COMPETITION: Joburgers and the Holi Festival of Colours 2013
Are you ready to paint the town red…and blue and green and yellow. Don’t hesitate to add more colour… Part of the eight countries and 30 cities worldwide, the Johannesburg leg of the Holi Festival of Colours 2013 World Tour will transform The Mary Fitzgerald Square on the 14th of September 2013 into a multi-colour dance floor. South Africa’s rainbow nation will come together in this open-air venue and fill the space with bright yellows, reds, greens and blues in the sky, on beaming faces and lifting up from the floor on the beat of moving feet and the music that drives it. Holi is one of the largest festivals in India announcing the arrival of spring and the passing of winter and marks the victory of the good over the bad. During the celebrations the caste system is out of force and so all people are equal – the symbol for that are the colours – all people are equally coloured. The festival breathes an atmosphere of laughter and is an expression of joy with people burying their hatchets and throwing their worries to the wind. The Holi Festival of Colours Festival Joburg supports one of Holi’s biggest custom of loosening the strictness of social structures and bringing communities together in an exhilarating experience. Every hour on the hour from 15h00 a countdown culminates in partygoers throwing their powder into the air to create a massive explosion of colour. The coloured powder is environmentally friendly, non-toxic and allergen free. The line-up includes big names such as Goldfish, Crazy White Boy (Live)and DJ Fresh. Goldfish needs no introduction to South Africa. Their genre-defying mix of live instruments, House beats and searing live performances has seen Goldfish go from impromptu jams at a tiny beach club in Cape Town to headlining Amsterdam’s Olympic Stadium, cracking top 10 on the US iTunes Dance Chart, a residency at Pacha Ibiza with David Guetta and DJ’s like Fedde le Grand knocking on their door to remix their tracks. Crazy White Boy’s music can be described as a blend of Kwaito and House rhythms with little elements of electro, which the duo has coined as “Ghetto Tech”. It is this kind of music that has earned Crazy White Boy multiple Gold and Platinum selling albums, a South African Music Awards (SAMA) nomination for “Song of the Year” for their hit single, Love you Better in 2011 and a Metro Award nomination for “Best Group Album” in 2013. Their latest single, Zoma has been topping the charts on most South African radio stations. DJ Fresh is one of South Africa’s most-sought after mix masters. This much loved 5FM...
COMPETITION: The original Holi Festival of Colours comes to Cape Town.
You love colour? So do we. Details about the latest Holi Colour Festival after the jump. Cape Town it’s finally here. The original Holi Festival of Colours is coming to the Mother City. Get ready to paint the town red…and blue and green and yellow. The original Holi Festival of Colours 2013 World Tour, the first to take place in Europe, is now coming to Cape Town to transform Sahara Park Newlands on the 12th of October 2013 into a multi-coloured dance floor. Part of more than 10 countries and over 30 cities worldwide this is an event not to be missed. South Africa’s rainbow nation will come together in this open-air venue and fill the space with bright yellows, reds, greens and blues in the sky, on beaming faces and lifting up from the floor on the beat of moving feet and the music that drives it. Holi is one of the largest festivals in India announcing the arrival of spring and the passing of winterand marks the victory of the good over the bad. During the celebrations the caste system is out of force and so all people are equal – the symbol for that are the colours – all people are equally coloured. The festival breathes an atmosphere of laughter and is an expression of joy with people burying their hatchets and throwing their worries to the wind. The Holi Festival of Colours supports one of Holi’s biggest customs of loosening the strictness of social structures and bringing communities together in an exhilarating experience. Every hour on the hour from 15h00 a countdown culminates in partygoers throwing their powder into the air to create a massive explosion of colour. The coloured powder is environmentally friendly, non-toxic and allergen free. The first phase line-up includes big names such as LCNVL, Mi Casa, Roger Goode and Pascal & Pearce with the second phase line-up being released later this month. Locnville (LCNVL) is a multi-award winning and bestselling electronic duo consisting of twin brothers, Andrew and Brian Chaplin.Their latest offering, Faster Longer Mixtape, has received mass critical acclaim, spawning the chart topping singles, Closer and The Year 3000. Mi Casa is a band with unique individuals who bring their explosive talent together to create a unique and originalsound.The band members consist of Dr Duda, producer and club DJ, J-Something, vocalist and guitarist, and Mo-T the trumpeter. They blend their musical talent to create a soulful sound which incorporates soulful vocals, the guitar, keys and the trumpet. The much loved 5FM DJ, Roger Good has more than 10 years’ experience producing and hosting a variety of radio shows on radio, digital and online channels...
