ALEX AMPOFO: Live Music Promoter and Founder of Women Connect

Season 4 finale! In this final episode of the series, we spoke with Alex Ampofo. Alex is an absolute powerhouse across the music industry - she is a Live Music Promoter at one of the UK's leading gig promoter and has worked on the shows and tours of some of the world’s leading talent’s such as; Ms Lauryn Hill, Robbie Williams, Janelle Monae, Ella Mai, SiR, Nao, Mura Masa, Goldlink, Jordan Rakei, Ghetts. As well as rising talents, Kojey Radical, Etta Bond, Arlo Parks, and Che Lingo to name a few. In this episode we discuss Alex's early entry into Live Music and the differences in responsibilities in various roles within live music promotion.  We also dive in to the various organisations Alex has founded including Acoustic Live which Alex founded in 2013. Acoustic Live is an award-winning events company, dedicated to the manifestation of acoustic talent and keeping stripped back music alive. Through this company, Alex has built a dedicated community, providing a powerful platform that offers artists a chance to flourish. Alex is also known as a Founder of Women Connect an established female forward collective creating safer and inclusive spaces as well as equal opportunities for women, non-binary and gender fluid people within the creative industries. In addition to this, Alex also works across The Ends Festival, Somerset House, The F List (director), Black Music Coalition and UNICEF Music Group.There is so much packed into this episode - we'd love to hear your feedback via [email protected] or DM us on @melocompassuk on Instagram. Don't forget to like, leave a rating and share with a friend!Links:Instagram: @planetalexTwitter: @planetalex_ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.