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Following their online social media success in which they To add to the excitement South Africa’s prodigious singer-songwriter and double SAMA-winner, Nianell will grace the stage at Walter Sisulu National Botanical Gardens along with Romanz, South Africa’s world-class quartet for the Old Mutual Music in the Gardens Series on the 11th of September.
attracted more than 4,000 of the launch, Creative followers in only five months, Careers is also running a the group feels confident that competition that will they will now, with the help of award the person who their website, be able to can spot the most glitches
Over the past few weeks the Old Mutual Music in the Gardens Concert series has seen thousands of people packing their picnic gear and heading off to see great South African acts on Sunday afternoons in the great natural setting of the botanical gardens.
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The double SAMA Award-winning artist and internationally recognised songwriter, NIANELL is the next South African star to headline the series along with ROMANZ, fresh from their performance at Prince Albert and Princess Charlene’s Royal Wedding in Monaco.
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On the site you will find a complete gig guide, maps and directions to all venues, '’We are South Africans, proud of South Africa. blog and chat facilities. Our aim is to motivate, expose and celebrate our There is the option to listen before a fan local artists’. downloads your music with our thirty localsonly.co.za have created a forum where new second song streaming feature. and old South African bands can expose their We believe that together as one nation, talents, share their music and chat to their fans. one soul, one gig, we can all come together They have created a social network for all who to connect and embrace the rhythm of have a passion for South African music, for all who South African music. want to see and hear the best talent in the world. The more passion and enthusiasm we all ‘South Africa has so much undiscovered talent, so put into South African music, the more it many artists unheard. That is why we have will be recognised. created localsonly.co.za “Feel the beat of the drum, shiver with the We are hosting this site locally so that it is not only strum of the string of the guitar and let the more affordable to use, but also more convenient words of the song touch your soul.” and appealing to South Africans. As an artist all Our aim the tools are readily available at a click of a button. Our aim is to get www.localsonly.co.za to Artists will have access to marketing tools so that be the best social music network that they will be able to manage themselves, or use South Africa has ever seen, our tools to find a manager to help you move in From: the right direction. • Listing of all music events Localsonly.co.za is not only a social network for • Gig's, artists and fans. We appeal to management • Festivals companies, production companies, publications, • Music artists record labels, radio stations, music schools and • Bands colleges and event organisers. • Production companies We are the social network for anyone who has a • Record labels passion for South African music. We have • Radio stations designed a user friendly way of bringing everyone who is part of the South African music scene • Music schools together as one community.
CELLAR RATS 2011 SPRING WINE FESTIVAL - Sunday 4 September 11.00am - 3.00pm at the “Old Mill”, Magaliesberg
We Have an exciting entertainment and lifestyle section, namely CitiVibe, that appears daily, and carries information on what’s hot in terms of books, 2011 Spring Wine Festival, to be held on movies, where to eat, recipies etc. Sunday 4th September, which is held in aid of We also pride ourselves in our ever the Woodland School in Magaliesberg. o ff e r. i n c r e a s i n g c o r p o r a t e Our emphasis is on tasting South Africa's responsibility projects and hope that our involvement in this event will best wines in a tranquil outdoor setting. highlight its important cause and the To this end, more than 100 wine producers good time to be had by all.” will present in excess of 600 wines for the This family festival will once again be adult tasters’ enjoyment. held at the historic “Old Mill", on the This is a family festival, with supervised banks of the picturesque Magalies entertainment for children whilst the parents River, approx. 35 minutes from Jhb's relax and enjoy the wines in the countryside. Northern Suburbs. It is a relaxing, fun family day and great value The atmosphere is relaxed and with over 600 wines available for tasting convivial, and visitors are encouraged to stretch out and enjoy the lush green (Designated drivers get in for free) lawns, shady trees and cool spring About This Event breeze, whilst enjoying some of the In 2001, Woodland School in Magaliesberg finest wines SouthAfrica has to offer. approached Cellar Rats Wine Tasting Club to Our emphasis is on tasting South assist them with an annual fund raising event, Africa's best wines in a tranquil outdoor and the Cellar Rats Spring Wine Festival was setting. To this end, more than 100 wine born. producers will present in excess of 600 Since then the Cellar Rats Spring Wine wines for your enjoyment. Festival has become a major draw card for Sunday 4th September 2011 - Gates weekend-tourism to the Magaliesberg area. open at 11h00. The festival runs from Drawing 1500-2000 visitors & participants, 11h00 to 15h00. mostly from Johannesburg and the surrounds Relax and enjoy huge shady trees, lush - but some from as far as Botswana & Cape green grass and an abundance of Town - the family festival seeks to promote birdlife, while your kids have fun in the an ethos of "good living". great outdoors! Jumping Castles & Once again we are very pleased to announce Supervised Entertainment for children that The Citizen and Radio Today are media will be available.Children’s activities partners for the Spring Wine Festival. Jumping castle, water-slide, and The Citizen’s Marketing Manager, Clare supervised entertainment for children Soutter says “The Citizen is thrilled to come arranged by Happy Acres, including a on board as media sponsor for the Cellar Rats snake display; sport activities; crab annual spring wine festival. As a newspaper catching; animal & plant displays and we find it ever more important to get much more. All of this for a nominal fee involved with the community as well as of R10 per child. events that relate to the product that we
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Additional activities/rides will be available at an additional fee per ride. Designated Drivers get in free At our inaugural festival in 2001, Cellar Rats Wine Club introduced the policy that Designated Drivers get in free. To our knowledge we are still the only wine festival who offers this to our patrons. Additional activities/rides will be available at an additional fee per ride.
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He has received numerous awards and accolades including two Brit Awards, two World Music Awards, two MTV Video Music Awards, an MTV European Music Award and five Grammy nominations. His latest album “Some Kind of Trouble” starts a new chapter. Produced mainly by Steve Robson, key tracks include ''So Far Gone”, “Superstar” and “Stay the Night”; where Blunt joined songwriting forces with OneRepublic's Ryan Tedder. Indeed, as much as he loves making new music, for Blunt, the ultimate joy comes from playing the songs live and sharing them with an audience. And with a new tour starting in 2011, he's looking forward to getting back out there. As the recording process comes to a close, he's waiting to climb back on the bus. “Put the album out and get me on tour,” he says. “We're going to have the time of our lives playing these songs.” When Elvis Blue found out he has been chosen to support James Blunt he responded:
Elvis Blue to Support James Blunt on “Being able to do what I love is something I am his ‘Some Kind of Trouble’ Tour in very thankful for and being able to perform on the same stage with great, international artists makes August 2011 Big Concerts are excited to announce that Elvis Blue has been chosen to support James Blunt when he returns to South Africa in August 2011 as part his 'Some Kind of Trouble World Tour'. He will be performing on Wednesday 24th August at the ICC Durban Arena, 26th August at the Coca-Cola Dome Johannesburg, Sunday 28th August at the Vodacom NMMU Indoor Arena Port Elizabeth and now in Cape Town on 30th August at Grand Arena, GrandWest. Elvis Blue, winner of South African idols 2010, started his music career early, singing in school choirs and busking. After a stint overseas as a street musician, Elvis returned to South Africa where he decided to study contemporary music. While living in George he met the friend whose name he would adopt in 2008. “My wife works at an organisation that is a hospice and children's home and I met this little boy there when I used to go and play my guitar for them. He really wanted to be a keyboard player, and his name was Elvis Blaauw”, he says. When he passed away in 2009, as a tribute to this amazing young man, Jan Hoogendyk adopted his name and Elvis Blue was born. After winning South African idols in 2010 Elvis Blue released an album that would change his list as a musician, simply titled Elvis Blue. Upon the album's release in November 2010, it shot up the radio and sales charts and reached Gold status within 29 days of its release. The first two singles “Things my Father said” and “Lighthouse” are massive hits and the third single “Save Me” is currently play listed on radio stations across the country. Blunt's first album, “Back to Bedlam,” catapulted him to worldwide superstardom on the strength of massive songs such as “You're Beautiful,” “High” and “Goodbye My Lover.” His second album, 2007's “All the Lost Souls,” debuted at No. 1 in 10 countries, selling nearly 5 million copies globally and featuring such hits as “1973,” ”Same Mistake” and “Carry You Home.”
me realise how truly privileged I am.
Saying that I am excited about performing on the same night as James Blunt would be a tremendous understatement, a year ago I could never have imagined this. I am thrilled and I look forward to the show.”
