music industry

SME talks on Music Tourism

Small Business Interviews took the stand to discuss about their experience on start-up. Johnny Yawari of PNG’s Wame Blood, had the opportunity to speak also.

Yawari shared his views about the industry’s stance in the country.

Discussions included the constant marginalization of people and the requirement for a transformative economy to empower people, reduce poverty and achieve goals of Vision 2050.

Music industry calls for 'blackout' over George Floyd’s death

All three major record labels have shared a message on social media promising "a day to disconnect from work and reconnect with our community".

Employees have been given Tuesday off as "a day of action," intended to "provoke accountability and change".

Interscope vowed not to release new music this week, while Apple Music's Ebro Darden cancelled his radio shows.

Floyd, a 46-year-old African-American man, died last week after a white police officer knelt on his neck for several minutes.

What local artists think about music industry in PNG

This question has recently resurfaced with Tati Mangi PNG’s controversial music video attracting attention to the industry.

The obvious truth stands that this industry is one underachieved and has been struggling for decades.

And like Tati, all musicians hope the government will extend its hand for a little boost.

Here’s what some had to say about the industry:

Stud Cruzer from Planet Native