WHO’S YOUR MAMA? MTV Mama Awards Pre-party
Not only is it the monthly banging MTV Base party this Friday, but this month’s shindig heralds in the MTV MAMA’s taking place next week in the fair land of Masai warriors, vast stretching plains and wildebeest gunning it around in massive herds – you guessed it, Kenya. Latinova in Rosebank will be hosting the MTV Africa Music Awards party on Friday, 2 October in anticipation of the 2009 MTV Africa Music Awards to be held in there on the 10th of October. Join us at our MTV base night on 2 October at Latinova in Rosebank as we celebrate the upcoming MTV Africa Music Awards with Zain. The MTV base night’s have become one of the most anticipated monthly events on the social calendar. Hosted on the first Friday of every month, base nights is the place to be. Throw on your freshest threads and make sure you’re at the Latinova, in Rosebank to celebrate till sun up. There’ll be a killah performance from Shugasmakx or Smakx, as he is affectionately known as well as Slikour, one of the founding members of Skwatta Kamp. Kwela Tebza and Slikour will be performing their hit single ‘Umsindo’. To add to the party mayhem, ex Yo TV presenter, Psyfo, will be performing a couple of his chart topping hits from his newly released album “The After Party”. Catch his new single “Double Cross”, as it hits the MTV base play list from Wednesday, 23 September. Mixing it up till sunrise on the decks is DJ’s Dimplez, C-Live, Milkshake and resident DJ Biz. Your host with the most for the night is MTV base VJ Sizwe. Tickets available at the door. Dress code – award winning threads! Follow the base nights page on FB, and on http://mtvstreetteam.blogspot.com for competitions, reviews and...
Win tickets to H20 this weekend
This party has become so legendary we don’t need to mention more than the name and the date. If you don’t know all about H20 Aqua Fiesta taking place this weekend Saturday the 3rd of October at Wild Waters, check out our photostory from last year here to check out the vibes…bru. All the info is on the flyer that you can download here or click on the image… We have two DOUBLE sets of tickets to giveaway – simply email your name, your ID number, your cell number and the answer to the following question to Editorista editor @ represent.co.za by the end of today (Tuesday). Question: What is the (fabulous) name of the DJ from Miami featuring on Saturday 3rd October at H20 Aqua Fiesta. (YOU MUST BE PREPARED TO COLLECT YOUR TICKETS in Morningside this coming Friday, 2 October between midday and 6pm. TICKETS WILL NOT be available for collection from the H2O Ticket Office on the day.) ...
Represent Snap Interview: Meat the Veggie’s
Represent’s trend-seeking journo Banele Rewo sniffed out some fresh talent on the move upwards and hustled a snap interview with Johannesburg’s latest next big experimental band… Meat the Veggies. Remember where you read it first. Pics by Scott Smith. Who is Meat The Veggies (who does what) Bongani – Flutist/Producer Carla – Lyrics/Vocals Tiko – Percussions/Producer Where is the group from and how did you all meat (Ed: lol)? Bongani and Tiko met in Kagiso and later met Carla through Draco at Wounded Buffalo Studio. The name? Initially we were four guys in the band, which two guys were vegetarians and the other two meat eaters. While chilling trying to decide what to eat, the conclusion was pizza. As we were ordering we realised we had enough money for one pizza. So the meat guys were tired of the veggie food and so one suggested why not half the pizza into two – meat side and veggie side. Hence we ordered, Meat the Veggies! What kind of music does Meat the veggies prepare? Nu Jazz, Drum and bass, Lounge, Deep house and experimental sounds. Describe a Meat the Veggies Individual? Um… be yourself. Are the any bands in these genres that you do what you do? We discovered that there are many, one being the Layders Inspiration and other interests? We interested in design and the arts. Our inspiration is simple really – African culture and the lifestyle. Title of the Album and the inspiration behind it Well the album is still in progress will let you know soon ok? What kind of gigs does Meat the Veggies perfom at? Mostly its were we are called eg. Social functions, Varsity functions and corporate gigs Where to catch Meat the Veggies next.. 24th October – Kagiso, Lewisham Park 31st October – Jozi, Drill Hall (see flyer...
