Sunday is the new Saturday in Joburg Inner City
Check out our latest Johannesburg inner city pics here. Blown away by the number of sold signs on buildings throughout the inner city of Johannesburg, we decided to document some of the changes for out of towners and those still too scared to check it out for themselves. The inner city is transforming before our ey… es, it’s amazing what a fresh coat of paint and some basic interior overhauls can do to our stunning architecture. And for those of you wanting to catch some bargains from the plethora of cheap and trendy boutique style shops, don’t even bother to join the Saturday rush. Simply drive down Pritchard on a Sunday morning, park near the supreme court, take a moment to enjoy the soaring singing from the Central Methodist Church that fills the air and get shopping. Yes, there are a few shops open on a Sunday – bargain hunters paradise. So put away your bling, put your phone in your pocket and get walking downtown on a Sunday in the inner city – it does wonders for the calf muscles. Oh ja, remember you need cash, no credit cards etc, but at R30 – R80 a buy, you don’t need to feel nervous about carrying wads around. Check out the pics of the city on a Sunday right...
Joburg youth give JAY-Z their vote
Check out our pics of the concert on Flickr here. You know we’re not big on the dome as a concert venue, but last night was the first time that we saw it packed to almost capacity, it’s true colours finally shining through as a well organised and smooth flowing event venue. Jay-Z gave a sterling pe… rformance to the thousands of young, younger and really young fans packing out the dome and getting down. Fashion, hair, diversity, colour, dancemoves, electric vibes, the Jozi youth gave their vote to jigga as their favourite MC as they sang along to every lyric of every song, most of which were not commercial hits. We were so proud of our ecclectic, loud, proud and beautiful young Joburg people who certainly know just how to Represent in their very own way! We dig you guys and are behind your mission 100%. HipHop had a heydey in the parking lot as well as boot parties, street parties and any old sommer party thumped on through the night for those who weren’t inside the concert. The forefathers of Northgate shopping centre were probably turning in their graves as the youth of the now gave the finger to suburbia and rocked the night ghetto style. Jay-Z was tight, with a simple stage layout and awesome central screen, it felt good not to do the neck straining thing to the side screens for a change and even though the place was packed out, it was spacey, chilled and fabulous. We missed Rihanna, on purpose, so we can’t tell you ’bout her. But as far as the ‘Hov went….as my friend Lerato put it: “Super Awesome.” Tell us about your concert experience – leave a comment! ************************************************************************** We’re just reminding you that JAY-Z is here in less than two weeks… So if you ain’t got your tickets yet, best you hurry! Before we get to the serious part of this article, did you know that on the London leg of Jay-Z’s tour NAS jumped onto stage with him? MTV tells us that NAS was hinting at joining Jay-Z on the African part of his tour – so NAS fans – get buying too! Who knows who could be jumping onto the stage. Where do we start with Nas he has a lot going on. Last week, he jumped onstage with Jay-Z in London and said he might join Hov for more stops on the Global Express Tour. MTV gives us the lowdown: Nas onstage in London “There are some conversations me and Jay are having about doing some more tour dates,” Nas said last week in the...
DOVE Campaign for Real Beauty
WOW – check out the latest viral tool in the Dove Campaign for real beauty here. It’s a short docuvideo that shows exactly what it takes to transform an ordinary face into a billboard model look. Amazing. Thanks to Stoffel for the heads up as always. You can also see it on YouTube here. … Dove has started the REALBEAUTY campaign to challenge “societal views on age, body shape and race…” They want to encourage women to celebrate themselves as they are and to raise their self-esteem. Dove, we salute you! Represent! More info: The Campaign for Real Beauty Background Campaign for Real Beauty Mission The Dove Campaign for Real Beauty is a global effort that is intended to serve as a starting point for societal change and act as a catalyst for widening the definition and discussion of beauty. The campaign supports the Dove mission: to make women feel more beautiful every day by challenging today’s stereotypical view of beauty and inspiring women to take great care of themselves. The brand’s commitment to the mission starts with using real women, not professional models, of various ages, shapes and sizes to provoke discussion and debate about today’s typecast beauty images. The women proudly show off their wrinkles, curves and bumps provoking a debate through communication initiatives including advertising, interactive Web programs and attention-getting billboards. The program is also enriched by town halls, panel discussions and the Dove Self-Esteem Fund. The global campaign encourages women to join in the discussion about beauty and share their views on real beauty with women around the...
