7 episodes

A weekly show with an in-depth and personal look at the events and entertainment industry in South Africa. Special guests will range from artists, venue owners, event managers, DJ's, comedians and so much more. If you enjoy the series and feel you can spare a donation then please use PayPal.Me/justinoasis

On The Mic With Justin Justin Van Rooyen

    • Arts

A weekly show with an in-depth and personal look at the events and entertainment industry in South Africa. Special guests will range from artists, venue owners, event managers, DJ's, comedians and so much more. If you enjoy the series and feel you can spare a donation then please use PayPal.Me/justinoasis

    Malcolm Ormond

    Malcolm Ormond

    This week I chat to Malcolm Ormond as he shares his extensive history in the music business as a musician, songwriter and producer. We talk about collaborations with artists in Europe, how lockdown has reignited his passion for writing music and we promote latest single "It's A Lie". For any sponsorship or donation to On The Mic With Justin please feel free to use PayPal.Me/justinoasis

    • 38 min
    Alrick Sangster

    Alrick Sangster

    My special guest this week boasts almost three decades in the music business. With an honest no nonsense approach to life and business we chat about the band Sans Of Time, the possible future for the hospitality trade in Cape Town and the importance of quality financial planning and financial advice. As director of Zarfin, Alrick is also an accredited financial advisor and ready to help guide us during these uncertain times we are living in.

    • 35 min
    Geoff NRG

    Geoff NRG

    The DJ scene is my focus this week as I chat to Geoff NRG about nightclubs, bar residencies, weddings and social media. Lockdown continues to tighten the noose on our industry but there is always hope and a belief that we shall rise from this crisis... stronger than ever.

    • 33 min
    Gringos Cantina

    Gringos Cantina

    Bars have been hit hard by the global crisis at hand. The growing uncertainty of wether or not their doors will ever open again has taken it's toll on their staff, family and loyal patrons. We look at a family run business that has been a part of a local community for 26 years. Genevieve Da Silva joins us as we talk about the hardships, laughter and tears and look for a glimmer of hope amongst all the chaos.

    • 25 min
    Desmond Wells

    Desmond Wells

    Desmond joins us as we talk about his journey from humble beginnings to almost 15 years in the music industry to date. From packed dance floors and a string of hits on the charts to an ever growing social media audience, we look at the future of live music and how we can reach a much wider audience and get our music and message out to all South Africans across the globe.

    • 31 min
    Gareth James

    Gareth James

    Local talent is the focus for episode 1 and there is none better than Gareth James. With a fusion of country and rock Gareth has formed his very own unique sound and continues to churn out infectuous melodies with his original songs. We talk about his struggle in the industry, touring, live streaming during lockdown and promote his latest single "Believe It Now"

    • 25 min

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