Blacvolta Podcast | Africa's Creative Economy
The Business of Entertainment with D Black artwork

The Business of Entertainment with D Black

Blacvolta Podcast | Africa's Creative Economy
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On this episode, we speak to Desmond Blackmore, popularly known as D-Black — a powerhouse in Ghana’s entertainment scene for over 16 years.From nightlife and entrepreneurship to the music business, D-Black breaks down the real business of entertainment and shares valuable insights from his remarkable journey so far.

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