At last, Erykah Badu is Back
Erykah’s just released her (long awaited!) new album New AmErykah on her birthday -the 26th Feb – and we’re loving it. Watch the fab video of the debut sultry single Honey – or catch clips of the entire album on her MySpace site here. This first album subtitled “Part One, 4th World War” is part one of up to three albums that she plans on releasing this year and next. We’re still getting through it, but at first listen, it sounds like classic Erykah neosoul sounds, mixed up with trippy electro beats and modern twists. Great drifting sounds. Nice....
Two Time Zones?? Makes sense to us!
So the Government is CONSIDERING the concept of two time zones for South Africa – now wouldn’t that be exciting. Seems like it may help ease the electricity crisis hence the sudden change of heart. Companies like Kulula have been championing the cause for a long time, they’ll be pleased to see their hard work and investment paying off. It will be interesting to find out what technology they will use to spread the word around the country to remote areas – this has always been one of the challenges of moving to the daylight savings plan. Our question is, who will get up first in Winter? Ct or Jozi? We’ll place our bets 😉 Read more...
Goldfish signed to Pasha
Big Ups to Goldfish, Represent wishes them all the best. After extensive negotiations Goldfish’s second album has been signed to Pacha, the worlds’ biggest club and lifestyle brand, a massive achievement and further confirmation of the duo’s destiny to take the world by storm. The new album, Perceptions of Pacha, to be released worldwide in March 2008, features 10 brand-new Goldfish tracks and includes a second disc featuring a Goldfish live performance video and remixes by top DJs from around the world. Late March sees Goldfish head for the US to launch their album at the Miami winter music conference, alongside DJ superstars Frankie Knuckles, Axwell, Sander Kleinenberg, and David Morales. From there they head to New York to perform at super clubs Pacha NYC, and then to the UK to perform at Pacha London. With tours of the US, European performances with Paul Van Dyk and Pete Tong and a 3 month summer residency in Ibiza inked for 2008, the future looks golden… For South African Bookings contact: Raymond Bloom 0836020202...
Snuggle up at Splashy Fen
If you don’t have plans for the Easter weekend yet and you’re into folk music and rocky sounds, get your tent out and head to the 19th edition of Splashy Fen and j u s t  c h i l l o u t…..! There’s a TENT HOTEL for those not into busking it as well as a Family area so you can even take your kids and get them looked after… Enjoy. Splashy Fen here. With the 19th edition of South Africa’s longest running and best-loved music festival just weeks away – Easter weekend March 20 to 24 – it’s probably a good time to think about which ‘ultimate outdoor sleeping experience’ to opt for at Splashy Fen 2008. Just as this year’s roster of over 70 bands and solo artists is more appealing than ever, so are the choices of where to snuggle up under the Southern Berg stars at the end of each day.General Camping Areas The long-standing tradition of staking out a site, setting up camp and settling in for a weekend of fun and fellowship means the general camping areas will no doubt continue to be the first choice for many festival-goers. As always, entrance to these campsites is included in the ticket price and campers can also look forward to improved ablution facilities.  Family Campsite With the festival fast approaching its 20th anniversary, it’s not too surprising that many Splashy ‘veterans’ now have spouses and children in tow, making the centrally-located, cordoned-off family campsite an option well worth considering. Although it carries a R100 per vehicle surcharge (payable on arrival), it must be remembered that entry for children under 12 is free. In keeping with the growing numbers of young and young-at-heart festival-goers, the family campsite will this year be even bigger and offer exclusive toilet facilities. The children’s marquee and entertainment zone will also continue to be positioned within this area and a full programme of daytime amusements plus an evening child-minding service will again be available. Tent Hotel Would-be festival-goers who mistakenly equate any form of sleeping outdoors with ‘roughing it’, will be pleased to know that the tent hotel offers a hassle-free, comfortable camping alternative. After all, what could be easier than checking in to a pre-pitched and spacious tent, complete with mattresses and linen, to enjoy all the expected amenities of a ‘regular’ B & B at very affordable rates? Situated in a prime position overlooking the festival site, this professionally run establishment is the perfect choice for those wishing to enjoy the ‘ultimate outdoor experience’ without forgoing any of their regular creature comforts. Visit www.kreefhotel.co.za for bookings and...
JEREMY PURIN opening at Blank
Head on to the BoKaap-based gallery Blank. Jeremy Purin is one of the most exciting recent graduates to emerge onto the local art scene and definitely the most energetic. At blank projects he will show an evolving installation, creating an interactive environment (that will hopefully not destroy the space). OPENING: WEDNESDAY 5 MARCH (18h00) CLOSING EVENT: FRIDAY 28 MARCH NEXT DOOR: VERF – A group show by five young local artists can still be viewed in the gallery space until the end of March. Participants: Marna Hattingh, Christo Basson, Alex Emsley, Hannes Bernard and Katrin Coetzer. blank projects 198 Buitengracht Street, Cape Town Tel: 072 198 9221 Email: blankprojects@gmail.com by...
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