How to succeed in the music business
In a business as tough as the entertainment industry, artist management can be crucial, but the role and importance of an artist manager is often misunderstood.
SAMA20 nominees announced
And so the countdown begins to SAMA20 as the nominees for this year's awards were announced today by Yvonne Chaka Chaka, Elvis Blue, Khaya Mthethwa, Lulu Dikana, Keith Lister, Zahara and Jabu Hlongwane at Sun International’s Carnival City in Ekurhuleni. The SAMAs award ceremony will take place on 28 April at the Sun City Superbowl.
Will MTN's On Air radio conference address SA music industry?
With the MTN Radio Awards coming up shortly, MTN have added the On Air radio Conference to their events list. The conference will focus on radio, featuring panel debates on trends and will examine the challenges and difficulties that radio needs to overcome.
Auditions next week for Sounds Fringe Festival in CT
Budding musicians are invited to audition and be part of the inaugural Sounds Fringe Festival in Cape Town. Auditions are from 19-20 March from 1-5pm at the Crypt Jazz Restaurant on Wale Street. Interested musicians should book their 15 minute slot by calling +27(0)214881160 or email info@rainbowacademy.co.za.
Mechanical rights licensing agency launched
The launch of mechanical rights licensing agency and NPO, CAPASSO (Composers Authors and Publishers Association), was announced at the 2014 Music Exchange in Cape Town on Saturday, 8 March.
[Crowdfund Me] Sounds Of Life album completion - Mark Fransman
Award-winning, musician, singer, producer and songwriter Mark Fransman has been working on his third album, Sounds Of Life, for the last 18 months. During this time, he's been financing the recording and mixing of the album personally, but, due to personal financial constraints, he now needs crowdfunding via Thundafund.
Six advantages of hiring a radio plugger
Getting music playlisted on radio stations is a top priority for musicians and bands, simply because airplay translates into revenue through not only royalties, but also potential performance opportunities and sales.
