Ayden Smith on CapeTalk Thursday 24th July at 9pm — What Creatives Can Learn About Health & Longevity

Ayden Smith will appear on CapeTalk on July 24 at 9pm, discussing health and longevity for performers with Martin Myers. The conversation covers personal health insights, staying active at any age, and maintaining peak fitness on stage. Smith draws on his sports science background to highlight successful icons like Sting and Bruce Springsteen.

Global Verse: Music & Culture Summit – Music Exchange #MEX25 booking is open

MUSIC EXCHANGE (MEX25) celebrates 15 years, focusing on the evolving entertainment economy through Global Verse: Music and Culture Summit in Cape Town on October 25.

Reflections in pictures of the African Music Conference held in Lusaka

Music Exchange collaborated with the African Music Conference in Zambia, providing new opportunities for artists through collaboration, innovation, and education, featuring Martin Myers' presentations.

A Stellar two years with The Business of Entertainment on Cape Talk – Podcasts to listen to

The Business of Entertainment, hosted by Martin Myers on CapeTalk, engages listeners with insights from notable figures in entertainment, inspiring creatives with actionable advice.

29 & 30th May in Lusaka is the Africa Music Conference (AMC) 2025

The Africa Music Conference 2025 will occur on May 29-30 in Lusaka, Zambia, featuring panels, workshops, performances, and discussions on sustainable growth and innovation in African music.

The Essence of Music Exchange from Dr Trevor Jones

Dr. Trevor Jones, a renowned film composer, is celebrated for his scores in iconic films. The #Mex25 event will take place on 24th & 25th October in Cape Town.

CANMusic.org & #MEX to Host FREE Sustainability Conference for Music Industry Creatives 10 May

Empowering Creatives in Africa: Sustainability in the Music Industry CANMusic.org, in collaboration with Music Exchange (#MEX), and Tinta Tribe, will host a FREE mini-conference and artist showcase on Saturday, May 10th, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 6:45 PM at Trenchtown venue in 143 Lower Main Street, Observatory, Cape Town The event aims to equip young creatives and music... Continue Reading →

Paris Toon is the billboard charting award-winning lyricist on CapeTalk Thursday 24 April at 9pm

My special  guest on Thursday night 24th April at 9pm on the Business of Entertainment on CapeTalk is Paris Toon, who  is the billboard charting award-winning lyricist and musical enigma behind Mothers Favorite Child.  (Paris was also a keynote speaker at Music Exchange #MEX24 in Nov ) https://open.spotify.com/artist/10i2TorF3ZcaKiVi0UmcwT?si=hDPngSflRWC2c6XYfIJH-Q  He is an extraordinary business entrepreneur, songwriter and producer who never seems to stray for... Continue Reading →

Reflections in Pictures of Music Exchange #MEX24 held on 30th Nov 2024

Reflections in Pictures of Music Exchange #MEX24 held on 30th November 2024 at the Fire and Ice Hotel Cape Town.All photos by Simon Shiffman.

2 superb podcasts from CapeTalk with investigative journalist and film writer/director/producer, Diana Neille

Listen please to our esteemed thought leader, investigative journalist and film writer/director/producer, Diana Neille on two podcasts from  the CapeTalk show "The Business of entertainment” which airs every Thursday night at 9pm and again on Sunday just after 9pm.   She discussed  in detail Collective Management Organisations in SA  https://open.spotify.com/episode/73vuQZ04BzANrB5KPYWhpa?si=UranzLHBQW2n0C1IaQlzuA  And Diana who was the keynote speaker at Music Exchange on 30th Nov  dealt with  A Reporter's Notes on Intermediary... Continue Reading →

Diana Neille on CapeTalk tonight from 9pm on the Business of Entertainment discussing – Collective Management Organisations in South Africa

We then have our esteemed thought leader, investigative journalist and film writer/director/producer, Diana Neille, on CapeTalk tonight (12th December) from 9pm on the Business of Entertainment.  She will discuss in detail  Collective Management Organisations in SA   And Diana who was the keynote speaker at Music Exchange on 30th November will also deal with A Reporter's Notes on Intermediary... Continue Reading →

Diana Neille on CapeTalk tonight 9pm A Reporter’s Notes on Intermediary Impunity: Can the South African Music Industry be Reformed?

