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This week, Adrian speaks to Ivy Prosper. She is a YouTuber, Presenter Reporter, Producer, Public Speaker and Writer. She is also the founder of Prosper Creative Group, which produces content, consults with clients and supports projects in the creative industries. As an advocate for empowering women and girls, Ivy has been outspoken on issues regarding self-esteem, positive body image and gender equality.   As the former reporter on the television series, Maternal Health Channel, she gained a strong desire in supporting initiatives that educate the public about the issues related to maternal mortality.   In this episode we discuss: - Tips for content creators and the importance of patience and consistency - Ivy Prosper's early content creation efforts and involvement in promoting Ghana and Africa through digital media - Ivy Prosper's advice for people moving to Ghana -The Year of Return in 2019, marking the 400th anniversary of the arrival of enslaved Africans in the U.S -Factors contributing to Ghana's appeal to the diaspora, including stability, safety, language, and the warmth of the people -Highlighting impactful interviews with individuals making positive contributions to the Ghanaian community - The importance of Africans sharing their stories and creating opportunities through digital platforms - Women empowerment and challenges in Africa Show Notes: https://thesoundofaccra.com/ivyprosper Connect with Ivy and the Prosper Creative Group Twitter: https://twitter.com/ivyprosper Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivyprosper/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ivyprosper Website: https://www.ivyprosper.com/   Check out Swiff: https://bit.ly/SwiffSOA Download Menufinder Africa App: https://www.menufinderafrica.com/   Our Socials YouTube: https://youtube.com/thesoundofaccrapodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesoundofaccra/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesoundofaccra  Twitter: https://twitter.com/thesoundofaccra Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/thesoundofaccra Linkedin: https://gh.linkedin.com/company/the-sound-of-accra Our Website: https://thesoundofaccra.com Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 4:30 Beyond the Return in 2020 7:26 Afrochella to Afrofuture 11:05 Chance The Rapper and Vic Mensa 14:58 Ivy's favourite Interviews 18:11 Solving Africa's Problems 18:55 Ghana's X Factor 25:54 Ghana's attraction to the diaspora 27:40 Ghana's customer service 30:08 Getting to know Ivy 31:47 Ivy empowering young women 35:38 TEDx Talk 37:34 Content creation success isn't overnight 39:12 Essential Guide to moving to Ghana and tips for content creators 42:30 Outro   Sponsor a podcast series or segment https://thesoundofaccra.com/sponsorship/  Learn how to start, launch and monetise a podcast and acquire your first 1000 listeners: https://atozpodcasting.com   Register your interest for our private community for entrepreneurs and creatives https://thesoundofaccra.com/community/  Leave us feedback https://thesoundofaccra.com/feedback/  Leave us a review https://ratethispodcast.com/thesoundofaccra    Listen to more episodes below  https://thesoundofaccrapodcast.podbean.com/    All our other links  https://linktr.ee/thesoundofaccrapod 

We had the pleasure of interviewing TOBi over Zoom video!Nigerian born, Los Angeles-based artist TOBi announces new album PANIC set to be released on October 12th via RCA Records. Alongside the announcement, TOBi shares new bold and fiery track “Flatline” featuring label mate Kenny Mason. Backed by a recurring staccato piano, the track is a smooth blend of both TOBi and Kenny's vocality and highlights TOBi's quick-witted lyricism. In addition to the new release, TOBi and his team have also created an interactive digital universe and social fan club. You can now join at PANIC.FM.TOBi on his single “Flatline”: "This is unapologetic soul music. Power is a theme I explore a lot in my music and this one is about personal power. I wanted anyone hearing this song to feel that energy going into any situation. A game, a job interview, a performance. Transform that pain into power." Earlier this year, TOBi took home another Juno Award for Rap Album/EP of the Year for Shall I Continue? making this his second win following his 2020 album ELEMENTS Vol. 1 that won the 2021 Rap Recording of the Year. Last year, his elevated COLORS performance of “Flowers” was released and his song “Move” was featured on Netflix's Do Revenge starring Camila Mendes (Riverdale) and Maya Hawke (Stranger Things). He also performed at Afrochella at the end of last year. Prior to this, “All Night Long,” “She Loves Me” and “Flowers,” he released his Alex Goose-produced single and video “Before We Panic” featuring Mikky Ekko (written for Rihanna, A$AP Rocky, Drake), which was a prelude to his forthcoming album. The artistic visual was shot and directed by Dom McLennon (BROCKHAMPTON) and Jeremy Grier.We want to hear from you! Please email Hello@BringinitBackwards.comwww.BringinitBackwards.com#podcast #interview #bringinbackpod #TOBi #PANIC #NewMusic #ZoomListen & Subscribe to BiBhttps://www.bringinitbackwards.com/followFollow our podcast on Instagram and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/groups/bringinbackpodThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4972373/advertisement

From World Music Views: His name is Abdul Karim Abdullah, founder and CEO of Afrofuture, a festival and company which had to change its name from ‘Afrochella' due to a copyright infringement lawsuit filed by the organizers of the more popular Coachella Festival which grossed more than $100 million this year . After a successful five year run as the “Coachella of Africa” Adbul and his team had to discontinue the the use of the name. The late 30s African music boss insist painstakingly that ‘Afrochella' had nothing to do with Coachella and says “we wanted to speak to sounds of Africa. ‘Chella' is a latin term that means “sound of” and we wanted to communicate African sounds” As both festivals move on with Coachella, a spring time show on the U.S. West Coast over two weekends with multiple genres on stage and artist from all over the world, Afrofuture have its inaugural show in Ghana during the Christmas holidays with a direct focus on African music and culture.

