Lloyiso

Lloyiso
Birth nameLoyiso Gijana
Born (1999-03-08) March 8, 1999 (age 25)
Uitenhage, Eastern Cape, South Africa
GenresAfropop
Pop
Occupationsinger-songwriter
Instruments
  • vocals
  • piano
Years active2015 – present
Labels

Loyiso Gijana (born 8 March 1999), professionally known as Lloyiso is South African singer-songwriter and producer. Born and raised in Uitenhage, Eastern Cape, Lloyiso developed musical interest at the age of 12 and contested on Idols SA season 11 in 2015.

Following his exit from Idols SA, Lloyiso signed a recording deal with Ambitiouz Entertainment in 2018 and released "Nontsikelelo", "Intlizyo" featuring Langa Mavuso. [1]

Shortly after his departure with former label, Lloyiso signed recording deal with Universal Music Group South Africa and Republic Records in 2021.[2]

Towards the end of February 2023, Lloyiso announced his extended play Seasons and release date.[3]

The EP was released on March 31, 2023.[4] Seasons was entirely produced by Earwulf, Mr. Hudson, and Stargate. His extended play earned him 3 nominations at South African Music Awards and won Best Pop Album.[5]

In early May 2024, Lloyiso announced Elephant in the Room Tour, the tour includes 4 dates. The tour is scheduled to start at Pretoria, June 8, other 3 dates will be announced later.[6] [7]

  1. ^ de Wee, Naledi (2022-04-17). "Idols SA' to international star: A look at Lloyiso's music career [watch]". The South African. Retrieved 2024-03-11.
  2. ^ Thangevelo, Debashine (2021-09-10). "Former 'Idols SA' contestant Lloyiso becomes 1st SA artist signed to Republic Records". Independent Online. Retrieved 2024-03-11.
  3. ^ Kekana, Chrizelda (2023-02-26). "Poised for a global takeover, Lloyiso announces debut EP 'Seasons'". TimesLIVE.
  4. ^ "Singer Lloyiso releases his eagerly awaited debut EP 'Seasons' Today". trace Stuff. 2023-03-31. Retrieved 2024-03-11.
  5. ^ Selisho, Kaunda (21 Oct 2023). "HELLO WEEKEND | Sama-nominee Lloyiso shares personal highlights after a meteoric year". South African: News24. Retrieved 2024-03-11.
  6. ^ Pasiya, Lutho (2024-05-02). "Lloyiso announces his 'Elephant in the Room' four-city tour". Independent Online. Retrieved 2024-05-15.
  7. ^ Lee Stark, Tracy (2024-05-02). "Multi-award-winning singer Lloyiso about to hit the road on a tour around South Africa | City Press". South Africa: City Press. Retrieved 2024-05-15.