Represent Review: Chippendales in Joburg
After spotting the dudes flexing muscles (see photo below) for a flustered Noleen and sms-laughing about them with a buddy watching in Cape Town – we decided that we had to find someone to go and check the Chippendales out at this year’s show at Carnival City. Fo Real. We called on TanTan who wrote the last review in April ’05 (read here) but she was busy… and then her fabulara sister AmorAmor stepped up to the…dancefloor (fight cheese with cheese). Sharpile Sista’s! After hearing about the show on the radio ALL the time I must admit, I was very intrigued (and keen) when asked to write a review. All I can say is … the battle of the sexes is null and void. Sitting in a cavernous arena at Carnival City, surrounded by a full representation of every conceivable type of South African woman, I found myself utterly overwhelmed by the sheer level of noise and palpable anticipation around me. And it was not wasted. These boys … I mean men, were everything you would expect and more. Perfectly chiselled bodies, charming smiles, witty repertoire and butts that make even the most decent woman want to cop a feel. The show was slick, the choreography was MTV standard, the music was a perfect mix of the hottest current hits and old favourites. Yep, these guys definitely come from Vegas. The whole presentation made you want to go straight to Sin City and lose yourself in the perfection of illusion. Every woman in the room was flushed and blushing after the opening number. Reactions ranged from the under 25’s behind me screaming “marry me!” to the over 50’s in front trying to hide their smiles. Of course all age groups gave one unified gasp when someone’s mother got treated to a Bond seduction concluded by full reveal (to her, not us). Some gasping in empathy for the embarrassment the poor woman must have been in but I’m pretty sure there were some of us gasping because they wished it were them. Surprisingly the most engaging and seductive number was also the one that saw the guys keeping their costumes on for the longest time. The Navy scene. In that one moment the universal equaliser had been released. Every woman in the room was totally enraptured by the site of these men in their sparkling white uniforms. A scene composed of no fancy dance movements but instead, coordinated marching, had everyone swooning. After the initial thrill of seeing these gorgeous specimens of the masculine form dance like pros and strip to nothing FOR YOUR PLEASURE, your heart pumping and your voice hoarse with screaming, you realise that it is the...
Represent Review: Kings Of Leon
We are an African site with a global outlook and let’s make it clear that we are not dependent on local media as our only source of what’s hot, happening or popular around the world. How could we be visionary if we were? I just happen to have one soulful cousin (what’s up bro!) in the UK with great musical taste who has promised to let me know his recommendation on the next big rock sounds for all the soulful rockers in the house (you know who you are.) Right now Stu can’t stop listening to the Kings of Leon’s new album “Because of the Times” he sent me a track (now I’m no rocker) but in my old school opinion it definitely has a touch of Counting Crows and is certainly moreish with lots of depth: STU RECOMMENDS ROCK FOR REPRESENT From the Springsteenesque opening track ‘Knocked Up’ to the sliding grooves of closing number ‘Arizona’, the Kings of Leon’s third album Because of the Times, propels the Nashville clan into the upper echelon of Rock ‘n Roll order. While still keeping with their grand old recipe for course-grained, voice strained Rock ‘n Roll, the Followill Foursome have fine tuned their art to produce an album which is, surprisingly, easy on the senses. Lead Vocalist Caleb Followill’s delivery is not always comprehensible, which simply adds to the bewhiskered aura of the album. Producer Ethan Johns approach of “If it aint broke, don’t fix it”, coupled with the King of Leon’s real world themes, forces the user to listen absorbedly. I found myself turning up the volume a number of times while listening to this album. The cheeky Rock numbers (Charmer, McFearless, My Party, Camaro) keep the Kings grounded to their roots, while the soft tone pieces (True Love Way, Ragoo, Runner, Arizona) are delicately delivered and make the album well rounded. The Kings of Leon have matured, but their music maintains its Rock ‘n Roll innocence. If you were not a fan of the Followills before, you may well be after listening to this album. Stu (Editorista’s cuz 🙂 ) Kings of Leon King’s of Leon – “On Call” video [youtube]UEh8OL0Jj-0[/youtube] Kings of Leon on...
Recipe for Heating up a Cold Jozi Night
Thanks to Heather for her tips on how to stay warm this winter but still get out on the town: After hibernating for the past couple of months, I decided to break the cycle on one of the coldest weeks Jozi has had so far! But I think I got it right…. A romantic dinner for two, some red hot jazz and drinks with friends AND I managed to do it all in one place! Yes, I would say that the most important ingredient for this recipe is The Market Theatre. That old lady is like going home to Mom’s cooking, and she’s made foie gras. Gramadoelas welcomed, with their buffet and red wine to warm the senses. How fabulous to roll out of the restaurant at 19h58 and walk over to the theatre and seated by 20h00. Currently on at The Market Theatre is the Total MIAGI festival 2007. No MIAGI is not a Japanese Karate Master, MIAGI stands for Music Is A Good Investment. Indeed. On until the 27th of May – all around Jozi Last night we caught all female Jazz Quartet (but there were only three – best I get Nancy Drew on this). Think Erikah Badu, crossed with Cassandra Wilson and through in a bit of Billy Holiday and you kinda get what I’m talking about. They were supported, and I mean supported, by their band. You really go the feeling the band enjoyed making music with them, they had a lovely rapport. Melanie, Denys and Mandisa each took their turn to shine on the stage graced with rose-petals. There were a couple of technical hitches – the techie on stage adjusting microphones and a bit of confusion as to the playlist, but somehow it didn’t bother me. It seemed charming and gave insight into them as people. I think they love what they do. After a quick wine during the interval, the extremely talented Jonathan Crossley was on with his band of merry men from Knysna. Now this is someone who plays the guitar as if he was making love to it. He seems to enter a state of transcendence when he plays and up to a point if felt almost voyeuristic watching him. This performance was hampered by what seemed like quite a big technical glitch, in that (and please forgive my basic music knowledge) something came loose on the amplifier so as the band was really getting into their session, there was an irritating thumping from the amp. It was very distracting, and marred some fabulous piano work by Martin Wolfaard. You could see this was almost painful to Jonathan. The...
