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Pretty Loud: A women-led movement in local music

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Launched in Women's Month, Pretty Loud is a music hub for women, by women. Encompassing a recording studio with full services, a content creation space, rehearsal space, and additional membership benefits, this unique business aims to give women a safe space to grow as artists in the local music industry. Founders Amy Tjasink and Erin Elliott share the inspiration and mission for Pretty Loud and how they hope to change the music industry for the better.
21 Aug English South Africa Music Interviews

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