An evening with John Legend: The All Of Me Tour coming to S.A
Jun17

An evening with John Legend: The All Of Me Tour coming to S.A

Big Concerts confirmed today that 9-time Grammy Award winner, multi platinum selling artist John Legend will be coming to South Africa with his highly anticipated All Of Me Tour. The following South African tour dates are: Cape Town: 16th November 2014 at the Grand Arena, GrandWest Cape Town: 17th November 2014 at the Grand Arena, GrandWest Johannesburg: 22nd November 2014 at Coca-Cola Dome Johannesburg: 23rd November 2014 at Coca-Cola Dome Presented by KFM, Kaya FM, M-Net and True Love. Another Big Concerts Experience. Tickets go on sale Wednesday 18th June at 9am. Go to www.bigconcerts.com for all the information.  “An Evening with John Legend: The All of Me Tour,” has currently sold out in over 60 cities the US and features John in an intimate setting, highlighted by guitar/vocal accompaniment as well as a string quartet.  “I’ve enjoyed this tour immensely,” said Legend.  “The opportunity to get up close and personal with my fans and tell my story has been so much fun for me”. Fans can expect to hear John perform his smash single “All of Me” from his critically acclaimed fourth studio album ‘LOVE IN THE FUTURE’, as well as a mix of well loved songs from his previous albums. His latest album ‘LOVE IN THE FUTURE’ which recently claimed the #1 spot on Billboard’s Hot 100 Singles Chart, as well as #1 at four formats of radio: Urban AC, Top 40, Rhythm, & Adult Top 40. The single marks Legend’s highest selling and charting single of his career to date, with sales over 5.5 million worldwide. Tour Information: Cape Town Sunday 16th November 2014 Monday 17th November 2014 Grand Arena, GrandWest Ticket Price:  R395 – R905 Tickets go on sale Wednesday 18th June at 9am from www.bigconcerts.com and Computicket Johannesburg Saturday 22nd November 2014 Sunday 23rd November 2014 Coca-Cola Dome Ticket Price: R395 – R965 Tickets go on sale Wednesday 18th June from www.bigconcerts.com and Computicket Pictures by Matthew...

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The possibilities that Designer burgers bring
May03

The possibilities that Designer burgers bring

By Khumo Ntoane I’ll try anything once. This philosophy has gotten me into some trouble a few times and it’s also taken me to unbelievable places. I mean, I accidentally ate dog meat once and didn’t even flinch when I found out, because my taste buds were not reacting to my brain’s reprimanding scold. (Dog meat is a delicacy in South Korea before you start jumping and thinking I’m a terrible human being). I’m going to make a confession, I recently introduced red meat back into my diet because I had it in me that the lentils and other form of none animal protein wasn’t enough to supplement my protein intake and I was constantly fatigued for the last 6 months of being a vegetarian. The mushroom burgers have always been my favourite and I love the creativity that non meat eaters apply to their food consumption but there is nothing like having a ‘real’ burger. I went to Craft Burger, a new-ish burger joint on Sea Point main road.  It’s not simply eating any commercial burger packaged for the masses. You sit down and get a piece of paper and design your own burger. This being the design capital of SA Craft Burger serves as one of chestnuts that make it such. Other than all that ladidaah daah speak, go have yourself a mouth-watering burger at a really relaxed and pleasant space. The place is intimate with a few tables. You have the option of choosing how you want your burger to be done; rare, medium rare or well done. There is also an assortment of cheeses to choose from. The whole menu gives you options because you design your own burger. The guys that work there are very friendly and you can get free wifi. I always mix and match when I go there, why have the same things when you have options? Standard burger costs R49 82 Regent Road 8005 Sea Point, Western Cape, South Africa Phone   021 439 7407 Email     info@craftburgerbar.co.za Website...

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First Wednesday Film Club presents “Miners Shot Down”
May02

First Wednesday Film Club presents “Miners Shot Down”

“MINERS SHOT DOWN” COUNTRY: South Africa DIRECTORS: Rehad Desai DURATION: 86 min AGE RESTRICTION:13 WHEN: 7th May 2014 7:30pm STUDIO 4 SYNOPSIS : In August 2012, mineworkers in one of South Africa’s biggest platinum mines began a wildcat strike for better wages. Six days later the police used live ammunition to brutally suppress the strike, killing 34 and injuring many more. Using the point of view of the Marikana miners, “Miners Shot Down” follows the strike from day one, showing the courageous but isolated fight waged by a group of low-paid workers against the combined forces of the mining company Lonmin, the ANC government and their allies in the National Union of Mineworkers. What emerges is collusion at the top, spiraling violence and the country’s first post-colonial massacre. South Africa will never be the same again.   – Film courtesy of Uhuru Productions – Filmmaker in attendance FREE SCREENING , REFRESHMENTS Limited seating, come early...

