Exclusive interview with Atlantic Starr ahead of the show in Cape Town on 28th September

What a superb read to the quick questions with Atlantic Starr who will be in Cape Town for 1 show only on 28th September 2024. The hits will be flowing in the 90 min set   Hits like "Always", "Secret Lovers", "Circles”, “Masterpiece”, My first Love, Send for me, Am I Dreaming and with 14 albums under their belt expect... Continue Reading →

Exclusive interview with Australian progressive rock/metal band Caligula’s Horse coming to South Africa for two shows 23 and 24th August 

Australian progressive rock/metal band Caligula’s Horse is set to perform in South Africa and vocalist Jim Grey shares his purpose, music, inspirations, and more in a captivating interview.

My Guest on CapeTalk Business of Entertainment on Thurs 15th Aug at 9pm is Ian F

Ian Fraser, also known as Ian F, gained fame during his 15-year tenure at 5FM. After traveling through Europe, he returned to work at KFM and Highveld. Currently, he serves as SuperSport's voiceover artist.

We chat to John Ellis part of the duo with James Stewart paying tribute to Sting

John Ellis who is a sublime vocalist, plays guitar and piano and was also in the mega successful band Tree 63.  John is now part of the duo with James Stewart paying tribute to Sting with their own reworking of the songs and interpretations of Sting classics The duo are playing to rave reviews and... Continue Reading →

In Studio Thursday 11th July at 9pm on CapeTalk – Mike van Graan award-winning playwright & Cultural Activist

Mike van Graan is an award-winning playwright with 37 plays under his belt.He joins me in  Studio  on Thursday  11th July at 9pm on CapeTalk for the #businessofentertainment   Mike van Graan  award-winning playwright & Cultural Activist Mike is one of the best in the business with stunning points to offer to any discussion ,and yes we will discuss the current... Continue Reading →

Zombie & Irish rugby fans seizing on the Cranberries song. The back story from Marc Marot

This is a stunning story about the song Zombie by the Cranberries from Marc Marot former Managing Director of Island Records who has spoken at Music Exchange twice and is a dear personal friend. The Irish national team are in South Africa for a two test series starting on Saturday in Pretoria and then going... Continue Reading →

James Stewart & John Ellis Music bringing their Sting Tribute show to Die Koelkamers Teater in Paternoster on 19th July

James Stewart and John Ellis Explore The Music of Sting and The Police. After  months of SOLD OUT SHOWS, James Stewart  and John Ellis Music  are thrilled to be bringing  their Sting Tribute show to Die Koelkamers Teater in Paternoster  Date  is 19 July 2024 at  7pm Book at http://www.diekoelkamers.com Tickets from R138.00 This is... Continue Reading →

My two-part talk with Patrick Alexander Dudgeon from Ultra Sound on CapeTalk “How do I get started in the industry”

My guest on CapeTalk  for the last two weeks was  Patrick Alexander Dudgeon  with  over 20 years in events industry. PLEASE do listen to the 2 podcasts  - lots to take out  and if you like read more below Part 1 https://open.spotify.com/episode/4dahFwEyonDCd8MUrO51cZ?si=0BloBCCETTC4s5m6AyVkJA Part 2  https://open.spotify.com/episode/5k2hGPvXSiCRp6cAitfn4t?si=ELsoEXVTQf-T4joY3Ki7-g Pat lays out some useful areas to start, and follow his... Continue Reading →

Steve Louw Talks New Album, His Hometown And More

From Just Listen To This Words By Glenn Sargeant Photo Credit: Jacqui van Staden  Legendary South African blues rock, country, and Americana singer-songwriter and guitarist, Steve Louw will release his third solo album ‘Between Time’ on Friday 6th September 2024. He very kindly chatted to us at JLTT: What is your earliest musical memory? Duane Eddy, the... Continue Reading →

My guest on Thurs 20th June at 9pm on CapeTalk is Patrick Alexander Dudgeon over 20 years in events industry

Pat comes back this week to talk what is a corporate event all about , the Does and Don’t. Patrick Dudgeon has worked for nigh on 20 years in the events industry, and quite unusually, for one company. Patricks growth with Ultra events has seen him move from setting up sound for nightclubs in Green... Continue Reading →

My guest on Thurs 13th June at 9pm on CapeTalk is Patrick Dudgeon over 20 years in events industry

