Steve Louw Joins The Business of Entertainment on CapeTalk Thursday 9pm

Steve Louw Joins The Business of Entertainment on CapeTalk to Explore the Creative Partnerships Behind Great Music

South African artist Steve Louw is the guest on The Business of Entertainment with Martin Myers on CapeTalk, this Thursday at 9:00 pm.

While the conversation highlights Louw's acclaimed new album, Traces of the Flood, produced in Nashville by legendary producer Kevin Shirley, the programme goes far beyond the album itself.

The Creative Partnerships Behind Great Music

The discussion also explores the often-overlooked role of visionary producers, executives and creative partners such as Clive Davis, Jimmy Iovine, John Hammond, Rick Rubin and Jon Landau.

These influential figures have helped shape the careers of some of the world's greatest artists by protecting their creative vision while guiding them towards music that connects with audiences on a global scale.

Steve Louw's Experience

Louw reflects on his own experience of working with Kevin Shirley and a remarkable group of Nashville musicians, including Bob Dylan touring guitarists Bob Britt and Doug Lancio, and how collaboration can elevate great songwriting without compromising artistic authenticity.

The interview offers listeners a rare insight into the delicate balance between artistic integrity and commercial success, revealing why the best producers and mentors do far more than make records they help artists realise their vision and bring it to a wider audience.

Broadcast Details

Tune in to The Business of Entertainment on CapeTalk, Thursday at 9:00 pm, with a rebroadcast on Sunday at 9:00 pm.