Kyle Deutsch On Music, Collaborations And The Industry That Idols Exposed Him To

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Kyle Colin Deutschmann / Doctor / Chiropractor / Artist

Did you ever think you’d end up in the music industry?

To be honest, I never thought I’d be in the music industry to the extent that I am in now. I always thought a little talent would get me in, but not to this extreme. I guess sometimes we underestimate ourselves. It wasn’t until about three years ago that I started recording my music, this happened after injuries prevented me from continuing my football career professionally, I then decided to continue with a Chiropractic/Health business and the Music.

What’s the first thing you do when you wake up?

The first thing I do when I wake up definitely has to be, checking my phone. Mainly for the time but then to go through anything I may have missed whilst sleeping.

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Your latest offering, ‘Can’t Get Enough’, in a nutshell is about what?

Can’t Get Enough is a song that describes a feeling of desire and passion, created by a moment that you are infatuated with. A moment that blocks out the world and feelings that surround you. Its your muse.

What did your journey on Idols do for the musician that you are today?

Idols was a show that taught me a lot about the local music industry, introduced me to people in the industry and exposed my brand to the country. It taught me to be more comfortable on stage and in front of a crowd. It taught me to believe in myself and that I had/have what it takes to make it in the industry.

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How do you balance out work and play?

This is a tough question because in this industry the two overlap very often. These days I prioritize my spare time for family and loved ones. The rest of the time is work.

If you could change one thing about your journey so far, what would it be?

I wouldn’t change a thing thus far, I’ve been very happy with the journey thus far.

Can fans look forward to future Kyle and Shekhinah collaborations?

Definitely.

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Is there any special significant other in your life at the moment?

There is indeed.

What makes you happy?

I love good company, witty conversations, music, and good food.

Your most memorable moment in the industry so far?

In the brief year and a half that we’ve been releasing music the moments keep getting better and better. From Back To The Beach going gold, to performing to over twenty thousand people at MTN BushFire Festival and Joburg Day. No one can explain the feeling of having that many people singing along to your own music.

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Follow Kyle!

Instagram: @kyle_deutsch

Twitter: @kyle_deutsch

Facebook: Kyle Deutsch

 

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Shekhinah Donnell On The Metro FM Awards, Back To The Beach And The Student Life

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Shekhinah Thandi Donnell
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The Shekhinah people don’t know, describe her…
She is a very pessimistic girl whose biggest enemy and competition is herself…That’s very deep but true, I guess in a sense, where I struggle to see my success and focus a lot on my weakness.

At what age did you start singing?
As a teenager in the church and school choir.

You and Kyle Deutsch opened up the Metro FM Awards 2016 with the massive hit ‘Back To The Beach’ this past weekend, how did that moment feel like for you?
It was a great, honourable start to the beginning of our careers in the music industry.

Any more future Shekhinah and Kyle Deutsch collaborations?
Definitely!

 

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What else have you been busy with since your days on Idols?
Studying a 3-year Live Performance course at AFDA.

If you could change one thing about your journey on Idols, what would it be?
I wouldn’t change anything about the journey, I loved the experience.

Would you say you have real friends in the industry?
No, I wouldn’t say that I do…More of colleagues and acquaintances.

So far, what have you learnt about your talent?
That it has endless opportunities.

Exciting stuff in store for your fans for the rest of 2016?
Yes! Lots and lots in store.

 

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Follow Shekhinah!

Instagram: @shekhinahd
Twitter: @shekhinahd
Facebook: Shekhinah Donnell

 

Bridgette Makhela