Thulani Way Breaks Silence on Altercation with DJ JazziQ on The Shady PHodcast

In a long-awaited and explosive episode of The Shady PHodcast with PH and Warras, Thulani Way finally addressed the heated altercation between himself and DJ JazziQ — an incident that’s been the subject of speculation, half-truths, and false reporting across social media and tabloid publications.

Thulani, appearing calm and collected, used the platform to break his silence and clear the air around what truly happened at “Vibes,” the venue owned by DJ JazziQ. He began by expressing frustration with the misleading stories circulated by various outlets, emphasizing that this was his first and only in-depth public statement on the matter.

“A lot of people have spoken on my behalf. A lot of headlines, but none of them told the real story,” Thulani stated. “I stayed quiet not because I had something to hide — but because I wanted the right platform and the right moment.”

The Real Story: Howa You Radio and the Monday Mix-Up

Thulani explained that the entire incident stemmed from a simple plan to record a DJ set for his new creative venture, Howa You Radio — a passion project where he curates and broadcasts exclusive mixes, dropping new episodes every Tuesday.

According to Thulani, he had coordinated to record Kabza De Small and DJ Maphorisa’s set on a Monday evening in order to air it the following day. He had his own recording equipment set up at the venue, with the intention to capture the magic of Scorpion Kings for his listeners.

“I was just there to do my work. Nothing more, nothing less. I told them I’m recording a mix. I wasn’t interfering with anyone’s performance or trying to step on anyone’s toes,” Thulani clarified.

The Turning Point: Equipment Dispute Sparks Chaos

Tensions rose when JazziQ allegedly approached Thulani and began removing his recording equipment without warning. Despite Thulani’s attempt to explain that he was in the middle of recording a mix for Howa You Radio, JazziQ was adamant that he did not give permission — citing his ownership of the venue, Vibes, as grounds for halting the recording.

“I told him, ‘Yo, I’m recording a mix,’ and I thought we’d talk it through. But before we could even reach that point, things escalated,” Thulani recounted.

Feeling disrespected and denied the chance to record the set as planned, Thulani then made the decision to switch off the sound system — a move that, according to him, was his way of pausing the situation and asserting his boundaries amid the confusion.

That’s when things took a physical turn.

Assault and Aftermath

Thulani revealed that shortly after cutting the sound, he was physically assaulted by DJ JazziQ. He refrained from detailing the extent of the assault but confirmed that the situation quickly spiraled beyond what he had expected or intended.

“I didn’t go there for drama. I didn’t switch the sound off to start a fight. I just felt like I wasn’t being heard or respected. But getting assaulted over it? That’s where the line was crossed,” he said.

He made it clear on the podcast that contrary to what some publications suggested — painting him as the aggressor — he was simply trying to do his job and create content for his show. Thulani emphasized that Howa You Radio represents something bigger than a single incident; it’s about building platforms, giving DJs space to shine, and pushing the culture forward.

Final Words and Moving Forward

Closing off the interview, Thulani maintained that he harbors no bitterness and is focused on continuing the growth of Howa You Radio. He also called for more transparency and less sensationalism in media reporting.

“Let’s protect the culture, not destroy it from within. We can have disagreements, but there’s always a better way to handle things.”

This powerful sit-down served not only to clarify the story but to remind everyone of the importance of truth, respect, and professionalism in the entertainment space.

As for Howa You Radio, Thulani promises more fire content, exclusive sets, and a renewed mission — undeterred and unshaken.