SIR FAUNTLEROY FASHION SHOWCASE 2013
For the love of men’s fashion, we are delighted to bring you an event worth attending. Find out the latest in men’s wear, what’s in and what is to come this Summer. Details after the jump. Johannesburg, Gauteng- September 06, 2013- showcase to embrace local and upcoming designers and men’s wear. “A well behaved man is a well dressed man” derived from the French term SIR FAUNTLEROY. This is not only fashion related; it however symbolizes how a gentleman carries himself. A man is not defined by the clothes he wears but by the way he exudes his confidence and charisma through his clothes. On 6th September 2013, Pop Sanity will be showcasing fashion for men’s wear. The event will be held at Sophiatown in Newtown, Johannesburg. Designers showcasing will include the likes of XO Royalty, Otiz Seflo, Sweet Ade, Ikitsi Fungee and Adohr JRD. This is a platform for upcoming designers to showcase their talents and passion for fashion. A way of giving men’s wear the attention it rightfully deserves and providing men with more fashionable options at an affordable price and easy accessibility. Pop Sanity would like to take this opportunity to also give back to the community, having worked with A Random Act of Love (AROL) before; we chose to use this opportunity to collect clothes, tinned food and toys for a charity home they have adopted. AROL is an NGO created by passionate individuals who just want to help those less fortunate. The event is a 3-4 hour event. This is an opportunity for our guests to network and designers to sell their products and build clientele. Pop Sanity would like to take this opportunity to thank our sponsors for their assistance in making this event possible. We acknowledge Remy Martin, Sofiatown, Pruth Magazine, Nu_vea and Red Bull for the their continuous commitment and support through this project. Our main sponsor for the evening will be Remy martin. Remy Martin is a brand that represents elegance, style and stature. Hence our association with the brand will be well acquainted. Having worked with Remy Martin before it is guaranteed that the event will be a great success. Complementary drinks will be available on arrival, courtesy of yours truly Remy Martin. Contact: Tshego Sebolao Visit Pop Sanity Blog Email: popsanity@gmail.com Pop Sanity on Twitter Pop Sanity on...
An Environmentalist with a Passion, Michael O’brien-Onyeka.
Represent caught up with Environmentalist Michael O’Brien-Onyeka, the Executive Director of Greenpeace Africa to discuss issues around Global Warming and to find out where Africa as a continent stands in the fight against this phenomenon. Read the interview after the jump. 1. What has been the number one priority in your portfolio as an environmental activist and why As a Pan African environmental activist on a continent where many are already feeling the impacts of devastating climate change, I am working as a catalyst; seeking solutions for, and promoting open, informed debate about society’s environmental choices. We can no longer continue to ignore the plight particularly of the many vulnerable women and men – who although did not necessarily contribute to global warming trends – are now having to deal with environmental and social injustice. As an activist, it is also about speaking truth to power irrespective of how uncomfortable we may feel or make others particularly governments and corporates feel. For me as an activist it is also about the courage to not simply think out of the box, but also being willing enough to throw away the box altogether in the quest to create a better legacy for humanity. For example if we continue allow over fishing to regulate the oceans in the Eastern oceans of Senegal, that would eventually result in an empty ocean which would mean an absence in the ecosystem which would ultimately affect all living creatures on earth for as we know everything lives off another. 2. What are the top main challenges Africa is facing when it comes to preserving the environment? This beautiful continent is at risk. Over 60% of Africa’s population is poor, faced with food insecurity, dwindling livelihoods, poor health and the impacts of decade long unsustainable resource exploitation, growing water scarcity, pollution and overfishing, just to name a few. The scale of the loss of species over the decades is scary to say the least, all made worse by the devastating impacts of climate change. In South Africa alone, poverty among youths is prevalent due to the extremely high number of unemployed youths, and this presents a major challenge. • Over 180 million people in sub Saharan Africa will be directly impacted by the consequences of global warming. • Food security in many African countries and regions will be severely affected by climate change. Agricultural losses are estimated to be possibly severe for several areas (like the Sahel, East Africa, and southern Africa) accompanied by changes in the length of growing periods impacting mixed rain-fed, arid and semi-arid systems becasuse of changes in the eco-system. · According to the...
