Thursday, 19 December 2013
AKA named one of Cosmopolitan's sexiest men 2014
AKA is also featured on the cover of the newly released issue of Blaque magazine which is available at Exclusive Books, airports and select convenience stores.
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Friday, 6 December 2013
RIP TaTa
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Tuesday, 3 December 2013
Wednesday, 27 November 2013
Maftown Heights #AddSomeFlavour with Flying Fish SA
Join in on the conversation this week by adding the hashtag #AddSomeFlavour to your tweets.
Computicket Purchase Link:
http://www.computicket.mobi/mobile/event/performance/398777645?nocache=13847570425289b73283beb
Watch Maftown Heights promo video here: http://youtu.be/pFvjOSETVnI
Tickets Prices at the door:
General Admission
- R300 at the door
Golden Circle
- R400 at the door
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Twitter: @MaftownHeights
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HNiecxY-fg0
Web: http://www.maftownheights.co.za/
Line-Up:
Motswako Crew:
Khuli Chana, HHP, Morafe, Molemi, Tuks, Cassper Nyovest, Hash 1, KT, Flex Boogie, Notshi, JR,
Lection, Kgosi Pampier, Beatjunky
Friends of Motswako:
Ice Prince, AKA, Da L.E.S, Teargas, Reason, iFani, Pro, L-Tido
Special Guests:
Mafikizolo
DJs:
Ms Cosmo, Dimplez, Vigilante, Sphe, Naves, Zan D, Speedsta, Capital, Major League DJz, Akio, Raiko, P-Kuttah, Coco, Lemonka, Big Boy
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Sunday, 24 November 2013
Wednesday, 20 November 2013
Ms Cosmo to MC the opening night of Soweto Fashion Week
Soweto Fashion Week is a podium that inspires and supports to build consciousness of upcoming and established designers in South Africa, particularly those based in Soweto.
"I'm quite excited about the Soweto Fashion Week. It's a great time for fashion and for young designers as a whole. Soweto is rising as the new hub of haute couture. To present this to the fashion world makes it all the more enticing!" expresses Ms Cosmo.
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Thursday, 14 November 2013
THE SHOW MUST GO ON!!!
WITH PASSION COMES SUCCESS. |
The 1st annual WestrandFashionShow took place as promised by the organises Carol and Refilwe.
The show started out very slow but with a blink of an eye the show picked up momentum. The designers were running around making sure that all is well with the story they about to tell with their creations. Models- Make-up-Go, that was the countdown for the night.
The beautiful Masego Kunupi, owner of Chique Beauty Westrand also ensured great order on the stage as she was the MC for the night.
Entertainment such as dancing and singing lightened up the atmosphere but at some point I felt like it was taking over the designers' time to showcase their talent.
Westrand designers were the important factor of the night and they sure made us understand that. Moropa, Neo, Katlego, Mpho M, Karabo and Mpho T were the six designers that showcased their skills and passion; Suenel as the surprise designer for the night.
These designers were afraid to show that Westrand has the potential to open doors that aren't meant to be opened when it comes to fashion but their drive and love for their craft showed that they are more than hungry to learn.
Denim and African print played its rounds on the stage but it wasn't daring enough. When I saw silk and sheer fabric just to name a few hit the runway I thought to myself "We on our way to fashion victory".
The designers feared to set trends but we give them five stars for knowing what was trending at that moment so we saw denim on denim, pattern on pattern and some pop-art on the runway a numerous amount of times.
Monochromes and neutral colours were missing but with exposure comes experience so I do believe with the next WestrandFashionShow we will be in for a surprise.
Carol and Refilwe took the first step to what Westrand will soon call "THE IT" event.
Friday, 8 November 2013
Maftown Heights Artist Spotlight – CassperNyovest
Inspired by his late brother "KhotsoMotebangPhoolo" who was a rapper but sadly passed on in 2003, Cassper decided to take on the music world and hasn't looked back since.
In 2008 at age 17 Cassper got a record deal with "Impact Sounds", arguably the strongest Motswako label at the time with artists like TuksSenganga& Morafe. After committing 2 full years of his career without signs of his album dropping he decided to part ways with the label to start his own label "Press Play Music".
HipHop Pantsula featured Cassper on his album Dumela joint 'WamtsebaMtho', heavily contributing to his respect by the game as a Motswako artist. HHP's "WamTsebaMtour" put him at stages across South Africa. Working with Jabba has boosted Cassper's young music career to amazing levels, performing all over South Africa multiple times, and crossing over to international shows in Botswana, Ghana, Lesotho, Namibia, and Mozambique. He also toured with HHP and Tuks to UK in December 2011 performing in Camden, London and Milton Keyes.
This year, CassperNyovest teamed up with OkMalumKoolKat to produce one of the best South African rap tracks of the year, "Gusheshe". "Gusheshe" has also given CassperNyovest nominations for the upcoming SA Hip Hop Awards in the categories: "Best Video", "Best Collaboration", "Song of The Year" and "Best Freshman".
What do you think is the relevance of indigenous language in giving African Hip Hop a unique, exportable identity?
I don't know how to answer this question… I'm also caught in between the western influence and the urge to discover an African sound.
