UB40 performing in Maputo – Jan 28
Late last night local TV took us on a warm nostalgic trip as we giggled in horror at the UB40 Red Red Wine music video from the 80’s -it was shot in black and white with the guys from UB40 looking very young and smothered in bad taste clothing. I’n’it Luv. But you just can’t deny the magic of UB40’s reggae music and it’s power to transport you back to the struggle days and lon…g car journeys to Zimbabwe to watch them perform live. We were lucky enough to attend a rainy and wet UB40 concert in Durban in the 90’s at the then named Kings Park stadium. Contrary to typical Drubs weather, the days immediately following the concert continued to be miserably rainy, with a constant dreary downpour… Rumour has it that by the time the sun came out on the third day post the concert, the entire sports field had a marijuana crop eagerly poking through the fertile Kwazulu soil. It was harvested immediately. The great news is that UB40 is back in Africa but this time they’re playing in Mozambique in the interesting city of Maputo at the Festival of Hope “Festivale esperanca”. Click here to check out the site, they’ll be accompanied by Kapa Dech, Lucky Dube, VINX, Oliver Mtukudzi and Rockfellers. With hits like ‘King’, ‘Kingston Town”, ‘Here I am”, “Rat in the Kitchen”, “DOn’t break my heart”, “Sing our own song” etc you have to make the trip! If you haven’t been to Maputo yet – Get Going! Vamos a la playa! There are various package deals on offer: Flight Centre – from R2185 including flights, accommodation at the Polana and tickets. CLick here for special. And Dana tours They have offers for self-drive, bus trip and airline ranging from R1500 onwards. Info on the festival: Venue: Machava Stadium, Maputo-Mozambique Date: 28 January 2006 Time: 14:00 – 23:30 Price: 300.000,00 Meticais sold at all Mcel outlets from the 24th of November 2005 Tickets sold in South Africa at Computicket for R190 from the 15th of November 2005 Open seating Gates will open at 12:00pm for entrance into the Stadium Food and drinks are available for purchase at the...
Had too many choccies this winter? Try this out!
Ditch that weight online! Thanks to BIZCOMMUNITY for the article! SARIE magazine and the very comprehensive healthy lifestyle website Health24.com are kicking off a 12-week weight loss and exercise program with lots of prizes up for grabs. The 12 week weight loss and exercise… programme motivates and inspires participants to regain their bodies. Not only is a new body shape and lifestyle on the cards, but also a Fiat Palio 11 Go, spa packages and a mountain bike. Mari Hudson, health 24.com’s editor, says: “There are different plans to choose from, all developed to suit men and women of all ages and lifestyles. Even pregnant women have not been forgotten. There is also a solution for people who don’t live near a gym. Losing between 6 and 12 kg’s and shedding centimetres in the process, is a realistic goal, but what’s more, is that an overall feeling of wellbeing is guaranteed.” By registering online with health 24.com, participants will be able to track their progress and get the necessary online support. Motivated participants can consult with a team of biokineticists and enter the competition. Van Breda, Sarie’s editor, explains that the August issue will introduce the programme and the September issue will feature the various eating and exercise plans in a special supplement bagged with the magazine. The following two issues will include further adjustments to the exercise programme to ensure shapely, healthy bodies in time for...
It’s about time – PEBBLES finally takes the stage
I have been waiting for about 2 years for this album since first hearing her perform at the old Bassline with Thumi… Pebbles has one deep, soulful and jazzy voice and we can’t wait to buy her new album. Rage invites us to the launch and you to the performance at the 29’ers session this Sunday (don’t forget the elegant dress-code) – we’ll let …you know how the launch goes! PEBBLES LIVE! Soul singer Pebbles launches her long awaited solo debut Playful Soul tonight at The Bassline in Newtown, but don’t worry you’ll get the chance to check her out on Sunday the 29th of May, when the YFM 29ersLive Sessions present Pebbles at The Venue in Rivonia. Pebbles is the first female vocalist from Outrageous Records stable that brought you the acclaimed Hip-hop acts Zubz and Proverb. You may also know her voice from the times she features on tracks by Zubz, H20 and Tumi and The Volume. The songtress behind the beautiful song Destiny, the haunting melody and uplifting message, acclaimed today as an underground classic, has a brand of R&B/jazz/soul-flavoured music with cheeky inflections coined Playful Soul. Being blessed with a Manhattan Brother for a father, and being able to casually refer to Caiphus Semenya and Letta Mbuli as ‘uncle’ and ‘auntie’ means the P.E and London-bred singer/song-writer’s musical foundation is formidable. Add to this the influences that she is continually exposed to, having worked with label mates Zubz and H20 on their respective albums as well as Expressions and Coca-Cola Collaborations compilations. Only then does Pebbles’ immense potential begin to hit home – potential previously tapped into even by noteworthy musicians outside her label. For one, Tumi and the Volume’s infamous singles ’76 and People of The Light are great tracks made outstanding by her poignant vocals, as most who have seen her perform with the band on stages like 2004’s North Sea Jazz Festival will attest. (A fan of Pebbles himself, Tumi writes and performs The Way of Want, a jazzy number produced by Nyambz on her new set.) Catch the exclusive first public live performance of songs from her debut album, Playful Soul. Featuring Tumi and the Volume on stage alongside the usual suspects in the mix Vinny Da Vinci, The Musical Maestro, DJ Monde and Jaws. Place: The Venue, 19 Wessels Road Rivonia, Time: 7pm, Dress code:Elegant, Damage: R80. The YFM 29ers Live Sessions, entertainment with class. For more info log onto...
