Represent Competition: Win with DORP!
Many old faithful SA rockers will remember DORP the band that rocked our world’s mid to late 90’s. We have to give a massive big ups to these guys for never giving up – seems like their time is now as their single “London out there” (video) gathers some traction in the UK where they are now based. They’re bringing it home in August and we have an awesome prize for a lucky Representah to celebrate their return: a Dorp goodiebag filled with: Limited edition CD single, 2 different limited edition vinyls, Dorp Sticker, T shirt and 2 tickets into a dorp show on their tour to SA… Awesome hey? Simply read the article below, email editor@represent.co.za with your name, age and cell number and answer the question: “What is the name of the brand new DORP single ?” (Clue: they’re coming to shoot the video here.) Read all about their backstory below. Following on from their hugely successful SA tour in December 2006 and the incredible response from radio to their previous single, “London Out There”, Dorp return to South Africa in August of this year for 8 date tour and video shoot AND to release their latest single , “Simon Says’. “As Kevin and I are from SA, we always like to return as much as we can,” commented lead singer Piet Bez, “But nowadays its also a business pleasure. We are so pleased that the South African music public has taken to our new music so well, and its great to play to a home town crowd. The best part is that our French DJ and English drummer also absolutely love it!” The tour stretches from Oppikoppi in the North, to Cape Town, back to Durban and returns to Johannesburg before August is out. The band will also be taking time out to shoot a new music video and the public is warned to listen out for the new single, Simon Says from their forthcoming album, on radio stations countrywide. The Tour Thursday 09 August Oppikoppi Festival Friday 10August Johannesburg The Dome Thursday 16 August Stellenbosch Hidden Cellar Friday 17.August Cape Town Mercury Live Saturday 18 August Durban Burn Wednesday 22August Pretoria Tings ‘n Times Friday 24 August Johannesburg Roxy’s Sat 25 August Johannesburg 5FM Live For more on the band and their London life, visit www.myspace.com/dorp An Illuminating History of Dorp Way back in the dusts of time, circa 1996, a gang of old School friends got together in Somerset West to create the then Boere-Ska band that was to become known as Dorp. This entity spent seven years developing a reputation for infectious, totally mad live shows and released three albums and an EP in South Arica, before...
Represent is loving: Robin Thicke
Move over JT, Robin Thicke is ready to be the new trousersnake. Could be a nice change. The 30 year old blue-eyed Canadian boy is currently filling our days with his sexy sounds (some boys may argue this point), if you’ve also been wondering who the gentle crooner is, make sure you put a face and name to the voice by watching the video of his acoustic hit song “Lost without you” right here.. We’ve already heard the track on YFM and seen his video on late night TV – we hope you’re loving his sultry style as much as we are… Hear his latest single “Can U Believe” here – ooooh we love that cheesy opening. Read all about Robin Thicke on Wikipedia. Get your hands on Robin Thicke’s album Evolution. Watch another video of a hairy Robin in 2002 before he got the slick Timberlake look here – “When I get you alone” – also sounds...
Oppikoppi Pulls out the Stops
Oppikoppi have upped their game – we’re guessing to widen the net and bring in a more diverse crowd – also as a way to fire-up their growing popularity – so guys, how can you not take up the offer and Represent. Groove Armada (wow!), 340ml, HHP, Lark, Dirty Skirts, DJ Khenzero, Violent Femmes, Harris Tweed, Kwani Experience, Max Normal Tumi, Zubz, Zuluboy, Fokofpolisiekar… it goes on. R399. 9-11 August. NW. Tempted? If not then how about “Dagga Davis” and “DJ Afro Whitie” 😉 We’ll try hook up some ticket give-aways. Oppikoppi.co.za Represent Tips: plan ahead, go in a group of chomees, take a proper tent, loads of wood, loads of whatever warms you, loads of blankets, a mattress, cash for munchies en beer, looroll, torches, energy drinks, hoodies en gloves… it’s awesome maar it can be fkn koud. Camping in comfort obligatory for full effect. BTW, has anyone else noticed the DASSIE emerging as a sub-culture icon… it’s moment is clearly here. Fabulous graphics! OPPIKOPPI: THE WAY OF THE DASSIE 9- 11 August 2007 Brought to you and us by Levis® Original Music, Jose Cuervo Tequila and MK. Dassies, Dassies everywhere! And not a drop to drink. Well sort of. Although there are many types of Dassies and most do not need that much of drink (check out Maxnormal.TV for a full list). And looking at the lineup confirmed for the festival there won’t be much time for ocean faring and other Dassies to spend at the convivial bars of the bushveld farm. Not only has some of the South African heavy weights added there hats to the annual tune extravaganza list, but for the first time ever OppiKoppi will be playing host to a day full of international and South African artists on the inaugural Ampli5 music tour. Effectively this means a whole lot more Dassie power for everyone: just like the Dalai Dassie. A full alphabetical list of the acts to perform over the course of the weekend is listed below with daily breakdowns available from http://www.oppikoppi.co.za/ soon: The Ampli5 line-up is as follows: (See mini band biographies at the end of this press release.) – Dev and the Dudes vs. Max Normal – Dorp – Fokofpolisiekar – Groove Armada – HHP – Jimmy Eat World – Love Jones – Stanton Warriors – The Loose Cannons – The Parlotones – Violent Femmes – Young Blood Brass Band The rest of the line-up for the weekend, is as follows: – 340ml – Andries Bezuidenhout – Architecture of Aggresion – Bed on Bricks – Blunted Stuntman – Bouvevard Blues – Chris Cameleon – Closet Snare – Cooper (NL) – Dagga Davis – Desmond and...
