Stacey and J Sbu get KZN moving with Tamil hit on Traffic Jam with J Sbu

Loading player...
History was made on East Coast Radio this week when Stacey and J Sbu gave their listeners something completely fresh during Traffic Jam with J Sbu. At 17:25, they pressed play on Yeh Mache Inde, a Tamil track by South African singer Sharmaine Deol (née Maduray) and the response was electric.
Stacey and J Sbu, who keep KwaZulu-Natal moving on East Coast Drive from 3pm to 6pm, are known for their bold and energetic playlists. However, this moment took things to another level. Listeners had to make sure they had the right station on after a Tamil track by a local artist aired on one of the province’s biggest commercial radio stations during peak drive time.
Social media erupted almost instantly. Videos flooded platforms of people celebrating the historic moment. Comment sections were filled with joy as listeners expressed how proud they were to hear a Tamil song on air, especially one created by a South African artist.
Many described it as a milestone for representation and a beautiful nod to cultural diversity.
17 Sep 2025 English South Africa Society & Culture · Personal Journals

Other recent episodes

The East Coast Radio Fugitive was found and JP Jacobs bagged R40 000!

Stacey and J Sbu attempted to call the East Coast Radio Fugitive but someone named JP answered. He located the East Coast Radio Fugitive near an ice-cream store in Florida Road, went up to him and asked the magic question: "Are you the East Coast Radio Fugitive?" He got a…
1 Oct 5 min

The Fugitive's R18 000 Bounty Comes With a Warning: Stop Looking in Toti

The East Coast Radio Fugitive has dropped another clue, and with his bounty now sitting at R18 000, the pressure is on. His latest message? "Open your eyes" and "strike while the iron is hot." He insists he's been telling the truth in his clues all along, even teasing listeners…
30 Sep 5 min

The ECR Fugitive: A magician explains why KZN can't find him

Is the East Coast Radio Fugitive outsmarting an entire province, or are we outsmarting ourselves? Stacey and J Sbu turned to magician and illusionist Mo Magic for answers. Drawing on years of creating illusions and directing attention, Mo explained the crucial role misdirection plays in staying one step ahead of…
30 Sep 5 min