Africa Rising Music Conference announces international lineup

Africa Rising Music Conference (ARMC) attendees are primed to enjoy world-class performances from the line-up that boasts artists from various countries, including focus territory, The Netherlands.

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THE LINEUP

Following a successful International Women’s Day event held at the Joburg Theatre on 8 March, the ARMC is set to be a level up from any other local showcases. The focus territory for this year’s edition will be on Dutch artists that will collaborate, engage and work with South African talent, while executives are guaranteed a top-level opportunity to connect.

The talents of Eritrea-born vocalist Rimon, Ghanaian artist based in the South East of Amsterdam, BnnyHunna and South African-Dutch singer-songwriter Joya Mooi are set to ignite the stage, highlighting their musical style, genre and impeccable skillset.

Spanker (a Dutch Hip-Hop producer), Yung Dada (a multi-instrumentalist and producer) and esteemed artist Frenna (a vocalist and one of the most renowned artists in the Netherlands) are also part of the lineup at the Africa Rising Music Conference.

The full-female ambassador lineup also includes: Tumi Mogapi, Women In Music South Africa, artist and songwriter Money Ba Doo, Anyiko Owoko, artist and producer Jamie and Dieuwertje Heuvelings.

AFRICA RISING MUSIC CONFERENCE 2022 THEME

Women’s Voices: Amplifying them in the music business

Building Bridges: Exchange between Africa and the world

Independent Africa: Developing, understanding and creating new opportunities

The showcase format will see local acts and acts perform over two nights across the electronic and urban genres from The Netherlands, Germany and Austria perform.

“We as the Dutch Music Export are truly proud to create such a versatile space for connecting, learning and building within the music industry,” said a Dutch Music Export spokesperson.

The conference will take place at the Hallmark Hotel in Johannesburg from 24-25 May. Tickets are available here.