Tour Itinerary Durban – presented by East Coast Radio Wednesday 24th August 2011 ICC Durban Arena Tickets from R221 – R426 Johannesburg – presented by Jacaranda 94.2 Friday 26th August 2011 Coca-Cola Dome Tickets from R272 – R529 Port Elizabeth – presented by Algoa FM Sunday 28th August 2011 Vodacom NMMU Indoor Arena Tickets from R272 – R426 Cape Town – presented by 94.5 KFM Tuesday 30th August 2011 Grand Arena, GrandWest Tickets from R272 – R501 Tickets available from Computicket, www.computicket.com, 083 915 8000, Another BIG Concerts Experience: www.bigconcerts.co.za www.facebook.com/bigconcerts FOR FURTHER MEDIA INFO AND INTERVIEW REQUESTS for Elvis Blue, contact TOTAL EXPOSURE: Werner Botes T – 011 788 8725 C – 076 275 2493 werner@totalexposure.co.za
SAVE THE DATE FOR ROCKING THE DAISIES 2011 Rocking the Daisies, one of South Africa's most-loved music and lifestyle festivals has hit the six year mark and returns again in 2011. The sixth Rocking the Daisies will again take place at Cloof Wine Estate in Darling (Western Cape). It starts on Friday, 07 October, and will run until the Sunday, 09 October 2011. Music lovers and festival goers can expect an even bigger, better, more entertaining and humorous weekend with a sensational line-up of international and local acts, DJ's, comedians and performers. Expect an amazing array of green ways to “play hard and tread lightly”, including Walking the Daisies, Cycling the Daisies and innovative eco-friendly experiences and ideas. You can also keep an eye out for ongoing announcements of confirmed acts to rock you in October and other must know festival news. Follow us on twitter: #RockingtheDaisies Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/rockingthedaisiesfestival www.rockingthedaisies.com For more info and to buy tickets check out the brand new Rocking the Daisies website at www.rockingthedaisies.com
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Sisulu National Botanical Garden Lucky”, have all reached platinum for its upkeep. status in South Africa. ROMANZ, the voice-quartet consisting of Louis N I A N E L L a n d R O M A N Z ’ Loock, André Venter, Adam Barnard performance takes place in the en Burgerd Botha has also middle of the natural beauty of the achieved international success, botanical gardens. Fans are while continuing to win over fans encouraged to come early, bring here at home. picnic chairs and blankets and spend the day in natural splendour. ROMANZ offers their audience quality contemporary music, vocally With a restaurant in the gardens intertwined with a light classical and alcohol on sale plus a great approach. Since their beginning supervised kiddies area this is a three years ago, the talented group must-see opportunity to see pride themselves with 21 hit singles, NIANELL and ROMANZ live in a four music awards, and all three of their studio albums (“My Hele Hart”, natural setting. 2008, Double Platinum/ “Bly “The striking beauty of the garden Getrou”, 2009, Platinum/ “Ek Sal i s t h e p e r f e c t s e t t i n g t o Getuig”, 2010, Double Platinum) communicate with our audience,” made the top ten in local Nianell said. “We are also looking musiccharts. forward to raising funds for the NIANELL and ROMANZ have also garden while performing in it!” Photo: SAMA award winning singer, Nianell released an album together, titled ‘n - continued from front page NIANELL has had a highly Duisend Drome (directly translated successful career as a solo-artist from Afrikaans as A Thousand The Old Mutual Music in the Gardens in South Africa and abroad. She Dreams). series presents this as their Spring-concert released her first US album in April at the Walter Sisulu National Botanical The album has been hailed as a of this year. Garden after the biweekly concerts that mammoth critical and commercial have been running as part of their winter Nianell has a four-octave vocal s u c c e s s , a n d a s s u c h t h e series this year. range and her songs include collaboration between NIANELL elements of Folk, Pop, R&B, and ROMANZ at The Old Mutual The series is an extension of their Country, Classical and Celtic Music in the Gardens series is a sponsorship of the legendary Kirstenbosch music. Four of her albums; "Who natural progression for both of these Music series in Cape Town. All proceeds Painted The Moon?", "Angel stellar acts. The Walter Sisulu from the performances go to the Walter Tongue", "Life's Gift", and "I Know National Botanical Garden is a
veritable treasure trove of natural attractions – visitors can see one of only a few nesting Verreaux’s Eagles on the edge of the cliffs in the garden. Strolling through many of the theme gardens is also highly recommended along with paying a visit to the magnificent waterfall. Ticketbreak: R80.00 Pre-sale at gardens: R90.00 On day sales at gardens and ticketbreak: R100.00 Children under 13 are free. Gates open: 12h00 Main act: 15h00 Gates close: 18h00 Facilities Available: Restaurant and Tea Garden available on site. Alcoholic beverages are for sale at the Restaurant and Tea Garden. Everyone is welcome to bring picnic baskets and blankets. Kids Zone available 13h30 – 16h30 For more on the Old Mutual Music in the Gardens music series go to www.oldmutual.co.za/musicintheg ardens For news, updates and more on NIANELL go to www.nianell.co.za and for more on ROMANZ go to www.romanz.co.za Tickets for all concerts are available at www.ticketbreak.co.za
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WONDERboom live at Tanz Cafe
Always with an eye out to nurture budding talent, Cito was introduced to the vibrant WONDERboom fans take note – SA’s young band, The Honeydroppers when he most legendary rockers are back on stage adjudicated an inter-high schools Battle of at Tanz Café for one night only on the Bands held earlier in the year at St. Mary’s College. Thursday 8th September 2011!
After a brief hiatus whilst frontman, Cito reprised his critically acclaimed role in the highly successful “Jesus Christ Superstar”, WONDERboom are delighted to announce they are back on stage to entertain their fans at Joburg’s most popular live venue, Tanz Café in Fourways, with the up and coming band, The Honeydroppers as their opening act.
He was blown away by the band’s talent, a deserved winner on the night, and has since committed to mentoring them in the music industry. Don’t miss seeing your favourite rockers back on the Joburg stage! COST : General Admission : R100 3-course dinner and entrance fee : R250
WONDERboom have much to be proud of. They have released 8 albums, headlined every major SA festival, been BOOKINGS: Tanz Cafe 011 658 0277 or online www.tanzcafe.co.za nominated for 5 SAMA’s (South African Music Awards), won a Kanna Award and It's sure to be a sell-out, so book early to avoid disappointment! People Crystal Award in 2003 for South Africa’s hottest band. TIME : 19h00 Doors Open 20h30 Opening Act (The They also won the South African leg of the Honeydroppers) 2004 Global Battle of the Bands and came 21h30 WONDERboom second worldwide, all while maintaining the level of music that audiences love. For more information on WONDERboom, check out There can be few South African music fans that aren’t familiar with their hits, like www.wonderboom.co.za or search WONDERboom on Face Book. Never Ever, Jafta Rebel, Something Wrong, Africa, Charlie, It’s Great to be Media Contact: Collett Dawson Alive, Best Side and On The Radio, their Telephone : 082 653 1338 most recent hit off their recently released Email: collett.dawson@absamail.co.za 8th album, The Automatic Shuffle. “ Six Winters ” sets a new benchmark on the South African scene for production standards, arrangement and songwriting in the female vocal genre. The combination of Laurie's characteristic songwriting and producer Dan Roberts` unique engineering and dedicated production flair is cutting new territory and could very well head up a new movement leading us towards a rekindled appreciation of the power and the role in society of female story telling through music. Dan Roberts, who worked with Laurie on her previous album as well, found a balance between a contemporary sound and Laurie`s love of folk music.
Rhythm Records new Laurie Levine`s third album “Six Dan speaks about the way they release: Laurie Levine – Six Winters” has just been released found the 'voice' of the album: through Rhythm Records. Winters. “Laurie arrived with a selection Laurie Levine`s voice fuses childlike playfulness with maturity, a combination that evokes a wide range of emotions; a voice that is simply unique in its ability to engage the listener. Laurie's catchy folk tunes are reminiscent of what you'd expect to be coming from world class contemporary folk acts the likes of Katie Melua, Lucinda Williams, Alison Krauss, Diana Krall and Emmylou Harris.
of songs that had taken her Laurie`s blend of American roots writing to a new level, more music and the 'Nu-Folk' sound has exposed and lyrically the earned her critical acclaim and a strongest set I've heard from her growing audience. so far. She has twice been nominated for a SAMA (South African Music Award) in the Adult Contemporary category and she has just returned from the Grahamstown Arts Festival with a Standard Bank Silver Ovation Award for her performances there.
There's a lot of pain there, but extraordinary beauty too. Laurie had also been listening to some old sounds, early dust bowl depression era and such, but at the same time we both love contemporary electronica, so
so we settled on what can be best South Africa, but also in described as a: 'the future is recent years outside of the country. In 2009 she yesterday' approach. We put together a string performed at the World ensemble: violin, cello, mandolin, Economic Forum in Davos, banjo, baritone guitar, junk shop Switzerland. autoharps, accordion and piano She opened for Rodriguez and threw that into the ring with, in London, and for Joe what is known in the trade as: Jackson in South Africa. 'retro electronica beats' - added She has also performed at some real percussion and ended some of South Africa's up with a kind of Appalachian - premier music events and festivals, including , loop station approach. amongst others: There's a pulse there, but a Oppikoppi, the Joy of Jazz delicacy too. I'm really happy with Festival, Splashy Fen, Levis where we ended up and I hope it Vintage Sundays, Mr Price gets the airing it deserves.” Pro, the White Mountain The songs on “Six Winters” were Folk Festival and FORR created in a deeply personal space M u s i c F e s t i v a l i n and the album was written over Mozambique. the length of a year. Laurie “Six Winters” is a beautiful comments on the writing process: album that has a knack of “A lot of the songs came to me in creeping in under one`s pieces that were put together and skin. Layered with a fresh completed over a period of time. flow of emotions and musical intelligence, this A song is only finished when it is album is a jewel of a find. ready and often it takes you by the hand and leads you to its Laurie Levine will completion. The process is introduce the album at mysterious and hard to grasp, but official CD Launches in you have to let the song speak its D u r b a n , C a p e To w n , truth. “ Pretoria and Johannesburg Laurie's recordings have been supported by a strong live www.laurielevine.co.za presence for the last few years, predominantly in and around
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PROUDLY SUPPORTING THE SOUTH AFRICAN MUSIC INDUSTRY The first single off their new album is 'Stars above you' and if this track is anything to go by – the brothers are sure to dish up one hot track after another. With an amazingly shot video, the twenty one year old brothers have upped their game in every way possible. AK Ahmed recently got a chance to find out a bit more aboutAndrew and Brian Chaplin.
TWIN-KLE, TWIN-KLE, M I D N I G H T S TA R S Interview with LOCNVILLE ~ BY AK Ahmed From the legen… wait for it…dary, legendary words of Barney Stinson – SUIT UP! If the world had a theoretical magical pot that manufactured musical virtuosos by throwing in a few choice ingredients, how would the theoretical employees manage to create a Proudly South African musically talented duo like no other? Perhaps if they throw in twin boys with a keen ear for music, a hefty serving of intelligence, class and
‘You had a very successful first album and whilst most artists would rush to make a second album, you opted to finely tune the second – tell us a bit more about the whole production process of 'Running to Midnight'? ANDREW: Running To Midnight is the album that I've waited 21 years to make! Due to the success of Sun in My Pocket, we didn't want to come out with a re-hash of that formula, which is probably what a lot of people thought we'd do.
maturity – these characteristics might resemble the traits but would not even scrape the intense layers that the boys possess, possess. Locnville has not only managed to smash into the music scene with their successful debut album, Sun in My Pocket, but they managed to become SAMA award winners. After the release of their debut album, We really took the time to experiment with anticipation heightened amongst fans different sounds and come up with music and the music industry for the release that can only be described as 'Headphone of their second album. Music'; you really have to listen to it! We worked with amazing Grammy Nominated On the first of July 2011, Locnville's sound engineer / co-producer Alan second offering, Running to Midnight, Armitage. Although we still wrote, hit shelves and the albums began composed, arranged and produced all the pulling Houdini acts in some stores.
AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2011 - PAGE 7 music on the album,Alan threw in his magic to add to it all, the energy in studio was electric, we improvised a lot of the stuff and kept certain mistakes that we found really worked with the track, so I'm over the moon to see what people think of this album. BRIAN: The whole process of making this album was different. We didn't want to rush making a second album and over saturate ourselves - so we decided to take time with the songwriting and production which was really nice. Even though we had more time with writing and production though, there are a lot of last minute chops and changes in the recordings, lots of unintentional takes and things like that which made it a fun and completely creative process the entire time. Andrew and I wrote and sang our own verses this time around which is nice because you can define our individual writing and singing techniques now. There are some songs where Andrew sings more, and other where I sing more, so it's really nice for each of our personalities to come through.
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I should have known.During Knave's All in all, it was a great festival second song, the mosh pit broke out. pulled of supremely well.
Musica has 151 stores nationwide. Revamped Megastores have been rolled out across South Africa at Cavendish Square, V&A Waterfront, Canal Walk (Cape Town), as well as at The Zone @ Rosebank, Sandton (Johannesburg) and Gateway (Durban) Shopping Malls. Musica is part of the Clicks Group and is the largest retailer of music and related entertainment merchandise in the country. The division has expanded beyond its traditional core music business to a broader range of entertainment products including DVDs (music and movies), gaming (including computer games), lifestyle accessories (clothing, figurines, novelty goods) which is now also showcased online.
