Call for entries: Gqom, hip hop beat battles

The call is open to delegates of the music conference. Applicants must be in possession of a ticket to take part in the competition and they should send two original beats/instrumentals not longer than two minutes and without lyrics.

Application process

Applications should be done online:

• Submit music for the gqom beat battle here.
• Submit music for the hip hop battle here.

The entry deadline is 15 March.

Terms and conditions

• Successful artists must be available during the Music Imbizo from 30 to 31 August.
• Artists must be in position of a delegate pass (only delegates can battle).
• Artists agree that their profile will be added to the Music Imbizo website, conference programmes, press releases and social media.

About the Music Imbizo

The Music Imbizo, formerly known as the KZN Music Imbizo, is a fast-growing annual international music business conference and exhibition. The conference collects various music industry stakeholders under one roof to map the way forward for the music industry on the continent. It is a platform to exhibit, network and share expertise and knowledge.

Tickets to the KZN Music Imbizo are available here. For more information about these calls, visit the KZN Music Imbizo official website.