How difficult is it to start a record label in South Africa?

[Numero Uno]

What are the challenges of starting a record label in South Africa?

 

[Black Panther]

What are the challenges of starting a record label in South Africa?

It depends whether you are are familiar with the business of music or not.

 

[Numero Uno]

It depends whether you are are familiar with the business of music or not.

I am still learning about the South African music industry.

 

[Black Panther]

I am still learning about the South African music industry.

Where are you based in South Africa if I may ask?

 

[Numero Uno]

Where are you based in South Africa if I may ask?

I am not really in South Africa but I have got a place in Camps Bay so I go back and forth.

 

[Black Panther]

I am not really in South Africa but I have got a place in Camps Bay so I go back and forth.

I think it would make more sense if you make more time for your business interests in South Africa than moving back and forth in-between places since you want to start and run a record label in South Africa.

 

[Scorpio]

Have you ever done business in South Africa or any other African country?

 

[Enola Bonham]

Launching a record label ain't no walk in the park, but it's doable. First off, figure out the music genre you're vibing with – like, what style of music speaks to your soul. Then, sketch out a dope business plan, covering cash flow, hype-building, and getting those beats out there. Make your label legit, get all the paperwork in order, licenses, and permits – keep it official.

Build your crew – artists, producers, promo kings – assemble the dream team. Hustle in the industry, connect with the big shots, and hit up socials to give your label that digital drip. Stay on your grind, and learn from the setbacks, 'cause success is a marathon, not a sprint. It's gonna take time and sweat but keep pushing