IPNEWS: ASAP Africa, Inc., a leading live production company dedicated to fostering cultural exchange and development across Africa, proudly announces the inaugural Mano River Music Conference, set to take place in Monrovia, Liberia 17-18 May 2024 at the EJS Ministerial Complex.
This groundbreaking event marks a significant milestone in Liberia’s cultural landscape, bringing together esteemed international music industry experts to engage with and empower local talent, and opens discussions on how artists can grow their career in music.
The Conference promises to be a dynamic platform for networking, learning, and collaboration within the Mano River Union music industry. With a focus on nurturing the burgeoning talent within Liberia and the wider Mano River region, the annual conference will feature a diverse array of panel discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities tailored to the needs of emerging artists, industry professionals, and music enthusiasts alike. This years conference will be held in Liberia, but annually the conference will move from country to country around the Mano River Union.
Panel topics covered during the two-day conference include music and tech, content intervention panel examining lyrical content, making money in music exploring the opportunities in monetizing music through music publishing and more, Protecting Intellectual Property on the importance of copyright, and building bridges through collaboration focused on musicians from the Mano River Union countries using collaborations to increase fan base across their respective countries.
The conference will bring forth tips and techniques to expose the 52 million people of the Mano River Union to the regions music. Director of Strategic Partnerships, Saqar Ahhah Ahershu said that ASAP Africa is thrilled to hold the Mano River Music Conference in Monrovia, Liberia.
“We see the launching of the Mano River Music Conference as a pivotal moment for the country’s music industry. By bringing together world-renowned international music industry experts, and artists from the Mano River Union, we aim to provide invaluable insights, resources, and opportunities for growth to the vibrant community of musicians and music professionals in the region.
Among the distinguished guests and speakers confirmed to participate in the conference are Munya Chunetsa of Empire Africa, founder of Plus Liberia, Liberian entrepreneur and Plus Liberia founder Peace Sambola , Enoch Jallah CEO E-Wallie, Frank Norman President of Jeni Entertainment and Executive Producer of Be100 Africa, Xzu-B AYV Cypher Chief judge / Streetwize Ent and host of AYV from Sierra Leone, and the Guinean and Liberian musician Feouls just to name a few.
Rappers will have an opportunity to showcase their rhyming storytelling skills in a rap battle in partnership with LIB Battle League, while musicians will receive hands on training by way of the Hams Vodka Quality Music Recording workshop.
From artist management and marketing to hands on production techniques and global music trends, the conference program will cover a broad spectrum of topics essential to navigating the modern music landscape and creating revenue. In addition to the enriching educational content, the Mano River Music Conference will also showcase performances by emerging and established artists from Liberia and neighboring countries.
The launch of the Mano River Music Conference underscores ASAP Africa’s commitment to promoting cultural exchange, fostering artistic excellence, and driving positive change within African communities. Den Tut Rayay, A.S.A.P. Africa said that “initiatives like this conference, continues to empower aspiring artists, cultivate creativity, and celebrate the rich diversity of African music and culture.”
Don’t forget to take MyCab to and from the event, patrons will get $1 off, VVIP Ticket holders get $10 towards there MyCab fare. Tickets are available now at the Lucky Pharmacy opposite JFK or you can call 077 710 9918 or 0775979939.
The Mano River Music Conference is sponsored by Orange Liberia, Lucky Pharmacy, AMI Expeditionary Healthcare, Hams Vodka, MyCab Rental Car Service, JujuTV Africa, Genesys Communications ,Omuahtee Group, XL Entertainment, Irish Banky Arts, M.C. W.A.R., LIB Battle League, and the Journey Home Festival.
For more information about the Mano River Music Conference and to register for the event, please visit https://www.manorivermusic.com.
Media Contact: Lisa R. White, Genesys Communications, +231 886 501 808 mswhite@genesyscomms.com.