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MILLER BOOMTOWN Local Line-Up Announced
Dec17

MILLER BOOMTOWN Local Line-Up Announced

Johannesburg, South Africa – Miller Genuine Draft today announced the local headline line-up for the upcoming three-city Miller BOOMTOWN tour featuring international rapper Kendrick Lamar. Not one to rest on his laurels, 2013 Best Male SAMA winner and music sensation Khuli Chana is poised to extend his reign into 2014 when he provides headline support for Kendrick Lamar on the Joburg, Durban and Cape Town legs of the tour. Alongside him, hip-hop hit maker and crowd favourite Reason will also feature as the main live supporting act on the tour. Fans can also look forward to an explosive collaborative spectacular hiphop showdown, a crowd favourite at Miller Boomtown in Jo’burg earlier this year and now back on the Miller BOOMTOWN main stage. Dream Team’s Refiloe Ramogase and his team have been commissioned to deliver the multi-layered, show-stopping experience. Trusted sound selector and producer DJ Dimplez will be on hand to keep the expected energy levels at a high while Channel O’s SK will play host and MC. Watch this space as additional performers and DJs from each city to be included on this dazzling line-up will be announced in January 2014. Miller Boomtown media partners include Channel O together with regional radio partners YFM, Gagasi and Good Hope. The tour kicks off at The Wave House in Durban on Friday, 7th February 2014 before moving to Johannesburg Stadium on the 8th February and the Belville Velodrome in Cape Town on Sunday the 9th Feb. Ticket available at Computicket, range from R350-R650 and will be open to fans over the age of 18. The Miller Boomtown presents Kendrick Lamar South African tour dates will be as follows: Friday 7th February                The Wave House, Gateway Durban Saturday 8th February            Johannesburg Stadium, Johannesburg Sunday 9th February               Bellville Velodrome, Cape Town Miller BOOMTOWN featuring Kendrick Lamar is hosted by local promoters Airey...

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Vic Falls Trip details.
Oct17

Vic Falls Trip details.

The itinerary for the trip of the year is here! Get to it after the jump. The Jameson Vic Falls Carnival , billed as the once-in-a-lifetime three-day New Year’s Eve spectacular held at the majestic Vic Falls, returns for its second year: bigger, louder and more fun. The Jameson Vic Falls Carnival is the perfect balance of musical and performance talent, spectacular natural scenery and adventure activities at the UNESCO World Heritage Site and will offer partygoers the opportunity to enjoy the entertainment and adventure activities in the breathtakingly beautiful surrounds of one of the Seven Wonders of the World. A sensational line-up of musicians and artists hailing from Zimbabwe, Zambia, South Africa, Botswana, Mozambique, and Namibia has been confirmed. Organisers are expecting revelers to attend from all Southern African countries and have partnered with tour operators to offer a package for everyone attending the Jameson Vic Falls Carnival. South Africa Vic Falls Carnival Overlander Nomad Africa Adventure Tours is offering an unbeatable 6-day-7-night overlander package on two tour dates for partygoers who want to enjoy the journey as much as the destination.  Departing for Vic Falls from Joburg, the package is an overland adventure through three African countries. Adventurers can embark on a truly epic journey, experiencing a road trip with friends, Big 5 animals, magnificent African landscapes and the ultimate in New Year celebrations.  The package price includes return overland truck trip from Joburg to Jameson Vic Falls Carnival, six nights’ tented accommodation (two in Botswana and four in Vic Falls with tents provided based on twin sharing), 3-day carnival pass including Steam Train Party Express on 29 Dec and two days of the Jameson Vic Falls Carnival, and 6 x breakfasts and 2 x dinners. Two tours have been confirmed: Itinerary Tour 1 (27 Dec ’13 to 02 Jan ’14) Camping at Adventure Lodge Vic Falls 27-Dec Johannesburg to Palapye (650km), Camp at Itumela. Dinner included 28-Dec Breakfast. Palapye to Vic Falls. Long driving day (850km). 29-Dec Breakfast. Jameson Vic Falls Carnival begins, Zambezi Lager Party Express included 30-Dec Breakfast. Jameson Vic Falls Carnival 31-Dec Breakfast. Jameson Vic Falls Carnival 01-Jan Depart after breakfast. Long driving day to Palapye (850km). Dinner on arrival 02-Jan Palapye to Johannesburg (650km) Itinerary Tour 2 (28 Dec ’13 to 03 Jan ’14) SOLD OUT Camping at Vic Falls Rest Camp 28-Dec Johannesburg to Palapye (650km), Camp at Itumela. Dinner included 29-Dec Breakfast. Palapye to Vic Falls, long driving day (850km) 29-Dec Jameson Vic Falls Carnival begins, Zambezi Lager Party Express included 30-Dec Breakfast. Jameson Vic Falls Carnival 31-Dec Breakfast. Jameson Vic Falls Carnival 01-Jan Breakfast. Relaxation day in Vic Falls 02-Jan Depart after breakfast. Long driving day to Palapye (850km). Dinner on arrival 03-Jan Palapye to Johannesburg (650km) This superb adventure package is...

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