Whether you've been to the continent or not — AfroBeats is the musical trip that requires no passport. Join our host, Monique Kelley, in conversation with Lisa Yaro, Nigerian singer songwriter and CEO/owner of Music Corner LLC;  Greg Johnson, President of the Arts Council for Long Beach, CA and host & producer of AfroPop Radio and Abdul Karim Abdullah, CEO of AfroFuture Fest (formerly Afrochella) and CEO of Culture Management Group. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whether you've been to the continent or not — AfroBeats is the musical trip that requires no passport. Join our host, Monique Kelley, in conversation with Lisa Yaro, Nigerian singer songwriter and CEO/owner of Music Corner LLC;  Greg Johnson, President of the Arts Council for Long Beach, CA and host & producer of AfroPop Radio and Abdul Karim Abdullah, CEO of AfroFuture Fest (formerly Afrochella) and CEO of Culture Management Group. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Burna Boy will be the first African artist to headline a UK stadium show when he performs at the 60,000-capacity London Stadium this summer. It's the latest sign of Burna's starpower and Afrobeats exploding popularity.The Nigeria-born artist is one of the genre's biggest stars. Burna has reached this level because of consistency (six albums in nine years), savvy performing strategies, and a headliner mentality. To break down Burna's rise, I talked to Denisha Kuhlor, founder of Stan, which helps artists identify and grow their fanbase. Stan has used Burna show giveaways to develop insight into his wide-spreading fanbase. Here's what we discussed:[3:05] What sets Burna Boy apart from other African artists[6:26] Burna's show at London Stadium[7:26] The Burna fanbase[7:52] Streaming era impact on African music[11:56] Returning to Coachella after 2019 drama[17:05] How Ye incidentally helped Burna break out[19:16] How fame is perceived in Africa vs US[20:45] Fans of Africa's “Big Three” artists battling each other[21:50] Burna's “contested” Madison Square Garden sellout[24:11] Possible missteps in Burna's career[27:54] Projecting Burna's future shows[32:20] His best career move[38:03] Building record label infrastructure in Africa[44:06] Five-year prediction for Burna's careerListen: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | SoundCloud | Stitcher | Overcast | Amazon | Google Podcasts | Pocket Casts | RSSHost: Dan Runcie, @RuncieDan, trapital.coGuests: Denisha Kuhlor, @denishakuhlorThis episode was brought to you by trac. Learn more about how artists can bring web2 and web3 together for their fans at trac.coEnjoy this podcast? Rate and review the podcast here! ratethispodcast.com/trapitalTrapital is home for the business of music, media and culture. Learn more by reading Trapital's free memo.TRANSCRIPT[00:00:00] Denisha Kuhlor: I think it was interesting, him being so vocal in the approach he took, I think a lot of, Ayra Starr did a documentary for Spotify and she's quite big, especially within West Africa. And she talked about touring in the United States for the first time, and she basically said that she viewed it as an opportunity to make someone her fan, right?[00:00:19] Like, just by someone attending her show, her goal was to convert them into a fan. Whereas, Burna definitely takes the approach of, "you should either already be one or recognize my fan base for what they are." I think in his case he's lucky cuz he's been able to back it up. especially when you look at Coachella to now.[00:00:40] but definitely a, an approach that's consistent with his brand. [00:01:11] Dan Runcie Guest Intro: Today's episode is a case study style breakdown on the one and only Burna Boy. I was joined by someone who is a near expert when it comes to the world of Burna Boy, and that is Denisha Kuhlor, who has been on the pod several times, and she is the founder of Stan, where not only does she focus on how artists can engage their fan bases, she's actually been involved with ticket giveaways for Burna Boy's upcoming stadium show in London. So she has insights into what these fans are like, what are some of their preferences? And we talked about all that and more. We broke down, Burna Boy's rise. What are some of the key things to his success? What are some of the challenges? Talked about some of the other moments that he's had that we wanted to talk about.[00:01:57] Where does that stand with him? What is his standout moment and where things could really go for him from here on out? Really great conversation. If you enjoyed the one we did on Cash Money a couple weeks ago. This is something similar, but about an artist who is really having this moment right now, and we broke it all down.[00:02:12] Here's our breakdown on Burna Boy.[00:02:14] Dan Runcie: All right, today we have our case study style breakdown on the one and only Burna Boy, and who else is gonna join me then? Someone that understands him and the work that he's done in and out over the past few years. Denisha Kuhlor Welcome back to the pod.[00:02:29] Denisha Kuhlor: Thanks so much for having me. [00:02:30] Dan Runcie: Yeah, and I wanted to talk to you because you wrote that piece in Trapital several months ago, talking about how artists who have relied on music festivals, maybe there's something that they may regret down the road in terms of actually getting in there and building the true fanboy fan base. And you used Burna Boy as an example of someone that went through this and obviously he's blowing up. He's had a huge year and we've now seen so much growth, especially in the past few years of just how so many African artists have been able to rise and grow platform.[00:03:05] But Burna Boy has clearly been able to hit levels that many others haven't. What do you think it is that has set him apart?[00:03:13] Denisha Kuhlor: Yeah, I think one, just Bruno boy is very compelling, as an artist. I've seen him perform, last year twice. his Madison Square Garden show. Then I got to see him at, Afrochella now, Afro Future, in Ghana. And one, he is a live band, as crazy as that sounds, I feel like that's rare and rarer these days. as consumers, it kind of feels like we've gotten used to maybe a DJ or kind of that accompany accompaniment. So the live band aspect is a huge one for me, and I think he's very compelling on stage and has great, charisma. and then lastly, I kind of feel like he was everywhere this year.[00:03:53] You couldn't really. Escape him, whether it was last, last, as a hit or, him touring so much of the United States. I feel like if you didn't know about Burna boy, maybe a year or two ago, last year was definitely just a true breakout year for him on the global stage. [00:04:09] Dan Runcie: Yeah, I think that makes sense. I think there was a couple other things that stuck out to me too. So he has been able to position himself as a leading man. I am the person that's headlining. I'm not just gonna be the person opening for the artist. gonna be the person that is doing the guest first.[00:04:27] And I do think that's some of the other artists who rose up from Africa, they have done a bit more of the, "okay, let me jump on the Drake verse. And then that becomes Drake's or things like that." although I know that Burna has done several guest appearances and feature shares, it hasn't been in that same way.[00:04:45] And I think he's still just been so focused on himself in that way. And of course it could take a little bit longer to develop, but it's almost like how in Hollywood you may see someone that is always positioning themselves as supporting acting roles. If that's where you're taken to blow up, it could be hard for the industry to see you.[00:05:04] The lead actor, but if you're willing to do the lead actor roles for the smaller things and you get the right thing, then you become seen as the lead actor on the big I feel like that's [00:05:14] been his experience. [00:05:15] Denisha Kuhlor: I'm totally aligned with you when, just based off you talking about that makes me think about some of his features on the continent. And he's largely broken those artists, right? You look at Bnxn,formerly known as Buju, right? [00:05:27] And the Lenu remix who was signed a Burna. I first heard about Amapiano,because Burna Boy got on the Spoon, No No remix, and one of the biggest breakout stars of the continent, Asake, the Zumba remix, this year. So I agree, I think he's positioned his features as more as like, let me lend a helping hand and let me get your distribution and your visibility. But if I was. In African artists or emerging artists from the continent vying for a feature in some ways, I'd probably wanna Burna feature over potentially a big artist from the west. [00:06:04] Dan Runcie: Yeah. And I think a lot of that is with his. And his persona, and we can get into that in a minute, but I that played into a lot of this. And as you said, he's been every run the past year and we're setting stage for an even bigger 2023 where he will do his stadium tour at London Stadium, the first African artist, a headline and do that.[00:06:26] What does that mean for his career?[00:06:28] Denisha Kuhlor: Yeah. One, I think it's just huge and a testament to how far music from the continent has grown. I think, you know, you look at the story or how people paint the narrative of how music from the continent has grown. And so often it's kind of like, oh, there's a population of people here or there's little, you know, subsets of people that are interested in the music.[00:06:51] Whereas now, it's makes it very clear that this is world music, right? This is pop music in a lot of ways in that people have embraced this music in the same way you look at, Latin music, right? And people are singing whether they know Spanish or not. I think it's really a testament to the ability to do that. So it's very exciting. [00:07:13] Dan Runcie: Yeah. I think you've also had a front row seat to this as well, because with your work at Stan, you've been doing ticket giveaways and things like that to really tap into who the Burna Boy super fans are.[00:07:26] Denisha Kuhlor: Yeah, so we've found two things working with Burna Boy fans or Burna Boy fan pages. Is that, or maybe even three. I find that one you have the fan that maybe, it reminds them of home. So typically a fan with roots or ties back to West Africa or Africa more broadly, who's now living abroad or first generation, but there's a sense of nostalgia or home as a result.[00:07:52] I think you also have fans that are like learning or being introduced to, Africa. Through his music, which has been really fascinating and really cool to see us talking to a fan, based in France, right? That like taught herself pidgin and like wants to visit Nigeria because she's such a big Burna boy fan.[00:08:11] and that's also really, really cool to see. And then third, I think you just have like hometown pride, right? Like you look at people in Lagos or even other African cities and people are just really, really proud of what he's been able to do. So it's interesting seeing all the subsets of fans together.[00:08:29] Denisha Kuhlor: But as someone who's attended his shows, I think it's exhilarating when you watch it all come together. [00:08:36] Dan Runcie: And just for some context for the listeners, what does your giveaway entail and what does that process look like?[00:08:43] Denisha Kuhlor: Yeah. So, we run live interactive trivia games that allow us to test a fan's knowledge and how much they actually know about the artists. So everything from lyrics to questions that fans would only know if they watch music videos to general information about Burna boy that you probably would only get if you read his interviews [00:09:04] or you just deeply know about him. Every time we're crafting these games, I actually learn so much more about, these artists that we work with. And so I say that to say, I'm continuously surprised not only by his fans' knowledge of his music and his lyrics, but also how intentional they've been about truly learning about him and what they feel he represents. And so I feel like he's done a really good job of being consistent in that narrative.[00:09:32] Dan Runcie: I think too, one of the other things that really works in his favor is that in the rise of the streaming era, we're seeing the rise of local repertoire and local language artists being able to rise and not just have to rely on Western cultures. And I think that the music industry has shifted a bit, or at least from a mentality perspective, and you could see this on the Spotify daily charts.[00:09:56] You can see there's so many places where there were so many artists who were used to being able to have that global footprint of essentially exporting their music elsewhere than making so much money they're now seeing less and they're seeing less because a lot of these artists are being able to do it themselves, and it's not just.[00:10:16] Burna Boy's being able to do this in West Africa, but he's being able to do this in France, which has, you know, a large West African population and some of these other corners of the world that do, and I'm curious to see how that will continue to develop, because you know how the diaspora and certain regions that.[00:10:34] You see more fans of West African artists than just West Africans in general, and how that will align with where someone like Burna Boy continues to tour and where some of the bigger concentrations of his fandom end up being.[00:10:49] Denisha Kuhlor: Yeah. I think, you know, interestingly enough, like he also probably benefited from the rise of like macro things that maybe couldn't plan, but like one black panther, right? Black Panther, like reignited people's curiosity about Africa and maybe in a way in which, they hadn't thought of before you look at things like the year of return in Ghana in 2019 and this bridge or this desire to have a bridge between black Americans in the United States and you know, people in Ghana.[00:11:18] And I think all those like, factors made people, got people excited and got excited in a way that his music just set the stage. If you came to Ghana in 2019, you were gonna hear br boy and people were gonna take it back, right? [00:11:33] Denisha Kuhlor: Davido said it best. He said, you know, Afrobeats will succeed because in America, everybody has one African friendand whether you realize it or not, like, you are exposed in some way, and I think as people's proximity changed and curiosity about each other and where people are from grew, especially as it relates to Africa, he really benefited from that. [00:11:56] Dan Runcie: That makes sense. That makes sense. And I think the other thing too, that I think about for him this year, he of course has the huge stadium show in London, but he's also coming back to Coachella and very famously back to Coachella after being quite upset in 2019 about the size of his name on that Coachella poster. And this day, this year, this time around, his name is much bigger. Still not a but I'd be curious know what you think, like how he must have felt about that process. Was there some level of buy-in? Because I could see at his level him thinking that, okay, I'm a superstar. I should be a headliner. But if they're now putting him on that second line right under the headliner, then how that may affect him. Obviously it's still great placement, but. Yeah.[00:12:45] Denisha Kuhlor: Yeah. You know, it's interesting and I remember when that happened and in some ways I think it probably helped his brand and really showed like it was a testament to the type of artist that he desired to be. I do, you know, think it's interesting because you do see within Africa stars that are huge, right?[00:13:04] And maybe they're numbers, quantitatively don't show up on the Spotify charts, they're on YouTube or they're on other platforms. there's still quite of downloading, that exists within just Africa as a whole. So sometimes we don't necessarily see an artist as set the way we would, maybe with an artist in the States or with a huge listenership in the States, from a charts perspective or immediately.[00:13:27] But I will say is I think it was interesting, him being so vocal in the approach he took, I think a lot of, Ayra Starr did a documentary for Spotify and she's quite big, especially within West Africa. And she talked about touring in the United States for the first time, and she basically said that she viewed it as an opportunity to make someone her fan, right?[00:13:48] Like, just by someone attending her show, her goal was to convert them into a fan. Whereas, Burna definitely takes the approach of, "you should either already be one or recognize my fan base for what they are." I think in his case he's lucky cuz he's been able to back it up. especially when you look at Coachella to now.[00:14:09] but definitely a, an approach that's consistent with his brand. [00:14:14] Dan Runcie: Right? Because I think that part of it too is there's clearly a western skew for a festival like Coachella. I know that when Burna had complained back in 2019 about where he was, people had shown where Kendrick Lamar was, I think it was 2012, and how small his name was compared to him being a headliner several years later.