Levi’s® Vintage Sunday returns to Durban
Deben, it’s your turn for a bout of stunning Sundays. Topping and tailing with two of our favourite artists – Roly Struckmeyer on the 4th October and 340ml on the 25th October, not to mention the legendary Steven Newman (ex Tananas) on the 18th, the Durban line-up is packing some real punch: After taking Pretoria by storm and giving local music fans a reason to look forward to Sunday nights, Levi’s® Vintage Sundays heads down to Durban for October, turning La Scarpetta into the venue of choice for those who want to rock the new week in with their favourite bands. For the fifth year running music lovers all over South Africa are set to have their Sunday nights reinvented and reinvigorated with Levi’s® Vintage Sundays, Mzansi’s most consistent and comprehensive showcase of local musical talent Three incredible individuals line up to kick off the party on the 4th. A fixture on the music scene in Durban since the late 80’s, Pietermaritzburg born acoustic guitarist and vocalist Roly Struckmeyer is first to take to the stage. With a delivery that will stop you in your tracks, he has the power to evoke and engage, making him a hit with a live audience. Second in line is Luke Siedle who’s incredible instrumental skills are complemented by sincere lyrics, resulting in a musical narrative that finds resonance with a diverse range of devoted fans. You’ll find the roots of folk, rock and country in his music, all reworked to reflect this rising star’s uniquely beautiful take on the world. Farryl Purkiss rounds the evening off with his ever-soulful, always observant and beautifully composed guitar tracks. The man with a golden voice and heartfelt performances is going to show you exactly why he spends most of his time on the road gigging. Starting things off on the 11th is Gary Thomas. He is constantly writing songs that challenge both himself, his instrument and his audience and who balances meticulously crafted songwriting with dynamic vocals and contained improvisation. He’s followed by Syd Kitchen – his musical territory knows no bounds, and his long list of collaborations and diverse projects is testament to his insatiable love for music and performance. A man who speaks from the heart, Syd’s compositions are truly African offerings, speaking both musically and lyrically about life on the continent. Rounding it off is Guy Buttery with his unconventional guitar and percussive techniques whose intricate soul-searching arrangements find their way into every heart that hears him. The following Sunday, the 18th, is an opportunity to experience three of South Africa’s most talented acts. Multi-instrumentalist Greg Georgiades takes to the stage with...
Represent Review: Joy of Jazz 2009
Represent shimmied in amongst all the Friday night jazz cats last weekend down in Newtown, Johannesburg at the Standard Bank Joy of Jazz 2009 festival – see our photostory here and read our take below from our team Nkateko Siweya and Hloni Ditse – Sharpile guys! : It’s a Friday just after rush hour traffic – it’s the last winter weekend and there’s no sign of a cold wind or rainy clouds, I wonder why… A long stream of cars flows past in an absolutely uniform precision, going in the opposite direction. Where are they going? People are supposed to be going home at this hour! Well not these music lovers… Mhhh, maybe all these people driving towards downtown Joburg might know that something interesting is about to go down. I’m also heading downtown, Newtown to be exact, past the dim highway lights, to arrive at a light and bubbly (no direct relation to Champagne) scene of blue and white lights: the 2009 Standard Bank Joy Of Jazz. I step into a mass of people of all ages, walking and mingling as if it were a holiday: we are in Jozi, the city that never sleeps. Such energy and excitement is derived from just being out and about in Newtown, Johannesburg city and it can be felt and witnessed by each face that makes up this buzzing crowd. One thing you are never short of in Joburg is a fashion parade, from the young funky attires to the mature elegantly dressed- that on its own is an art form unique to Africa’s greatest metropolitan. Our bright colours call out loud: “Welcome to the southern spring season!!” The stages are set, the guests are here, the weather is clear and warm we are out and about in an era brimming with talent and skill. The stages in Newtown boasted the most adept and diversified jazz and soul musicians from many a corner of the globe. This is one time I wish I could replicate myself just for the night so I could get to fully immerse myself in the simultaneous happenings on all four stages. I would soothe myself with the foreign and blissful featuring artists like Room 11, Somi, Brian Thusi, Level 99, MAG, Minor Band, CJC, Live Rhythm, J4Dot, Solace and Soul Tique and the many more who showcased their talent at great length. Even though my self- morphing into four of me didn’t go down, I did manage to catch a few of the legends in action, from the very appealing Judith Sephuma’s soulful choruses to Unathi Nkayi who was just having a wonderful jol with the...
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