Representin’ DK
Ayobayo… we’re not sure who DK is but she’s striking a pose ‘cos it’s her birthday in Sunnyside, Pretoria tonight and the ladies are representin’ on the decks…...
Must see: Hilarious Sho’t Left ads
If you haven’t seen the Sho’t Left ads – check out the article on our sister site JOVA at www.jova.co.za. Show some love. HILARIOUS. Make sure to watch the American version...
Global music we’re listening to
You can’t keep our musical tastes in one box. And if you thought you could you obviously don’t know us at all. Yesterday was Ayo, today Soko. We share our Songza playlist with you. Amy Macdonald – The Scottish teen singing sensation has something about her. Soko – We’ve already told you about the scary French girl who Weeell keeeel ‘er if she catches ‘er. The DO Band – A multi-Euro band from Helsinski, France and Finland – their hit On My Shoulders is blasting its way up the charts. Duffy – If you haven’t heard the Welsh bombshell sing it 60s style, you’re out of touch. Alice Smith – big voiced New York soulful babe – we’re keeping a close eye on...
Represent is loving: Ayo
We just can’t get enough of young German/Nigerian singer and guitarist Ayo – think chilled out sweet reggae and soulful acoustic rhythms that zoom you instantly to a beach somewhere hot and colourful, the slight Lauryn Hill accents giving Ayo’s voice a depth we love. “AYO is a German born artist, the offspring of a Nigerian father who had come to Germany to study in the 1970s, and sometimes worked as a DJ, and a mother who is a gypsy. AYOs rather unusual name means joy in Yoruba. Her rich cultural background is also reflected in her musical influences. She grew up amidst Pink Floyd and Fela Kuti, the Soul Children and Bob Marley, and many others.” Ayp’s Myspace here. Watch the video of her single “Down on my knees” below:...
Kasi Deep Zone
We’re not sure what this teaser is all about… but we’ll start by posting it and let you know where it goes.
Queen Rania demystifies being Muslim
Need we say more? Here is an example of the kind of leadership we all need more of. Jordan’s beautiful Queen Rania invites the world to ask her questions about being Muslim. Simple. Watch the video to understand the power of opening up communication, promoting understanding and demystifying that which we have been TAUGHT to fear. [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TFf897bUW2Y[/youtube]
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