[00:14:35] Denisha Kuhlor: The difference there though is that Kendrick Lamar is from Compton, which is which is driving distance to Indio, California where Coachella is, versus Burna boy may have numbers, may have the base, it's is that base, if they're not a strong contention of them in the in Southern California, are they going to be able to get there?[00:14:58] And I do think that the fact that he is, you know, second because this year you're headliners, unless someone pulls out, you never know what happens. But, right now your headliners are Frank Ocean, Bad Bunny, and Black Pink. So he's, you know, just under there. So you never know what could happen. Things shift all the time, but I assume if based on his placement, it must be a pretty decent size bag as well.[00:15:21] At least I know for the headliners, the last I checked a few years ago, they were getting paid 4 million per weekend, which totaled 8 million total. so that's what I would assume the payday would be for, Bunny, Black Pink and Frank Ocean, but then that next row down probably isn't too far below that.[00:15:40] I mean, I'm sure it is less money, but I don't know how much less.[00:15:43] Sure. Yeah. Yeah. And when you look at like negotiating from just a hard tickets perspective, in terms of what he's been able to drive from last year alone, he definitely had some strong leverage from a negotiating standpoint.[00:15:57] Dan Runcie: definitely. And with someone like him too. I know that we've talked a lot about artists and how they're able to develop true fandom, and I think true fandom is the people that are showing up at your. Concerts and they know the words of everything and not just singing the TikTok part that goes viral that we've seen from whether it's many artists that have experienced that, that have had TikTok hits that have blown up.[00:16:24] How do you think that impacts someone like Burna boy, I don't necessarily feel like he is making music, quote unquote for TikTok. I know a lot of the stuff that blows up their artists don't have any control over, but how do you think that skews, like how do you think that soc or short form video has played a factor, if at all, in his career and his rise?[00:16:44] Denisha Kuhlor: Yeah, I think a few ways, one, touring, right? I think people want to go to a Bea boy show even if they haven't seen him before or only know a few songs. So I think it's definitely been really, really helpful there. I don't know how many, people know, like the story behind Ye, one of his breakout hits, but like SEO just like really helped him.[00:17:05] So he had the song, Ye. It was already uploaded to streaming platforms, and then Kanye came out with his album. . And so a lot of folks search for Kanye's album, but his, was still like ranking pretty high on Spotify. They actually released a video that that day or around that time thinking, thinking Kanye, for, for the album name.[00:17:25] So I do think in, this is what's so interesting. He's very true to himself in the sense that he's definitely not an artist that like hopped on those trends, right? Like TikTok is not really potentially his thing. he's not gonna be doing any TikTok dances, so he's still been authentic to himself. While I think galvanizing his fans or letting his fans know, he appreciates their effort and I believe his fans look at it more so it as like, let's spread this message, regardless of his participation.[00:17:58] That's something I always get from his fans specifically, it seems like you have different artists, with fan bases. Like the Barbz need Nicki to participate, they want Nicki to participate, right? [00:18:09] Whereas Burna fans, I feel like they do their own thing. They know the temperament of the artists and what he likes to do, and so they don't, they're not really like rushing for him to, adopt maybe some of those technique. [00:18:23] Dan Runcie: And that's an interesting breakdown. Do you think that any of that is compared to where the artist is from or just the nature of their fans? Thinking specifically about the Barbz versus Burna Boy's fans.[00:18:37] Denisha Kuhlor: Mm. that is interesting. You know, I can't say with certainty, but what I will say and as I've spent more time in Ghana is that there's a level of familiarity. I find, past, maybe, I don't know what it is, but past like, experiences that maybe invoke a certain socioeconomic status. There's a level of familiarity, that you'll find these artists like I've definitely maybe seen, or you can be in spaces with so many of these artists just casually like going to a restaurant or, you know, like you living your.[00:19:16] And, I do think that invokes a certain sense of familiarity in which fame is perceived differently here. like in Ghana specifically, you see a lot of, a lot of artists here with very little to know security. just like really doing regular things. it's very different, whereas the fame is more sensationalized it feels, in the states, like you can be in the club with Burna, he's walking up and there's not gonna be the, oh my god, Burna, like that kind of thing. It's very different in that way. So maybe that wouldn't really add much, at least to his core or his home base fans, because that familiarity is there. [00:19:56] Dan Runcie: Yeah, it feels a bit the closest thing that I would. You have in the US is Atlanta, where you would have the artists that are at the mall or you see them walking around and stuff. And it isn't necessarily the same level of frenzy, although that may be a little bit different now, but in like, you know, the nineties, two thousands, you would see them a bit more.[00:20:17] And I think there was a bit more of that vibe that felt a bit more natural like, you know, you go to Magic City or something like that and you would see someone. I think the other thing that is distinctive too with the US fans versus maybe some of the fans, others, is that online, I think you do see a bit more of that hive behavior, specifically from a group like the Barbz, where I think there's almost a falsification to them.[00:20:45] Denisha Kuhlor: And in that, I mean the reactiveness to the other side and what they're saying, and there's almost the galvanization of that and how the barbs can galvanize in Cardi B take down, or a snide comment of someone trying to come at Nicki in a way, but they that bit of catalyst to feel galvanized.You know what's interesting? I do find it that I do think that Burna fans and maybe the big three, so for folks listening, within Africa, the big threes typically referred to as DeVito, Burna boy and Whiz Kids. So they all have their, various fan bases. And the only time I really feel like that's activated.[00:21:27] Seeing how their artists are doing in the West and comparing. Right. So, you know, obviously with Burna winning the Grammy, but and I talked to you about this, like his, Madison Square garden numbers were quite contested. Like if you actually look at the Twitter account that shares,ticketing information. That one was like retweeted so many times because it was the fan bases going back and forth.[00:21:50] Like he actually did sell out MSG versus didn't he? So it's very interesting because while, you know, in some ways like his hyper localized approach in terms of the themes of his music is what's propelling him on the world stage. I do think these fan bases are very curious to see just how well they're doing and they use that as the point of comparison, as it relates to other African artist. [00:22:13] Dan Runcie: Wait, what was the contention that the fans had about the MSG sellout?[00:22:18] Denisha Kuhlor: Yeah, so there were a few things. One, they felt like there weren't enough seats available. [00:22:23] Dan Runcie: Oh, you did tell me about this. [00:22:25] Denisha Kuhlor: True . Yeah. Like it was a true sellout. And, at first folks didn't believe that he had sold it out. So, it's also interesting with fan bases because you're now seeing like novice or people, fans knew to wanting to understand how the industry works and also wanting to dig into what that means. But that, I think gave the confirmation that he did sell it out,and led to other fan base battles over the discrepancies. [00:22:56] Dan Runcie: Right? Yeah. Cuz you and I talked about this. It isn't like if someone just books like a music hall or a House of blues, purpose of that is for music venue. So the capacity's listed as the capacity, but for some of these sports venues, it could be very different because artists have such different set pieces and stage and production and you don't wanna perform with your back to people like yyou're gonna be different places. So [00:23:18] Denisha Kuhlor: Exactly. [00:23:18] Dan Runcie: You can't compare the sellout for a Knick's playoff game capacity and be like, oh, well that had more people than Burna Boy's selling out MSG. It's like, it [00:23:27] Denisha Kuhlor: Exactly. And that was a lot of, the conversation, which I thought was so interesting. But I also think it it came about because of how he branded it, right? One Night in Space was the name of that. It wasn't part of a tour, anything, it was just one night in space. And so there were gonna be a lot of eyes on that event, regardless.[00:23:48] Dan Runcie: Yeah, and you know, people always try to poke holes when they see something that surprises them that they probably wouldn't have, you know, seen otherwise.[00:23:57] So we've talked a lot about the things that Burna Boy's done well, how he's got to this point. Do you think there's any missed opportunities so far at this point in his career or anything that you've looked back on and be like, huh, I wonder if he did that differently, or even things that he may be doing after?[00:24:11] Denisha Kuhlor: Yeah, so, I obviously have a company around fan engagement, so some of the fan engagement has been interesting. I will say, one thing that's been, very pleasant for me has been some of his intentionality around connecting deeper with his fans this last album he did host quite a few meet and greets, and had people bring their albums or you know, even bring their kids and like that kind of thing.[00:24:37] I felt like he was really like seeing and touching people, which is something that in the past it didn't really seem like maybe he was open to or necessarily had the appetite for. So that was nice to see. It sounds like, or at least for me, the professionalism when it came to One Night in Space was also great. [00:24:56] the show started on time, ended on time. Can't necessarily say the same for some of his shows within Africa. And that can be due to a host of reasons, but it definitely does lead to, maybe folks will get different experiences. And that's what's so tricky in some ways about artists, in supporting artists.[00:25:16] He's also headlined Afro Nation, Afro Nation, Puerto Rico. They've pulled out the day before and he was replaced with Rick Ross, which upset a lot of fans. So, I say all that to say, I think. It's a Burna Boy production or Burna Boy affair. it seems like everything is phenomenal. and just A- plus end to end when there are other stakeholders.[00:25:41] The process doesn't always seem as smooth, at least for the end user experience, for the fan. so I, I think it sometimes becomes a question of like are we going to continue to pursue some of these opportunities with other stakeholders, whether that's festivals or, just some of these other events, right?[00:26:00] Denisha Kuhlor: Or are we going to take the bulk of our production or the bulk of our events or how a fan can interact with me from a live performance standpoint in-house, and control the end-to-end experience that way.[00:26:13] Dan Runcie: Yeah. And I do think that this strength weakness here lines up with the things that we're saying before, right? If he's someone that wants to be the lead, you wanna be the focus. You're gonna put more energy into the Burna Boy Productions and you may take a slight at things that are not that right. And I think it's unfortunate if some of that distribution skews between the things you do outside of Africa are the things you do in the Western world that do buttoned up, but then when you're back home it has less energy, less focus because yeah, your day one fans of your stans are gonna feel like, okay, well now that he's stadium status, what do we get?[00:26:52] Denisha Kuhlor: Yeah. and in fairness, you know, some of that is probably, you know, thanks to the regulation, like there is no coming on at 2:00 AM at MSG. Like they will set everyone home. You'll not be allowed to perform. they will charge you a fine. so there's also I think just some of the like, again, the standards upheld within these ecosystems.[00:27:12] But it breeds a dynamic that it's unfortunate and I think is happening just overall where consumers are privy to this at this experience. As a fan that goes to see a show, I don't really wanna hear the promoter and technical issues and like production. I paid my money, I took my money to see this artist.[00:27:35] So, now the fact that fans are being so exposed in a lot of ways to all the elements behind these things, not only are making them more sophisticated consumers, in deciding whether to patronize you again, but it's taking away some of the magic that was entertainment and like show business. [00:27:54] Dan Runcie: Yeah. I do think that for someone like him specifically, it is important to work on how could this product be the best that it can be? Whether you are doing it at home, whether you're doing it elsewhere, and obviously knowing where you're doing it elsewhere, you're involved with other productions, there's things that are gonna be outta your control.[00:28:13] And I know it's asking someone that is naturally more focused on putting more into the things they have more control into to still bring that same energy elsewhere. But hopefully, I'm sure that he wants to be eventually a headliner at a Coachella or a Glastonbury. I'm to do other stadium shows as well. That'll actually go to the next thing that I'll ask you, I think that if that's the goal, then some of that energy has to con continue there. So, two questions here, this is a two-parter. So the first one, obviously London is the first. Well, I don't wanna say the first, but at least it's the one of the biggest stages that he has had himself.[00:28:51] I think, you know, we'll see how many tickets end up being sold. I assume it'll probably be at least like 60,000 or so, just given the size of that place. But where do you think, if you could project where the next stadium shows would be based on his fan base, based on what you know, where do you think those would I would say Texas , somewhere in, Texas. I mean, Dallas and Houston have some of the biggest African populations, within the United States. And so when I think about that, not only do they have African, you know, or they're first gen or immigrant populations, but a lot of people have also been exposed just by proximity.[00:29:31] So I think, yeah, I think it would be either Houston or Dallas. Definitely somewhere in the States, I do think he could do somewhere else in Europe, but if looking at the data really does concentrate, at least in London and with the disposable income, I think that would allow for a show like that, for a show like that to be successful. Another thing about Burna that's interesting is, he's been touring. So a lot of these fans, you hadn't seen him two years ago. You definitely have had your opportunity to see him now. even when I think about, by the time I saw him at Madison Square Garden, I could have seen him at Afropunk right in New York as well.[00:30:14] He did summer or he was supposed to do Summer Jam. So there were like multiple opportunities, even just within New York to see him. So I wonder though, before he does that. There will be a bit of a, break, or at least new music so that the consumer feels like they're seeing something. [00:30:31] Dan Runcie: What about Paris?[00:30:32] Denisha Kuhlor: Yeah. So Paris is a really interesting market. He has a ton of fans in Paris and I talk to them quite often. I don't know though. I, I don't know if a stadium show can work there just yet. And part of the reason is because I do think that the market rewards in some ways, , those who try.[00:30:53] And while he's done a ton of podcasts, a ton of interviews, a ton of things, I can't say how much he's actually interacted with, you know, some of the French press andsome of the opportunities there. He did do something really cool, recently or, yeah, not too recently. where he did a like deep cuts performance for 300 fans and he just announced it on Twitter and folks got to go.[00:31:19] So I think he can work up to it just quantitatively. It might take longer than other markets.[00:31:27] Dan Runcie: Yeah, Paris was one that had in mind I think, those things you mentioned make sense. New York was another one too. Just given that MSG show and you have the MetLife stadium, I feel like like that could eventually happen.