Blog post by Bemi (Founder Mor Music Group)
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| Kevin (left), and Mya (right) with Mor Music Group artist Izzy Fortuin |
Our Made in Leicester blog series continues
this week with Kevin and Mya who are presenters on Leicester’s Takeover Radio.
Kevin is
a producer/co-presenter, and has been quite supportive of Mor Music Group’s
artists since we launched in June 2013. Our artists have been featured on
Takeover radio, and this has helped promote the artists/record label.
Takeover Radio
specialises in training young people (approximately 11 – 15 year olds) who want
to get into media. They are trained, expected to come up with an idea for a
show, and put in charge of their own show. This is how 12 year old Mya began
her young career in media at the radio station.
According
to Kevin, the radio show (Made in Leicester), is a bit different as it was his
idea. He used to present a show with John Sinclair on BBC Radio Leicester. When
the show ended, he approached Takeover Radio with the concept of a show
promoting local musicians. This led to the show ‘Made in Leicester’ which airs
on Takeover radio (with Mya presenting and Kevin producing/co-presenting). The
show has helped a lot of local artists showcase their talent on radio, thereby
enabling them to reach a wider audience.
Mya is a
true inspiration to young people. When I met her at a radio promo in June 2013,
I was impressed by how she was able to run the entire show all by herself at
such a young age. During the radio interview, she asked intelligent questions.
Mya had an in-depth knowledge of music which enabled her to properly introduce
songs prior to playing them, and she was able to offer constructive critique of
songs she featured. A precocious radio presenter – Mya operated the controls
and equipment independently.
Sadly,
this Saturday (January 25th 2014) will be Mya’s last appearance on
Takeover Radio. Her final live show will air from 16:00 to 18:00. We wish Mya
all the best. It has been a pleasure meeting her, and having her interview the
Mor Music Group artists.
Made in Leicester show airs from
4 pm to 6 pm on 103.2 FM and online - www.takeoverradio.co.uk
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