Voice of the Bay: How Mia Liyah Is Carving Her Path in Music and Media
KarenMic
9 May 2025
Adding to her growing list of accomplishments, Mia Liyah recently joined Bay FM 107.9 as the host of The Frequency, a music and culture show where she blends conversation with curation
Port Elizabeth’s very own Mia Liyah is proving to be one of the most dynamic rising talents in the Eastern Cape. Known for her smooth blend of R&B, hip-hop, and alternative sounds, she’s been steadily building a name for herself both in the kasi and beyond. Her recent moves are undeniable proof that this multifaceted artist is stepping into a new level of her career.
In late 2024, Mia Liyah released her debut EP Pieces of Me, a deeply personal and genre-bending project featuring standout tracks like Abyss, Haunted, and My Love. With production from Oakley 808, the project showcases not only her vocal ability but her emotional storytelling. Sonically, she brings a refreshing mix of styles — a touch of rockstar energy fused with a K-pop-influenced polish, giving her music a global, genre-fluid feel that’s rare in the local scene.
That momentum carried into 2025 when Mia took to the stage at the Splash Festival, performing at Kings Beach as part of a star-studded lineup. Her set, held at the Food Court Stage, was a bold statement: local talent from Nelson Mandela Bay deserves a spot on the biggest stages. Her performance was both polished and personal, a clear highlight for many in the crowd.
Adding to her growing list of accomplishments, Mia Liyah recently joined Bay FM 107.9 as the host of The Frequency, a music and culture show where she blends conversation with curation. Through this platform, she not only elevates upcoming artists but also represents the creative voice of the youth in Gqeberha.
Mia Liyah is also a key figure behind the Dream Bigger collective, using her platform to support the growth of local talent and uplift the creative community. Her involvement with Dream Bigger highlights her commitment to pushing boundaries and giving a voice to those often overlooked in the entertainment industry.
Whilst her influence isn’t yet dominant within her Afrikaans-speaking community, she’s slowly but surely changing that narrative — pushing boundaries, showing up authentically, and proving that representation matters.
Mia Liyah is more than an artist — she’s becoming a voice of the Bay. With her star power, fearless style, and ever-evolving sound, this is only the beginning
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