Web Design
Website Design and Development
left and Sounds
January 2025
6 weeks
Cleft and Sounds is a rising music band based in Nairobi, known for their dynamic live performances and event hosting. They needed a platform to sell tickets, showcase their music, and provide a seamless experience for their growing fanbase. Venda Technologies was approached to design and develop a modern, user-friendly website that would serve as a central hub for the band’s activities.
Ticketing System: Implement an event ticketing system with MPESA integration for convenient payments.
Event Promotion: Create an engaging platform for showcasing upcoming events, performances, and venues.
Music Showcase: Provide a space for fans to listen to or purchase their music.
E-Commerce: Enable the sale of band merchandise online.
Brand Visibility: Design a visually appealing website that reflects the band’s vibrant and modern identity.
To achieve these objectives, Venda Technologies developed a custom website with the following features:
Integrated a booking system with MPESA STK push functionality for quick and secure payments.
Automatically generated QR-coded tickets delivered via email.
Developed an intuitive event calendar showcasing upcoming gigs and performances.
Included detailed event pages with venue information, performance schedules, and ticket purchase options.
Built a media section for streaming or downloading the band’s latest tracks and albums.
Added a photo and video gallery to capture the band’s live performances.
Set up an online store for Cleft and Sounds merchandise, offering secure checkout and order tracking.
Designed a vibrant and responsive user interface with bold typography and a dynamic color palette that reflects the band’s energetic persona.
Optimized the site for both desktop and mobile devices to ensure a seamless user experience.
Ensuring seamless MPESA integration with minimal downtime.
Developing a ticketing system that automatically verifies QR codes at event entrances.
Maintaining a balance between visual appeal and site performance to accommodate users with varying internet speeds.
The website successfully launched in January 2025, meeting all project objectives. Since its launch:
Ticket Sales: Increased by 35%, with fans praising the ease of booking and secure payments.
User Engagement: Monthly site visits doubled, with an average session duration of 5 minutes.
Merchandise Sales: Merchandise revenue grew by 25% in the first month.
Brand Visibility: The website has received positive feedback for its design and usability, enhancing Cleft and Sounds’ online presence.
