Introducing AfricArise with Seton Hawkins on Kofifi FM 97.2

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Ropeadope has announced a new strategic partnership with City Of Gold Arts to launch AfricArise, a new label group focusing on the art and music of Africa.

With a vision of representing artists from South Africa and beyond who are documenting their African heritage while fully embracing contemporary styles.

Here to talk to us about this exciting new venture, Director of Public Programs and Education Resources at Jazz at Lincoln Center, he is also a writer and broadcaster, now we add founder of AfricArise also under his name.

Seton Hawkins introduces AfricArise.
11 Feb 2024 English South Africa Music · Music Interviews

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