[00:31:39] Denisha Kuhlor: Yeah. Yeah. I think New York makes a lot of sense. It's pretty close to, obviously, you know, DC and Virginia, which also have big African populations. New Yorkers have seen him and know, someone who attended the MSG show. I really felt like there was like a sense of pride, like folks were really excited to be there, and to see this. And it definitely makes you feel like in events. And one that you could partake in multiple times for sure.[00:32:07] Dan Runcie: Right. And two, with this, we talked about his missed opportunities, but what do you think about the best opportunity or the best move that he has made so far in his career?[00:32:20] Denisha Kuhlor: Yeah, I think one consistency. He's been pretty consistent about releasing new music, whether it came to the album that he released during COVID, as well as his latest album now. There's definitely a strategy, I think, of always being focused or always looking ahead or being able to see what's next.[00:32:40] And so he's been able to use consistency through his own music, but also relevancy by jumping onto trends that are new, whether it's or not new. I feel like the Ima piano folks are gonna come at me for that. But,whether it's Amapiano, right? or Asake who really brought a new sound for folks.[00:32:59] So I think he's been able to do that really well. I think it was really intentional of his team. We've gotten to see, and not to compare Burna Boy to Ice Spice, but as consumers, I think so often, we see folks, do really well as a result of a breakout hit and have these expectations of them that don't necessarily correlate.[00:33:23] And it's actually been really great to watch an artist like Ice Spice or even a Little Nas X kind of come into their own when it comes to their performance and stage play overall. Whereas with him, I think he really got to build that methodically and, and over time, get comfortable on stage, see what works, what doesn't work, figure out the kinks of working with the band.[00:33:44] And so he's really, really been able to perfect and invest in his live show, which we're seeing dividends on now, while also maintaining just the consistency of new music and relevancy, which is quite d [00:33:57] Dan Runcie: Yeah, I think the Ice Spice is interesting because I was talking to someone about this a couple days ago and she had just put out her project, and I think it may be sold around like 15,000 units. And that of course sparked some discussion. And the thing is, it's hard to even frame something like that as a negative because six months ago, most of you didn't even know who this was, if we're [00:34:23] So we have the nature of the internet being able to help someone skyrocket into a different level. Almost overnight, and then just realizing that her team, everyone else has to catch up. It's a very different situation, like where Burna Boy is showing you that, yeah, it takes time to get to this point.[00:34:42] I mean, if he starts really releasing music, you know, early 2010s. By 2017, still doing small venues in New York. And then it really until, you know, a couple years later where you're being able to hit that. If you even get to that point, it's so hard. And I do think that live performances in the honest you command is one of the few things that can't quote unquote blow up overnight and it's, if anything is the more humbling thing that we see. I think streams can be somewhat humbling to some extent, as you've seen, but even that can be misleading. So it does at least ring true, and I think for me, I'd spoke about this earlier, but the thing about his career that I think is the best move for him was just continuing to position himself as the lead and not necessarily, you know, following the latest trend just to hop on it. Although I think he was smart about things, but not just trying to attach himself. I think he still had the brand there and it took longer than some may have, you know, wanted, or maybe even he saw himself, especially, I can only imagine, you know, it's 2015, you're doing this for a few years, things still bubbling.[00:35:53] So I do think that worked to his advantage cuz now it's really only a handful of artists globally that can say they're in that position. And then really his whole continent, you know, of the big three is at least the one that has the most exposure and platform in base right now.[00:36:09] Denisha Kuhlor: What did you think of? I feel his choice to embrace Artis from the west like his last two or three really, his last maybe three albums, you see like a really conscientious approach, whether he's had everyone from YG to Keilani, had Diddy executive produce an album, and that felt really intentional to reach, listenership or an audience from the westlike you said, it's probably tricky like if that went wrong, it could have really went wrong but in his case it seemed to go right, but I'm curious what you thought that. [00:36:43] Dan Runcie: Yeah. I think part of the reason why it worked is like, I feel like he picked artists that felt somewhat aligned with like what he was doing too like I, at least from what I read, I think the YG track may have potentially would've involved Nipsey, but you know, Nipsey had passed, so like that didn't work.[00:36:58] It's not as if he was just hopping on, you know, who is the hot single that like needs someone or like, you know, the Drake or whoever else. And not that I think with Drake is an issue, but because obviously is done and then Bad Bunny's continue to grow. But I feel like because he's like picking certain artists and maybe not every pick I necessarily, you know, thought was like his best music, but there seemed to be a ality with people that like lined up with him where it's like, okay, I've listened to enough why G'S music over the years?[00:37:28] I could see why someone like Burna Boy would want to do music with him, right? So I feel like for me, that piece of it did line up and I know that if you're trying to grow there, there's some inevitable push of who can I align myself with that isn't just trying to do the generic pop thing. Like I don't think I would ever hear him beyond a Maroon Five song, which I do feel kind of becomes like a bit of a rite of passage for a lot of, Western hop artists.[00:37:57] But I'd be very surprised if I ever saw Burna Boy.[00:38:01] Denisha Kuhlor: Yeah. No, that makes sense. That makes sense. [00:38:03] Dan Runcie: Yeah. the other thing that I think this conversation taps into is just the broader growth and the broader expansion of record labels and infrastructure in Africa from what the music industry to do and how Burna Boy's been able to help. In many ways, not just, I don't wanna say necessarily lead that because I think he's did a lot of this without the infrastructure.[00:38:26] If anything, the infrastructure has kind of started to come as a result of what he's done. But I've also heard a few rumblings from different folks that some of the investments of certain record labels, some of the majors having offices there, there's been questions about how they're seeing what's viable, what makes sense now because some of the artists that blew up, they don't have those artists on those labels, so now they're trying to find the next person and they're realizing that really hard to do that.[00:38:55] Denisha Kuhlor: Yeah. You know what's interesting, and I thought a lot about this is I feel like most artists on the continent don't necessarily need help on the continent. So much to our point of thinking about like Coachella, that was so surprising to Burna Boy because he was a huge star within Africa.[00:39:11] and when you look at the labels, he's engaged, for like a more global expansion. The thing I think he's been very clear of and his mother and the rest of his team is that like they've got Africa covered. And so I do think that could be part of the reason why maybe some of these labels are struggling because in a way it probably makes sense or the hunches to put more money or investment into what's already working, which is within Africa. When in reality I think it, it forces you to start to iterate and experiment on what's gonna resonate in terms of an artist, fans, an artist who has fans abroad, or them starting to build their broad audience.[00:39:53] And while an African audience it probably validates a lot of things, right? Maybe stage, presence, charisma, ability to connect, that the music is global or can reach people like it, that change or that shift. now being in the states or being in Europe is also quite different as well.[00:40:11] Denisha Kuhlor: And I think it forces labels to take a true A and R approach, whether it comes to everything from media training, Interacting, there's cultural differences. And so, I think it's going to lead way to maybe a new type of executive. it's something I thought a lot about music programs like the Music Business Academy,in Africa.[00:40:33] That's done really, really amazing work. I continue to be really, really impressed with the folks at Maven. And what their talent is doing, I think, for the African music ecosystem. But, with that being said, I think that the ecosystem is still getting to the point. where it's maturing, but also maturing in a way where folks can capitalize not only on the talent from the ecosystem, within Africa, but there being true connections, going both ways, because that's ultimately where the label will be able to recognize their power.[00:41:05] But for an artist that is already successful in some ways already getting Booked for shows. You look at, you know, where Tua Savage was by the time she got signed, or a DeVito by the time, he got signed abroad, they're already huge stars, which in some ways is different than what labels are used to signing in the States.[00:41:27] They, you know, would either find an artist and before invest the development in them or find an artist who's had maybe success digitally, but are working with them, on some of their more physical initiatives. So, I think it's interesting, but I also think it's a bit of a, different framework or thinking that some of these labels need to do in terms of the true maturity of the talent at the time they're being signed in some cases.[00:41:52] Dan Runcie: Yeah. When I heard rumblings that some of these record label offices that had recently started in Nigeria or elsewhere in Africa, that they were starting to question some of the future and the growth and things, I honestly wasn't that surprised because if you look at the way the record labels work in the US and at least currently they're working cause.[00:42:16] you have the Drake's and you have the Taylor's and the Adele's and Beyonces, and you've given them more favorable deals. But knowing that even if they more favorable deal, whatever share you get of that is still gonna make up for more than everything else. And that's gonna help your strategy in so many other ways.[00:42:33] Versus you're starting from scratch in a landscape where it's already harder to like develop someone from the ground up. And you're starting that without the Burna Boy without DeVito or without them, and now you're trying to find that person and you're trying to, you know, still do the investment. It's tough to get there because it took these folks so many years to get to that point.[00:42:55] So if you didn't start like a 10 year time horizon and you're have a bit of that, you know, more of a standard, okay, what has this person done for me lately? Do we keep this artist? Do we drop them? It isn't going to work in the same way. And we saw some of those same challenges, not even to this level happen.[00:43:12] 20 years ago when there were so many artists from Jamaica that were starting to blow up when reggae and reggae Fusion was really starting to be the wave when Sean Paul was doing his thing, and we didn't even get to that point where they were even trying to start the record label. There were issues with visas Yeah. Yes, and all. [00:43:31] Denisha Kuhlor: It doesn't just transfer. That's, you know, that's such a great point. Like I think in some ways people expect the success in the continent to like transfer almost smoothly when in reality a new type of work is just beginning. And that's the type of work that, you know, when you think about the office, the big office is looking for, right?[00:43:51] Because that's gonna produce quantitatively what they wanna see. and so in a way it can feel discouraging because you're like, wow, I have this artist, they've done this, this, and this. They're getting booked for shows here. Now we're going to Europe and we can't do a 500 person venue, but we just did a 5,001.[00:44:06] Dan Runcie: Yeah, it's gonna be fascinating to see how this develops, but before we close things out though, let's say five years from now, 2028, where's Burna Boy in his career, right? At that point, what is he doing?[00:44:18] Denisha Kuhlor: Yeah, I really, you know, I call it like a bit of the Jay-Z effect, but in some ways I see that for him, one clearly has an ear, not only for like developing talent, but also emerging talent, from, you know, a feature to Bnxn who assigned onto his label, but ended up not staying ended to, ask to leave the label, which I think is very interesting.[00:44:40] So I kind of wanna see if he focuses or hones more on also like developing talent innately his sister's also the creative director for his brand. I think too, we'll also will also see him play a role where he does a lot of fun things around fan engagements. he talked about in an interview that he's performed at so many venues and gotten to travel the world. And so he wants to take a really exciting approach in like performing on a train or kind of doing all these other like, cool fan experiences. So hopefully will he'll start to experiment with that as well.[00:45:20] Denisha Kuhlor: And it'd be interesting, but I think he might have the potential to be a really high touring artist for a long time. We see some artists that are just like, they can go on tour. It feels whenever they want, regardless of whether they have new music or not. And to some extent, I think that he just might be an artist that can command that.[00:45:42] and this has, you know, everybody's talking about, everybody's talking about catalogs nowadays, but as you think about how digitally Native Africa is, how young the population is. I'll be curious to see if he gets an offer he can't refuse. on the catalog side, there's more and more, places invest in content within Africa.[00:46:02] Denisha Kuhlor: It's only gonna increase, syncs the power of nostalgia as well. . Well, my hunch would be that he wouldn't sell, it wouldn't surprise me if we also saw him really structuring his business or his brand in, a way, that commands a high catalog price as well. [00:46:19] Dan Runcie: Yeah, when you're one of the biggest ones in this like wave and you're really reaching the height that others haven't reached before, you do have a bit of that advantage, right? Are able to this rise in a number of ways. So it's gonna be fascinating. I'm excited feel like at a minimum, what headline in Glastonbury feels like an inevitable thing, just given with things.[00:46:39] So yeah, I am eager to see how this all plays out. And who knows, maybe he'll be at Coachella again, and maybe he'll have the headline spot and at that point there's nowhere else to, you know, complain. Maybe we'll just have Burna Boy hyphen the African Giant and that'll be what's on the poster,[00:46:56] Denisha Kuhlor: Yes, I can literally see like just the African giants. I think that would be just such a moment, in the funniest way, like very reminiscent of Jay-Z, Jay-Z at Glastonbury, no. Yeah, it would be cool to see that all come full circle.[00:47:10] Dan Runcie: Definitely. Well, Denisha, this was awesome. Thanks again for making the time and making this happen[00:47:16] Denisha Kuhlor: Thanks so much for having me.[00:47:17] Dan Runcie: If you enjoyed this podcast, go ahead and share it with a friend. Copy the link, text it to a friend, post it in your group chat. Post it in your Slack groups. Wherever you and your people talk, spread the word. That's how capital continues to grow and continues to reach the right people. 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Super Producer Swaggyono is back to chat about his leatest endeavors and upcoming projects, as well as introduce the new First 48 Challenge Pt 2 Barstool talk from the biggest sipper in Philly with some of the most innovate people in the world, Sammie is the one to sit and sip wit if you wanna enjoy conversation. 00:00 TRAILERS 00:15 INTROS 02:30 MUSIC ETIQUETE PROGRAM 04:00 "I MAKE BEATS" 13:00 12 YEARS PRODUCING BEFORE STRIKING BIG 16:10 PRODUCER CAMP 22:15 FIRST 48 CHALLENGE PT 2 25:00 AFROCHELLA 31:00 THE RESPONSIBLITY THAT COMES WITH SUCCESS 33:20 IDEAL WORKSPACE 36:45 IF YOU HAD TO LEAVE PHILLY, WHERE? 39:00 FIRST PILOT FROM ERIE AVE 49:00 PRODUCER TAGS 58:00 WORKING ON DYING 1:09:00 SHOUT OUT FREDDIE GIBBS 1:16:00 AINT TRICKIN IF YOU GOT IT 1:21:00 OUTROS https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YZpJ_... @PhillyFirst48 @swaggyono9256 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sippinwitsammie/support

