Ntsikelelo “Lelo” Meslani, professionally known as Lelowhatsgood, is a South African DJ, producer, writer and cultural curator working at the intersection of music, media, fashion and queer culture.

Known for his energetic and genre-fluid sets, Lelo’s sound moves across Gqom, House, Ballroom and Baile Funk. Since beginning his DJ career in Johannesburg, he has performed on prominent local and international platforms, including Boiler Room, AFROPUNK and Tresor Berlin, establishing himself as a distinctive voice within contemporary African electronic music.

In 2024, Lelo released his debut project, Next Level, which earned a nomination for Best Gqom Album at the 2025 South African Music Awards. He followed this with his five-track EP, Rebirth Is Necessary, released in July 2026. The project expands the possibilities of Gqom through themes of identity, transformation and creative evolution.

Beyond music, Lelo is the founder of VNJ Ball, an inclusive ballroom movement centred on LGBTQI+ expression through music, fashion, art and dance. As a writer and cultural commentator, his work has appeared in publications including The New York Times, Mail & Guardian, HUNGER Magazine and Glamour.

A two-time Feather Awards recipient, Lelo has also collaborated with brands including Nike, Levi’s, Visa, Johnnie Walker, Jägermeister and Spotify. Through his multidisciplinary work, he continues to amplify underrepresented voices and contribute to the evolution of African music, nightlife and popular culture.