Renowned musician Ziyawakazitha Matsenjwa recently took to social media to address a pressing issue in the live music scene: poor sound quality. In a heartfelt post, Matsenjwa urged sound engineers to prioritize clean, professional sound both on stage and for the audience in the Front of House.
He highlighted the extensive effort and costs performers invest in their craft, from rehearsals and studio sessions to transport and hiring musicians. “These are expenses good people, and then only to be messed up on stage with terrible sound presentation,” Matsenjwa wrote, adding that technical sound expertise is particularly crucial for performers who truly know their craft.
The message is clear: sound quality isn’t just about loudness—it’s about creating an immersive and flawless experience for the audience and honoring the hard work artists put into their performances. As Matsenjwa succinctly put it, “Terrible sounds hurt!”
Let this be a reminder to sound engineers everywhere: artists need you to bring their stories to life with precision and care. Because in the world of music, good sound is everything.
