Represent Review: Pro (kid) and Jus Dat
The Matrix is back… and like a fine smooth wine, the Matrix’s reviews just make you want more. Matrix for President! Check out his Represent Photo Story of the night unfolding here. It’s Friday night and you find yourself confronted with two choices; go home and call it a day or hop around town looking for some fun. What do you do? You freaking well get off that couch, drop the remote control and hit any if not all party scenes very, very hard! So, it’s Friday June 20th and after a short-lived period of serious introspection and self-discovery; the Matrix decided to take you in his confidence and go on a renewed conquest to capture and immortalize those special moments in Jozi’s social night life (xenophobia banished to the depths of Hades and all) which make you want to scream, kick, rant and shout for yet another round! To true party hoppers and the fervent whiskey/ bourbon connoisseur; Jack Daniels hardly tops the list of flagship “A – list” party sponsors, but hey beggars were never afforded the luxury nor the prerogative of exercising individual choices right? Although that dethroned French queen once suggested that they can but for one day be fed tons of well baked cake! I wonder where she got that idea from… Anyhow; moving along…, maybe it was the setting of the Jack Daniels Presents PRO (kid) and Jus Dat! Rap Unwrapped event which made me abandon my somewhat redundant hibernation for the thrill of night life again (or was it the enticement of Tennessee’s whiskey/ bourbon splashing all over my tongue the entire night?…How I wished!), whatever it was, it surely did a darn good job because right now; my craving for an active social night life has never been this sky—high! THE EVENT At first glance, the sheer size of Milpark`s Rocka Lounge does not look the type to stage any hip-hop event (with its first impressions leaving a lot to be desired) and let alone the venue’s capability to handle the rowdiness of the sort of hip (excuse the pun!) crowd which Hip-Hop tends to attract. However to my absolute bedazzlement; the venue`s capacity was perfectly suited and equally conducive to an enjoyable evening in secluded comfort and acute serenity. And the cherry on top? The beautiful women (especially the ONE xhosanova! O ya ndi thethisa sana!!) After what seemed to be a never ending repertoire of familiar dance-floor tunes, two in-house Disc Jockeys propelled the atmosphere from a somewhat relaxed mood to one that just said: “Get up and shake that thing till something breaks loose!” However, in my opinion...
Sunday Bloody Sunday in Durbs
Nothing like great live music to sweep away the Sunday blues, Durbanite, you’re in luck, get to Harvey Wallbangers on Sunday 15th June 2008 round 5pm for ELIZABETH, GONZO REPUBLIC & THE PRIVATES. It’s FREE too! Check out the bands below: Elizabeth is a combination of three talented artists from Durban with a style that is different and harmonies that are creatively crafted and delivered in an original sound. Elizabeth was born out of pure love. Love for music, love for lovers, love for family, love for friends, love for hurting and love for life. Check out Elizabeth on www.reverbnation.com/elizabethdurban Gonzo Republic teams up again with The Privates International band after doing an amazing show in Johannesburg earlier this month. Gonzo Republic is made up of 4 talented musicians and they are currently busy with their debut album and have already got an EP out. You can listen to Gonzo Republic on www.myspace.com/gonzorepublicband The Privates International band have released their self titled album and have been performing and wowing crowds all over South Africa with their sound that has been described as Hectic-Eclectic. The band has also just completed a music video for the song ‘Magical Day’ yes the show promises to be one of those unforgettable nights. Check out The Privates International band on www.myspace.com/theprivatesinternationalband The event starts at 5pm at Harvery Wallbangerz and it is free entry. Harveys is on corner of Broadway and Kensington Drive in Durban North. Tel: (031) 563...
