I feel most alive when making or performing music. I simply can't disconnect from it.

Thanks for the warm welcome.

My full name is Tlotliso Ambrose Lesola (K), known as De Arabian Sax.

Honestly, go nneteng nje, I wouldn’t call it a spark — it was more like a plug. I was born into a family of musicians, or rather, artists. My father is a brass instrumentalist, and so are my brother and sister, while my mother is a vocalist.

I never really intended to pursue music as a career. It’s just always been in me — I feel most alive when making or performing music. I simply can't disconnect from it. I never even realized it could become a thing, you know? Ke wetse!

My sound?

God’s sound! Haha.
It’s hard to explain because the way I prepare is more spiritual than technical. I see many artists rehearse, memorize, and get ready — but for me, it's different.
I won’t claim to know what makes my music stand out, but I do know that the delivery of each message in every song is unique. My saxophone playing, my voice — they may resemble others in some ways, but there’s only one me. That alone makes my music different.

Wind instruments — the saxophone, to be exact.

I’ll blame religion, haha. I’m an Apostle (Molifi) by household language and grew up among Levites playing brass instruments — trumpet, tuba, trombone, French horn, and so on.
Then my brother started learning reed instruments — first the clarinet, then the alto sax. Once I heard him play it in person, I was completely captivated. That’s when I got lost in the sound.

My brother, Jay Sax, was my first musical influence.

His practice sessions introduced me to legends like Kirk Whalum. Their playing hits deep. That’s how I learned you can speak without saying a single word.

Yhoo! The challenges, shame. You have to face industry gatekeepers just to ask for a slot. You talk to people who don’t know you, until they decide to give you a chance.
As an upcoming artist, no matter how good you are, you don’t always get to speak for yourself. But don’t quit. Let your work speak for you.
Not every hardship is a challenge — some are simply lessons. I’ve learned patience. And that you don’t crown yourself — you get crowned. And that crown is earned.

Fanbase matters.

Not everyone will show up to every show, but everyone can see what you’re doing through shared moments. It’s easier to reach people now. One post can reach thousands — far more than the 55 who might hear you in the hood.
Social media helps a lot with marketing and visibility.

The message in my music?

Awareness of self, love, and oneness. Emotion is shaped by my experiences and my connection to nature and those around me.

I’ve learned that music heals and teaches.

Because of that, I don’t worry too much about the industry. I believe I’ve been anointed to make music — like a preacher-teacher. Regardless of how the world judges, the mission is to get the message of wisdom out.
Even in chaos, drama, and the ups and downs, there’s always motivation.

Collabs?

There’s a whole list! But to sum it up: “Because of my versatility, I’m open to work with anyone who connects with my energy.”
Ake nyake go beya high standards wa kreya upcomers ba ntshaba — I don’t want to put myself so high that upcoming artists are afraid to approach me.

Highlights so far?

Sharing a stage with Blaklez. Playing with the legendary Lisina Masina. Performing on the same stage as Jack Parrow. Playing alongside Ishmael Morabe. Walking the streets of Lesotho. Performing at festivals like Mogale Festival, Mieliepop, Smoking Dragon, Capital Craft Beer Fest, and The South African State Theatre.

What to expect?
As versatile as I am, don’t come with expectations. My music won’t be limited to anything. And to my fans — just look out. I don’t even fully know where those behind my music production are taking me.
As I am led by the Spirit, I follow!