I want people to know that they will never have a re-hash of an old Locnville song, we like to keep it fresh and new all the time.” - Continued on page 21
I am certain it takes a bit of intense questioning whether to stick to the original recipe that made 'Sun In my Pocket' a success or to take bigger risks in the second album?
Monster Fest' at Cool Runnings Well, I got plastered to the Fourways - by Lilith Lestat groupies against the stage, who then elbowed me back into the pit. Monster Fest' at Cool Runnings in I lost all sense of direction, just Fourways was an epic blast. Metal short of being a mouse trampled heads from afar came out to support by buffalo in an African stampede. our local scene consisting of Knave, The Narrow, Habit To and Pestroy. The more I’m trying to grab onto someone to be stabilized from the Obviously I was, as usual, the last horrendous bumping torture I’m person to find out about the event and receiving, the more bruises I also extremely late, to which my receive from various elbows. arrival at Cool Runnings, there wasn't a parking space available within half a To the strange brunette with the kilometer of their door. blue bow in her hair, she was an absolute life saver at that point, Jammed packed already at 8pm, my grabbing me, shoving me amongst scandalously late arrival was just in her friends and yelling that I’ll be time for me to experience the safer there. infamous Knave. Slinking my way through the entry, I am engulfed in the That was not the care. It seemed mass of bodies making their way to the mosh pit followed me and I only the stage and i invariably follow the ended up further lost in translation. 'knave groupies', who all pile up A t t h e e n d o f K n a v e ' s against the stage diligently watching performance, the energy of the as Knave's front man Chris does his crowd just ebbed. sound check. I managed to wangle my bag out As the 'testing testing' drones on, my from under the stage dragging eyes wonder through the crowd along condoms and monster cans behind me which was growing in an and proceeded to make my social alarming number every second that rounds. passes. I whisper to a friend who attended with me, 'Will a mosh pit From bumping into Micky Fillipi, break out?’ the guitarist from Of One Design, to the bassist of 11th Hour, Adrian He replied nonchalantly, 'Don't think 'Joohnn' Wilson and the bubbly so, maybe. Well if it does, you're safe personality with pink hair, as you're right in front.’ everyone knows as Deez.
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ANDREW: You've got to take risks, if not, then there's no evolution! We've been through so many genres in our time that it would be a crime not to evolve the music and experiment with new sounds and techniques. We wanted more vocal range on this one, more epic production, all of that! I really think we achieved our goal on this one! BRIAN: There actually wasn't a lot of questioning, both of us wanted to take a risk and try something new - otherwise I would just let someone write and produce for me. Experimentation and risk taking is vital in the evolution of sound, even if it's taking something that already works and slightly tweaking its arrangement and style.
From getting strewn with 'monster' labelled condoms to band shirts and CD's. Knave makes a great band to see live, needless to say the fanatic followers would agree too. Considering that I didn't have the guts to see The Narrow or Pestroy do their thing, I’m guessing I’m too much of a light-weight to not be a big mosh pit fan, but then again, die hard fans have invoked fear in me with their painful stories of broken noses and collar bones. So maybe one day when I’m big and all grown up, I’ll jump into a mosh pit and break a bone or two, but not as yet...
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Their genuine and heartfelt love for The Rescu will be launching their album on the South Africa and its people inspired 31st of August at Grand West Casino's "Hanover Street." The music video for the first single, "I did many of the tracks. it for you", will also be screened on the night.
The band name expresses their desire for something relevant, something needed something out of the ordinary; something that happens to be in the right place at the right time.
The band's peers in the industry have shown a great deal of support and encouragement. Here, a collection of quotes to that effect:
"The Rescu is a well refined band with HUGE sound and great songs. Definitely a powerhouse To date, The Rescu has performed with band on the rise and to look out for" - Ard some of the biggest names on the SA Matthews (Just Jinjer)
music circuit, sharing the stage with Just Jinjer, Foto na Dans, The Dirty Skirts and Guys your new album is truly something special... can't wait for you to share it with the Prime Circle. world!" - Ben Peters (Goodluck)
Photo: Deborah Rossouw
The Rescu
The Rescu has been crafting and performing the songs that "The Rescu is one power rock act that make up their debut, self-titled SA needs to watch out for, they are album for the last 18 months. coming in full force! " - Marco Gomes Regular trips to an empty house (Prime Circle) in a small town, not far from the The Rescu is a 3-piece rock band mother city helped to produce based in Cape Town, South Africa. the 10 tracks that make up the Band members are Mike Vaughan - album. lead vocals and bass, Brendyn "Rusti" Rossouw - drums and vocals These song-writing getaways, coupled with countless and Gray Lowndes - guitars. rehearsal sessions back home They will be launching their self titled was a fruitful pre-production debut album at Hanover Street, stage for The Rescu to find their Grand West Casino on 31 August. sound and capture it. The band Doors open at 20h30 - Show starts drew their inspiration for the songs from various elements 21h15. and life experiences.
These performances, as well as the many smaller shows played by the band have given them the street creed they require to hold their own at any level of live performance.
The album will be released by 2 Feet, a division of Sheer Sound and will be available in music stores nationwide by the end of August. Link to video of first radio single "I did it for You." www.youtube.com/therescu.
The album was recorded at the Heritage Sound studio in the heart of Cape Town The Rescu would like to thank the following sponsors for the launch on 31 August: city's "heritage square" on Buitengracht Bundi Productions, Marshall Music, Evolve Street. It was engineered by the band's AV, Grand West Casino, Hanover Street, own drummer, Brendyn "Rusti" Miller Draught. Rossouw. The mix engineering was handled mostly by Rian Loubser, a young, edgy sound-shaping artist. A touch of international class was added by Nashville mix engineer, Jeff Balding on "beautiful life". The album mastering was done by Rogan of Lapdust Studios in JHB.
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Johnny Clegg in Cape Town C songs spanning his 30 year at the Grand West Arena with career, including Impi, Cruel his 30th Anniversary Concert Crazy Beautiful World, I Call Your Name, African Sky Blue, on 27th August, Scatterlings and many more.
JOHNNY CLEGGยนS 30TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT reuniting the original Juluka, Savuka and Johnny Clegg band for this once only event.
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glass tables, slow motion 3D bullets and animation, this video is not only a fast paced visual extravaganza, but also a marvel of technological achievement. Interspersed with live, starkly contrasting performance shots of the band, rounds off what will no doubt become a video on the lips of many. The band are scheduled to be back in the studio soon to record a new album before heading back to Europe in August to tour Germany, Holland, France and England. Be a part of the action: www.youtube.com/watch?v=8zTUH4d71WU www.7thSon.co.za www.facebook.com/7thSonband www.myspace.com/theband7thSon For interviews and further information contact: gavin@musketeer.co.za
Setting new standards in the industry, 7th Son partnered with Director Michael Brennan, Director of Photography Derek Carlow and Producer and Star Simon Hareb, to create the first video of its kind in SA.
fast becoming a regular hot spot for those who have discovered it.
With stunts filmed on a Phantom camera at 1000 frames per second, the video is striking, visually intense and superbly graphic. Smashing bottles over actor's heads, falling through
Chill until late with tantalising cocktails (a Jamaican Genocide or Feeling Irie anyone?) while listening to the live bands rocking the room.
Big 6 Month celebrates exquisite natural beauty in the benevolent shadow of Table Cape Heritage Mountain. Being a tourist in your own country is so simple! With October declared BIG 6 month visitors and residents of Cape Town are in for some mighty treats with each of these splendid experiences!
With the key to much of our history, Robben Island Museum takes us through the passage of time from the first settlers to where we are today - a fascinating and multi -faceted glimpse into what has shaped the Cape. Move inland and step into one of the most beautiful Botanical Gardens in the world. The Heritage walk uncovers some extraordinary facts and fynbos as you experience our many unique plants. Linger for lunch at either of the restaurants and enjoy a traditional Cape dish - bringing all the elements of our diverse culture together.
Whilst Cape Town is one destination Table Mountain Cableway, V&A Waterfront, Robben Island, Kirstenbosch, Constantia Vineyards and Cape Point offer six unforgettable experiences. A perspective of the Cape that shows not only its beauty, history and culture but embraces its diversity. Here's a tour that you can do in your own time, at your own pace and learn Stop to taste the fruit of the vine at more about your region. Constantia Vineyards. The history of our winemaking industry spreads With the theme of food and before you - from the elegant Gro heritage, experience a feast of ot Constantia to the cellars and the activities over the month, so each acres of vineyards. From food and day (or weekend) during October wine pairings, historical tours and can mean a journey with a more it will be hard to move on! difference. The point where the Atlantic and the Did you know the Table Mountain Indian Ocean meet, Cape Point, is Cableway is 82 years young on the scene for many a shipwreck in October 4? Take advantage of the the turbulent Cape seas. Cableway's Kidz Season promotion that allows two children Join the guided Shipwreck Trail and to travel free of charge when an discover our rugged coastline with its adult return ticket is purchased unique Fynbos then enjoy lunch that over weekends, public holidays uses this indigenous plant as its and the school holidays) Enjoy theme. the special offers and school holiday activities on Table Launching on Heritage Day 24 Mountain which will hopefully will September with activities at the V&A be one of the New 7 wonders of waterfront Amphitheatre to start your Nature. voyage of discovery and enjoy some unexpected pleasures over the The V&A Waterfront, with its month of October. tantalizing selection of leisure activities, sightseeing options and For full programme visit www.capetownbig6.co.za unique shopping experiences, is Issued on behalf of The Big 6 by still Cape Town's number one HIPPO Communications. entertainment venue. Its idyllic For further information please contact ambience at the edge of South Linet Engelbrecht, HIPPO Africa's oldest working harbour Communications invites visitors from around the Tel: 021 557 0246 world to relax and revel in its
Cool Runnings is doing for Joburg what the Gourmet Cool Runnings - Benoni Burger Bar did for the The concept behind Cool humble patty. Free entry Runnings - A unique mix of and live music. restaurant, bar and live bands make it yet another exciting Cool Runnings Benoni has addition to the Joburg night an incredible atmosphere scene. Jamaican inspired and you are guaranteed to have a blast and meet Saving Silence LIVE at Cool decor meets an array of loads of interesting people. Runnings - Photos by Deon VDL astounding murals at what’s o
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“More importantly, the public should not overlook the fact that gospel awards are not only to recognise and celebrate the efforts of those in the sector, but their primary purpose is to praise and worship God through music,” he adds. With a name like Lindelani, which is an isiZulu phrase that means “to await good things”, the multi awardwinning producer is doing exactly what has been expected of him from birth. He has been making an undeniable impact in the local gospel music industry for more than 10 years, mostly through Joyous Celebration. With Mkhize as their codirector, this gospel concept – as they prefer being called, as the dynamic outfit is constantly transforming at least every two years – they continue to produce award joyous harmonies that have seen them release more than 10 celebrated albums.
