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Midnight Grooves: Justice Lekoeneha Spins Sound Into Experience

Justice Lekoeneha. Picture: SUPPLIED
Justice Lekoeneha. Picture: SUPPLIED

By Lerato Mutlanyane

An instant crackle of vinyl at the drop of the beat, followed by a Rhodes piano chord that lingers like cigarette smoke. By the second beat, you’re no longer in your living room—you’re at a rooftop party at 3 a.m. Six years into the industry, 27-year-old Lefu Jus t ice Lekoeneha, originally from Lesotho and now based in the Free State, is carving out a name as an all-round creative. He describes his sound as refined yet rebellious—a fusion where mash-ups, lounge textures and mature grooves meet streetwear sensibilities and sharp visual storytelling. More than just a DJ, authenticity defines him. “I’ve always been drawn to unique things—stuff that not your regular individual is into. Whether it was fashion or my music taste, everything always stood out,” Lekoeneha shared. For him, DJing is far from random. It’s a craft. “People don’t treat DJing with the same amount of respect and honour as other art forms. Mixing, song selection, crowd reading, timing—all of those are a combination of art,” he said. His distinct sound—a blend of lounge and soulful instrumentation—came to him almost by accident. “I would randomly listen to music, then one day I stumbled upon this sound. I had no idea how to define it. One afternoon, while playing at a fashion market, someone suggested lounge music—and everything clicked. I realised, this is it. This is me,” he said. Looking ahead, Lekoeneha’s ambitions stretch far beyond local stages. “In five years, I see myself as an established and respected DJ, known for delivering unique and memorable sets at major events across provinces and internationally. I see myself performing on big stages, including iconic platforms like the Cape Town International Jazz Festival, sharing my sound with mature audiences,” he said. “I’m not just playing music—I’m curating experiences, building a brand, and connecting people through sound.” Through his event platform, JUST US, Lekoeneha is also making waves—hosting high-quality gatherings that spotlight cutting-edge DJs and creative culture. The platform doubles as a listening session space, bringing together a community that appreciates fresh, boundary-pushing sounds. “Through consistency, growth and passion, I’ve built a name that represents authenticity and excellence in the DJ industry,” he emphasised. Something out of the ordinary—Justice doesn’t just play music. He sets the tone.

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