[JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA] — Samurai Cyclops has issued a formal decree to the music industry. Moving away from the traditional single-release ethic, Mashinini is rolling out a series of high-impact tracks that serve as individual pillars for his definitive EP, The Imperial Way. Breaking through the noise with the sharp focus of a master craftsman, … Continue reading PRESS RELEASE: Samurai Cyclops Unleashes Sonic Precision with his first ever Debut EP ‘The Imperial Way’.
The Architect of Sound: Inside Jonathan G. Shaw’s Prolific 2025 Production Run
In the fast-paced world of modern music, few producers possess the technical dexterity to navigate as many genres as Jonathan G. Shaw. As a #1 chart-hit producer and platinum-level audio engineer, Shaw has spent 2025 proving that he is a true multi-disciplinary architect of sound. From the recording studios of South Africa to international labels, … Continue reading The Architect of Sound: Inside Jonathan G. Shaw’s Prolific 2025 Production Run
PRESS RELEASE: Intrveen Releases New Single “Can’t U See” — A Propulsive, Emotional Synth-Wave Anthem
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 3 November 2025 Johannesburg, South Africa — November 2025 — Alternative electronic artist Intrveen returns with their new single “Can’t U See”, a powerful synth-wave track built around cinematic electronics, pulsing bass lines, and emotionally charged vocal performance. The single showcases Intrveen’s evolving sonic universe — blending 80s synth nostalgia with modern … Continue reading PRESS RELEASE: Intrveen Releases New Single “Can’t U See” — A Propulsive, Emotional Synth-Wave Anthem
PRESS RELEASE: Rollin Deeper Bridges Worlds with New Album “Fire (Umlilo)” — A Journey of Sound, Soul, and Identity
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 3 November 2025 Stockholm, Sweden — November 2025 — Blending continents, cultures, and genres, rising artist Rollin Deeper (formerly known as JMA) is set to release his debut full-length album, Fire (Umlilo), on October 31, 2025. The project marks a defining moment in the artist’s evolution — a fusion of rhythm, roots, … Continue reading PRESS RELEASE: Rollin Deeper Bridges Worlds with New Album “Fire (Umlilo)” — A Journey of Sound, Soul, and Identity
PRESS RELEASE: New Show to Stage at your Theatre: The Purr Factory
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 24 APRIL 2025 Contact us now for details and materials to stage the show. https://youtu.be/F-ttGWn4xuc Step into a world where purrs equal kitten power… but what happens when those purrs disappear?Welcome to The Purr Factory – a spectacular stage adventure by Corinne Farber, filled with mystery, music and mischief. Join Suzie Swishtail, … Continue reading PRESS RELEASE: New Show to Stage at your Theatre: The Purr Factory
Graphic Design and Music Artwork
Ibilion has created artwork for many artist. Here are samples of our work: If you would like us to complete artwork for you, we suggest you supply us with a high resolution picture (around 2 MB in file size) and show us some references of album covers you like. Then contact us for a quotation.
The Shotgun Marketing Approach for Digital Music
"Radio plugging" is an age-old task of the recorded music business. One that is both based on relationships and opportunity, and often a lot of work for little reward. Ibilion has has collected and maintains a list of over 130 radio stations and entertainment news and blogs, focussing mostly on South Africa but with key … Continue reading The Shotgun Marketing Approach for Digital Music
Is Learning Finally Free? Music theory classes you can watch anytime.
We live at a time when the internet has made access to information free and abundant. It is my firm belief that schools, colleges and universities are no longer gatekeepers of learning, thanks to the internet. What I think will become the coveted aspect of modern education in the future is only examination! Why? Well, … Continue reading Is Learning Finally Free? Music theory classes you can watch anytime.
Got the final product? Now, set a release date.
If you rush, you crush. Lately, I have been finding that some artists and consulting clients are making plans and strategies that are compromising their end-product. Simply, they are putting down a "street date" without actually being realistic about when their stuff will be ready. I've had it both from a start and final stage … Continue reading Got the final product? Now, set a release date.
Case Study: Typhus – “Song4Mom”
In May 2020, during the height of the COVID-19 lockdown in South Africa, rapper Typhus approached Ibilion to create an advertising campaign for his latest track entitled "Song4Mom". Strategy and Assets Firstly, a detailed smart link was created including major retail stores and Typhus' social media links: https://song.link/TyphusSong4Mom We also produced a basic social media … Continue reading Case Study: Typhus – “Song4Mom”
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