Deep Soul Sessions with Vinni
Deep Soul Sessions is a premium Deep House club night, started by international Deep House pioneer Vinny da Vinci after going all over the world looking for what he wants in a good night, being a good deep and soulful house music, a good sound system and beautiful people. Deep Soul Sessions has been pumping at legendary Joburg club 115 for over 3 years now and has just celebrated 1 year in Cape T…own in March this year. Join Vinny da Vinci, just back from the UK and his residency in Ibiza and Cape Town Nightlife for the launch of the Summer Survival Kit on 3 November 2006. DEEP SOUL SESSIONS Friday 3 November 2006 DJ’s VINNY DA VINCI, PETER ABRAHAMS, MICHAEL LESAR Club Tonic (96 Long Street) DOORS OPEN 10PM – LADIES FREE BEFORE 11 R40 before 11pm – R60...
Channel O Awards- see the winners here!
Congrats to all the winners of the Channel O Awards… and the winners are… The winners for the 2006 Chanel O Spirit of Africa Music Video Awards, brought to you by Amarula, were announced at a glittering ceremony held at Gallagher Estate on the weekend. Zola received the Special Recognition Award for his role in the upliftment of youth on the continent; most notably the work that he has do… ne as a UNICEF Goodwill ambassador in East Africa. Nigeria shone at the wards with Mode 9 (featuring Nnena) taking home three awards, followed by 2Face with two awards. The show was hosted by comedian David Kau, assisted by Channel O VJ’s. Top bands including Arthur, Freshlyground, HHP, Ntando, Mzekezeke, Longombas, Mista Doe and Gal Level treated the crowd to vibrant performances. The winners reflect the diversity of the Channel O audience and Yolisa Phahle, Channel O General Manager was happy about the final list of winners: “There really are no losers when it comes to the outstanding talent that has made these awards possible. To the winners of each category I say thank you for your music, it makes a difference to our lives. Music has that power. At the end of the day it’s the viewers that have had the final say,” she says. The Best Female award went to the Mozambican lass Lizha James, while the masked one from Nigeria – Lagbaja, took home the Best Male Video. On the home front, Brickz scooped the Best Kwaito category while Zamajobe walked away with the Best Urban Jazz award. The Best African DJ award was taken by DJ Fresh. The show will be screened on Channel O this Sunday, 22 October at 20:00. The Channel O Spirit of Africa Music Video Awards were brought to you by Amarula. The complete list of winners is: Best Male Video LAGBAJA NEVER FAR AWAY Best Female Video LIZHA JAMES FOR ALL YA Best Newcomer D’BANJ TONGOLO Best Duo or Group MALAIKA 2 BOB Best Urban Jazz Video ZAMA JOBE NDAWO YAMI Best Dance Video DJ CLEO GOODBYE Best African Pop 2FACE OLE Best African Southern MISTA DOE HOT TO DEATH Best African West 2FACE IDIBIA OLE Best African East JONNY RAGGA GIVE ME THE KEY Best African DJ DJ FRESH Best Hip Hop Video MODE 9 FT NNENA CRY Best Reggae Video LUCKY DUBE RESPECT Best R&B Video DARE ESCALADE Best Kwaito Video BRICKZ TJOVITJO Best Collabaration Video DANNY K & MANDOZA MUSIC Best Director MODE9 FT NNENA CRY Best Special Effects WEIRD MC IJOYA Video Of The Year MODE 9 CRY ========================================= Another first for the continent: Africa’s premier...
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