PHOTOS: The Beach is back in SOWETO
We’re late – we know – but classic photo’s like these make up for the time!
Thanks to Palesa for capturing the spirit and essence that makes us the crazy people we are.
Click here for lots of pics of the Beach in Soweto.
“Beach in Soweto? Please!”
That was one of the comments posted on Represent last…
week, and boy could that person not have been more wrong.
There was the smell of boerewors gliding through the air, the sounds of giggling girls in cute bikini’s, the rather rough, but sea sand nonetheless right under our Jo’burg feet, the beat of all the newly released festive tracks in the background and the beautiful blue Soweto sky- all in all it was a Saturday afternoon at a real beach party!
Old Potch Road (one of the main roads that lead to the heart of Soweto) has seen its fair share of traffic, and this Saturday was one of those days of congestion as everyone from the north to the south made their way to Orlando’s Power Park Dam for the annual Spiced Gold Beach Party.
Fashion was at the top of the list in true Jo’burg style as some of the outfits went from funky to weird, camping chairs were occupied by Soweto’s finest sipping on cocktails under bright red umbrellas sprawled across the sand.
With top class entertainment by Skwatta Kamp, Jub Jub, Spoko (remember him from Generations?), Malaika, KB, MXO, Sliq Angel, Chippa and Mzambiya, Baphixile, Hidden Force, Chomee, Donald Duck, Psyfo, DJ Fresh, DJ Monde, DJ Fistaz, DJ Mgedeza and sexy Spiced Gold dancers, no one could have asked for more!
The Spiced Gold Beach Party has grown in popularity and with the construction of the R1-billion Orlando Ekhaya development, a housing, shopping and entertainment project is already underway at the Power Park Dam the question that is now on everyone’s lips is where will the beach be next year?
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Oh yes, Summer is nearly here and it’s kicking off it’s season in Soweto. If you’re not taking leave this year and aren’t going to get near a bit of RnR at the ‘strand’, why not go to the Spice Gold Beach party right here in Jozi. We love this project.
Captain Morgan Spiced Gold Beach Party
4th and 5th November
X Marks the Spot
There’s this spot in Orlando, Soweto that’s usually quite calm and tranquil. Called Power Park Dam, it’s a peaceful place, cool in the summer and pretty laidback. But come the weekend of the 4th and 5th of November 2006, X will mark this spot, turning it into a seaside celebration of monstrous proportions. That’s right, it’s time once more for the Captain Morgan Spiced Gold Beach Party, the hottest event of the season.
So what happens down by the beach in Soweto? Well, just about everything. Sand has been shipped in to recreate the coastal style, and on these shores will be every type of outdoor entertainment you could hope for. There are taverns to cater to every taste as well as activities like beach volleyball and soccer. But let’s be honest, the real reason people are going to be heading to this spot is for the music. And this year the line-up is reaching bursting point, giving guests the chance to see the hottest performers at the hottest event. X marks this incredible spot. Make your mark by being there.
On Saturday the 4th it’s all ghetto styling with an array of the country’s top kwaito and hip hop acts getting together for some serious summer jams. You can bump and grind to the sexy sounds of Malaika, Browndash, Sash, DJs Sbu, Mphulo and Uncle Terry doing showcases, HHP, KB, O’ Pele Pele, Uncle Terry, Chippa, Chomee, MXO, Relo from Skwatta Camp, DJ Mphulo, Sanza, Ma’Casket, Kentphonik, DJ Mathenjwa and Metro FM DJs. It’s going to be a righteous event with rocking acts, proving that there’s only one beach to be on this weekend.
The next day is far more laidback with the sweet sounds of jazz and chilled vibes washing over the beach. Louise Carver, Joe Nina, Swazi Dlamini, Robbie Malinga, Nombulelo, Gugu Shezi, DJ Andrew Chaka of Jozi FM and once again Metro FM DJ’s are the acts on hand to make this memorable.
The Captain Morgan Spiced Gold Beach Parties are gaining a reputation for turning Orlando into a coastal destination for party lovers. All roads lead to Soweto. Make sure you’re on one.
Ticket Prices
Saturday 4th: R70 at the door / R80 at Computicket
Sunday 5th: R40 at the door / R50 at Computicket
Combo: R90 at the door / R100 at Computicket
A tot of Captain Morgan Spiced Gold is included in the ticket price.