Patrick Dudgeon has worked for nigh on 20 years in the events industry, and quite unusually, for one company.  Patricks growth with Ultra events has seen him move from setting up sound for nightclubs in Green Point, to travelling around the country with roadshows and fan parks, to settling into large-scale corporate events and concerts... Continue Reading →

Thursday 6 June at 9pm on CapeTalk Kwame Kwaten Vice-Chair of the UK’s Music Managers Forum

On Thursday 6 June just past  9pm on the  CapeTalk show  the Business of Entertainment I have as  my special guest Kwame Kwaten Vice-Chair of the UK’s Music Managers Forum.Kwame has in his 30+ year career in the music industry, Kwame Kwaten has been a musician, manager, producer, consultant and A&R.And now has founded artist service company Ferocious... Continue Reading →

Two great talks from Guy R. MacLeod from Irish MacLeod Inc about Film

Want to get into film? Two great talks from Guy from Irish MacLeod Inc do listen from the show #businessofentertainment on CapeTalk Which airs every Thurs at 9pm Part 1 https://open.spotify.com/episode/6AwA7Y6oKEHbcdPznFClC7?si=l9mgQBtNRviB9FafFtCFwg Part 2 https://open.spotify.com/episode/1iarXzy6NyKeerPExB0OOr?si=kF4-hQwNS0GFOklYRiFjBA Topic covered included: Shortage of training for filmmakers in the business aspects of film. How are they financed? How do you... Continue Reading →

We speak to Gordon Rocker who thrives On The Elvis Beat

Hailing from  Cape Town, Gordon Rocker is a singer, songwriter, and rhythm guitarist who has been captivating audiences with his energetic live performances and his unwavering dedication to classic rock and roll  As a  young boy, he was deeply inspired by Elvis Presley, whose captivating melodies and electrifying stage presence left an indelible mark on... Continue Reading →

The Business of Entertainment Turns One!

17 May 2024, Cape Town – The Business of Entertainment on CapeTalk, hosted by Martin Myers every Thursday at 9 pm, has enjoyed a stellar year since the show's launch in May 2023. With no less than 52 episodes aired, all focusing on global inspirational leaders in The Business of Entertainment, the show continues to attract a growing audience on-air and online. Hosted by Music Exchange founder Martin... Continue Reading →

On Thurs 2nd May at 9pm on CapeTalk we speak to Record Company Executive Peter Lacey

Peter Lacey is a successful entrepreneur who comes from a background in the entertainment software industry, having successfully built S.A's largest independent entertainment software company, Vision Software, before selling it to Electronic Arts (EA) and running the African division for four years. Peter has always taken pride in the fact that South Africa has tremendous... Continue Reading →

CapeTalk 9pm Thurs 25th April multi-talented JP Willson is in studio

Tonight on CapeTalk at 9pm, JP Willson is back for part 2 of the conversation.Last week he even opened up about mega weddings at over R5 million a piece.Tonight we talk shows, events and smaller everyday events and what you can do. JP is a multi-talented production man, a lighting designer and much much more.JP Willson speaks about events, shows and weddings... Continue Reading →

CapeTalk 9pm Thurs 18th April my guest is multi-talented JP Willson

Lots to ponder tonight on CapeTalk at 9pm. We speak to multi-talented production man, lighting designer JP Willson about  events, shows and weddings and much much more. Tune in  tonight on CapeTalk just past 9pm on the #BusinessOfEntertainment 

CapeTalk show Business of Entertainment hosts Iain Banner tonight 11 April at 9pm

Astounding talk last week on CapeTalk  the Business of Entertainment with Iain Banner, I invited Iain back tonight 9pm to tell us more.  This was last weeks show: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7lWsx7sq2IfEuRARpjWioC?si=gdgHAqqPQS6vvqN3xXUp0Q On the Couch - #126 - MEX in conversation with Iain Banner For over 35 years, Iain Banner has co-founded and directed various successful businesses and charitable ventures throughout the world, across... Continue Reading →

The weekly discussion about the URC on Smile 90.4FM with Benito Vergotine & Dylan Jack

The weekly  discussion about the URC on Smile 90.4FM with Benito Vergotine  & Dylan Jack. A discussion about the URC and more  – Please listen to the link below: The Honest Truth with host  Benito Vergotine  is on Smile  90.4 FM each week on a Monday night  at 9.30pm.  I was delighted  to have been a... Continue Reading →

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