Onexus launches website and annual programme.
(Review by Philisiwe Sithole)
Earlier this week, the KZNSA Gallery hosted
the launch of the website and annual programme of Onexus, a networking
organisation in the Music industry in KZN.
Onexus aims to facilitate young upcoming artists
in developing their talents and skills while instilling a knowledge of how to
be successful independent musicians and to present themselves in the music
industry.
In his opening speech, the founder of
Onexus, Russel Hlongwane, mentioned the challenges young musicians face. He
also drew attention to the cancellations from key figures in the industry for
the launch. However, he and his team decided to continue, albeit for the small audience
that attended.
There was support for the initiative from audience
members, which included Eric Apelgren from the eThekwini Municipality who
described the dying chemistry in the music industry in KZN. Other participants
described the poor situation and the complex chemistry behind the scenes of
radio stations and record companies. Everyone agreed that the workshops Onexus
offer are needed to establish contacts and develop skills.
It is clear that Onexus wants to be the steering
wheel for all organizations in the music industry of KwaZulu-Natal. If they are
sustainable enough, time must prove.
They will face a lot of challenges and need
more support from key figures of the industry to see this through and to be
able to realize their ambitions. Thumbs up for initiatives like this! -
Philisiwe Sithole
More information on www.facebook.com/onexusonline www.onexusonline.com
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