Well Wishes to David Tshabalala.
“You’re only as good as your last show” is a quote the SoulProviders team carry with them in and out of the organisation as they manage some of the most exciting brands around. These words are also a testament regarding our own Graphic Designer, David Tshabalala, one of the chosen few to appear in a Vuzu reality show with Creative Union. As he embarks on this glitz and glam project (set to highlight him as one of the young Graphic Designers Johannesburg needs to watch) we at SP think he is worthy of the applause. To kick it all off, we summoned the big guns of SP, to share with us here at Represent Headquarters, their well wishes for David. Sibongiseni, Football Journalist, is quoted as saying “David is an amazing spirit. He likes his job and the variety of people that it brings. I wish him all the best.” While Dumile, Community Manager, says “Go get ’em creative beast! We have no doubts you’ll represent SP to the fullest.” David has been with SoulProviders for a good five months and he is one of the most sort after Graphic Designers the organisation has. Khumo and Violet also wish David the best of luck as he begins shooting for the reality show today. You wonder what gift David has, how we know he will succeed? Words from Thina, the creative copy master reveal that “David AKA Goliath Slayer AKA Davidooo AKA Magic Marker Man (just made that up, oooh & I like it) AKA Resident Design Extraordinaire. Show them what you got booooi. All the bestes.” We cannot deny the impact David’s skills have had on his colleagues. Even the newbie of the organisation, Gcobisa, had some encouraging second draft words to add: “As you usually avoid tedious human fallacy, excel in what you do and remember that greatness begets perfections. All the best sir!” Indeed, David is the “Sir” of his craft, the master of his territory and we appreciate the work. Vanessa, Community Manager and Editorial Head adds: “David’s work let’s the love shine through!” Bringing the fire is David’s speciality; his work speaks volumes about excellence. Of course, David still gets those random work/colleagues tease-him-jokes, Nokwanda, the resident IT maestro proves this when she says, “David’s got the driest humour but is still the coolest kid on the block” lol, you got jokes girl. Muntu, Digital Community Manager, extends his wishes and says “Be the paragon of digital perfection, see pixels in 3D and project your talent in that pulchritude portrait beyond expectations.” Yes, look up the word in the dictionary. The Head of Client Management,...
OF GOOD REPORT
If you’ve followed the banning of this film, like us you’ll be inquisitive as what caused such an uproar in the film industry. Now here’s your chance to watch the film and decide. Details after the jump. Jahmil XT Qubeka’s recently unbanned serial killer film, screens at the Bioscope this weekend. After engaging in an illicit affair with one of his pupils, teacher Parker Sithole spirals into an abyss of obsession that eventually turns to murder. A cinephile’s passionate homage to classic film noir, OF GOOD REPORT is a serial killer origins story about how a social misfit turns into an inadequate man hellbent on satisfying his shameful lust. It is Little Red Riding Hood, told from the wolf’s perspective. WATCH TRAILER + BUY...
Proudly brought to you by:
