DJU presents South African Music Conference 2014

For the first time in the South African Music Conference’s ten-year history attendees will not have to pay to attend and will be taken straight to the masses of Kwa-Zulu Natal.
“The City of Durban and the Department of Arts & Culture’s partnership has made it possible for interested parties to attend the event that usually cost R500 for free . Interested parties will have to reserve their places, on a first come first served basis, by sending a confirmation e-mail to info@djusa.co.za. Space is limited, says spokesperson Mandla Motau.
This year’s conference will be taking place from 3- 6 July 2014.
According to a statement speakers at the conference will include International names such as Ralf Gum (Germany/SA), Rocco (France), Monique Bingham (USA) (pictured), global superstar BlackCofee, DJU, Afrotainment head DJ Tira, Umlazi’s Big Nuz, Professor, DJ Zinhle, Cndo and  more.
Workshops at the conference will include  topics like “producing”, “taking advantage of the digital world”, “treating one as a brand”, “the female touch“.

 The conference will also include the Mother of All Parties concert.
This year’s event will be divided into two stages at Kings Park Stadium.
The one stage will feature International names such as vocalist Monique Bingham (US), Rocco (France), Ralf Gum (Germany), DJU, Zakes Bantwini, DJ Siyanda, DJ Sox, Ukhozi FM DJs and more.


The second stage will be a DJU celebrates 20 Years of Kalawa Jazmee Records stage.
This platform will see Kalawa Jazmee acts such as BOP, Mafikizolo, Bongo Maffin, Uhuru, Professor, Black Motion, Trompies, Dr Malinga, Mahoota vs Vetkuk, Heavy K, Character, Busiswa, DJ Zinhle, Tzoz, DJ Pepsi, Nokwazi, DJ Bobsta and more stable mates hitting the stage.

CUEBUR Rising The Soul Candi Flag International

Cuebur recently performed at NOMAD in London and Paris’ Djoon;

South Africa’s rising superstar is breaking borders, pushing boundaries and sharing his rooted house beats with an international market. Popular DJ and Producer, Cuebur, known for his collaborations with Da Capo, Shimza, Kid Fonque, Marissa Guzman, Andyboi and Thandi Draai (to mention but a few) has massive things developing in his bright, music-filled future. From a global release with Soul Heaven/Defected to proudly supporting the future beat breakers, this Soul Candi artist is heading for the top. To catch up with past stories of Cuebur, visit the Soul Candi website http://soulcandi.co.za/index.php/news/cuebur-fever/.

Releasing Globally on Soul Heaven/Defected

 As of the 18th of May, Cuebur’s album “For Headz Only” was released globally on Defected Records’ sister label Soul Heaven. The album includes the tracks “No Doubt” featuring Marissa Guzman and “I See You”” featuring Grammy-nominated Vikter Duplaix. For more info on the album and its release with Defected check out this write-up on the Defected site:

http://defected.com/news/cuebur-headz-only/

Following the success of his global release with an international label; Cuebur has been receiving widespread attention. He had the opportunity to share his story on DJ Edu’s Destination Africa BBC 1 Xtra show which was a great honour for him. You can listen to the interview here - http://defected.com/news/cuebur-radio-1xtra/.

Andre Lodemann does a Remix of “I See You” Feat. Vikter Duplaix

Cuebur’s first single released on Soul Heaven is the beautiful “I See You” featuring Grammy-nominated Vikter Duplaix. Always being a huge fan of Andre Lodemann, it was a great privilege for Cuebur to have him remix a track of his. Both the original and the Andre Lodemann Remix are now available on Traxsource. http://www.traxsource.com/title/316423/i-see-you

Cuebur Named SCIM Ambassador

Beyond the international attention and exciting collaborations Cuebur still proudly waves the South African flag and is a strong believer in contributing to the growth of local House Music. The Soul Candi Institute of Music recently named him their official ambassador enabling Cuebur to share his personal experiences and expand the House industry to those who were previously unable to access it.

For Booking Cueber , Contact 0715199905 or email djsproduction.events@gmail.com