Local Musicians Deserve Better Pay

It is high time that local promoters, government and companies, that engage local musicians to provide entertainment at their events, recognise and reward work of local artists and talent accordingly.

The music industry has had its own challenges in the past, and it still has challenges, mainly because it is a growing industry, with very little support and training. Of late reports from different media houses, show a shift, where locals outdo their South African counterparts at music events. This is indeed a positive milestone for local musicians.

One local musicians who recently gave international counterparts a run for their money in a locally organised event is Lizibo. The talented young artist, who takes his craft very seriously, impressed revellers at “I Am Legend Concert” that featured popular South African accapela group, The Soil, recently. 

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