Represent Recommends: Mkonto Sessions
We’re recommending this gig not only because it’s a fresh underground event in downtown Jozi city but also because Nceba, one of the hardest working promoters and arts supporters we know, is in the team behind it. If you love HipHop get down to The Penthouse in central Jozi on Friday for a sublime night featuring one of best emcees Tumi and his Dj Papercut, it will be worth it. Mosdef.
Mkonto events were formed in 2002 and the first show done was at Mega music. This event showcased artists such as Tumi and the Volume, Spykos, Goddessa for the first time to a large audience in Johannesburg. Mkonto productions also produced the South African and Swedish exchange program, which saw South African and Swedish artists tour the country (Jo’burg, Durban, Cape Town).
It’s a platform for conscious artists that use the music to create awareness about heritage, celebrating what we are today, remembering our culture and highlighting the positives of our history. The sessions showcase the best local altenative music in Johannesburg by promoting both recorded and independent artists.
Mkonto 24 August 2007
Tumi and Dj Papercut
Two time 2007 SAMA award nominee (Music from my good eye). Tumi launched his second album with The Volume in Canada. He has just returned from a tour in France and has been invited back to Europe.
LEVI pon the mic
SA dub sensation, fresh from an international tour (Reunion Islands) with 340ml.
RHAMNCWA
Prolific spaza (vern.) MC. Currently co-hosting Cipher (SABC1, Thursdays).
DJ Bionic
Pioneer, legendary local hip-hop Dj who has played in Africa and has gone as far as New York City.
Suprise acts be Herby Dangerous from Zimbabwe and more..
Date: 24 August 2007
Place: The Penthouse (Corner Fox and Von Brandis. next to Carlton Centre)
Time: 8:30pm
Admission: R50
Contact: CIA 076-249-4167
Email: meanzit@yahoo.com, brendasix@webmail.com, ncebam@gmail.com
