Bridges For Music Podcasts

In the latest Bridges For Music podcast, we’re joined by Keinemusics Rampa and &me who take us on a deep dive into industry insights during their visit to connect with co-creators at Bridges Academy.Since 2012, Pioneer DJ has played a pivotal role in supporting Bridges For Music’s mission, uniting underprivileged communities with the global music stage.

The latest Bridges For Music podcast episode features House music legend Ralf Gum He joins us for a conversation on his career and his profound connection to music, which spans multiple countries across two decades.

We're excited to announce the release of our latest podcast episode, featuring none other than the incredible Bonobo and the talented Msaki. This special episode captures the magic of Bonobo's visit to our Academy during his Fragments Tour. In this episode, we delve into the heart of our mission, exploring how technology, collaboration, and mentorship empower emerging artis

Concluding South Africa's Women's Month, Thandi Draai, celebrated as a music producer, DJ, vocalist, and songwriter, joins us on this podcast. With an impactful 8-year influence on Afro Tech and House music, her collaborations with global labels and artists define her as a trailblazer. The podcast not only illuminates her journey but also salutes women's achievements,

Dive into this dynamic episode now and submerge in the realm of music with the extraordinary Grammy-winning artist and longtime supporter of BFM, Zakes Bantwini, at Bridges Academy. Zakes Bantwini's spirit is intricately woven into our journey, and witnessing him ignite the flames of inspiration within the upcoming generation is genuinely heartening. 🌟 His tale of triumph s

Tune in to the latest episode of the Bridges For Music podcast featuring a very special guest, Freddie Fellowes, the brilliant mind behind the legendary Secret Garden Party! Join us as Freddie takes us on a captivating journey, unveiling the secrets behind the creation of this extraordinary festival and sharing his vision for its future plans. Don't miss out on this incredible

Join Adam Beyer & the @bridges.academy co-creators as he explores the vital significance of the Academy during its formative years 🌱 Recorded during his visit to Ultra Music Festival this year, Adam Beyer explores a topic close to his heart in this podcast episode. Since 2012 Pioneer DJ has supported Bridges For Music’s goal of bridging the gap between musicians from unde

In this episode, we have Dope Saint Jude, a rapper, singer, and music producer from one of Cape Town's most dangerous neighbourhoods. In this podcast, she speaks about her upbringing in one of the most dangerous communities in South Africa. She also speaks about her role in empowering women in the entertainment industry. As a touring artist and member of our board, she has esca

Langa South Africa marked the debut of Defected and Sondela together. While they were in South Africa, Simon Dunmore, Louie Dunmore, @Sef Kombo, and DJ Kitty Amor participated in a workshop at Bridges Academy discussing electronic music and artist development. It demonstrates how industry key players are working to foster talent while it is still young and in the development phase.

In the latest episode we have a South African house music legend, Head of A&R at Defected Records and Founder of Stay True Sounds and STAY TRU BTS Kid Fonque tells his story of how he developed a taste for high-quality sounds. He also talks about his label, Stay True Sounds, which has been instrumental in the careers of a number of talented South African house artists including Chi