JAMESON AND CINEMA NOUVEAU’S FINE BLEND
Joburg lovers of good flieks, our favourite movie house, Cinema Nouveau, is finally getting some well-earned sponsorship from the Irish whiskey brand JAMESON. Good on ya Jameson! So does this mean we can have it on the rocks while we watch? Cinema Nouveau is adding a twist of flavour to the art movie circuit – it will now be triple distilled and twice as smooth. Ster-Kinek…or’s dedicated art circuit, Cinema Nouveau, the only one of its kind in the world, has signed a sponsorship deal with Jameson whiskey. Effective immediately, Cinema Nouveau will now be known as Cinema Nouveau screened by Jameson. The new partnership between Jameson whiskey and Cinema Nouveau will ensure ongoing support for the growing alternative film market. The whiskey distillers’ involvement, in line with its global cinema strategy, will include film festival support; the introduction of audience awards at festivals, as well as hosting invite only screenings of classic films amongst other activities. The prestigious and significant partnership will see Cinema Nouveau screened by Jameson introducing a new brand identity, with new dýcor in the foyer, new staff uniforms and signage at cinemas nationwide, as well as added value for the film industry and audiences. Jameson whiskey has been known for over a decade of involvement in cinema, particularly in the field of short films and as a participant in European film festivals. Apart from funding a number of emerging directors as part of the European Encounters Film Festival, they have been presenting Jameson Short Film Awards since 2001, with the aim of supporting filmmakers and enhancing the profile of the winning directors and their films. Commented Adriaan Eksteen, Jameson Marketing Director, “Jameson is involved in film and film-making on a global level. This is a natural extension of the work we do internationally. We find a lot of modern, discerning moviegoers amongst our consumers, so not only is this a sound marketing strategy, but also a meeting of likeminded personalities.” In South Africa Jameson whiskey will be hosting its audience awards for the fifth year at the Encounters South African International Documentary Festival, which runs in Johannesburg from Fri 5 August – Sun14 August. The Jameson Audience Awards at Encounters were established in 2001 and are decided by popular ballot. These Awards are very important, precisely because they are not decided by a panel of ‘experts’, but by popular choice and praise documentary filmmakers for their work. Two Awards are presented by Jameson whiskey – one for the Best International Film and one for the Best South African...
A feast of Japanese Films for Free
We were hoping to go to Japan this year, there’s something about the place that is so intruiging – maybe it’s the fact that it’s so far away from us, in so many ways, geographically, culturally and socially…. Catch these wonderful Japanese stories at Cinema Nouveau in Rosebank this weekend. Thanks Jameson! South African film fans can see some of the best Japanese film making a…t this year’s Japanese Film Festival at Rosebank Cinema Nouveau screened by Jameson from the 20 – 22nd January. The films include Kids Return selected for the Director’s Fortnight at the 1996 Cannes Film Festival, the romantic comedy Nabbie’s Love and Village of Dreams, the winner of the Silver Bear at the Berlin Film Festival. Entrance to the Japanese Film Festival is free with tickets available from the box office one hour before the screening and subject to availability. The full schedule is as follows: Friday 20 January 17h15pm Nabbie’s Love 20:00pm Kids Return Saturday 21 January 17h15pm Captain Harlock in Arcadia 20:00pm Kids Return Sunday 22 January 17h15pm Nabbie’s Love 20:00pm Village of...
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