The Art of Intelligent Sound
CAPE TOWN AI MUSIC INDABA 2027© is South Africa’s flagship summit at the intersection of artificial intelligence and music, it connects artists, technologists, legal experts, and investors to build the future of sound.
CAPE TOWN AI MUSIC INDABA 2027© will gather national artists, tech founders, and legal experts to define the next decade of music
The Mother City will become the global center for music innovation in 2027 as it hosts the 3rd CAPE TOWN AI MUSIC INDABA©, South Africa’s major summit dedicated to artificial intelligence in music creation, distribution, and rights.
The conference will bring together award-winning artists, AI lab founders, streaming platform executives, producers, copyright attorneys, and investors for 2 days of keynotes, demos, and deal-making.
The future of music, decided in Cape Town
As AI tools reshape how songs are written, produced, and monetized, the conference tackles the 5 questions every music professional needs answered:
1. The Future of Music - Human & AI collaboration, and what a “hit” looks like in 2030
2. AI 101 for Musicians – Practical tools artists and producers can use today
3. Copyright & Legal – Who owns AI-generated work? Royalties, sampling, protection for SA artists
4. Distribution & Monetization – New streaming models and direct-to-fan platforms powered by AI
5. AI Music Generation – Live demos of leading tools + the business models behind them
HIGH-PROFILE SPEAKERS AND EXHIBITORS:
The lineup will feature national tech founders, label executives, and South African music legends. The announcement of headline speakers will roll out in phases.
Premium exhibitor space is available for AI music platforms, DAWs, plugins, hardware, and legal tech companies looking to reach decision-makers.
“This isn’t just another conference. It’s where South Africa shapes the future of global music. If you make, distribute, or protect music, you need to be in the room,” said Lloyd Ngavu, CEO of Cape Town AI Music Indaba.
For more information on being a speaker, partner or exhibitor, please email to: kingngavu@gmail.com
Hans Strijdom Avenue, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, South Africa
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