Support our brother site JHBLive
You know we roll like that. We big china’s with our big bro and sis urban culture websites JHBLive and Rage and have much respect for both of ’em. We’re all after a similar aim peeps – to encourage a good life for good people in a good city…So let’s spread the love. Yet again JHBLive are having one of their wicked Inna City parties on 2 June at the Bassline in Newtown – it’s a surefire fabulara night showcasing the latest in Jozi musical kulcha and one you don’t want to miss. BUT tickets are limited this year so make sure to buy yours soonest! Here’s the dope: Come join JHBLive as we bring you the Next Live Inna City event. Expect a groundbreaking blend of animation, video stories, live music, vicious vocals and Balkan beats, all blasting at you, from the notorious Bassline sound system, across two dance floors. All we need to make the evening complete is you.Your essential guide to urban life, JHBLive, has decided to bring you a multimedia, audio-visual experience that’s more than just a party. Live Inna City will blend jazz, breaks, hip-hop and cutting edge visuals to create an experience that won’t just provide you with sights and sounds to move your body to (though it will do that too), but that may just warp your mind as well. For one night only, we invite you to step into the future, and experience some of the most mind-altering talent this country has to offer. To all JHBlive users we are offering you tickets at R 40 less then the door price for this week only. The last Live inna city at Carfax was a full house with over 1800 people attending. For this event only 1000 tickets are on offer. Ensure that you get your early by clicking here. To all JHBlive users we are offering you tickets at R 40 less then the door price for this week only. The last Live inna city at Carfax was a full house with over 1800 people attending. For this event only 1000 tickets are on offer. Ensure that you get your early by .Event highlights:Closet Snare: One of Cape Town’s hottest new bands, blending intelligent jazz with irresistible raw grooves, Closet Snare comprises the members of the original Max Normal (minus Waddy) alongside South Africa’s best jazz drummer, Kesivan Naidoo, trombone/clarinet player Lee Thompson and visual artist Inge, who drops mind-warping visuals to the beats. It’s about time Closet Snare brought their masterful sound to Jozi. check out Closet Snares band profile on jhblive. video included Tumi The Volume’s frontman and one of the top rappers in...
Represent Recommends: CLEO Magazine
Summing it up in a few words for those of us short on time: Try it. If you’re a girlygirl, you’ll love it. If you’re a fashionable girlygirl you’ll like it. If you’re a working girl with a girlygirl sideline you’ll adore it. Watch out Heat, Glamour et al, newly-launched magazine Cleo packs a mean punch. It’s so full it’s almost too full, a little cleaning up and touch of minimalism in the layout could make for easier reading… but what girl can complain about a page-turner that features numerous hot mature men representin’ from chocolate to indie and easy content that appeals to the Jozipolitan in you (that’s you Representers). You can feel that Cleo is birthed in Jozi (as opposed to CT) and it’s full of local faces, opinions and celebs, with a good (nice and low) percentage of international flavour and a slight Aussie undertone here and there. Trendy, juicy and sexy – Cleo has a bit of everything – the digital side was well covered (cool website too) and we were delighted to see some full-page adverts for two new venues (gonna check them out.) We used our VISA card (debit of course ;0 )at our latest favourite shop (again) Big Blue and got the mag for free. *We didn’t know about the launch 🙁 * so we’re not sure what Cleo magazine costs but can guess about R20 something. It’s worth a bash ladies. Let’s see how the team takes a formidable launch edition forward. Bonne Chance mate! ...
Represent Recommends: PARTY PEOPLE
Get ready for your Monthly fix with the soulful sounds of Khenzero and his crew. This Saturday at Roka “Party People” features Khethi – some of you may recognise her from the cocacola colab album (2004?) where she sings the song “Be with Me” alongside 340ml and Jahseed. Khethi’s voice is amazing and reminds us of ZapMama’s and a little of Amel Larrieux (one of Editorista’s favourite vocalists who is about to release her new album) and we’re gonna go catch her for sure. See Khethi’s myspace here. There’s also “DJ Smokey B” from the UK on the decks… maybe a little Garage music geezer? Party People Sat 26 May 9pm Roka – 44 Stanley, Milpark R50 *************************** April Party People We hope we’ve given you enough to go with for the next few days… One more party that always rocks everyones boats with soul, old school, reggae, ragga, hiphop, local hits and acid jazz – PARTY PEOPLE with DJ Khenzero at Roka in Milpark. It’s this Sat 28 April 007 and looks to be some rockous fun. It’s at 9pm and the charge is R50 to get in. Click on the flyer and check out http://www.djkhenzero.co.za/ for more info on the fly DJ and email partypeople@gustoprojects.co.za for party info. Represent!...
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