Nomination gives Ivory Park artist hope
Musical nomination gives artist hope that believing in yourself has great outcomes.
Marlon Hove (27), born and raised in Ivory Park, started his musical journey in 2013 when he and a few friends played around with music production software.
Hove, inspired by international African artists such as Kabza De Small and Black Coffee, decided to expand his knowledge by beginning to follow online tutorials.
At first, his family did not understand his love for music, fearing that he would be an outlaw like other big artists.
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As time went by, they had a better understanding of receiving air plays on national and international radio stations.
His music is a fusion of gospel because, as he said, gospel is vital to the African culture.
“We are all about ethics and respect in the motherland.”
His little sisters and parents play an important role, together with his fan base on social media, where some are always marketing his music.
When speaking to the Thembian, Hove said musicians have the gift and passion but struggle with funding.
“The biggest challenge we are facing as musicians is financial problems.
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“Because of this, we struggle to get recognised by promoters or big companies willing to help us reach the top.
“I balance my craft and real work, so I push my music to reach the masses on all socials.
“I will be dropping an amapiano EP titled The Dusty Streets Of Njube before the end of the year.”
“2023 was a great year. I won an award for Best Amapiano Track at the PRACAs. In 2024, I was nominated for Best Amapiano track at the MAMA in Johannesburg.
“The nomination holds great significance for my career as it validates the hard work and dedication I put into my craft.
“It serves as recognition of my achievements and motivates me to continue striving for excellence. Dreams delayed are not dreams denied.
“Being nominated is a milestone marking progress and encourages my self-reflection, and that, for me, is a great feeling.
“Getting nominated also enhances my visibility and opportunities in my career,” said Hove.
