Meet Mike Kalombo, founder of Kalombo Media and one of our partners for the Music For Pixels campaign who has generously donated a production session for the Grand Prize Winner of the Valentine 2013 YouTube Cover Carnival. Mike is a music producer, songwriter and filmographer, best known for his music production on some of the most viral videos on YouTube. Born in the Democratic Republic of Congo, he now resides in the United States. He has worked with both YouTube stars and music industry moguls, like Jermaine Dupri and quickly became one of the most sought after producers in the industry. Labeled the Quincy Jones of the digital era, he has collaborated with artistes such as Lisa Lavie, Sha Sha Jones, Destorm, Da Brat, Jenna Marbles , Ahmir, Erika David, Traphik, Shane Dawson, Alphacat, Wax and many more.
Mike recently took a bit of time out of his busy schedule to talk to us about why he supports the cause to end violence against women.
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1. Tell us about what you do and how you came to be sponsor the production prize for The Pixel Project’s Valentine 2013 YouTube Cover Carnival contest
I`m a music producer, signed under Jermaine Dupri’s Record label So So Def, and CEO and Founder of KALOMBO MEDIA. I believe in the message behind this project, it can never be said enough.
2. Why is ending violence against women important to you?
As a husband, father, and son, I couldn’t imagine any harm coming to the women in my life, and wouldn’t wish any on all the women around the world.
3. In your opinion, how does music help in efforts to end violence against women?
Music is an international language, a language that any culture can understand. I feel like music speaks to the soul. With a positive message in there, it has the power to reach millions of people around the world.
4. In your opinion, how can musicians and producers help encourage people to take an interest in and step up to help stop violence against women?
They can start by doing something about it themselves first. Like the great Michael Jackson says in “Man in the Mirror”, change has to start with you. When others see you do something about it, they can get inspired to contribute to the efforts.
5. In your opinion, how can we encourage young men and boys to take an interest in and step up to help stop violence against women?
Leading by example is a great way to do this. Actions speak louder than words.
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Interested in participating in the Valentine 2013 YouTube Cover Carnival? Find out more here.
Not an artiste but still want to support our work? Give back while giving joy:
Searching for an affordable gift for Valentine’s Day that is both empowering and uplifting for someone in need of that extra encouragement and love? Check out our “16 For 16” digital EP featuring 5 songs aimed at lifting the spirits and empowering survivors of Violence Against Women worldwide via all major online music stores including iTunes, Amazon, Google Music, Spotify and many more. Prices range from US$4.95 to US$6.45 depending on region and retailer and 100% of the proceeds go towards keeping The Pixel Project’s programmes and projects running. Just click on the buttons below to be taken to the EP’s download page in your preferred online music store:
