The Diamond Standard

10/06/2026

The difference between you and any major label or any big artist is money...

Access to money & a consistent flow of it!

Promotion, branding, marketing, radio play and some interviews are made possible because of having money & connections, of course.

The results? More visibility and more eyes on your product. And if your music product is good then the rest becomes almost automatic.

So, having talent and being good at what you do is not enough to push your music product into the mainstream or new markets.

You'll have to use different strategies such as collaborations that involve exchange of creative services or partnerships.

Starting a business is definitely the best way to go to fund your music career and growth without needing to rely on investors or other people.

Having good relationships with people in your community is also an effective strategy to pushing past money limits in your music career but at some point you'll have to get your money up to expand your reach just like in any other business.

10/06/2026

Just like any other industry and in the world of politics, having money, having the power to earn it and having money to influence decisions equals power in the music business.

This is your sign to learn more about money, finances and budgeting as a music creative

Get your money UP!!

20/05/2026

20/05/2026

waza at the Table: Shaping Malawi’s Digital Creative Future 🇲🇼✨

We were honored to represent Vwaza at the recent National Digital Roadmap consultation meeting! This milestone marks a major step toward building a stronger digital creative economy in Malawi.

The reality? “Most internet users consume rather than create.” While Malawi overflows with talent, infrastructure gaps and weak payment systems mean many artists still struggle to earn a sustainable living.

This is exactly why Vwaza exists. We are creating a digital home where African creatives can showcase, collaborate, and truly monetize their work. To prove it, we champion a creator-first 80/20 revenue split, ensuring 80% of earnings go straight back to the artists.

Use the link below to read the blog article in detail:
https://vwaza.com/blog/vwaza-at-the-table-shaping-malawis-digital-creative-future

20/05/2026

The weekend of the 29th May - 30th May is shaping up to be an exciting one.

Bought your tickets yet?

Blantyre City's latest festival is back for its second year, boasting an impressive lineup that combines local favourites with South Africa's Heavy-K Drumboss & Mawhoo and EDNA Tha'Peoples Bae from Zambia will be hosting the event 🔥🔥🔥

Get your tickets on Kwenda

Book your next adventure with Kwenda

19/05/2026

07/05/2026

We can officially confirm that KIM of Diamonds will be gracing the AWOL II album.
A soulful voice representing Malawi and beyond.

A special collaboration.

07/05/2026

Busking is one of the oldest social contracts in music. Raw talent, open space and an audience that chooses to drop some money in your tipping jar if they like what they're hearing.

Some days are generous and others are not but at least the transaction is direct from artist to fan without an algorithm or intermediary.

Vwaza Music has now taken that ancient exchange and moved it online. How exciting!

To our artists on the TL, check out this new feature and tell us your experience

We can only build better Malawian products and services through your values feedback

Create your Vwaza account and join Africa's premier music streaming platform. Discover African artists, stream unlimited music, support creators, and connect with the entertainment community.

07/05/2026

The Diamond Standard Vwaza Multimedia, Inc Vwaza Music Distribution Explained:
Next stop, 15th May Music Crossroads 🎉 see you there!