South Africa is home to one of the most exciting, diverse and powerful music industries in the world; characterised by unique sounds, people and culture. This industry, as exciting as it is, has its fair share of problems but in the same breath houses and promotes innovation and disruption. Now with all of this, education…
It is almost impossible to think about deep house fans and dance floor loyalists in Johannesburg without the face of a crazy, heavily bearded, topless guy named Dadaman immediately coming to mind. Soweto native Mavhuthu “Dadaman” Dzege is undoubtedly among the leading commanders of dance floors all over Johannesburg’s deep house underground scene. Not only…
Earlier this year, Refentše Solo blew the local music scene away with the release of her debut project titled GENESIS — her first official shot at venturing in the music game. Armed with a beautiful voice, fearlessness in her performance and confidence, she has won herself fans online and offline. In the alternative music scene in Cape…
After announcing earlier this year that he will be releasing an EP and album this year, every fan of Oscar Mbo was ecstatic and couldn’t wait. The Big O has finally delivered with a 3 track EP entitled Life & Love which will be subsequently followed by his debut album. Life & Love is the…
Inspire The Mic is all about local music industry creatives trailblazing a name for themselves with their team overseas: while always remembering home. The first artist we focus on and speak to Pretoria native, Adelle Nqeto, to get more insight into her life and art. She has been performing live in the music scene since…
AMPD Studios is a platform and creative hub developed by Old Mutual to support the South African music industry and contribute positively to the youth culture in the country. As part of their efforts to equip young musicians and other types of creatives is the a feature called AMPD Studios Gems which is a feature…
Born Nomfundo Spies, Adrienne Foo is an award winning swati artist who graces many local and international stages. From her debut performance in Chicago to being recently featured as Trace Africa’s WCW with her video for ‘Treasure’ being on high rotation on the channel, the sultry songstress was always destined for stardom. “Adrienne Foo is a…
For young and up-and-coming artists, breaking into the music industry is difficult and carries a myriad of challenges that prevent them from succeeding. With the understanding of this insight, the Moshito Music Conference and MTV build the Moshito MTV Base Demo Presentation where up-and-coming artists can used their talents to score themselves a music package…
JimmyWiz is an East Rand born and based rapper who is highly respected and regarded in the South African hip hop game. A fierce wordsmith who has gone toe-to-toe with some of country’s top-tier and feared MCs, standing his ground as an artist that can stand his ground but not only that; his catalogue speaks…
The eSwatini International Trade Fair (EITF) aims to promote eSwatini’s goods and services; develop links between eSwatini and international businesses, provide business exposure and promote development of small and medium enterprises. The two week long fair also gives a platform to local and international musicians to showcase their talent. The eSwatini Investment Authority (EIPA) partners…
