DJ Sonatty
DJ Sonatty has earned a place in Ghana DJ Awards history after being nominated for DJ of the Year at the 2026 Guinness Ghana DJ Awards powered by Smirnoff. The nomination makes him the first DJ from the Central Region to be shortlisted in the scheme’s most prestigious category, according to MyJoyOnline.
Quick Facts
- DJ Sonatty, real name Peprah Daniel, is nominated for DJ of the Year at the 2026 Guinness Ghana DJ Awards.
- He is the first Central Region DJ to secure a nomination in the DJ of the Year category.
- He faces DJ Millzy, DJ Lord OTB, TMSK DJ, DJ Vyrusky, DJ Sly King and DJ Loft.
- He is also nominated for Digital DJ of the Year and Best Event DJ of the Year.
- The DJ of the Year winner takes home a brand-new Pioneer DJ REV7, presented by Smirnoff.
- The awards are organised by Merqury Republic under the theme “ALL OUT.”
DJ Sonatty Joins Ghana’s Top DJs in DJ of the Year Race
The DJ of the Year category features seven names this year, and Sonatty sits alongside some of the most established figures on the Ghanaian DJ scene.
His fellow nominees are DJ Millzy, DJ Lord OTB, TMSK DJ, DJ Vyrusky, DJ Sly King and DJ Loft. Each brings a strong club, radio or events profile into the contest.
The category carries extra weight because of its history. DJ Sly King is the reigning holder, having won DJ of the Year at the 2025 edition. In an interview with Graphic Showbiz after his win, he said he was “grateful to have ended DJ Lord OTB’s two-year reign as DJ of the Year.” Both men are back in the running this year.
Smirnoff is the official partner for the category. The winner will receive a brand-new Pioneer DJ REV7 controller.
A Second Nomination in a New Category
Sonatty’s recognition does not end with the main prize. He has also been nominated for Digital DJ of the Year, a category introduced for the 2026 edition.
According to reports on the launch of this year’s awards season, the new category recognises DJs who make an impact through digital platforms, livestreams, online mixes and content creation.
That nomination fits his profile. In October, MyJoyOnline reported that the DJ had passed one million followers on TikTok, a milestone that reflects his strong online following.
He is also listed among the nominees for Best Event DJ of the Year, according to a nominations list published by Rainbow Radio. That category includes DJ Pho, DJ Dela, DJ Breezy, DJ Lord OTB, DJ Juicy, DJ Vyrusky, DJ Famous and Wuushman.
Who Is DJ Sonatty?
Born Peprah Daniel, DJ Sonatty has been described by MyJoyOnline as one of the country’s rising DJ talents. His record at the Ghana DJ Awards has grown steadily over the past few years.
In 2024, he performed at the Ghana DJ Awards with Team AVO, led by DJ Shiwaawa. That same year, he won Discovery of the Year and Best DJ – Central Region.
He followed that up in 2025 by winning Mixtape of the Year, bringing his total to three Ghana DJ Awards before this year’s nominations.
Fans of his sets will know his mixes, including The 17th July Mix 2026 featuring MC Fada Wiser, as well as his collaborations with Mel Blakk on songs such as Umbrella featuring A-Rich and Gab Tuu.
What the DJ of the Year Nomination Means for the Central Region
MyJoyOnline described the nomination as a historic moment, noting that Sonatty is the “first DJ from the Central Region to secure a nomination in the prestigious DJ of the Year category.”
Two years after being named Best DJ – Central Region, he is now competing for the top national prize against DJs with years of radio, club and festival experience.
Ghana DJ Awards 2026: Date, Venue and Theme
The 2026 Guinness Ghana DJ Awards are organised by Merqury Republic and run under the theme “ALL OUT.” Organisers have described the theme as setting the tone for a bigger, bolder and more immersive celebration of Ghana’s DJ culture.
The ceremony is scheduled for Friday, December 4, 2026, at The Palms Convention Centre in Accra, according to MyJoyOnline, the Ghanaian Times and Rainbow Radio. Joy Prime is the main media partner for the event.
Ahead of the big night, the awards season has included Pub Fest events, raves and the Ghana DJ Clinic. Event details are also available on our Ghana DJ Awards 2026 event page.
With three nominations to his name this year, DJ Sonatty now waits to see whether he can become the first Central Region DJ to win the biggest prize at the Ghana DJ Awards.
Also Read on Halmblog
- Ghana DJ Awards 2026 – The Palms Convention Center, Accra | Friday, December 4, 2026
- The 17th July Mix 2026 by DJ Sonatty Ft MC Fada Wiser
- Rewind 10 by DJ Lord OTB
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