kidofdoom @ Fuel this Saturday
If you haven’t caught kidofdoom‘s entrancing light sabre musical treat, make sure you get to Fuel this Saturday night 31 May 2008 for a sublime twist in the Unsound system line up – 9pm, R50 gets you in. No lyrics from kidofdoom – just some of the most hauntingly addictive, unclassifiable non-vocal music around. They come to UNSOUND SYSTEM with an open-minded approach to songwriting that transcends the obvious whilst rocking dancefloors. It’s epic, hypnotic, groove-soaked, driving, dark and uplifting – all at once. And it’s a sound that has turned South Africa’s indie scene on. Big time. We’re so super excited that this truly innovative band is playing, and welcome a shared attitude towards musicality – one that disbands convention in the quest for something truly original. Keeping your dancing shoes busy either side of kidofdoom are resident groove-riders Offbeat and Dexterity, armed with loads of wonky, wistful, weird and wonderful delights, and the klassikist who debuts here with an illuminating mix of 80s-retro-alt-pop-counter-culture-unclassics. Head in the clouds, feet on the ground: dance time! And to top it off Sassquatch is on visual duty, bringing his sharp eye and impeccable taste to the VJ booth. Home = boredom. Fuel Café = untold...
Ballet & more in G-town this year
Ah, we just got all misty-eyed and nostalgic for the spirit of the Grahamstown festival when Editorista was a student and made the pilgrimage every year with her chomees to top up her creative side… Not so long ago! We encourage everyone that loves art, music, theatre, dance, markets, walking around, great food, partying, a vibrant community spirit and meeting people from all over the world to get to this year’s Grahamstown National Arts festival. First up on the announcements is the phenomenal SA Ballet Theatre company with their performance of Don Quixote taking place in the first week of July. The country’s foremost ballet company visits The National Arts Festival in Grahamstown with an extended version of Don Quixote produced by SA Ballet Theatre Principal dancer and Coach Christian Tátchev. The feisty, funny story ballet Don Quixote is set in sunny Spain and features stars of The SA Ballet Theatre including Principals Angela Malan, Burnise Silvius, Andries Weidemann and Michael Revie. This production of Don Quixote premiered in July 2007 at The South African State Theatre to critical review. All the performances will be accompanied by The Cape Philharmonic Orchestra under the baton of Maestro Michael Hankinson. There will be three performances between 2 to 5 July at the 1820 Settler’s Monument. SABT has been invited to perform on the festival’s Main programme. Performances: 2 July 19h00 3 July 19h00 5 July 10h30 Bookings may be made at Computicket from May 5th on 083 915 8000 or visit www.computicket.com. For further information, please contact the Festival office on 046 603 1103 or email...
VASBYT with Gonzo Republic et al
You do the sums, R30 for three bands means 10 ronde each – what a bargain ek se! Rockers unite at the ever-grungy Bohemian in Melville 7th June for Gonzo Republic, The Hellphones and The Uncut… Everyone hold up, Jo’burg is about to get a dose of South Africa’s three exceptionally talented bands; Gonzo Republic, The Hellphones and The Uncut will be teaming together to bring you a smashing show on the 7th June at The Bohemian. Gonzo Republic is a four piece alternate rock band from Durban. “Alternate’ because the guitaring and vocals swing the groove deep and dirty. The musicians bringing you Gonzo Republic are Clay (vocals), Josh (guitars), Steve (drums) and Noj (bass). Gonzo Republic is a hybrid version of all the dirty rocking groove bands you can think of, culminating into new grooves of rock. Check them out on www.myspace.com/gonzorepublicband The Hellphones hail from Johannesburg’s East Rand. A five piece band consisting of vocalist Ten-Elliot, lead guitarist Fredriguez, rhythm guitarist Joe Flow, bassist Jonzila and drummer Eddie Rastelli; The Hellphones play a startling mix of old school rock ‘n roll infused with modern guitar pop and good old fashioned attitude. Following an assortment of live and demo successes; their debut album, “This Is How” was released in July 2006 & received hoards of remarkable reviews. “…a great band with even greater possibility and potential. Watch, listen and don’t be left behind” Jason Curtis, Musica Pulse Magazine. Get in touch with The Hellphones on www.hellphones.co.za The Uncut is essentially two groups of friends that joined forces to become one of the top bands this country has ever seen. All of the members were studying jazz before the group was formed and considered to be some of the top musicians in their community. With influences from genres ranging from Blues to jazz to indie rock; The Uncut has developed an original and truly unique style that continues to turn heads at an alarming rate. Get in touch with The Uncut on www.theuncut.co.za The show starts at 8pm, R30 gets you in so be sure to be there on time and not miss out on this once off event. The Bohemian is on No. 5 Park Road, Richmond. Tel: 011 482...
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