Excited to kick off Season 6 with Founder & CEO of AfroFuture (formerly Afrochella) - a festival designed to elevate, celebrate and highlight the essence of African talent across the continent. It is the most anticipated and culturally align festival bringing the Disapora together through music, art, fashion, food, and so much more. AfroFuture has been featured in numerous publications such as CNN, BBC, Vogue, GQ, Essence, you name it — it is an experience you do not want to miss. We talked about Abdul's early upbringing's and how it shaped who he is today. Abdul walked us through the birth of Afrochella, the lessons he needed to learn to get it off the ground, and how he continues to pitch his business to brands in an authentic and meaningful way. Abdul gives us the behind the scenes on how it evolve overtime and the impact it has made in Ghana. In 2019, AfroFuture was responsible for 16% of Ghana's Tourism and it has increased every since. AfroFuture is making history and has turned into a cultural phenomenon changing the narrative of Africa. This is an episode you don't want to miss!

Join KB, Shug, and Elle one last time. As your favorite Southern girls wrap up the Femme Noir Files, they share what they did for the holidays, some of their favorite show topics, and their plans for 2023 and beyond.    It also wouldn't be an FNF episode if they didn't discuss what's currently going on, including LaKeith Stanfields baby momma drama, Torey Lanez's arrest, and the end of Afrochella. The ladies also send prayers to Damar Hamlin (KB still isn't watching football) and celebrate a NASA scientist and a black owned investment firm.  Although the show is ending, you can keep up with the ladies on social - KB (deejaykb14 on IG and Twitter, Shug (brownshug6 on IG), and Elle (lg_walkitout on IG and evolvingelle on Twitter). Thank you for rocking with us for 3 + years and 100 episodes! We ❤️ you!  Don't forget to show the ladies of FNF some love on their way out by sending them an email to femmenoirfiles@gmail.com!  Episode Produced By: DJ KB Music Mix By: @djsolebrother (Instagram)

