World-renowned DJ Black Coffee is set to host An Honest Conversation with Black Coffee: Music Conference & Exhibition 2026 along with his namesake foundation, which will bring together the next generation of music talent on 27 November 2026.
This year’s edition is themed The Evolution. It will look at the changing sound, business, and future of music. The Black Coffee Foundation says the event is for anyone building a future in music, including:
- Upcoming artists and DJs
- Producers and songwriters
- Managers and creatives
- Music professionals
Applications are now open. The foundation calls the event a chance to “learn, connect and grow.”
It’s a conference for learning, not a showcase for performers.
To apply, candidates need to send:
- A motivation letter about their music journey
- Full contact details and their area of the industry
- Their thoughts on how music is changing and what they hope to learn
- How they help their community, or could, through music
- A link to their work, where applicable
Applicants must also follow the foundation on social media and be able to attend the whole conference on 27 November.
Applications go to bcfrising@blackcoffee.foundation, and the deadline is 13 November 2026. Early applicants get priority, so anyone interested should apply soon.
Black Coffee, real name Nkosinathi Maphumulo, started the foundation in 2010.
