The inaugural launch of #WawelaMusicAwards 2013
We received the honour of attending the inaugural launch of Wawela Music Awards (Wawela means GO BEYOND – the name itself is derived from the Zulu language). These awards aim to celebrate South African musicians who are breaking borders with their music, composition, creativity and not directly aimed at the popularity of an artist within his/her craft. The awards are open to all SAMRO members and a variety of composers were selected across the multitude of music genres. Upon arrival we were chauffeured to the venue by a shuttle, which drove us to the venue where the nomination announcement was to take place. We had welcome drinks and snacks as we waited for proceedings to get underway and got the opportunity to mingle with media and all the invited guests which included Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse, Sibongile Khumalo and a host of other media personalities. Tiyane Maluleke SAMRO General Manager of Marketing did a great job as MC and getting us all up to speed regarding Wawela2013 Prior to the announcement of nominees, we watched the audio visual conception of this award show and were treated to the sounds of Planet Lindela, an up and coming band consisting of 3 members who hail from Soweto. The list of nominees was screened and songstress Lira got 3 nominations in the categories Best Creative Album of the Year, Songwriter of the Year & Best female artist & composer/co-composer. Another big nominee on the day was James Barnard, and other notable nominees included the likes of Nothende, Tumi & the Volume and new comers The Soil. SAMRO Deputy CEO, Sipho Dlamini who highlighted the importance of the awards said: “These awards, the first of their kind in the country, are an important event on the musical calendar,” adding; “On the night of 28 June, we’ll be gathering to give South Africa’s songwriting trailblazers the recognition that is due to them.” A number of Special Awards will also be handed out on the night, including the Lifetime Achievement Award, the Breaking through the Borders Award, and awards for Publisher of the Year and Prolific Catalogue of Works. The #WAWELAMusicAwards ceremony, will take place on the 28th of June 2013 at a venue yet to be disclosed is surely going to be a spectacular affair with major industry players in full attendance. And now the nominees are? Best soundtrack in a feature film or theatric documentary: Daniel Baron nominated for Wrongfully Detained Philip Miller nominated for Leaving Father Sven Larsen nominated for Afro Slow Best song or composition in a television production: Alan Lazar nominated for Scandal Gregory Reveret nominated for Loxion Kulca Roots James Barnard nominated for Limpopo Best song...
#5thSeason Competition Tickets.
To all our Durban audience and the rest of you who will be in Durban on this day – the 26th of May. Here’s a chance to win tickets to see 5th Season live in concert at the BAT Centre in Durban. All you have to do is, #Tweet us the name of the restaurant that #5thSeason will be performing at. Bear in mind that your clue can also be found on our previous article about #5thSeason. Competition Rules: There aren’t any!!!! We only require you to be in Durban on the 26th of May 🙂 #Tweet us the answer using the #tag: #5thSeason to @SoulProvidersZA Good...
5th Season in Concert.
On Sunday the 26th of May 2013 come experience the premium voices of 5th Season live at Afriportico Restaurant the BAT Centre, Durban . The concert begins at 2pm with a cover charge of R30. Find more details after the jump. 5th Season was established as a jazz trio in 2010, but also plays regularly as a quartet and occasionally invites a vocalist on stage with them. You will see this all at the BAT Centre restaurant on Sunday 26 May. All band members are jazz musicians with an academic background from UKZN. The band plays a wide range of well-known jazz standards and contemporary tunes while adding their own flavour. The band has many performances on their name, such as Grahamstown National Arts Festival, The Rainbow Restaurant and the 5th BRICS Summit. The tight rhythm section of 5th Season consists of brothers Devon (drums) and Brayden (bass) Hore. Also part of the band are Mthunzi Mchunu an experienced guitarist and talented piano player Ndumiso Ndlovu. Vocalist Janice Joseph will join the gentlemen for a few songs with her warm and clear vocals. Lastly vernac rapper Manelis will also be on stage for a nice musical...
Father’s Day gift? – Kings of Chaos.
This past weekend we professed our undying love to our mother’s and went all out with the perfect gift for Mother’s Day. Let’s not forget our father’s looked in envy as to what will my children get me? When it comes to that special gift we understand you’d want to do the same for the parents who brought you into this world. Represent brings you closer to realising that one gift for that extra special man in your life, Dad. See after the jump what we recommend. If you’re still looking for the perfect gift for Father’s Day, look no further than getting tickets to the ultimate rock concert “Kings of Chaos” at the Sun City Superbowl happening this father’s day weekend of Saturday the 15th and Sunday the 16th of June. The show includes an incredible line-up of rock legends from bands such as Guns n Roses, Def Leppard, Velvet Revolver, Deep Purple, Black Country Communion and Collective Soul. Show tickets can be purchased through Computicket between R375.00 and R560.00. A special park and ride facility is available from Vanderbijlpark at R275.00 per person, from the East Rand, Pretoria and Centurion Park at R260.00 per person, and from Rustenburg at R100.00 per person. For more information about the pick-up points, visit: Pick-up Points. Date and Venue Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 June – Sun City Superbowl Time 20h00 Cost Cape Town R375 to R700 Sun City R375 to R560 Tickets Available at Computicket Please note that the Cape Town show takes place at: Grand West...
The Grande Hotel, Beira Exhibition.
We love Mozambique, unlike South Africa it is a land of contrasts, as they endured a devastating civil war lasting 15 years while the country is opening up to tourism in leaps and bounds, the contrasts of the life pre-war and post war are there to be seen by the naked eye. This exhibition brings a new light to this African country. We hope to see you at the opening of a wonderful exhibition at gallery MOMO. Details after the jump. The exhibition opens on the 30th of May 2013. Time: 6PM Concludes: 17 June 2013 For more details visit:...
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