Lindelani Mkhize wins international for unrelenting contribution to African From his hometown of Umlazi in KwaZulu-Natal to gospel music
Cape Town, Johannesburg and Port Elizabeth, the name Lindelani Mkhize’s continued promotion and Lindelani Mkhize has become synonymous with advancement of African gospel has been saluted inspiring gospel music and his recent feat of proudly internationally as he won the category Best representing South Africa by winning the Best Contribution to African Gospel Music at the second Contribution to African Gospel Music Award bolsters th Africa Gospel Music and Media Awards, held on the 9 the significant role he has played in putting African gospel on the world map. of July in London’s prestigious Lighthouse Hall. Mkhize is no stranger to competition as he is not only Catch Lindelani Mkhize as Durban is set to experience an entrepreneur and producer - he is a co-founder of the spirit of praise as the multi-talented MTN Joyous arguably South Africa’s most prolific gospel group, Celebration returns to the city to celebrate their 15-year milestone in a much anticipated two-day concert at the Joyous Celebration – but he is also a judge on the International Convention Centre Durban Arena on 29 television talent search series I Want To Sing Gospel. and 30 July.
“Because I sit on the judging panel of a talent show means I appreciate winning the Best Contribution to African Gospel Music Award so much more. I know what it takes to impress critical judges who want only the best,” says the Durban-born Mkhize.
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Purchase Watershed's new single "I've always failed to understand the concept of 'when it's your time, it's your time', particularly when it 'Believe' and help heal a child's heart!
comes to children" says Watershed front man Craig Watershed, one of South Africa's favourite home-grown Hinds. "When I met with the team at the WSPCF, I bands, has released a new single "Believe" - a song inspired saw that they are giving more time to children who by the children who pass through the care of the Walter would otherwise have no access to the critical medical care that they need to survive." Sisulu Pediatric Cardiac Foundation (WSPCF).
The WSPCF was founded by Dr. Robin Kinsley in 2003, together with the Sisulu family and Netcare as founding partners, to provide life-saving surgery to underprivileged children with congenital heart disorders from acrossAfrica.
"After Lynda Bleazard, the CEO of the Foundation, asked us if we would be interested in working with them, the answer was a resounding 'yes' – and writing and recording 'Believe' was the best way we knew how," he continued.
FREE CONCERTS AT STANDARD BANK JOY OF JAZZ The free concerts are a big component of Standard Bank Joy of Jazz and this year’s line-up, scheduled to play in Newtown on August 26 and 27, is likely to impress audiences with a diverse range of jazz stalwarts and newcomers as well as an award-winning trio from Germany. There will be 16 performances at three venues Nikki’s Oasis, Sophiatown and Shikioha – and the entrance is mahala, gratis, nothing! Performing on Friday, August 26 at Nikki’s Oasis from 7.30pm is New Afroteens, D Tonic Momentum and Colours of Africa. Taiwa Jazz Band kicks off the action at Sophiatown at 7pm followed by Minor Band and Medumo Art Ensemble. Shikioha features Live Rhythms at 9.30pm followed by African Giants. The line-up on Saturday, August 27, is as follows: At Nikki’s Oasis at 7.30pm Bow and Arrow followed by Take Note and the Tingvall Trio. New Afroteens at Sophiatown at 7pm is followed by Solace and Up Beat. Juxtaposed Virtue starts at 9.30pm at Shikioha followed by Quiet Storm. The Tingvall Trio will be performing at the Bassline on Friday August 26th as part of the mainstream Standard Bank Joy of Jazz programme. However, the band who was last year awarded the Echo Jazz Award as Germany’s Best Domestic Jazz Ensemble, will be giving a free performance on the Saturday. The trio comprises Martin Tingvall (Sweden) on piano, Omar Rodriguez Calvo (Cuba) on double bass and Jurgen Spiegel (Germany) on drums. All seating is unreserved. For more information on the line-up and venues go to www.standardbankarts.com and www.joyofjazz.co.za
The foundation's patrons include former president Nelson Craig wrote 'Believe' with the concepts of belief, Mandela, and United Nations Global Messenger of Peace, opportunity and possibility in mind. "The WSCPF is HRH Princess HayaAl Hussein of Jordan. giving children the possibility, the real possibility of living a long life," says Craig. "Thanks to the "It's a fact that 1 in 100 babies worldwide is born with dedication of everyone involved in this miracle of a congenital heart defects," says WSPCF CEO Lynda foundation, there will be nothing in the world that Bleazard. "95% of these can be easily corrected. Sadly, only these children can't believe in." 20% of babies and children in SA, and less than 1% on the continent of Africa, have access to any such life-saving An incredible video for the song has also produced, treatment." which stars some of the children who have been given Based in Johannesburg, the Foundation has provided hundreds of life-saving surgeries, performed at the Netcare Sunninghill Hospital in Johannesburg, and the Netcare Christian Barnard Memorial and Red Cross War Memorial Children's Hospitals in Cape Town.
the chance to live a normal life through the WSPCF's work. The video can be viewed on Watershed's Y o u T u b e c h a n n e l a t http://www.youtube.com/user/WatershedSA
The South African music industry 'family', service providers and suppliers involved in the development "There are currently an estimated 2,800 children with and production of the song and video freely gave their cardiac defects on South Africa's public sector waiting list, time, knowledge and expertise to bring this project to and in the rest of Africa that number is conservatively life. estimated at 350,000 children. Without surgery they will die. We rely heavily on the generosity of our corporate "There are so many people we need to thank who sponsors, partners and individuals to make financial helped make this project such a success," says Craig. donations to allow us to continue to fund the life-saving "In particular we need to thank Maxplaysa for cardiac surgery for these children," Lynda says. assisting with the distribution of the CDs, Look & Listen's branches nationwide for stocking it, Next Craig was inspired to kick-start the 'Believe' project during a Music for handling the online distribution, and Yvette visit to the WSPCF's paediatric cardiac unit in Netcare Lee for the conceptualisation, implementation and Sunninghill Hospital in Johannesburg. production of the entire project.”
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"For death, glory and the end of the world”
Thematically stuck into out-of-subject considerations and cynical bottle stories, KRUGER drive faster and After a debut rocking and aggro-belting album louder, crashing the post-hardcore clichés in their way.
“Built for speed”, the Swiss whiskey induced metal hybrid KRUGER, had made themselves known in 2005 with a massive, heavy, second album: Cattle Truck.
KRUGER’s next slab, scheduled for march 2010 on LISTENABLE RECORDS, sounds like the coup de grace of a four-album discography that has seen the Swiss quintet emerge from the post-metal-noisewhatever-you-call-it vortex initially born from bands Mixed by Fredrik Nordstrom in a very Swedish such as Neurosis, Converge, Tool or Unsane.
(think “thick”) kind of way, “Cattle Truck” has been acclaimed by both critics and public through Europe, and allowed KRUGER to share the stage with bands like The Dillinger Escape Plan, Isis, Cult of Luna, Sleeppers, Gojira or Unsane, with whom they hold the comparison very decently and even to play at the mythical Montreux Jazz festival !!! Flash forward to 2007, KRUGER delivers an epic and intense follow-up : “Redemption through looseness”. Gloomy and dark, yet overwhelmingly powerful, this album drowns the band’s acknowledged influences (Breach, Entombed, Tool, Neurosis) into an intense magma of shredding metallurgic charge, drilling vocal turpitudes and desperate, naked heaviness.
On the menu, shellacking mid-paced grooves turn into epic double-kick charges, while bourbon-soaked microphone torture reply to thick riffing wreckage; well, the usual shredding KRUGER stuff – with slightly more direct songs, though (think Breach, not Red Sparowes). KRUGER’s eight upcoming swaggering anthems are raging like a hound barking at your face, waiting to go for your throat. Known to drill a pile of debris where stages once were, KRUGER have so far shared mics spits with the likes of Gojira, Unsane, Isis, The Mirimar Disaster, Cult of Luna, Ultra Vomit, from Europe largest stages (HELLFEST, Dour Festival, Brutal Assault, Montreux Jazz) to the deepest shit-holes of UK, Netherlands, Germany and France. They like it ALL. Once the new album is out, they plan to export their turpitudes live all over Europe again from April 2010 on, until death and/or senility.
Having joined forces with the French label LISTENABLE RECORDS, Sybreed released their second album "ANTARES in October 2007" this new LP was widely praised in the international metal press for it’s catchy tunes and original use of melodies, and gave Sybreed the opportunity to open for PAIN for a couple of shows, and then embark with SAMAEL for a European tour in April 2008, to finally lead them to play at the METAL CAMP Festival in Slovenia. Nevertheless, they soon felt the urge to work on a third album, which would push the limits of their music to an extreme end, and reinvent the Sybreed’s sound into something the band would describe as “Death Wave”.
Formed in 2003 in Geneva, Switzerland by guitar player Drop and singer Benjamin. Sybreed was created to reflect of their mutual tastes for extreme metal and industrial music, with conceptual contents revolving around social misery, everyday alienation and more generally, the decay of modern way of life.
Drop, Ben and Kevin planned regular session during fall 2008, sessions which gave birth, at the end of the year, to twelve tracks of both sonic aggression and ethereal atmospheres, where the organic and the electronic would be finally reconciled in a sole entity.
Later, bass player Burn and drummer Alex joined To achieve the becoming of this cybernetic monster, it was decided that only one artist them, completing the band’s line-up. could handle the difficult task of giving it its During the first year of existence, they begun to work final form, thus Rhys Fulber, known for his on material for their first album SLAVE DESIGN and work with Front Line Assembly, Fear Factory then performed around the US to unleash its and Paradise Lost, became the man in electronic violence on stage, which will help them charge of the mixing of this new album build up a solid base of fans among the American audience. Sybreed is proud to present his new synth pop/industrial/metal bastard spawn called Coming back to Europe, they focused on stage “THE PULSE OF AWAKENING”, which performance for almost two years. Then, in the end should be the perfect tool to ravage your of 2006, their drummer decided to resign, forcing the hears with vicious grooves, furious metallic band to take a few months break. blast, technological shivers and icy melodies. Meanwhile, Drop began to work on what would become the Slave Design's successor, reintroducing Black and Death metal influences in the process, and thus injecting a new dimension of brutality in their music. At the same time, it also developed further the melodic side, increasing the use of clean vocals, with still this electronic touch making Sybreed’s sound easily recognizable among others. For the occasion, they hired Soilwork's drummer Dirk Verbeuren, who kindly accepted to record Sybreed’s new album. Later, Kevin joined the band, bringing back stability in Sybreed’s line-up.
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THE RED SHORE Australia's premiere purveyors of technical death-core, THE RED SHORE are poised to destroy with their exclusive European only release of "Unconsecrated - Lost Verses". This also includes a bonus documentary DVD featuring a professionally filmed full concert filmed in 2008 while on tour with I Killed the Prom Queen.