As December pressure is approaching we will bring you a week by week synopsis of what to expect this Christmas. This is the first of many episode's throughout the December period. This particular episodes focuses on the Road to Afrochella, Headline concerts etc

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CMU's Andy Malt and Chris Cooke review key events in music and the music business from the last week, including Animal Collective's announcement that they are cancelling their European tour, which was due to take place next month, explaining that – while preparing for the shows – they realised they were looking at “an economic reality that simply does not work and is not sustainable”, plus Mike Batt's revelation that he's destroyed his original multitrack tapes for the music he made as The Wombles to stop anyone remastering his work. STORIES DISCUSSED THIS WEEK • Animal Collective cancel European shows after concluding that international touring in 2022 isn't economically viable • Mike Batt destroyed the Wombles master tapes so that they can't be remixed after he dies ALSO MENTIONED • Coachella sues Afrochella for trademark infringement • Santigold cancels US tour: “I will not continue to sacrifice myself for an industry that has become unsustainable” • Deezer releases AI tool to split tracks into individual parts (November 2019) MORE FROM CMU • Upcoming CMU webinars • Buy MMF and CMU Insights' Dissecting The Digital Dollar book on Amazon • Sign up to receive the CMU Daily news bulletin • Listen to the full Setlist theme tune

Listen to Kenny, co-founder of Afrochella share how the amazing festival came to exist. Find out more about Afrochella via https://afrochella.com/. Find me on Instagram @slices_of_grace Happy listening!

In episode 80 of the #IPSERIES podcast, I discuss the interplay of #IP and #musicfestivals, intellectual property protection for well know marks, what it means for a trademark application to be abandoned, ways a trademark owner can grant you consent, permission, and authorization, and many more as I analyze the Coachella Music Festival, LLC and Goldenvoice, LLC suing Afrochella Limited, BBNZ Live Limited, Culture Management Group Limited, & others for an alleged #Trademark and #Servicemark #Infringement;  False Designation Of Origin; #Cybersquatting; and #unfairCompetition of #coachella and #chella marks What are your views on this case, do you think Afrochella is similar to Coachella and Chella? See the link to listen to my views on the case:  https://anchor.fm/rita-chindah/episodes/Intellectual-Property-and-Music-Festival-Basics-for-event-organizers-e1p6699 Link to listen on Audiomack: https://audiomack.com/rss/ipseriesinfo/podcast.rss  You can subscribe to my newsletter via this link-  https://ipseries.substack.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ipseries_with_reedah Twitter: https://twitter.com/IPSERIES1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/836484013662125/?ref=share Subscribe on Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/1d6vuZteT368fBQiuC0aok Link to the Twitter version:  https://twitter.com/esmeraldo99/status/1579472664871436290?t=WXUS6e57zG96C8r22Dgdmw&s=19 Instagram version: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CjcyH-UAFck/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= #intellectualproperty #coachella #afrochella #brandprotection #trademark #servicemark #cybersquatting #domainname #license #musicfestival #music --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rita-chindah/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rita-chindah/support

Your business matters too much to keep making the same trademark mistakes. These can have a long term effect on your business. Not completing a thorough trademark clearance search? Still waiting until after branding is complete to consult a business or trademark attorney?  Cut. It. Out. Listen to Attorney LaConya Murray spill some legal tea over the Afrochella vs Coachella trademark situation and discuss the common trademark mistakes highlighted in the case.

On this week's episode, Simi and Feyikemi discuss the recent drama within Marlian Music, Coachella filing a lawsuit against Afrochella and Asa suing Joeboy. They also put you on to their favourite shows and songs right now!Make sure you listen to the playlist - F&S Rotations Apple Music and Spotify, updated weekly.Send fan mail & enquiries to: contactfands@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter & Instagram

On this week's episode, Simi and Feyikemi discuss the recent drama within Marlian Music, Coachella filing a lawsuit against Afrochella and Asa suing Joeboy. They also put you on to their favourite shows and songs right now!Make sure you listen to the playlist - F&S Rotations Apple Music and Spotify, updated weekly.Send fan mail & enquiries to: contactfands@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter & Instagram

Kevin and Amanda talk: KDTU at the Mission Ballroom Bob Weir and the NSO at Kennedy Center Alice In Chains Fake Encores Berry Oakley Jr. Benefit Tipitina's Benefit for Jan Ramsey Chochella suing Afrochella plus Part 01 of our interview with Louis Smith and Jake Vanaman from Kendall Street Company All That Jam is brought to you by Executive Producers Amanda Cadran and Kevin Hogan. Produced and edited by Amanda Cadran and Kevin Hogan. Mixed and Mastered by Kevin Hogan. Original Music by Aaron Gaul. Art by Amanda Cadran.