Represent! LIVE EARTH – this Sat 07.07.07.
It’s all happening this special day 7 of the 7th of 07 – here’s the final line-up – even Naomi is in the house… We want to know who’s going to Live Earth and who you’re excited to see – please write a comment at the bottom of the post. Joss as a headline with our faves UB40 and Zola, plus superb talent of Angelique Kidjo and Vusi Mahlasela and all the others – it all adds up to be a proudly SA and Africa gig – 24 hours, 2 billion viewers – wow. It gets a big thumbs up. We hope the people… Represent! JOSS STONE, UB40, ANGELIQUE KIDJO, BAABA MAAL, SOWETO GOSPEL CHOIR, DANNY K, THE PARLOTONES,VUSI MAHLASELA & ZOLA LINE UP FOR LIVE EARTH SOUTH AFRICA. R371.00: Retractable Blocks A to J and ZA to ZB raised seating R346.00: Golden Circle Standing, R269.00: Retractable Blocks K to Z raised seating R269.00: Floor Standing, Disabled Platform R191.00: Mezzanine raised seating Tickets Available at www.computicket.com Live Earth SA, now staged at the Coca-Cola Dome, is part of the 24 Hour, 7 Continent Concert Series to Combat Global Warming which begins in Sydney on July 7 2007, and continues across 7 continents with events in Sydney, Tokyo, Shanghai, Johannesburg, London, Hamburg, and Rio de Janeiro, before concluding in New York. The concerts will be broadcast to over 2 Billion people world-wide. The Johannesburg leg of the series will feature British soul, R&B, and blues singer, songwriter, JOSS STONE. Joss has sold over nine million albums worldwide, with her electrifying mix of vintage soul, ’70s-style R&B, Motown harmonies and jazzy grooves, and won numerous awards, including 2 Brits and a Grammy. She also holds the record for the youngest female to top the UK Chart, and the highest debut for a British solo female on the U.S charts. Along with Coldplay lead singer Chris Martin and U2 lead singer Bono, Joss joined Band Aid 20 in 2004, to benefit Darfur, and also performed at 2005’s Live 8 concert in London. Fellow Brits UB40 will also be performing. Their combined single and album sales exceed 70 million, featuring 51 hit singles, and they’ve had No.1 hits in almost every known chart. The group has won the highly prestigious Ivor Novello Award for International Achievement, joined other music greats for a historic performance at LIVE 8, and were nominated for Best Reggae Album at last year’s Grammy Awards. The eight self-taught musicians have combined musical excellence with social conscience in a way that remains unrivalled in this or any other era. Beninese four-time Grammy-nominated, singer, composer, and performer ANGELIQUE KIDJO will be one of...
Represent Review: Omar Pene
How we wish we could have been there to get down with The Matrix as he swung his hips to Senegalese rhythms transfixed by the backing singers agility. Despite his opening sentence, we’re sure he had no problem doing the kwasa-kwasa at Kippies: Change is good they say, but I have to admit, I’m a bit nervous when it comes to dealing with cultural adjustments and their resulting (pre-requisite) behaviour. Well, to sift through the chuff – I plunged head first into unbeknown territory when I marched into Newtown’s legendary Jazz club – Kippies International – to attend the live music show from Senegal’s jazz star: Omar Pene. The atmosphere on 66 Quinn Str (Cnr Carr) was made lively by the opening act: Nathi and the Band performing a remix of the famous “Mangwane Mpulele” with all of us automatically joining in! The mood became emotional as we all listened as one to the poignant title track: Soze- a dedication to his late sister who passed away from an AIDS related illness. Nathi has dedicated the track to all live with HIV/AIDS. (Nathi/Soze, the album is out on sale now!) Apart from the annoying bankcard machines being offline, the ambience was groovy, welcoming and conducive to a good night in Jozi`s cultural heartland – Newtown. Then came the cultural twist as Omar Pene took us on a hip-swinging journey of authentic Senegalese dance floor tunes, even the Matrix lost all control and hit the dance floor Big Time. Kippies had a true multicultural audience on Friday; all paying homage to the singing sensation that is Omar Pene; there were us Darkies (dressed to shame the devil as usual), Whities in their droves (well prinked up too admittedly!) and enthusiasts of all sorts! Omar had us eating out his hands as we got down to the elaborate “Kwasa-Kwasa” dance of North West African origins, shaking it till the end. At one point I found myself multitasking as I gasped, stared and pondered on how horrified the Teasers girls would be if they could witness the things which Mr. Pene`s lead backup singer and beloved daughter could do with (just) her hips (Ka Mmago!!!). Omar Pene came to South Africa to perform at the Durban Film Festival, but owing to the dedication of Africa Synergy and the support of Kaya FM to the continuous development of a cultured Jozi inner City, Kippies international became the proud host of this ingenious and indigenous Senegalese artist. Nothing could have been more befitting and so rewarding! How grateful we are to have such culturally inclined international music supporters such as Africa Synergy, Kippies International and Kaya FM. For loads...
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