Architects of Repulsion, which features guest vocals from Brook Reeves of Impending Doom, Brandan Schieppati of Bleeding Through, Hernan Hermida of All Shall Perish, Karl Schubach of Misery Signals and Dan Weyandt of Zao. "Unconsecrated" was finally released on November 8th 2008 in Australia and debuted at #75 in the ARIA chart and at #3 in the AIR chart. A video for the track "Vehemence the Phoenix" was filmed shortly after and has been added as an exclusive bonus to the DVD accompanying this release.
Their first tour after the tragic accident that claimed the life of original vocalist Damien Morris. Also included is the bands "stop gap" release "Lost Verses", 9 from the bands past re recorded tracks that solidify their position as "Lost Verses" was originally Australian pioneers of the technical released on May 9th 2009 in Australia. The album compiled death-core movement. older songs, re-recorded in honor "Unconsecrated" was recorded of their fallen brothers, and also for under tragic circumstances, the the fans that have stood by them. bands original vocalist Damien Morris lost his life when the bands The album achieved the following tour van crashed in Dec 2008 while chart positions in Australia. on tour with All Shall Perish. Crew # 3 - Aria Hitseeker Chart member Andy Milner also died in # 4 - Jagermeister AIR 100% Indie Albums Chart - MOVER OF THE the crash. WEEK!! Damien Morris features on 3 tracks # 11 - Jagermeister AIR Indie Label and Jamie Hope handles vocals for Albums Chart the remainder with the exception of #85 - ARIATop 100 Physical Albums # 91- ARIATop 100 Albums
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2004 brought on the milestone of creating an album of her own. Having gathered some ideas and material, Lindsay started working with Mark Beiling from Mean Mr Mustard to polish it into a collection of songs. With some additional production talent from other industry greats, the album came to fruition.
here.” Helping Holly flesh out her music on ‘TwentyFourSeven’ are producers MarcianoRebelo Monjane and Mojolefa M’Jakes Thebe. Mozambican-born Monjane has long been a Holly ally and, alongside co-writing with her, he produced the songs - Siyabonga Madiba, As One, Senza Famba, My Friend, Africa and Happy Song – that first appeared on the 2010 EP Strawberry Skies and are now included on TwentyFourSeven.
"The Innocence of..." is a collection of well crafted songs, some funky, some angry, and some intensly personal, but all highlighting Lindsay's amazing vocal talent. “One of the true joys of my life and career has been trying new things. I was able to explore my abilities and to experiment a lot. This album really is true to Renowned South African producer Thebe me.” contributes production and co-writing on Her single, “Save Me” reached the number one spot the set of new songs that make their first on 5FM's High Five at Five and Pretoria University's appearance on Holly’s full-length debut – Tuks FM. “Butterfly” reached number one on among them Could Highveldt's Homebrew Charts, and “Alone Again” got to number 11. “Doing well on radio is great, Be Love, Goodbye, Lies, Just Another Boy, exciting, exhilarating …” she says. “It shows my and Party Going On. hard work has paid off, and I'm going in the right direction. It's nice to know people are responding to “Working with two different producers has been a great learning experience for me,” my work.” says Holly. “To see how each one approaches my songs or adds to them has Who is Lindsay McGuire? One extremely personal song, is “June July”, written been a really interesting journey and I’ve as a tribute to her father, who was shot dead in a learnt a lot from both Mjakes and Lindsay McGuire is a South African born female rock hijacking in 2000. “I called it June July because Marciano.” vocalist with a captivating stage presence and a powerful Father's Day is in June, my dad's birthday was in voice full of goose-bump-raising passion and beauty. June and he died in July. A standout feature of Holly’s work is her “The magic of a powerful song lies not in its individual components of passionate lyrics, beautiful music or expert production, but in the creative merging of each within the other, to reach in and cradle the heart of the audience.” This is the essence of Lindsay and her music. While still at school, Lindsay took voice-training lessons, and began plotting her course through the music world with aggressive determination. “I've always known I wanted to sing, but it doesn't just happen. You've got to work at your success” Her stage debut was in 1999 as part of a two-piece cover band - CRYSTAL DECEMBER.Continuing her skill-quest Lindsay started working for fellow band member Tyrone Clark as studio manager at T.C. Music, eventually becoming involved in jingle production at the studios. Next on the agenda came part-time studies in sound engineering. "I really think it's important to know your tools and abilities when setting out to achieve something worthwhile” says Lindsay In 2002, Lindsay moved on to the band AVALANCHE, performing at casinos, corporate functions, product launches and special events, traveling throughout South Africa and neighboring countries. A highlight was performing at 94.7 Highveld Stereo's Jo'burg day. "It's such a great feeling to be on stage and to see people enjoy what you're doing. It makes what I do worthwhile!” As a natural progression of her talent, Lindsay started to experiment with songwriting “...writing my own songs channeled my thinking into a whole new dimension” she says “it's not just about the singing, it's the lyrics, music and production that make the song a whole.”
With some songs in hand she approached Eric McCallaghan, the well known dance-chart topping producer. Lindsay's song “does she love you?” started a series of collaborations with Eric, leading to appearances on Erics electro-trance album in the amazing track “I don't want to see you cry”, and on Derek the Bandit's “World of
expansive approach to bringing her songs The June-July time of year is still very painful for me. to life through collaborations with vocalists I often get depressed and behave out of character. and performers. But I also feel more creative, and composing and writing June July was part of my healing process,” I n t h i s s p i r i t , t h e m a t e r i a l o n she says. TwentyFourSeven showcases the gifts of several performers including rapper and The lyrics are heartfelt and the emotion and sorrow beatboxer, Drumkit (Siyabonga Madiba, As carried across by that amazing voice sends shivers One, My Friend), Duane Sim, (Goodbye) up your spine. and Capsolys, a Johannesburg-based artist who originates from the Democratic Through all her experiences, Lindsay has Republic of Congo and who is the face of discovered a soulful depth in her thinking, Trace TV for Africa. “There's nothing more rewarding in life than to create beauty… and then to share it” Capsolys’s vocal feature comes on “Party Going On”, an exuberant track that’s fast http://www.lindsaymcguire.co.za turning out to be a favourite of those who’ve heard the album and is likely to be another The album’s first single, strong radio hit. “Just Another Boy”, for instance, is already Also helping out on TwentyFourSeven are gaining airplay in Holly’s a number of great musicians including hometown of Durban guitarists Daine Francis, Aristides with its pop-fuelled take Manique, Donovan Banks, Brent Quinton, on teenage boys (“you and Milton Chissano; bass guitarists think you’re so hot/take Wonder Jazz Hlubi and Philani Ngidi; yourself on a date”). drummers Paki Peloeole and Simon Beech; keyboardist Mark Royeppen and pianist Peter Enslin. T h e s o n g ’ s h u g e l y After making a splash in catchy, spot-on smart 2010 with an EP and a The album’s two producers also contribute slate of high-profile live lyrics offer instant insight to the playing with Thebe undertaking drum into the elements that set performances, Holly now programming and keyboards on several Holly apart: an ability to releases her first fulltunes and Monjane handling percussion on record songs that are length debut album – and a number of tracks. b a s e d a r o u n d h e r its overflowing with radioexperience as a 15-yearfriendly tunes that are But, in the end, the album is very much bound to significantly old living in South Africa Holly’s – effectively capturing the sound yet are delivered in an increase her fan base. i n s ta n tl y a c c e s s i b l e she’s been working hard to create since she first began writing songs on her guitar Titled TwentyFourSeven, fashion that win over fans several years ago. the KZN Music House- every time.
released record is a revelation of Afro-rooted “I like to observe the pop music - created by an things that go on around artist who sounds nothing me,” Holly says of her Dance 2” like the current crop of songwriting. “My lyrics m a n u f a c t u r e d y o u n g are very much about Lindsay also featured on the album “Black by Nature” – “The “popstars” on the local being a teenager, in Return” on the track called “Butterfly”, produced by Tyrone and global music scene. Africa and the stuff that Clark. we encounter by living
For the eclectically stylish, musically gifted, super-sussed South African, the release of ‘TwentyFourSeven’ is also the authentic sound of Holly. “It’s about the music I love, the stuff that I’m interested in, the way I am, twenty four seven,” is how Holly puts it.
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The original 2700 hectare farm was purchased in 1947 by Ulrich Koch and his partners (Theo and Walter Lauterbach). At the time, many farmers were leaving the area due to large numbers of cattle dying from Nagane – a disease spread by the Tsetse fly. Ulrich and his partners persevered and remained in the area successfully farming with cattle - they can truly be considered part of the pioneering spirit, which helped develop the Hluhluwe area. The partnership changed over the years and by 1960 Ulrich subdivided his portion of the farm, and that is now known as Somerset Farm.
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Ulrich then met and married Gezina van Zuydam and together they undertook various enterprises on the farm over the years, namely pineapple/cattle and game farming. They had 4 children: Erwin, Bernhard, Mercia Off the farm activities also include Scuba Diving/Snorkeling, Cultural and Thea. Village Tours, Whale Watching, a Wellness Centre/Spa for the ladies, Bernhard farmed with his father on the farm until Ulrich's Romantic Lake Cruises (Day & Sunset), Game Drives in Hluhluwe Park, death in 1994. Gezina (now 81) still lives on the farm with Turtle Tours, Crocodile and Snake Park, Tiger Fishing, Elephant her son, Bernhard and his wife Odette. Gezina decided Interaction, Deep Sea Fishing, Cheetah Project, Horse Riding, Golf to place the farm under a family trust after Ulrich's death (kindly note that some of the activities are seasonal) and together, the family began to plan to build a lodge on Animals you can find on the farm Nyala (well known in our area), Impala, the farm. Warthog, Red & Grey Duiker, Hyena, Crocodiles (in our dams), Hippo They chose the location of the old shed that Erwin had (roam freely) and Leopard. built as the site for the lodge. Gezina's brother, Paul van Zuydam, offered to sponsor the building project and Facilities include A comfortable lounge area with spectacular views, a Bernhard, along with several laborers, began the Reading Lounge, Bar Area, Dining Room, Pool Table, Boma, Braai area, Rim Flow swimming pool, ample parking. The Dining Room can seat up to construction process. 48 guests and offers a choice between Buffet andAla Carte menu's. As Bernhard was born and raised on the farm, he has a great passion for continuing and expanding his family's legacy. Aloe View Rock Lodge was constructed by Bernhard and he incorporated the beautiful stone found on the farm throughout the building design.