On this episode co-host HandsomeFellah sits with Blacvolta as they review the Afrochella Beach x La Sunday Beach Party in CIV

It's our first episode of 2022, sorry for our lateness! Trends and Tings is a recap of all the current news in the world of Black travel. This week we're recapping everything that happened in West Africa this past December. Tiffanie explains how pleasantly surprised she was with Nigeria, Jide talks about how Afrochella has turned Ghana into Las Vegas, and David talks about visa issues coming from the UK. The discussion was so good we had to do a part 2, coming next week. Big Chune: Fireboy DML & Ed Sheeran - Peru Goya Menor & Nektunez – Ameno Amapiano Remix (You Wanna Bamba) 

in this episode i speak with Edward Adjaye also known as DeezyDoThis about his work with the Afrochella festival. We talk about his work behind the scenes from the inception of the festival to their current 2-day festival booked for the end of 2022. You can connect Deezy at https://www.instagram.com/deezydothis/ and find out more about the upcoming festival at  https://afrochella.com/Kindly support the podcast by leaving a short review, it would really make a difference. #judeslist

In this episode of Black Power Moves, part of the Ebony Covering Black America Podcast Network, we're speaking to Seneca Dunmore, International Speaker, and Speaker Coach. Coined the “Pint-Sized Powerhouse” for her magnetic energy, unrelenting tenacity, and spellbinding storytelling abilities, Seneca Dunmore is an international speaker, speaker coach, and tireless humanitarian.  Before starting her entrepreneurial journey in 2014, Seneca worked in business development and consulting for a multi-billion-dollar human capital consulting firm in the nation's capital negotiating multi-million-dollar technology contracts for the oil and gas industry.  She now employs that same knowledge and expertise to equip high-impact professionals and business owners in the Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) community with the necessary tools to leverage speaking as a primary vehicle to secure 4, 5 and 6-figure contracts for their business(es).  Ms. Dunmore has traveled to more than 45 countries and has been featured in national and international media outlets like the New York Times, Essence Magazine, Black Enterprise, and Afrochella in Ghana.  Her portfolio also includes features with FOX News, KPRC, KHOU, 97.9, 93.7, and many more. Seneca has a Bachelors's in Biology, a Masters's in Management Information Systems, and is currently completing her doctorate in Education Administration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Sauce Have Mercy podcast our host Sauce Babie is accompanied by Toronto's own DJ Lissa Monet. Lissa travelled to Ghana during Detty December 2020 for the first time to DJ for Afrochella which led to her moving there. In addition the two discuss top restaurants in Ghana, Jollof rice, Waakye stew, Afro beats 2022 and more. Episode 33 is available on all platforms, Enjoy folks!

Oh did you think she was just the Social Media Manager for Afrochella? Well if that wasn't impressive enough, join Adjoa for a part 2 conversation with Louise as she talks about her companies, the Brand Conversationalist a full service marketing consultancy and Madamfo Luxe, her beautifully elegant clothing line, offering original pieces for women of all shapes and sizes. Join us! Become enlightened!

Anton and BC discuss Afrochella, the Student Freedom Initiative, and preserving Black mental health.

Why is the black community still so poorly represented in leadership positions? We speak to the changemakers who are doing something about it. Kike Onawinde used to represent Great Britain in the javelin before setting up the Black Young Professionals Network, which is all about connecting ambitious future leaders. Jean-Marc Laouchez is the President of the Management Consultancy firm Korn Ferry Institute in Paris, who says the main reason why things are not changing is because of the established power structure. Abdul Karim Abdullah, is a clinical trial manager for a pharmaceutical company in New York. He founded the culture festival, Afrochella, to celebrate African culture, food, music, art and fashion. Najah Roberts is the founder and CEO of Crypto Blockchain Plug in Los Angeles. It's one of the first African American owned over the counter cryptocurrency exchanges in the US. She says a big problem for African Americans is that they have been prevented us from acquiring wealth and that virtual money could change all of that.(Picture of boardroom meeting. Picture credit: Getty Images).

Tell me you have your bags packed already!? Let's go to Afrochella!! For those of you who can't go this year but want to get the inside scoop from this amazing musical and cultural festival, join Adjoa as she chats with the talented Louise Darko, the social media manager for Afrochella and Marketing consultant from the Brand Conversationalist. Tune in and if you can (they are a hot commodity) - grab your tickets to Afrochella!

On this episode, Amira Rasool is joined by Abdul Karim Abdullah, the founder of the Afrobeats music festival, Afrochella. The festival began in Accra in 2017, and has grown to be an international stage for the amazing things that can be experienced in Ghana and other African countries, from music and art to food and fashion.   Amira speaks to Abdul about where the idea for Afrochella came from, how the Year of Return 2019 became a pivotal moment and what’s next for the festival in 2021.

Visit: https://www.thesoundofaccra.com/mika for full show notesMika Abraham is a trusted voice in the African Music industry as well as the creative arts industry. She uses her passion, experience and engagement to constantly empower African creatives and The African diaspora. She is a well respected broadcast journalist and host who is recognised both nationally and internationally for her work and public appearances. Her great work ethic landed her awarding opportunities to work with amazing brands such as MTV, Live Nation, BBC, Apple Music, British Council and so much more. As someone who is pioneering through the creative industry, Mika Abraham unifies and bridges the gap between Africa and the western world and is on the radar as a  pioneer of Creative phenomenons. IN THIS EPISODE WE COVER Mika's rise as a creative arts journalist and curator Why Mika resonates so much with Ghana and the creative economy over there and in AfricaWhat drives Mika's purpose and why the creative industry needs an overhaul not just in Africa, but possibly all over the worldKEY LINKS AND RESOURCESMika on InstagramMika on TwitterFree Podcast CourseLevel up as an Entrepreneur or Creative – Free CoursesThe Sound of Accra – YouTube ChannelThe Sound of Accra-  Show notesVisit: https://www.thesoundofaccra.com/mika for full show notesSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/gofundad)

In this episode of Trends and Tings we recap all the current news this week in the world of Black travel. Tiffanie is back stateside and shares her shock at the lack of protocols at JFK airport during her trip flying from Kenya to New York. We also discuss the good news with so many events like Afrochella announcing dates for December 2020 on the continent. Detty December is a go!Big chune: Maleek Berry - "New Bounce" (feat Wizkid & Phenom)

The “Year of Return, Ghana 2019” is a major landmark spiritual and birth-right journey inviting the Global African family, home and abroad, to mark 400 years of the arrival of the first enslaved Africans in Jamestown, Virginia.In this episode our guests, Krystal Barnes & Robert Ansah recount their personal experiences in Ghana, specifically during the Year of Return. A host of activities are scheduled to highlight music, fashion and food.See Afrochella Experience or Afro Nation Ghana 2019Cape Coast Castle - Large commercial fort known for its role in the trans-Atlantic slave trade.Door of no return - Located in the dungeons of a castle along the coast of Ghana is the door of no returns where Africans were forced through the door of no return and board slave ships.

Abdul Karim Abdullah is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Culture Management Group (CMG) and Afrochella Festival. Afrochella is a festival designed to highlight & elevate thrilling and thriving talent from and within Africa. CREATIVE CORNER SHOWNOTES:  www.creativesanonymousgh.com/creativescorner/abdulkarim

In this episode the crew is joined by Abdul Abdullah, the founder and CEO of Afrochella, the premier music festival for the culture. We discuss how the coronavirus pandemic is affecting our everyday reality (01:35), how its changed travel to Africa (04:00), and the risk to event organizers this year (11:45). He lets us in on the plans for Afrochella 2020 (21:25), plus some of his biggest lessons so far in creating global movement for the continent (33:50). Big Chune: SARZ & WURLD - Focus

This week we're elevating the vibes and talking about love and all things Valentine's Day! The crew talks "Afrochella" and retracing their African heritage. Have you heard of "wrist-bending?" Zay explains your new favorite slang. The E&V crew make it law, that if no one swag surfs when "Swag Surfin" drops, your party is whack...straight up *Travis Scott Voice*! Tae explains why we won't stop talking about slavery and we're not gonna stop swag surfin' in the club. Tune in to hear all about the return of everyone's childhood snack! We take it back to the Valentine's Day treats and who got what Valentine. We talk love letters and lyrics that got all the ladies in middle school. The guys talk vulnerability and the opportunity Valentine's Day gives them to open up. Do you love publicly receiving Valentine's gifts or find it awkward? Javon shares a time that Tae went all out with gifts and his clunky trip home on the bus. Don't know where to go for dinner? Tati and Zay share a creative game they came up with that could be of assistance this Valentine's Day if you have a picky partner! The crew share their past and present Valentine's Day stories and you don't want to miss it! The ladies of E&V are excited to launch a new segment...Effort and Vaginas! Where the women of E&V drive the topic and conversation, while the men take a back seat! For this segment, they explain how they prepare for Valentine's Day, the struggle of lingerie, and how their expectations have changed throughout the years. (Timestamp 50:21 min) ---- Check out our blog posts at www.EffortandVibes.com! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/effort-and-vibes/message

This week on the podcast I’m joined by a woman with a kind heart, fierce mind and brave spirit - TV & Radio Personality, Melanie Bala (@melzinbala). Melanie tells us all about her visit to Accra, Ghana, traveling with kids, what makes a best travel companion, her AfroChella experience, Ghanaian food and more! Follow Mel’s travels on IG via #MellaTravels. The travel conversation continues On Twitter/IG @MsLeloB / @ChicaTravelPod. Email travel@chica.co.za #ChicaTravelPod

This week on the podcast I’m joined by a woman with a kind heart, fierce mind and brave spirit - TV & Radio Personality, Melanie Bala (@melzinbala). Melanie tells us all about her visit to Accra, Ghana, traveling with kids, what makes a best travel companion, her AfroChella experience, Ghanaian food and more! Follow Mel’s travels on IG via #MellaTravels. The travel conversation continues On Twitter/IG @MsLeloB / @ChicaTravelPod. Email travel@chica.co.za #ChicaTravelPod

