Paradise Africa, in partnership with AMPD Studios by MTN, proudly launched the event series with its first Masterclass, “Drop the Music.” This event united South African creative pioneers to revitalize the music and creative community, focusing on release strategies, social media branding, and mental health. With over 120 attendees, it marked the start of a transformative journey for emerging artists and creatives. The “Drop the Music” Masterclass featured a diverse lineup of speakers who shared their expertise in various areas, from social media management to music distribution.
Introducing the Masterclass Speakers:
Martha Mangwani: As a respected label manager and DJ, Martha Mangwani brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the masterclass. Her expertise in music management and performance is sure to offer invaluable guidance to aspiring artists and industry enthusiasts. With her background and international training as a label manager, she has the ability to advise clients and artists to win; moreover, Martha, who doubles as a DJ, continues to showcase her passion for music by leveraging her ability to network as well as perform her heart out.
Namakau Star: Multi-talented artist, musician, and captivating speaker, Namakau Star, is set to captivate audiences with her unique perspective on creativity and the music industry. Her journey is a testament to the power of artistic vision and determination. With an impressive catalog under her belt that has received support both internationally and locally, she has also taken her skill and passion for music on stages across Germany, as well as Eswatini and South Africa, taking on Badehaus Swag Jam, Baseline Fest, and MTN Bushfire. She recently collaborated with international German pop band The Planetoids on her Sophomore EP, Life on Pluto. With the lead single Boomerang charting at number 1 on 5FM nights.
Sir Lsg: Heading the renowned “Bread for Soul,” Sir Lsg brings a wealth of expertise in the music industry. His contributions have reverberated across genres, and his involvement is poised to empower the next generation of music creators. With his passion for music, Sir LSG has managed to amass a substantial following online as well as create spaces and communities for music lovers to come together
Reggie Rasodi: who leads communications for the Africa Rising Music Conference, is a force in entertainment and social media, lending his perspective and queer creativity. He uses his platform to educate and advocate for diversity and inclusion. He is a noteworthy creative in the South African entertainment industry for his diverse interests, from film right through to social media.
The Masterclass welcomed over 120 attendees, comprising emerging artists, creatives, and music enthusiasts eager to enhance their knowledge and skills. The engaged audience made the event a truly exciting and interactive experience. This marked a significant moment for AMPD Studios as it celebrates its re-opening. Paradise Africa and AMPD Studios look forward to continuing their collaborative efforts to support and nurture the creative talents of Johannesburg. The series of events is set to provide a platform for aspiring artists and creatives to grow and thrive in the vibrant creative landscape of Newtown.
Here are what some of the speakers and partners had to say:
“I’m very big on being on platforms that are about raising awareness and informing the misinformed. The interaction I had with the artists and musicians that came to me after our panel talk stood out for me because not only were the social media tips helpful, but there were many other questions the audience had.” Reggie Rasodi
“As AMPD Studios, our partnership with MTN could not have chosen a better collaboration to kick off our masterclasses than Paradise Music Worldwide, and we look forward to working together again soon.” Buntu Mawisa
Sign up for The Beat Drop masterclass, hosted by AMPD Studios in collaboration with Paradise Distribution, powered by MTN, and which will take place on November 11, 2023. This will be a high-quality learning experience jam-packed with in-depth knowledge on the production of music and how to create a quality song that meets industry standards, from production to mixing and mastering a track.
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