TICKETS! Awesome RJ Benjamin @ 88
*To win a pair of tickets for Wednesday please email the editor with subject RJ, include your name, age and cell number asap!* Here’s a chance to get up close with rising star RJ Benjamin (read Represent interview here) at an intimate acoustic session at 88 in Norwood – we don’t know Natalia from CT but let’s give her a warm Jozi welcome… and Menage-a-Trois rings a bell – we’ll try send someone to cover it. And we’ll try and get some tickets while we are at it. RJ Benjamin – Natalia (Cpt) – Menage a Trois @ 88 Lounge – Wednesday 13th June An evening of acoustic RnB, Soul, Folk, Pop and just maybe a little bit of Rock is in store when RJ Benjamin takes to the stage supported by a guitarist, drummer and some surprise guest appearances, alongside Natalia the special guest folk /pop singer songwriter from Cape Town, and the beloved trio from Pretoria, Ménage a Trois. Dates: Wednesday 13th June Venue: 88 Lounge Address: 114 William Road, Norwood Entrance: R40, Members R30 Info: 076-590-0564 or MovementMedia@gmail.com Websites:; http://www.88.co.za/ – www.rock.co.za/natalia Line Up: RJ Benjamin – Natalia (Cpt) – Ménage a Trois (Pta) Write Ups RJ Benjamin He’s established himself as a regular on local radio stations, and has been hailed by some as the one of the best composer/singer/musicians this country has ever produced. His debut album, Who I Am is best described as funkadelic neo soul played by top jazz session musicians and accompanied by RJs sultry, sexy voice, the album is skilful, intelligent and highly accessible to music lovers across the board. Look out for his second album offering due for release soon, and expect some surprise vocal guests alongside a guitarist and drummer. Ménage à Trois The trio performs an exclusive blend of bass driven funk and folk rock with each of the band members contributing their own initiative to the project. The music trancends many different styles and genres, and draws from an array of musical influences, including Ani DiFranco and The Dave Matthews Band. Natalia The young singer song writer from the Mother City is currently on her second tour of Joburg, having performed the Cape Town circuit since the tender age of 15, she’s already had the honour of sharing the stage with the legendary Rodriguez on his latest SA tour....
Party: House Afrika Hot Groove Party
Looking for a party this weekend? Well, the House Afrika Crew is asking you to come groove with them at the Hot Groove Party on Friday 23 February ’07 at The 88 Lounge, Norwood. DJ’s Tim White, Vinny Da Vinci, Kanunu, Charlie b and Kenny. Doors open at 9pm- be...
Goodbye Winter, Hello Spring!
We know just what the doctor ordered to take away the WINTER BLUES! The ‘DOCTOR’ said that all children of this nation MUST DANCE! The last days of August, and supposedly winter, are upon us. Accordingly, The 88 Lounge has lined up some of the best live music to take you from the winter chill and into Springs Embrace. The last days of winter at The 88 Lounge are populated by Harris Tweed, 340ML,… The Rudimentals and The Flash republic, in a week-long extravaganza to usher in the warm weather. As always, 88 brings you the best South African music, no matter what the genre, and this last week of August is no exception. Make sure you get your seat in for the last hurrahs of winter and bring in the summer with a spring bash to remember at the 88 Lounge. DATES AND DAMAGES: Wednesday 30th August: Harris Tweed is in the house, and R30 gets you in the mix. On the first day of the month of spring, come midnight jamming with 340ml @ R70 for non-members and R50 for members. The 2nd of September sees Flash Republic bring down the roof! You need R70 if are not a member and R50 if you are! DOORS OPEN AT 20H00 FOR ALL THESE GIGS! In case you don’t know, The 88 Lounge is situated at 114 William Road, Norwood, corner Grant Ave. (Opposite the Spar parking lot, next to Woolworths.) For more info, you can ring them up at: (011) 728 8417, otherwise see you there!...
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