Podcast Studio — This week on the podcast I’m joined by a woman with a kind heart, fierce mind and brave spirit - TV & Radio Personality, Melanie Bala (@melzinbala). Melanie tells us all about her visit to Accra, Ghana, traveling with kids, what makes a best travel companion, her AfroChella experience, Ghanaian food and more! Follow Mel’s travels on IG via #MellaTravels. The travel conversation continues On Twitter/IG @MsLeloB / @ChicaTravelPod. Email travel@chica.co.za #ChicaTravelPod

In this episode of The Sound of Accra, Adrian interviews Social Media Agency owner, Media and Entertainment expert, James Brew Amissah. He has made his mark on the industry with his blogs and social media marketing, which has attracted some notable clients. This podcast was recorded at the scenic McCarthy Hills in Accra, Ghana.Connect with James Brew Amissah online:Facebook: James Brew AmissahLinkedin: James Brew AmissahInstagram: @phoenixkreativezBlog: The Brew Show- http://www.thebrewshow.net/For the show notes and more, visit: https://thesoundofaccra.com/james-brew-amissah/Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/gofundad)

For the first ever episode of The Ghetto Prophets Podcast, Mikal Driver ( @theknowledgesurgeon ), Mark Accino ( @haitian_prince94 ) and Tyrek Laing ( @mrtyreklaing ) discuss Tyrek's recent trip to Africa on the 'Year of the Return.' Listen, laugh and learn as you hear stories about Afrochella, CP timing, the Slave castle and more in what was clearly a life changing journey!Follow The Ghetto Prophets on social media at:@ghettoprophetspodcast on instagramhttps://www.facebook.com/ghettoprophetspodcast/ on facebook@ghettoprophets1 on Twitter

For the first ever episode of The Ghetto Prophets Podcast, Mikal Driver ( @theknowledgesurgeon ), Mark Accino ( @haitian_prince94 ) and Tyrek Laing ( @mrtyreklaing ) discuss Tyrek's recent trip to Africa on the 'Year of the Return.' Listen, laugh and learn as you hear stories about Afrochella, CP timing, the Slave castle and more in what was clearly a life changing journey!Follow The Ghetto Prophets on social media at:@ghettoprophetspodcast on instagramhttps://www.facebook.com/ghettoprophetspodcast/ on facebook@ghettoprophets1 on Twitter

Episode #21 I did not think all yall were really going to Afrochella. I thought it was all innanet lies. I was proved wrong, as hell. But anyway...Part two with the shows first recurring guest, Jessica aka Not Carrie Bradshaw. We are picking up on our convo from last week about Paris. Subscribe. Rate. Review. YouTube --------------- 195 Stamps Not Carrie Bradshaw Instagram ---------------- 195.Stamps notcarriebradshaw

DISCLAIMER: Sorry, Dammy O's mic went out so she sounds a little low, but rest assured you still get to gist with your favorite podcasters ---------------------------------------------- Happy New Year! We are starting 2020 getting into some #CrossxCulturedConversations early . But before we get to that, you know we have to get into some #HotTopics . As #WWIII is trending , we talk about the killing of Iranian Revolutionary Guard #QsemSoleimani that started it all. In lighter global news, we talk about #TheYearofReturn and #Afrochella . Ghana and Nigerian were definitely the places to be this Christmas break. This week our topic asks the question "If a guy takes you on a vacation, are you obligated to have sex?" As usual, we get into the latest in music and TV. This is CrossxCultured

Me musing about the glorious Amalfi Coast and it’s obsession with lemons. It’s fancier than me. It’s breathtakingly beautiful. Thoughts about Ghana and the return. And how Afrochella was both a boom and a bust-(that’s what I heard)

EP 42 - SWEET TEA It's Moody Monday and we jump right back into The Realness finishing up LIVE from the BX: Part 2 with YouTube Creator, Tonya TKO aka the Self Love Specialist to discuss the rise of AfroBeats music, G's Gullah roots, Afrochella and Entrepreneurship. 2019 Fourth of July Festivities in Gentrified Brooklyn and Moody's thoughts on Colin Kaepernick aka Nike's sacrificial lamb. Then, G traverses down to the Deep Dirty South .. 1st stop is LIVE on the Porch in "Decatur where it's Greater" Georgia to discuss Hip Hop History & growing up in Brooklyn with Jonah. Then, Listen as Moody travels over to Montgomery, Alabama and gives an overview of his experience at The Legacy Museum & National Museum of Peace and Justice curated by attorney #BryanStevenson CLICK THE

In this episode I speak to the founders of AFROCHELLA - Africa's biggest music festival: Abdul Karim Abdullah and Kenny Agyapong. We talk about the story behind the making of Afrochella, celebrating the culture, overcoming challenges, key learnings and much more. Afrochella will be held this year on 28 December 2019 in Accra, Ghana. Check out the website for more details.

On this week's installment of the Accra tapes we sit with the founders of the Ghanaian born and bred mega-music fest "Afrochella". Abdul, Kenny & Varnell passed through to break down the purpose of Afrochella and how it is working to help propel the African/Ghanaian culture and community, some of the challenges faced and the success that has come from organizing and throwing the music fest. The guys also broke down how their mission is actually to provide a platform for African creatives and entrepreneurs and to give back to the community that us and our parents all call home. DJ Earthkwak briefly discusses the Stonebwoy & Shatta Wale incident that happened at the VGMA's in Ghana over the weekend and added some additional insight into security in Africa. ENJOY Outro Song: Fameye ft Article-Wan,Kuami Eugene & Medikal-Notin I Get Africanist: Email: africanistpodcast@gmail.com Website: www.africanistpod.com Facebook: The Africanist Podcast Hotline: 301-202-4637 Instagram & Twitter: @africanistpod SoundCloud: @the-africanist Mixcloud: Africanistpod

On this episode, the Fufu and Jerk team finds out more about "Afrochella" - one of the hottest new festivals in West Africa. Special guest Abdul Karim Abdullah breaks down the concept and details on how it came about. Abdullah is one of the founders of Afrochella. “AFROCHELLA is a festival designed to highlight & elevate thrilling and thriving millennial talent from and within Africa. The festival is an interactive event that encourages collaboration, explains and explores culture with a pioneering approach," according to founders.

In this episode, Seyi and Lolade discuss Afrochella in Ghana and Gidifest in Nigeria and overall culture in Ghana and Nigeria for the December holiday. With the Nigeria presidential 2019 election coming up, which candidate will be the better fit and why our vote matters.

It's a full house as the 3XtraRadio crew host the Afrochella team to talk about their concert. The panel discuss the new locations surprise artist announcement, dragons, prizes to be won and give lucky callers free tickets to the event! Listen, grab your tickets and let's kick it Afrochella!

On this week's podcast we are joined by the beautiful Gifty B a published model, team member and face of the HUGE Ghanaian originated music fest "Afrochella", and owner of the boutique @nvtiveshop and the nonprofit organization @sisters.l.a.y. Gifty broke down what makes Afrochella so important and how they plan to grow it and get bigger and better, As a model, Gifty gave us a unique breakdown with the difference between Instagram models & published models (No shade), she discussed her upbringing growing up among brothers, and of course her important work uplifting women with her non-profit organization. We also had our bro Rob @gutfull filling in for Dr. Femdizzle, and received a hilarious call in from our good friend @blachaz3. A fun, insightful and maybe spicy pod. ENJOY! Outro Song: R2bee's Ft Wizkid- Supa Gifty: Instagram: @giftyb_ & @afrochella website: nvtiveshop.com Africanist Email: africanistpodcast@gmail.com Website: www.africanistpod.com Facebook: The Africanist Podcast Hotline: 301-887-3375 Instagram & Twitter: @africanistpod SoundCloud: @the-africanist Mixcloud: Africanistpod iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-a…nist/id950115888 Google Play: playmusic.app.goo.gl/?ibi=com.googl…o-pr-mu-pod-16

We finished a whole bottle of Jameson. Jupiter is in Scorpio, the Lemon emoji belongs to Beyoncé and all the Afrochella tea is revealed. Follow us on all social media platforms to be a part of our “The Unartiste Giveaway” during this upcomming holiday season!

We finished a whole bottle of Jameson. Jupiter is in Scorpio, the Lemon emoji belongs to Beyoncé and all the Afrochella tea is revealed. Follow us on all social media platforms to be a part of our "The Unartiste Giveaway" during this upcomming holiday season!

In this episode, we spoke with Abdul Abdullah, the founder of AfroFuture formerly known as Afrochella. He spoke about creating Ghana's largest music festival, his experience growing up in Ghana, how he brought $100 million in tourism dollars to the country, how to successfully pitch corporate sponsors, and more.He also spoke about the legal fight with Coachella that caused the festival to change its name, business opportunities in Ghana, pitfalls in booking artists, Afro beats, branding, and more. #ghana #afrofuture #africaGET YOUR TICKETS TO THE NUMBER #1 FINANCIAL FESTIVALhttps://investfest.comJOIN THE NUMBER #1 EDUCATIONAL PLATFORMhttps://www.eyluniversity.com/communityAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy