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]
For the makers of Mixtapes
To all naysayers who thought mixtapes were a thing of the past, na na na na nah. We present the fabulous Muxtape. “A simple way to create mixtapes” Need we say more? Read all about Muxtape at...
Represent is Loving: Muhsinah
We have our money on US singer, producer and DJ “Muhsinah”. Three words for this fresh-faced newcomer: Ethereal. Unusual. Offbeat. We’ll let you do the rest of the discovering. We recommend “Wonders” from her just released “day.break 2.0”. Listen. MySpace. or Watch. Muhsinah will apparently go on tour to the UK in April. Lucky things. MUHSINAH Pronounced [mu•sē•nə] – Singer, producer, vigilante, lover, dreamer. Having landed on the musical radar like some kind of a phantom battleship, this Washington D.C. native continues to fires away at us, sinking nay-sayers and making a name for herself at a rate which some might consider alarming. Appearing on a slew of independent releases this year, Muhsinah has earned each and every title that’s been thrown her way- engineer/producer/composer/singer/songwriter/arranger/inspiration and the like. Contrary to popular misconception, Muhsinah was not dropped off on this planet by some enigmatic cosmic force; she hitched a ride on her own star. Incontrovertibly born a slave to the rhythm, this classically trained pianist has spent countless hours honing her skills, banging on velocity sensitive pads and brushing the dust from neatly stacked records; well worn relics, left behind from her mother’s days as a dj. With influences spanning from classical to psychedelic, jazz to world and back, the freshly transplanted Brooklyn resident has gained a newfound appreciation for space and the sound within the space. day.break – The official debut from the 24 year old phenom, is a culmination of these sounds. Entirely self-produced, day.break is in a sense a heartfelt homage to her inspirations, filled with thoughtful compositions and inspired wordplay. Often times, snatching inspiration right out of the air, Muhsinah employs whatever sonic element she sees fit to complete her hip hop braised, soul compositions which appear to fall perfectly on the tastier side of experimental. “A.M.” is our introduction to day.break. With it’s swirling harp solo, reminiscent of jazz great Alice Coltrane, Muhsinah’s layers her signature reverse vocal like a golden short-stack luring us to a dream-like state where are handed this breakfast in bed… which is swiftly snatched from under our chins by a morning alarm. We are awakened to “Reconstrut”, taken from day.break bonus track, “Reconstruction”, a remix of “Construction” from Muhsinah’s self-released – The Oscillations EP of 2005. It is at this point that Muhsinah’s growth as an artist should be marked, as she exhibits her ability to reinvision “classic hip hop” as “progressive future soul”. Leaving behind the key elements the made “Construction” a song adored by fans across the board, she manages to float ethereal vocals over rotund basslines and Rhodes-like roads in a way that makes the new version...
Meet our sister website JOVA
Editorista has been hard at it the last few months, creating the brand new JOVA community aimed at the creative industry in SA – it’s all about spreading the love. As always. Check out the JOVA website at www.jova.co.za – sign up for the newsletter and don’t forget to visit every day for your creative injection. She’d love your feedback, so drop her a line on info@jova.co.za. If you have content you think should be on there or you want to get involved – send her a mail. In fact, even if you just feel like saying Hello – holler....
Nice Idea SABC3!
We’re suprised that SABC 3 is sticking to the oh-so-90s continuity presenter format, but at least they’re trying a fresh approach – the presenters will sport up-and-coming young designers creations in April giving them a brilliant (and much needed) opportunity to flaunt their work to the nation. Nice idea. Let’s hope they can carry it off better than some of their announcements. SABC3 viewers will soon witness their favourite continuity presenters looking poised to take the catwalk by storm, when they go on air sporting creations by new upcoming young South African designers. Announcing the exciting new development at Audi Joburg Fashion Week, organisers African Fashion International (AFI) confirmed they have inked an agreement with SABC3 that will see young designers from previously disadvantaged backgrounds showcasing their wares to the more than seven million viewers who regularly tune in to the channel. For an initial period of six months from the beginning of April, the presenters – Zinzi Zungu, Thuli Zulu, Liezel van der Westhuizen, Dennis Tau and Jason Greer – will wear innovative homegrown creations that are certain to complement the channel’s aspirational identity and add a sprinkling of glamour to prime-time...
Ligwalagwala’s big bash
They’ve had a fabulous brand makeover and they’re turning 26 – two good reasons to throw an almighty bash in the gorgeous province of Mpumalanga. Plus they’re also one of SA’s fastest growing radio stations and they have a new DJ lineup… the party looks to rock – catch top artists on stage at the all day bash including DJ Oskido, Black Coffee, Zonke and Tina, Skwatta Kamp, Slikour and Lvovo, Kelly Khumalo and Bantu Soul. Read more below: Get ready to be blown away as we count down to the long anticipated Ligwalagwala FM 26th Birthday Bash. Taking place on Saturday 5 April, at the Lowveld Show Grounds from 9am you are assured to dance until you drop. This explosive celebration will not only focus on the 26 years that we have been on air bringing you mind boggling entertainment, it will also unveil the new DJ line up with an introduction of some of South Africa’s top personalities joining the station in April, and the revamped of the new logo and positioning. It will represent the positive afro-urban lifestyle without apology. With this new look and feel Ligwalagwala FM plans to revolutionize its Birthday celebration by bringing you hard hitting, flabbergasting entertainment. Put on your dance shoes as we leave you dancing the night away with our spectacular line-up. Featuring sounds from South Africa’s top entertainers, Durban Poizin, Malini, DJ Bongs, Mandoza and Pitch Black Afro, Pro Kid, DJ Sbu, Mpumalanga’s finest DJ Sdunkero and Nhlanhla. And as you remain spaced out with all this entertainment, the music takes you to more pulsating sounds with DJ Oskido, Black Coffee, Alaska, Spikiri, Zonke and Tina,Skwata Kamp, Native Squad, Slikour and Lvovo, Kelly Khumao, 3Sum, and Bantu Soul and Ligwalagwala FM’s Shabba. “We are very excited about our new brand positioning and logo refresh for the station, we have been working very hard behind the scene, doing extensive research and consulting with our listeners and advertising partners. The brand positioning will be complimented by our new refreshed on air offering”. Says Mfundo Ntsibande Marketing Manager. This staggering line-up will certainly place this event on the calendar of all events. Be there to witness this...
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