifying his reputation as a rising talent in the industry.
DJ Tino, who has been active in the music scene since 2016, attributes his journey to a deep passion for music. His career began with an interest in music collection and evolved through extensive research, practice, and an open-format approach to DJing. Rather than specializing in a single genre, he embraces a diverse range of sounds, enabling him to adapt to different audiences and performance settings.
His recent success in the Carling Black Label DJ Clash is a significant milestone that he hopes will open new opportunities in the industry. Achieving second place at the national level required relentless dedication, creativity, and practice. DJ Tino views this achievement as validation of his efforts and motivation to further develop his craft.
A distinguishing aspect of DJ Tino’s persona is his masked identity, which initially served as a means to conceal his participation in private gigs. Over time, this evolved into a unique personal brand, setting him apart from his peers. However, this branding has also posed challenges, including misconceptions from security personnel and event organizers.
Despite his talent and recognition, securing consistent bookings remains a challenge. He primarily performs at home and continues to seek opportunities to expand his presence in the industry. DJ Tino acknowledges the competitive nature of DJing, citing financial instability, the pressure to perform for exposure, and the struggle to balance his day job with his artistic ambitions.
Nevertheless, DJ Tino remains committed to his career, drawing motivation from the creative freedom that DJing offers. He continues to refine his skills and connect with new audiences, emphasizing his ability to manipulate music through wordplay and tone play.
The celebration event, named the “Champion Party,” is set to take place in Bulawayo, recognizing DJ Tino’s achievements and his contributions to the local music scene.