Aloe View Rock Lodge is a beautiful, tranquil lodge set amongst breathtaking scenery. The lodge is surrounded by Aloe Marlothii (better known to most people as the Berg Alwyn), which is a striking aloe found mainly in mountainous areasknown for its medicinal properties. This 1000 hectare game farm has a unique presence in the area as it shares its' boundaries with two rivers, The lodge is situated on a 1000 hectare game farm just namely, the Mzinene River (East) and the Mhlosinga outside of Hluhluwe. Two rivers form part of its' boundary, River (North). the Mzinene River to the East and the Mhlosinga River to The farm is in a mountainous area and forms part of the beginning of the Lebombo Mountain Range. It holds the North. many memories within these boundaries, and now offers The farm has a wonderful history and is known for its guests the opportunity to create their own there too. beautiful rock cliffs where baboons are regularly seen. Aloe View Rock Lodge have 5 spacious en-suite Other wildlife one can encounter are Nyala, Impala, bedrooms at the lodge. Each room is tastefully Warthog, Red and Grey Duiker, Leopard, Hyena, decorated to a colour scheme: Grey, Red, Green, Orange and Brown. All the rooms have hairdryers, Crocodile and Hippo. wardrobes, information booklets, tea/coffee making Aloe View Rock Lodge has been built with the rock found facilities and air conditioning, ideal for family getaways on the farm, each spacious bedroom is en-suite and the or small corporate conferences. lodge can accommodate up to 10 guests. Aloe View Rock Lodge is ideally situated in the centre of The lodge is small and intimate and offers visitors and Zululand's major tourist attractions. guests a wonderful backdrop to explore Zululand and the Elephant Coast. Aloe View Rock Lodge is located on Activities on the farm for the include Bird Watching, Somerset farm, close to Hluhluwe. The farm has a great Morning/Afternoon Walks, Sundowners at The Krans, Fishing at the dams on the farm. history in the area‌
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The MyLife foundation has worked tirelessly to ensure that the marginalized and addicted children and youth of South Africa get off the streets and are rehabilitated back into society but they have now reached the point where they are overwhelmed by the enormity of the task and have decided to take a different approach. This is where the Ubuntu Villages (meaning 'a call for participation') comes into play. MyLife plans to incorporate the UBUNTU approach into their strategy, which uses a positive and uplifting environment for much of the ARD MATTHEWS & FRIENDS transformation work since the home BENEFIT CONCERT with the environment is often a challenge in Zebra & Giraffe and Van Coke The band is about to release their 4th MYLIFE FOUNDATION TO ROCK itself. Kartel ‘Haal Asem Kwagga’ Tour - single to radio called 'Undo These Lies' CAPE TOWN on 25TH August 2011 with a video due to be out in August 30 July - 27 August 2011 What makes the Ubuntu Village so On the 25th August 2011 the annual Ard special is that it gives the regenerated Van Coke Kartel, winner of the MK “Best Live Van Coke Kartel Matthews & Friends Benefit Concert youth the opportunity to go back to Act'' 2010 and ''Best Afrikaans Rock Album'' with the MYLIFE Foundation will take their home communities and effect SAMA 2010, joins forces with the SA radio Van Coke Kartel kicked 2011 off with place at the Upper EastSide Hotel, change among the children and chart topper and winner of “Best English Rock supporting international acts Alkaline Trio Album” SAMA 2009, Zebra & Giraffe, to bring and Funeral for A Friend as part of the Woodstock. you a dynamic combination of English and Ramfest 2011 Festival. Their explosive youth, essentially paying it forward. Afrikaans Rock that promises to be one of the live performances during this tour earned This amazing concert will be headlined However, projects like these take best live experiences in SA Music. them recognition as one of the hottest by Ard Matthews who will be joined by resources and dedication, which is acts in SA today fellow artists Z o l a n i f r o m why Ard Matthews and the artists Van Coke Kartel are known for their balls to wall rock shows and Zebra & Giraffe for their Freshlyground, D7, Louise Day, Laudo who will stand with him will be eclectic sound. Both are known for their great In May and June 2011 the band visited London and Amsterdam to play various Liebenberg, lead singer from aKing and entertaining the masses in an effort to live shows. successful shows with the highlight of Dino Moran as DJ, who will all be make the Ubuntu Villages a success. performing with Springbok Nude Girls at These two extremes in the local music contributing their time and talent to this the premium London venue Shepard's industry are gearing up to bring a show to your worthy cause. Special thanks must also go to Upper home town that can not be missed. Haal asem Bush Empire. The band will be returning EastSide for providing the amazing and get ready to party the stripes off your to Amsterdam in 2012. T h e M y L i f e F o u n d a t i o n i s a n venue, Wings Group will be setting up socks! organization that is close to Ard a Candy Shop and will be selling all Van Coke Kartel will be visiting Taiwan in Matthew's heart and one that strives to their delicious products for R5 only, of Zebra & Giraffe July 2011 to play three shows in Taipei. make a difference in the lives of the which all the proceeds will go to After the successful release of their second The highlight will be playing at the children and youth of South Africa. This MyLife. album 'The Inside' in September 2010, Zebra year all concert ticket sales and money For more information on MyLife & Giraffe began 2011 in fine style with the Hohaiyan Rock Festival with an estimated attendance of 500 000 music raised through the auction will go to the and their amazing work please visit release of the 2nd single 'Terrified'. lovers. Ubuntu Village Project. http://www.mylife.org.za/ The song reached the Top 20 on the 5FM Top 40 and #1 on various campus stations. The On their return to SA, Van Coke Kartel will band also scooped another SA first by filming start pre production for the new album a video for the song entirely on the iPhone4. with Theo Crous at Bellville Studios. The The video also reached #1 on the MK Top 10. album will be released in November 2011. In May 2010, Zebra & Giraffe were nominated at the SAMA awards for Best Rock Album – nd their 2 consecutive nomination in this category – they also performed their latest single 'End of the Road' live at the awards show.
The bands first single ''Vir Almal'' will be released (free download) at the beginning of September 2011. A accompanying music video featuring the complete new band will be released at Earlier in May, they were also invited to the same time. perform at the exclusive Musexpo showcase in Hollywood, Los Angeles alongside bands Van Coke Kartel and Zebra and Giraffe would like to thank: MK, Monster from across Europe, the UK and America. Energy, Jagermeister, Ray-Ban and rd Music Connection. May also saw the release of their 3 single 'End of the Road' which features a video shot Updates on Haal Asem Kwagga Tour on: by acclaimed directing cinematographer Rob www.zebraandgiraffe.co.za Malpage – the video subsequently spent 3 www.vancokekartel.co.za weeks at the top of the MK charts.
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definitely wouldn't start going crazy go about it.
Which of the tracks are your personal favorites from “Running To Midnight” (RTM) and which are some that tracks are in the running for the next single? ANDREW: I love every single track on “Running To Midnight” obviously! But there are definitely those tracks that stand out for me. My personal favorites are 'Head to the Sky', 'Staring at the World Outside' and 'City Lights'. I also love the intro and outro.... I love the whole album! BRIAN: I really love all the tracks on RTM, but if I had to name a couple I would say 'City Lights' and 'Staring at the World Outside' - both those tracks I myself can honestly say that you are young took quite a bit of time and fine tuning, a lot of last Who are some of the artists that you look up to and men with their heads screwed on well from minute changes etc. and they came out so nicely. respect, musically and/or personally? seeing how you carry yourselves with There's a lot, local and abroad. Kanye West ANDREW: After 'Stars above You', we're looking at 'Head To confidence as well as humility – would you The Sky', 'Kingdom Come' or even possibly 'Staring is a huge inspiration for me, he really speak his mind and makes epic music! From South Africa, I'd have to consider yourselves “alpha men” in a sense? At The World Outside', but we'll see. say Die Antwoord, whenever you see them do their ANDREW: Well I appreciate that first off, thank you! That's a tough one to answer, because it can Which new elements did you bring into this thing; they've got a 'wow' factor or presence that not come across sounding quite arrogant, but both many other people have! album? my brother and I have worked hard to get to the ANDREW: We brought in quite a few new elements! BRIAN: I have respect and admiration for a lot of point we are now. We sacrificed a lot and did a lot artists, too many to name; but the one that pops For the first time in a long time, Brian and I are writing of things that our peers weren't doing. I wouldn't and singing our own verses. The chorus is still a immediately into my head would be Kanye West. I say it's an 'alpha' thing; it's really just about those really enjoy his music and even though he does some collaborative effort, but you really get to hear our who talk and those who take action. personalities shine through on thus one! We also very outrageous things at times, I like that he expresses BRIAN: I've never really thought about it like that, himself freely experimented a lot with our vocal range; we really but I suppose yes. I like to think of myself in a went hard with that! Lots of harmonies, we changed positive sense, so yeah, I like that! Haha! the beats up a lot, the lyrics really flow with the beat As young men with hundreds of thousands of fans, in context, and I think it's really important to pay how do you keep level headed? ANDREW: For us, the fame thing has never really Even though the young men reek of attention to that! immeasurable talent, they are truly humble and BRIAN: New vocal style, we used some vocal fazed us; we really get overwhelmed a lot of the time. We don't watch a lot of TV and don't listen to all that down to earth individuals. Their suave allure, effects to vary it up a little bit, so some songs are much radio, so we're not heavily in tune with the 'word ingenious music production skills and great heavily affected to add a bit of edge to the sound. We round town' when it comes to us, we just do our thing teamwork is like no other - many Villens will agree also have an intro and outro to this album, which regardless! Our dad and whole family have been with me when I say that these men have become we've never done before - all in all it's an entirely new instrumental in keeping us balanced, also always what I consider the greatest musical duo South album that I'm really proud of. Africa has ever come across. They attribute their having someone to talk to and vent with is fantastic! success to persistent hard work and aligning Winning the awards at the 17th Annual South themselves with wonderful people, both in their African Music Awards (SAMAs) is a huge We're here to make the music we love, and get other personal lives as well as people in the industry. compliment from people in the industry as well people to feel the happiness that we feel when we hear as the verification from your fans. Can you tell us it, and that's pretty much it! Tell us more about the incredible team that a bit more about how you feel the actual event BRIAN: Having a brother who is the same age and experiencing the same thing helps a lot, we can always has helped Locnville on their journey. could have been handled better? ANDREW: That's one of the most key points to ANDREW: Winning the SAMA's was amazing! We talk about what's going on and organize our thoughts. Having a really good team of people around us is also success- Your team! You need to have a strong really had no idea that Best Selling Album was a key, and then taking the occasional break - it's really not team around you, people that honestly share the category; we properly thought it was a joke at first! same vision and drive as you. We consider that hard to remain level headed. When it comes to the whole production of the ourselves hugely blessed to have the people SAMA's and people saying it was the worst one yet surrounding us that we do, but I truly believe that and all that, I can't really comment! We, personally, you attract people into your life, so the more had no problems with accommodation although we driven and positive you are, I believe you'll attract happen to have a very good relationship with the the same. SunSquare management. This years SAMA's were BRIAN: Our entire team consists of truly fantastic the first we'd ever been to, so I can't compare. I people. Everyone who works with us is amazing thought the stage production and all that was great! and I really couldn't ask for better people - apart We personally didn't have any problems like that. from the fact that we do business together, we have all become good friends from the process BRIAN: Yeah it was really fantastic receiving those and I consider a true gift. awards - to have our music recognized and appreciated by the industry and society is a great Random question – but what are your feeling. In terms of how the event was handled, it opinions on the whole “2012 the world is was the first SAMA event I have been to so I have going to end”? nothing to judge it on, but I thought the event ran ANDREW: Well look, I'm very big into the whole fairly smoothly andeveryone had a good time. The conspiracy thing, but I've got my own thoughts. I only real complaint that I heard was about artists don't necessarily believe that there'll be death hotel rooms not being booked, which is quite a and destruction, but I do think a new era is serious issue and should definitely be taken of care coming, so possibly just the end of the world as of by the SAMA's - otherwise I think it was a good we know it. event. BRIAN: I think it's not something to ignore - but I
What would you do if you had just a day to live? ANDREW: That's not something you can really predict, although I suppose I would do exactly what I felt like doing at that particular moment in time! BRIAN: Wow - I'm not sure. Probably surround myself with all the beautiful women I can find, go bungee jumping and try and fit as many crazy things into a day as I could. What are some of your favorite and odd tips you can share with readers to keep warm this winter? ANDREW: Fire! Make a fire, and put a bunch of cushions on the floor and lax out! It's beautiful, take it chilled; it's natural to hibernate a bit! With Chicken soup and beautiful things, you can make winter really fun! BRIAN: Scarves are always great as well as turtle necks; if the neck is warm then you are warm. Also, stay inside, make a fire and enjoy the view outside. I heard these rumors flying around that you are descendants of the infamous Charlie Chaplin – is that remotely possible? ANDREW: It is indeed. It's a relationship we're really proud of, but not something we like to use as a media ploy or something. But yes, our great grandfather and Charlie Chaplin's father were brothers. BRIAN: It's a relationship I really like having, but not something I shout from the roof tops. Charlie Chaplin was an incredible guy and did some really amazing stuff, so I'm glad to be a part in the bloodline. Any full national or international tours planned soon? ANDREW: I'm not going to confirm anything yet, as nothing's set in stone at present! However, we're very keen to do a full tour nationally and abroad reaching the end of this year / early next year! BRIAN: Absolutely, we are going to be doing quite a few shows after the release of “Running To Midnight”, the best place to keep posted on dates and times would be Facebook and Twitter just search Locnville. The two halves of Locnville are surely on the path to becoming South Africa's biggest artists. For those of you who have given their debut album a listen, you will pick up on the tweaks they have made in their second album. “Running to Midnight” is a showcase of Locnville's gain of experience in the music industry. With an extra kick to their trademark new age/electronic meets hip hop beats, the second offering from Andrew and Brian is a true portrayal to their growth as not only individuals but groundbreaking performers – this album is a sure winner. Interview done by Abdulkadir A. Ahmed Entertainment and Lifestyle Writer PHOTOS COURTESY OF JUST MUSIC MANAGEMENT
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Goldfish & Freshlyground team up to “DO IT AGAIN” for the Bokke, while Goldfish join the “Million Hits” club. Today marks the official release of the GOLDFISH vs FRESHLYGROUND ‘Let’s Do It Again’ CD single. Perhaps now more than ever, South Africans need to unite behind their embattled Springboks, as the home leg of the Tri-Nations and Rugby World Cup loom large.
