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SA library music distributor scores major international coup
SA library music distributor scores major international coup In a major vote of confidence for independent local production music distributors, Red Igloo Music Publishing has acquired the exclusive rights to the CPM (formerly Carlin) catalogue. Securing this significant international business marks a major milestone for Red Igloo, a leading music publisher, distributor and producer of […]
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Drama for Life LGBTI Festival
Drama for Life LGBTI Festival provokes dialogues around … sex, actually Artists reflect the society in which they live and this year the DFL Sex Actually Festival (23 August – 1 September) has been shaped by the concern around the intolerance that LGBTI (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex) communities are facing, particularly on the […]
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TEDxSoweto - Votes
TEDxSoweto | TED2013 Talent Search, Johannesburg 14 August 2012 For Immediate Release Your vote is critical to secure South Africans vying for a spot in TED’s Global Talent Search to speak @TED2013 Johannesburg, South Africa. The TED2013 Talent Search finalists have been announced, including 20 TED@Johannesburg Talent Search speakers from the event held at MIAGI […]
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Moshito 2012 Conference & Exhibition
For Immediate Release 12 August 2012   Moshito 2012 confirms its place as Africa’s unsurpassed music industry event Africa’s foremost music industry event, the Moshito Music Conference and Exhibition, taking place from September 5 to 7 at the Sci Bono Discovery Centre in Newtown, Johannesburg, is once again set to radically advance the trade. The […]
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Sacred Heart College - Born Free
Press Release 7 June 2012 Sacred Heart College hands over the baton to South Africa’s first Born-Free graduation class In a progressive, groundbreaking move for South African children, Sacred Heart College leads the pack in empowering their 2012 matric learners with historical, factual stories as told by struggle veterans, the likes of Wally Serote, Martha […]
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Exciting partnerships for Moshito 2012
Every year the Music Conference and Exhibition (MOSHITO) grows from strength to strength and this, its 9th year, is no different. Once again this premier South Africa music event will pull together industry leaders, professionals and artists to talk business explore opportunities and build relationships. With the worldwide music industry in an extraordinary state of […]
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IMEXSA ensures artists and exporters are poised to excel internationally
The time is ticking at a rapid pace for independent and emerging artists and exporters who wish to make an indelible mark on the international music scene, as the Independent Music Exporters South Africa (IMEXSA) is inviting entries from independent emerging exporters/and artists to be showcased at the most significant music market/trade show in the […]
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[Media Alert] Exciting variety of performances at WALE 5.0
WALE 5.0 promises to be an exciting and cutting-edge mix of all things artistic. Running for four days from 9 to 12 May 2012 at Wits University, this welcome addition to the Johannesburg arts calendar offers something for everyone. A staggering variety of visual and performing arts awaits WALE festival-goers this year. From innovative dance […]
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WALE Announces The Inaugural Khabi Mngoma Memorial Lecture
A highlight for African musical heritage, during WALE 5.0 will be the Inaugural Khabi Mngoma Memorial Lecture. Khabi Mngoma had a vast influence on African music, through his extensive career as a leading academic and cultural activist in the service of music. Prof. Mngoma is also the father of singer Sibongile Khumalo, and musician Lindumuzi […]
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“You ANC nothing yet – on the road to Mangaung”
Drama for Life is looking forward to hosting their longtime friend and patron Pieter-Dirk Uys in his public lecture “You ANC nothing yet – on the road to Mangaung”. Inspired by the politics of third-rate people with fourth-rate ideas, as well as the great passions of those who take long walks to freedom, Uys will […]
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SAMRO Bursaries
SAMRO’s million-rand boost for tomorrow’s music stars SAMRO Foundation has awarded a total of R1.13-million in music study bursaries for 2012, giving 113 young South Africans a helping hand in fulfilling their dreams. A total of 195 applications were received for this year’s bursaries, submitted by prospective and existing undergraduate and postgraduate students who are […]
