Artists, face the music
The sad reality artists need to face is that there is a lack of "togetherness" in the South African music industry, and getting "noticed" isn't easy. The best thing you could do though is stop complaining.
Gear upkeep and repairs
In most instances, each band member owns and is responsible for the gear that he uses to perform his role.
HighNotes: Not another copyright case
US royalty collection AARC are suing Ford and GM over their entertainment hardware; the music industry gets schooled by TV; the album format is out, playlists are in; majority of artists can keep their day jobs; and look forward to the proactive music listener.
Daveyton to NY: Lira's still singing her heart out
Daveyton sits in the centre, between Benoni, Springs and Boksburg. It was most famous for producing some of the country's best footballers, being the township where kotas – a quarter loaf of bread with your choice of filling – were invented, and the home of the largest assemblage of vintage Chevrolets.
SAMRO scholarship finalists announced
The SAMRO Foundation has announced its four finalists in the 2014 SAMRO Overseas Scholarships. Each finalist will have the opportunity to have one of their works performed live by a selection of South African jazz and classical musician professionals.
Mi Casa, Parlotones perform for Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital
Mi Casa and The Parlotones, celebrity ambassadors for the Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital Trust, will be performing two intimate acoustic shows this August to raise funds for the initiative.
Free marketing master classes for music professionals
A free two-day marketing master class for musicians, managers, promoters and music venue owners will be hosted in three major cities in South Africa.