Investigative journalist and film writer/director/producer, Diana Neille, who spoke  and delivered the  keynote address at this year's Music Exchange Conference (#MEX24)  on 30th November, will be in studio tonight (Thursday 5th December) on CapeTalk on the Business of Entertainment from 9pm  This chat will be eye opening if the keynote at Music Exchange is anything to go by.  We will discuss... Continue Reading →

One of the hottest acts in SA right now for Music Exchange – AV.RainCandy 

AV.RainCandy, a prodigious talent from Ggeberha, has swiftly risen to prominence in South Africa's music scene. Her new single Bawo is currently number 7 on the Radio Monitor Charts that accurately tracks airplay across South Africa, with over 11.91 million impressions   At just 21 years old, she has captivated audiences with her performances at prestigious festivals such as... Continue Reading →

The 14th edition of Music Exchange is a one-day conference jam-packed with eight stellar speakers.

The 14th edition of  Music Exchange is a one-day conference jam-packed with stellar speakers.The conference welcome is by award-winning Siphokazi Jonas, who has just published her debut book by Penguin Random House, "Weeping Becomes a River".We then have our esteemed thought leader, investigative journalist and film writer/ director/ producer, Diana Neille, who will attend and deliver the keynote address at this year's Music Exchange Conference (#MEX24) being... Continue Reading →

MUSIC EXCHANGE 2024 Cape Town, Conference programme Saturday 30th November 2024 is below

Get ready to turn up the volume!  We’re thrilled to announce the release of our Music Exchange 2024 program, featuring an incredible lineup of industry leaders and an esteemed international speaker from the USA.  On the 30th of November 2024, join us for a day packed with insightful discussions on podcasts, radio, and strategies for... Continue Reading →

Music Exchange #MEX24 – Opening Keynote by Diana Neille: A Reporter’s Notes on Intermediary Impunity: Can the South African Music Industry be Reformed?

We proudly announce our second highly esteemed thought leader, investigative journalist and film writer/director/producer,  Diana Neille, who will attend and deliver a keynote address at this year's Music Exchange Conference (#MEX24) being held on 30th November, from 9 am to 4:30 pm. Her highly anticipated keynote – A Reporter's Notes on Intermediary Impunity: Can the South African Music Industry be Reformed? – will be... Continue Reading →

Music Exchange #MEX24 Conference – The New Music Economy Debunked – 30th November

We proudly announce we have secured a global thought Leader flying in from the USA to attend and speak at this year’s Music Exchange Conference. (#MEX24) to be held on 30th November from 9 am to 4:30 pm His mission Paris Toon is the Billboard charting award-winning entrepreneur and musical enigma behind Mother’s Favourite Child. He is an extraordinary... Continue Reading →

MusicEx at Gallagher Convention Centre, 26- 28 July 2024, Martin Myers speaking & Hotstix playing

#MusicMoves Immerse yourself in the celebration of South African music and music-lifestyle. MusicEx is taking place at Gallagher Convention Centre, 26- 28 July 2024.  The event includes an exhibition in Hall 3, encompassing music and music-lifestyle suppliers, edutainment workshops by the likes of Yvonne Chaka Chaka, YFM , David Gresham records, a stage makeup masterclass... Continue Reading →

Speaking on Sat 3rd Feb Free life skills workshop for youth Elim Hall Caledon Street Cape Town

Music Exchange is Speaking on sat at this FREE workshop  Other speakers include  We have Prof. Jonathan  Jansen Jonathan Jansen is an internationally renowned expert in education, who in 2009 became the first black rector and vice-chancellor of the University of the Free State. He is a regular newspaper contributor, known for his views on... Continue Reading →

The Power of Collaboration – Personal relationships are key more than passive listening

Meng Kuok has just been named MBW’s Entrepreneur of The Year for 2023/2024. He was in Cape Town for Music Exchange in June 2023. He is the founder and CEO of Singapore-based Caldecott Music Group, home to music tech company BandLab Technologies – and its flagship music-making platform, BandLab, with over 60 million registered users, cumulatively generating around 17 million new tracks each month. Meng had... Continue Reading →

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