MI CASA
ORIGINAL ARTIST
Mi Casa is a South African music group known for their soulful blend of house, pop, and afrobeats. The trio consists of lead vocalist and songwriter J’Something (oão da Fonseca), trumpeter Mo-T (Moshe Kgasoane), and producer and keyboardist Dr. Duda (Sipho Mphahlaza).
Formed in 2010, the group quickly rose to fame with their debut studio album, Mi Casa. The album’s hit single, “These Streets”, became a major success, earning them a South African Music Award (SAMA) for Best Group. They have since released several more successful albums, including Su Casa and Home Sweet Home, consistently delivering a unique and uplifting sound.
It was not long before the band was on every major South African radio and music video chart at number 1, where it remained for weeks. The band went on to open for a number of major international acts, including The Layabouts, Reel People, Tortured Soul, and YMCMB’s Canadian hip hop recording artist Drake.
Their fifth studio album We Made It was released in South Africa. The infamous single “Mamela” was released off as second single & certified gold by the Recording industry of South Africa (RiSA) in early 2021.In 2021, the album received 2 nominations at 27th South African Music Awards for Best Produced video and Best dance album.
The groups albums include their 2011 self-titled debut Mi Casa, followed by Su Casa (2013), Home Sweet Home (2015), Familia
(2017), We Made It (2020), and their 2024 album THR3E. The South African band also released remix albums like Su Kasi (Remixes) and other compilations and EPs over their career.
Mi Casa’s music is characterized by J’Something’s smooth and emotive vocals, Mo-T’s melodic trumpet solos, and Dr. Duda’s infectious, dance-inducing production. Their live performances are energetic and captivating, solidifying their reputation as one of South Africa’s most beloved and influential music acts.