US tour, and are gearing up for an extensive SA tour later this year. What better way than to with this powerful track created by two of South Africa’s premier musical To watch a short EPK of how the song came about: forces. www.youtube.com/watch?v=rsMsKbT1DM The track celebrates the Bokke’s quest to make history by defending the Webb Ellis trophy, at the World For all further information about these Cup starting in New Zealand next acts, visit www.goldfishlive.com and www.freshlyground.com month. The four track CD Single also features remixes of Goldfish’s hit ‘We Come Together’ (see below) and Freshlyground’s ‘Big Man’, along with a club remix of ‘Let’s Do It Again’ by UK Dance music legend Danny Dove.
* Speaking of making history, in further Goldfish news, their ‘We Come Together’ music video has now exceeded one million views on YouTube! The groundbreaking clip was created over a three month period by local animator Mike Scott, who also created the ‘Soundtracks & Comebacks’, ‘Fort Knox’ and ‘Get Busy Living’ videos for Goldfish.
Between them these internationally acclaimed acts have notched up multi Platinum sales, and numerous awards, including both winning S A M A a w a r d s t h i s y e a r. Freshlyground won for their 2010 Between them these three videos album ‘Radio Africa’, and Goldfish for now have garnered a total of just over 1.5 million YouTube views. theirs ‘Get Busy Living’.
Goldfish are currently based in Ibiza Mike is also one half of up & coming for their annual Summer residency on local Electronica/pop duo The Kiffness: www.thekiffness.com the islands, whilst touring all over Europe and most recently in Brazil. To watch the ‘We Come Together’ music video: Freshlyground have just returned www.youtube.com/watch?v=7from their hugely successful debut tNUur2Yo drum booth and live area that can accommodate large groups. It also focuses on final mixing, voiceovers,radio spots, programming, production as well as mastering and DVD authoring & editing. Staffed by a team of highly experienced & award-winning producers, programmers and engineers, CSR studios with its JOBURG’S HOTTEST NEW RECORDING wealth of experience will assist in STUDIOS ARE SWITCHED ON & MAKING giving your brand the highest quality WAVES! deliverables. Since its introduction in 1988, CSR Studios boasted the recording of top local and international artists. Now in 2011, they have re-opened with the latest recording technology available to provide a one-stop production solution.
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Beverly Jayne releases debut single “Walk Away” Beverly Jayne was born in East London, South Africa to a family in love with music. From rocker dad, to concert pianist turned music teacher, Gran. She is renowned as a phenomenal performer with a distinctive unique vocal style. Her songwriting is powerful, her stage presence unforgettable. Hailed as one of the great female rock singers in South Africa, Beverley Jayne has made her mark fronting SA band Concussion Girl (most noted for the saucy single “Tie Me Up” featured on worldwide release horror movie. Having released two albums with Concussion Girl, Beverly Jayne is finally recording her much anticipated debut solo album. The album somehow straddles the line between keeping fresh and feeling strangely reminiscent of the songs that changed the role of women SUGABABES SIGN TO SONY RCA in rock in the early 90’s. The lyrics are raw, honest and instantly reliable.SAMA winning producer Paul McIvers’ In a progressive joint-venture deal concluded this week, years of experience of producing an impressive variety Sugababes are announcing their new label of choice as of music styles are evident in this track and on the forthcoming album. Sony RCA.
www.beverlyjayne.com Upon leaving their former label home of 9 years, Crown MD, Mark Hargreaves commented, “With Island Records, we enjoyed an extremely long and successful relationship, establishing Sugababes as a band whose name has for the past decade become a bi-word throughout Europe for hit records. Our decision to strike a deal with Sony came because it was important for us to treat this as a new chapter in the band’s lifespan and to factor in all of the key elements that are essential to make any signing the right one; a passion for the music, enthusiasm for the talent, and a belief in the team to deliver. In Sony we found all of these qualities.”
The Plastics launch their Music Video ‘For CAROLINE’
The decision to work again with Nick Gatfield, Sony Music’s newly appointed President of Music was a natural fit, as it was he who signed the band’s former deal while at Island back in 2001. Gatfield commented, “When we learned of the chance to sign Sugababes, we saw a great opportunity to work with Crown and continue to build on the band’s legacy of successful hit-making. I believe we have an exciting future together operating through a new joint-venture model which incorporates the excellent creative skills of Mark Hargreaves and Sarah Stennett at Crown combined with the marketing and promotional assets that Charlie Lycett and the RCAteam have to offer.”
Jacaranda 94.2 Deuriemikke Karnaval featuring Westlife
Shot in April and directed by Thomas Ferreira from 187 (who has made music videos for the likes of Jack Parow, The Dirty Skirts and Die This year, the 94.2 Jacaranda FM Deuriemikke Karnaval will Heuwels Fantasties), CAROLINE is their second music video offering take place on Saturday, 17th September from 12:00pm - from their debut album, Shark, after the release of Caves in December 11:00pm at the Centurion SuperSpor Park.. 2010.
Irish Pop sensation, Westlife, headlines the annual music extravaganza. Pop fans can expect to keep dancing throughout performances by Steve Hofmeyr, Jakkie Louw, Sugababes’ debut single FREEDOM is scheduled for Lianie May and Francois van Rensburg as well as a special release on 25th September. appearance by the 2011 Idols Top 4, while Rock lovers can look forward to Karen Zoid, Watershed and 2010 Idols For more information contact Roxanne Maritz winner Elvis Blue. New-comers The Green Apple Project round off the local flavour. from Sony Music ZA
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‘CAROLINE’ is about meeting someone that makes nothing going on around you matter. It's all about being in that moment. On Friday the 12th of August, THE PLASTICS launched their music video for CAROLINE together with Taxi Violence, who will be launching their video for Long Way From Home, at the New Zula Bar in Long Street, Cape Town. Tickets are R40 the door and doors open at 21h00. Supporting them on the night, will be LA.VI.
CAROLINE has always been one of our favourite Plastics songs. We wrote it while we were still a 3 piece, before Arjuna joined the band, but it only felt right to release it on Shark.
The softer songs are always a bit more difficult to put together than the party ones because they rely more on the dynamics and the touch of the band carrying them. So CAROLINE was definitely a major step forward for us. Our previous videos have always been for the more upbeat songs, so we wanted to release something different for a Please bring along blankets to enjoy the show in comfort as change.” all seating is unreserved anywhere on the field, The video was filmed at band member Karl Rohloff’s house in embankment or pavilion. Vredehoek, also known as ‘Ground Zero’. “It felt surreal to have my house lit up like a movie set! We've been wanting to shoot a video there This year picnic baskets as well as chairs will ONLY be for ages and it came together remarkably quickly, thanks to the help of allowed on the grass embankment area around the field. the crew and our friends!” says Karl. Chairs will also be available for rent, but there is a NO CHAIRS AREA directly in front of the stage to afford CAROLINE as a song is a completely different offering than everyone the opportunity to experience the artistes. Caves. Whereas Caves is more of a party song, CAROLINE called out for a more sombre, introspective video. Please note that the following may NOT be brought into the venue: Glass; tin cans or metal cutlery (please use plastic The Plastics have always thought of the CAROLINE as something you instead); sharp objects; liquor from outside; umbrellas; can put on in the background and make out to. It's a romantic song; and the video captures that atmosphere extremely well. gazebos and gas braais.
The gates open at 12:00 and the festivities kick off at 13:00. Pre-sale tickets are R250 at www.ticketbreak.co.za
Everyone can identify with the romance theme surrounding the video. As always with The Plastics, there are a few quirky moments whilst the video manages to demonstrate the signature The Plastics flavour.
