My guest tonight on the Business of Entertainment on Cape Talk at 9pm is Lesley Wells

My guest tonight (20th July) on the Business of Entertainment on Cape Talk at 9pm is  Lesley Wells  a Cape Town based music manager and booking agent.

Chad Saaiman hosts the Chad Sessions at Jazzathon on Saturday 24th June at Grandwest

As Cape Town's Jazzathon's African Celebration and Music Exchange  prepares to go live, come Thurs 22 June, all the way through to Sunday, 25 June 2023,  the reasons to be cheerful are plentiful thanks to this year's stellar line-up.

As Chair of Music Exchange I am proud to share our full three-day line-up for 22, 23, 24 June 2023 | Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse

With just a few days before  Music Exchange 2023’s 13th annual entertainment economy-focused conference, we’re proud to share our full three-day line-up, for 22, 23, 24 June 2023. Having secured the very best, most relevant local and international voices in the sector, Music Exchange 2023 (#MEX23) remains committed to delivering learnings, life lessons and enlightenment of the... Continue Reading →

A stellar month of interviews on CapeTalk with Martin Myers every Thursday from 9pm on the Business of Entertainment 

We can't believe its been a month already and we have completed 4 shows on CapeTalk's brand-new segment the ‘Business of Entertainment,’ that promises to deliver a fascinating and first-hand account of the South African entertainment industry.

Robin S for Cape Town On Saturday, 27 May 2023, at Grand West Casino and Entertainment World 

If old-school is what floats your boat, Soul Sisters 2023 is where you want to moor your soul-filled boat. These delightful and respectful women will unite on stage for a single night, delivering the best classic, timeless music Cape Town anticipates. On Saturday, 27 May 2023, at Grand West Casino and Entertainment World, new and old... Continue Reading →

New CapeTalk segment shines a light on the South African entertainment industry 

Wednesday, 3 May 2023 – From tomorrow night CapeTalk listeners can tune in for the station’s brand-new segment the ‘Business of Entertainment,’ that promises to deliver a fascinating and first-hand account of the South African entertainment industry. Hosted by industry legend music manager and publicist, Martin Myers this weekly half-hour segment will give powerful insights into the minds and... Continue Reading →

Reflections in a few pics of Sipho Mabuse at The Mittah Seperepere Convention Centre in Kimberley on 9 April 2023

Reflections in a few pics of Sipho Mabuse at the show last night in Kimberley. Also on the bill was Zonke and Amanda Black and many more other acts The show was at The Mittah Seperepere Convention Centre in Kimberley on 9 April 2023

We speak to Frank Freeman prior to his show with Tarryn Lamb on 14th April

We speak to Frank Freeman prior to his show with Tarryn Lamb on 14th April. He started his music career early, when he joined the Grey College Boereorkes in his native Bloemfontein, aged 6.  With this group he toured Europe and got nominated for a South African Traditional Music Award, all before he finished school. Since turning... Continue Reading →

Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse playing show at The Mittah Seperepere Convention Centre Kimberley on 9 April 2023

Sipho Mabuse along with Zonke and Amanda Black  and many more are all playing a show at The Mittah Seperepere Convention Centre in  Kimberley on 9 April 2023

Nothing will sound like Mango Groove playing live in De Waal park this Sunday 26th March

Nothing sounds quite like Mango Groove. The exquisite dexterity of the pennywhistle, the big brass arrangements, the lashings of doo-wop harmonies and the thundering swing and gumboot rhythms.

Reflection in ten pictures of the Art of Legends 18th March 2023

Reflection in ten pictures of the Art of Legends 18th March 2023

Jonathan Butler Masterclass 8 March 2023 – Cape Town

Jonathan Butler is a singer-songwriter and guitarist who leads a life few can imagine. So do join next week. Please RSVP to the address below or email info@musicexchange.org.za

RJ Benjamin celebrates contentment with Cameron Ward

Critically acclaimed singer, songwriter, producer, musical director, and vocal coach, RJ Benjamin returns to take on the charts, only this time, he’s got commanding backup.

Sheer Publishing Africa acquire Neill Solomon music catalogue

“Good things come to those who wait,” says Neill Solomon.  Undoubtedly, one of the finest composers and singer songwriters in the country, Neill boasts a music catalogue any music publisher would be envious of, and these prolific works have found themselves a new home at Sheer Publishing Africa.   Neill is well known for his pioneering work... Continue Reading →

Lee Cole to play De Waal Park on Sunday 12th Feb with one pristinely produced pop song at a time.

Lee Cole has steadily been making his musical presence known, one pristinely produced pop song at a time and he plays De Waal Park with Prime Circle and Jesse Clegg this Sunday 12th Feb.

Lineup revealed for The Matroosfontein Jazz Reunion 18th Feb Elsbury Primary School, Matroosfontein

The Matroosfontein Jazz Reunion shines a spotlight on the rich musical heritage of Matroosfontein, and the  greater Elsies River and its surrounding areas.The music festival will be held on 18 February 2023 with  Jonathan Butler,  Leslie Kleinsmith, Andrew Young from the UK, Afro Touch, Celeste Williams, Vuvu Kumalo, Mr. Magic, Theo Watt, August West, Donveno Prins, and... Continue Reading →

Interview with Sophia Foster post show at Kirstebosch on 5th Feb 

Golden Oldies is an initiative by Capetonian entertainer Terry Fortune, who is widely known as a South African music legend.  The concert  was held on Sunday 5th Febuary at Kirstenbosch  will paying  tribute to and honour local legendary performing artists and musicians to thank them for their significant contributions to the music industry and their communities.... Continue Reading →

Superb masterclass with RJ Benjamin & Cameron Ward – held on Sat 4th Feb

An outstanding 2 hour masterclass with RJ Benjamin and Cameron Ward took place on Sat 4th Feb at Paul Bothners Claremont, (the home of sat morning masterclasses for MEX).A detailed breakdown of collaboration and the success that can be achieved as well as the challenges was highlighted in the talk. RJ opened up as to... Continue Reading →

Prime Circle is rock royalty and they in Cape Town this Sunday 12th in De Waal Park enjoy the interview

Prime Circle is regarded as South African rock royalty with numerous awards, six studio albums which have achieved multi-platinum status, several chart-topping singles and sold-out tours to its name.

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