Episode 25 - Hazel Mak

After The Applause is being graced with the presence of Afrobeats and Amapiano royalty, Hazel Mak!

Hazel Mak is a Malawian-born afrobeats and amapiano artist, who moved over to the UK in 2000. She is now established in Manchester after having moved up from London 4 years ago. Staying true to her roots, Hazel creates joyful, upbeat tracks that allow her to platform and showcase Malawi - providing a unique and authentic sound within western society. Hazel is also the founder of Malawian Girls Rock, an organisation giving the women of Malawi a platform to speak their truths and showcase their creativity.

In this episode, Saoirse Marie catches up with Hazel Mak to discuss her experience being a black women within the music industry in the UK, her growth and journey so far in her  ...