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The upcoming Moshito Conference - which forms the central focus of Africa’s only annual music market - features a massive 52 topics and over 100 speakers and participants drawn from across the country, as well as several African countries, the USA, Spain, Canada, and Colombia. The keynote address at this year’s conference will be given by Jimmy Griffin who has been described as “One of the sharpest minds in digital music” by CNN Money. Griffin will address the conference at 10am on its opening day on August 31st following its official opening by Sibusiso Xaba, Director General at the DAC. Griffin’s topic is titled: ”Marshall McLuhan was right: The Medium is the Message’, and it focuses on the professor of media studies’ legacy of accurate predictions and warnings about the future media and what can be learnt from them. Griffin is Managing Director of OneHouse LLC, which is dedicated to the future of music and entertainment delivery, and works as a consultant to absorb uncertainty about the digital delivery of art. Griffin is also working on accelerating the pace of scholarly research, especially through collaborative tools, sharing and open access to knowledge working with Mendeley, a UK company that is changing the world of research. The keynote address sets the scene for three-days of intense discussion, debating and presentations aimed at stimulating the SouthAfrican music industry and
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empowering participants in it to operate at (Day two – September 1st) where both Cape capacity, both domestically and abroad. Town and Durban will be under examination, Moshito 2011 is set to give delegates a broad With digital music such an increasingly view of the music industry landscape. important part of the global, and South African, broader music industry, it’s no Indeed, this bigger perspective is also served by surprise to find several sessions devoted to several outward-looking topics, including ‘A look the topic. These include ‘Understanding The at Colombia's Cultural Policy and the importance Digital Ecosystem’ at 14h00 on Day One of of African Descent in Colombia’ on September Moshito, featuring a panel of experts including 1st. Marc Herson (partner at Hasso Plattner Ventures Africa), Antos Stella (Content Providing practical insight into taking a music Connect), Xolani Zulu (SAMRO) and Steven career overseas is the subject of a session on Ambrose (WWWStrategy). September 2nd titled ‘Touring North America touring the US and Canada’, that is presented by Also not-to-be-missed is a session titled ‘The Daniel Brooks, founder of the Canada-based Future of Digital Music in Africa’ (August 31st The International Tour and Tech Academy. at 15h15) with Nomadic Wax-founder, Ben Herson, Praekelt Consulting, CEO Gustav Delegates wanting to plug directly into current Praekelt, MD of World Wide Worx, Arthur trends in the global music industry have plenty to Goldstuck, and ODA Africa Independent choose from at Moshito 2011 – among them a Online Distribution Alliance’s Karen session titled ‘Global Copyright trends - The Liebenberg. future relevance of collective administration’ on September 1st at 16h00. Those looking for inspiration will want to catch a session titled ‘South Africans Who Changed The discussion will be lead by a panel of experts The World of Music” where music industry including Clive van der Mescht of the Digital veteran Ivor Haarburger will be joined by Asset Management Network, SAMRO CEO, Sheldon Leal, Director of Music at Nick Motsatse and Rob Hooijer, Director of Southdowns College to talk about individuals AfricanAffairs for CISAC. who have made an impact on the global music industry over the decades. Established in 2004, Moshito Music Conference and Exhibition takes place from August 31st to Although located in Joburg, several regions of September 2nd at the Sci Bono Discovery the country will be under the spotlight at Centre in Newtown, Johannesburg. Moshito 2011. For a full programme of events go to From a paper titled ‘Local is Lekker? The www.moshito.co.za perceptions of South African music among Durban Adolescents’ being presented on Day Moshito 2011 is supported by Gauteng One to ‘A Critical Look at the effectiveness Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and and success of the Music Commission Model’ Recreation; France Volontaires Echanges et
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Exciting things are happening in Buy every 5 minutes and an hour the world of the BLOEDSUIERS. before the bid closed, I was glued to the screen to make sure I was the In June, the producers opened the buyer of the fangs. I am very grateful Crowd Funding again, as well as held to be the owner of Francois van an auction via bidorbuy.co.za of the Coke's fangs.” vampire fangs Francois van Coke’s character wears in the teasers. With A lot of momentum has built up over the tremendous response they the last couple of weeks as we received, they decided to keep the approach our official start date for the Crowd Funding open for the duration production of BLOEDSUIERS. of July. The team is in a unique position in that “It was a great response I found. Even no other film (to our knowledge) has bidorbuy came on board with some ever had such a following/hype before additional marketing for the auction filming has even begun, so they hope itself That last week was definitely a to draw on that over the next couple great week, there was big hype about months and deliver the best possible everything – unfortunately we came product to audiences across SA. about R20,000 short of the target which is why we are keeping the Support has been coming in from all funding open through July. over - from suppliers such as Upper East Side Hotel, Kennings Car, Van We will still go ahead as planned, but and Truck Hire, The Contact Lens it would be great to add the extra Laboratory of South Africa and Velvet value onto the film (not that we are in Sky (SA’s new low cost airline) to any way compromising by going name a few. ahead).” - Benjamin Cowley, Producer. Something which they are still actively pursuing is product placement and a The vampire fangs that were on number of brands have come on auction, sold for R2 100 to a buyer in board thus far. Durban, Hendrik van den Berg: “I feel overwhelmed and I feel honoured. To join the revolution NOW and take Francois is my favourite artist, my idol part in the Crowd Funding, please go towww.bloedsuiersmovie.com and my inspiration. I am one of his If you are interested in product greatest fans and wanted to prove placement - please feel free to send that by buying his fangs. It means a lot an email to: to me to have a piece of Francois. It pp@bloedsuiersmovie.com meant so much that I checked Bid or
The Binc BALL ft. Louise Gous on Friday 9th Sept BINC Events has gone from strength to strength in the last year and is very proud to announce the launch of the new Binc Events website - your total portal to all things events and entertainment. Binc Events will be celebrating this great achievement by giving our loyal fans and supporters the biggest and by FAR the most luxurious party Binc has ever put together.
Supported by 57 BINC BABES & HUNKS, 13 TOP S.A DJ's incl. Flexual Records, BINC FIRE SQUAD, BODY EXTREME, BINCROBATS DJ's - Roger Goode (5FM), Mark Stent (Flexual Records), Erica Elle (5FM), Household Funk (Defected), Kyle Watson (Pacha Digital), Lyle Masters (All about), Martin F (Flexual), Roger D' Lux (Overtone), Dr.Drew (Binc), Essential Groove (Ultrafest), Kyle Cassim (Flexual), DJ Milkshake (5FM), Ryno Wreckit (Flexual), Evan Staley (Flexual), DJ SeebZ (ESP)
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MASTERCHEF WINNER ADAM LIAW COMING TO Since walking away with the MasterChef title he has travelled on more than 120 flights, spent over 150 nights in hotels and SOUTH AFRICA covered more than 200 000 kilometres.
It's the cookery show that has kept thousands of South African viewers gripped to their television sets for the past four months and on 25th August Adam Liaw was named winner of the hugely popular Australian Masterchef, screened on M-Net.
“They say that moving house, changing jobs and getting married are the three most stressful things you can do in life. In the past year I've done two of those things (giving up law and moving from Japan to Australia), but for me it's been far more wonderful than stressful. I'm truly thankful to all of you for making this possible.”
Adam will be showing what makes him such an exciting cook when he arrives in South Africa next month to take part in the He is thrilled about coming to South Africa to meet his fans and Good Food & Wine Show, which runs in Johannesburg from share his food philoshopy. He will be joining his fellow September 22 to 25. Masterchef contestant Alvin Quah who will also be appearing at the Good Food & Wine Show along with TV superchef Gordon Says Adam about his win: “It was extraordinary. I don't think Ramsay. I've ever been as happy! To all the viewers, the biggest thank you in the world. It's a great feeling to know that there have The Good Food & Wine Show runs from September 22 to 25 at the Coca Cola Dome. Entrance tickets to the show (R80 for been literally millions of people cheering me on.” adults and R45 for pensioners and children) and bookings for The title ensured Adam's dream of ditching a career signing the Samsung Chefs in Action Theatre and Wine Tastings can be legal documents to one surrounded by food. His Masterchef bought through Computicket. For more information go to prize included publishing his own cookery book Two Asian www.goodfoodandwineshow.co.za. Adam will be flown to South Kitchens, which will be launched in South Africa at the Good Africa on Qantas. Food & Wine Show, and a cash prize of R750 000. Adam Liaw will be appearing at the Good Food & Wine Show on Having started at university at the age of 16, he graduated September 22 in the Chefs in Action Theatre at 11h00 and five years later with a double degree in Science and Law. 19h30 and you can cook alongside him in the Get Fresh with BBC Lifestyle Theatre at 15h30. While working in Japan as a media lawyer for the Walt Disney company, Adam decided to start a blog about food, Tickets are available through Computicket. For more www.adamliaw.com. He also entered the Masterchef information go to www.goodfoodandwineshow.co.za or contact competition that was to change his life. Peter Feldman on 082 600 6568
Arts Alive 2011 prepares for note that all cars illegally parked or in brilliant Jazz on the Lake front of residents gates or properties will be towed away concert Preparations are entering their closing stages for this year’s Jazz on the Lake – a highlight of Joburg’s springtime and a wonderful day out for Gautengers of all ages.
One of the measures that will be in place on Sunday September 4th is the barricades which will be erected in and around the Zoo Lake area. Park and Ride Facilities will be available at UJ Kingsway Campus, UJ Soweto Campus, Metro Centre, Braamfontein and Alex Stadium and those attending the 2011 Jazz on the Lake are urged to make use of these.
Ta k i n g p l a c e o n S u n d a y September 4th at Zoo Lake, Parkview, Jazz on the Lake features a stunning line-up of artists, covering a wide spectrum Residents who live within the of music tastes. barricaded area will receive 2 permits Singer Xoliswa Dlamini is joined by per household. award-winning vocalist Melanie Scholtz, pop outfit, Watershed, the Passes can be collected from the riveting Indian act, Rajasthan caravan stall at the Parkview Police Rocks, Afro-dub pioneers, 340ml, Station from August 20th to jazz musician Victor Ntoni and top September 4th (between 08:00am international Nigerian singer- and 8:00pm and on September 4th until 08:00am). songwriter, Asa. Residents can also collect resident permits at the Rosebank Police Station on September 4th. Residents must be in possession of their ID document and proof of residence (i.e. electricity bill) when collecting the passes. The Alongside the sterling line-up of emergency contact number on the artists, excellent stage and sound day is 073 089 6151. and other amenities to ensure the comfort of those attending will be For queries call: Parkview Police Station – 011 486 5000 or Zanusi on offer. Brand Solutions – 011 886 0502 / This year, Jazz on the Lake starts 0763 / 0817 / 0854 (during office at 10:00am sharp and ends at hours – 08:30am - 5:00pm) 5:30pm. Joburg Arts Alive international Concert goers are allowed to bring Festival is a project of the City of picnic baskets but no alcohol, Joburg. glass, sharp objects and firearms are permitted. In addition, those Joburg! a world class African city. attending the show should note Jazz on the Lake 2011 is FREE for concertgoers, as part of the City Of Joburg’s spring “gift” to its residents and visitors through the annual Joburg Arts Alive International Festival.
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