The Music Imbizo Announces 2023 Conference Dates
It's official: The Music Imbizo has already announced the dates for their 2023 international music conference, exhibition and film festival. From 29 August to 02 September, music industry stakeholders from all over Africa & the world will come together to map out the future of the industry on the continent.
As a platform for exhibiting, networking, and sharing expertise and knowledge, The Music Imbizo is a must-attend event for anyone looking to succeed in the music industry. From artists and managers to record labels and music tech startups, this conference brings together a diverse group of stakeholders who all have a stake in the success of the industry.
If you're looking to make connections, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends and opportunities in the music industry, then you won't want to miss The Music Imbizo. With panels, workshops, and networking events, there's something for everyone at this conference.
But don't take our word for it – check out the event website at https://www.themusicimbizo.co.za to see what past attendees have had to say about their experience at The Music Imbizo. And be sure to mark your calendar for 29 August to 02 September – we'll see you there!
in addition to announcing the dates for the 2023 conference, The Music Imbizo has also released new artwork for the event. The vibrant and colorful design perfectly captures the energy and excitement of the conference, and we can't wait to see it in person this August.
Looking Back The 14th Annual Music Imbizo Hosted In Durban in 2022
Written By Lex LaFoy
The Music Imbizo Logo
As one can imagine, creating a common space for industry giants is no child’s play. Yet Founder and Director of The Music Imbizo Sphe Mbhele managed to yet again pull this year’s annual Music Imbizo off for the fourteenth time, bringing life and activity into the City of Durban.
Sylent Nqo from Zimbabwe performing at The Werehouse in Durban, September (2022)
From the 6th until the 11th of September 2022 Durban was home to the likes of Taponeswa Mavunga (Director of Africa at Sony Music UK), Osmic Monoe (The founder of the SA Hip Hop Awards and Back To The City Festival), Cameroonian superstar Mr Leo, Zimbabwean artist Sylent Nqo (also known as the Guitar Sangoma), Roots2000 and others. The six day music conference included Guest Speakers, “How To Submit Music” Sessions and Information Stalls occupied by industry organizations such as SAMPRA and CAPASSO.
Roots2000 who are Sliq Angel and MXO (2022)
While the daytime program was a bit more studious, the night saw a Music Film Festival being held at KZNSA Art Gallery for a couple of days as well as Live Music Gigs across a number of the city’s favourite venues such as The Chairman, The Werehouse and Robertsons Real Beer Brewery in Point Waterfront. One of the films that really caught our eye was Bokoso: Afrobeats of Cuba created by the Jacobs-Fantauzzi brothers, Khalil and Eli from Puerto Rico, who told the story of migration and cultural influences that gave rise to what is today known as Afro Beat.
Having international energy in the city always feels like a breath of fresh air, something like how the city felt in 2010 during the Soccer World Cup. Of course there are those of us who secretly wish we could have this type of energy permeating through our streets and venues on a more regular basis.
For more information on The Music Imbizo 2023 visit the website https://www.themusicimbizo.co.za/
A panel of music professionals at The Durban Playhouse during The Music Imbizo (2022)