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SAMRO unveils its new power-packed Executive Team
SAMRO has announced a number of key appointments to boost its strategic repositioning as a 21st-century copyright asset management and services society. SAMRO – the Southern African Music Rights Organisation – is currently celebrating its 50th anniversary with a new focus and direction to benefit its more than 10,000 members and licensees. The music rights […]
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VASER 4D Sculpt’ a breakthrough in minimally invasive body sculpting’
March 22 2012, JOHANESSBURG: The world-famous ‘VASER 4D Sculpt' treatment is now available exclusively at the recently-opened Silhouette Aesthetic Clinic in Rivonia, Johannesburg. VASER 4D Sculpt is the most sophisticated and advanced body contouring procedure in the world. By seamlessly integrating technology with the art of sculpture, the treatment can literally sculpt your body into […]
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Boost for ‘Local Music Industry’-WOMEX '12 call for submissions now open
In further demonstrating its dedication to developing locally produced music around the world, the Independent Music Exporters South Africa (IMEXSA) is inviting entries from independent emerging exporters/and artists to be showcased at the most significant music market/trade show in the world, WOMEX 2012 taking place in Greece from 17 October to 21 October 2012. Artists […]
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Moshito Music Conference and Exhibition calls for Submissions 2012
CALL FOR CONFERENCE PAPERS FOR MOSHITO 2012 The music industry, both at a global and domestic level, is experiencing extraordinary transformation. Factors such as globalization, mergers and acquisitions, competition from traditionally non-music companies, and technological innovation are forcing companies to re-think and re-align their business strategies. In this new environment companies are required – amongst […]
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Moshito celebrates South African music’s biggest talents
AFRICA’S premier music industry event, the Moshito Music Conference and Exhibition would like to congratulate the nominees for the 18th MTN South African Music Awards (SAMAs), whose efforts will be duly acknowledged as part of the local music industry’s biggest night on April 29 and 30 at Sun City’s Superbowl. The SAMAs were conceptualised to […]
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Legal eagle with an eye on fashion brings the face of India to SA
In a quest to forge closer business links between India and South Africa in the fashion world, enterprising Johannesburg advocate Kameshni Pillay is setting up the first Shakti Concept Store & Global Desi in Johannesburg. Pillay, who is a member of the Duma Nokwe Group of Advocates, will launch the Shakti Concept Store & Global […]
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[Media Alert] WALE 2012: Celebrating 90 Years of Creativity at WITS!!!
The fifth annual Wits Arts and Literature Experience (WALE) 9th to 12h May 2012 is set to surpass all expectations as this years’ four-day journey seeks to bring you the finest offerings of artistic, creative, literary and intellectual achievements of Wits alumni, staff and students. As a project of Wits’ Faculty of Humanities this years’ […]
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South African Meistersinger, Sibongile Khumalo, Celebrates Two Decades of Song
This Freedom Day Weekend gives Johannesburg music lovers the opportunity to celebrate the living legacy of Sibongile Khumalo. Long revered as being among the world’s most accomplished vocalists, South Africa’s beloved musical daughter will be celebrating 20 years as a performer in the entertainment industry. Titled the “Breath of Life” Concert, Sibongile Khumalo hopes to […]
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CALL TO ACTION | Last Chance to Apply for TED2013 Worldwide Auditions, Johannesburg
FIVE DAYS LEFT TO CLOSE OF JOHANNESBURG APPLICATIONS TEDxSoweto | TED2013 Worldwide Auditions, Johannesburg Saturday, 10th March 2012 For Immediate Release Applicants can apply to their nearest city even if they are from a different country and in exceptional cases TED may contribute to costs of attending the audition. The auditions will be held in […]
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Johannesburg to host TED2013 Worldwide Auditions
Johannesburg, South Africa. This March Johannesburg joins Doha, London, Nairobi, Tunis and 9 other cities, on 6 continents in hosting TED 2013 Worldwide Auditions, a public search to uncover new talents, voices and ideas the world needs to hear, for TED 2013 themed “The Young, The Wise, The Undiscovered”. Applications will open separately for each […]
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