What are you looking forward to the most about performing at Maftown Heights this year?
I wanna F**k S**t up!
Why should people come see you at Maftown Heights this year/What can they expect?
Because my mom is gonna be there and I wouldn't want her to see an empty show... She would be on some "You're good nana marabathobakaekante"..Lol.. Well man.. They should expect to see the rise of a living legend..Haha..Yo man.. Just come to the show, it's gonna be dope!!
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Tuesday, 5 November 2013
Gospel goes Global
The world-renowned South African Grammy Award winning world music group, Soweto Gospel Choir, has inked a deal with Universal Music`s prestigious Classics label in the United States that will see the group`s current album "Divine Decade" distributed throughout North America and Canada.
Since their formation in 2002 Soweto Gospel Choir has racked up a string of accolades that would be the envy of even the biggest global pop star, including among others:
The No.1 spot on Billboard`s World Music Chart with their debut album "Voices from Heaven".
An American Gospel Music Award for "Best International Choir".
2 Grammy "Best Traditional World Music" Awards for their albums "Blessed" and "African Spirit".
An Emmy Award for their collaboration with U2 for ESPN's 2010 FIFA World Cup promotion.
An Oscar nomination for their collaboration with Peter Gabriel for Disney's "Wall-E".
Performances and collaborations with superstars as diverse as Celine Dion, The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Josh Groban, Diana Ross, BeBe Winans, Peter Gabriel, John Legend, U2, Robert Plant, Aretha Franklin and many more.
NB see attached `The Story..So Far" for a full breakdown of international and local awards as well as career highlights.
Elizabeth Sobol, President & CEO, Universal Music Classics had this to say about the signing " Soweto Gospel Choir has been a powerful and important presence on the American scene, bringing their inspiring music to concert halls across the US. Universal Music Classics is proud to be part of the Choir's 10th Anniversary celebration as we release "Divine Decade" in conjunction with their Spring 2014 US tour. Universal Music MD, Randall Abrahams, commented " The choir have been a fixture on the international touring circuit and are one of South Africa's most significant musical assets. I'm extremely happy to see this landmark album released in the US market. I believe it will garner a diverse audience of listeners who will be enthralled by the choir's songs and arrangements"
The choir`s "10th Anniversary Celebration" US tour kicks off in Florida on February 4 before rolling across America over two and half months, ending in Arizona on April 19. Soweto Gospel Choir`s 6th album, "Divine Decade", which celebrates the group`s 10th anniversary, was released to critical and commercial acclaim earlier this year.It features collaborations with a host of international and national stars including among others, U2, Zahara, Elvis Blue, Robert Plant, Johnny Clegg and Yvonne Chaka Chaka with Ladysmith Black Mambazo .
10 years on and the Soweto Gospel Choir continues to set the standard in inspirational music .
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Monday, 28 October 2013
Multiple award winning Hip Hop artist, Khuli Chana, survives police shooting incident
Khuli Chana sustained injuries to his right hand (middle and ring finger) via direct bullet wound, as well as to his back, predominantly on his left side, via shrapnel. . Khuli Chana's medical report will be made public once received.
The current bullet count on the blue BMW 1 series vehicle that Khuli Chana was driving is seven (7). All seven (7) were shot from the passenger side. Khuli Chana was the only person in the vehicle at the time of the shooting. A private forensic ballistic report is currently being conducted and will be made public once received.
Khuli Chana left his home in the West Rand Johannesburg and was heading to a performance in Pretoria, where he stopped at the Caltex garage on New Road in Midrand, initially to meet up with his DJ, Raiko, to continue the journey together. Raiko then alerted Khuli Chana that he was running late and Khuli Chana decided that it was best that they then meet up at the venue in Pretoria. Before leaving the garage, Khuli Chana went into the garage shop to buy a cup of coffee. On departure out of the garage, Khuli Chana noticed an unmarked vehicle with headlights on, faced in the direction of the oncoming traffic. Two vehicles ahead of Khuli Chana made their way around the vehicle. Khuli Chana proceeded to do the same.
There was no road block, or an attempt to stop Khuli Chana. Neither was any warning given before Khuli Chana heard the gun shots, which he describes to have sounded like a lot of fire crackers. His vehicle was struck by rounds as was he. His vehicle eventually went off the embankment and landed in a ditch.
Khuli Chana's physical injuries were minor considering the amount of shots fired at him. He is currently in a state of shock and is trying to process the matter which he initially thought must have been a hi-jacking as gun shots were coming out of an unmarked vehicle, with no blue lights or any initial indication that police were involved. Khuli Chana has been discharged from hospital. His next doctor's appointment will be in a week's time. In the interim, Khuli Chana will be seeking psychological consult, to deal with the traumatic event he experienced this morning.
It is unfortunate that it takes incidences with high profile individuals like Khuli Chana, to bring to light the fatal police errors like the one that was made today. His management has made it clear that all the right legal process will be followed to bring the case to justice, not just for Khuli Chana, but for the many victims that fall prey to police brutality. It has been confirmed that a case of attempted murder has been opened by the police. Khuli Chana is in the process of taking legal action against the SAPS.
We endeavour to keep the public and Khuli Chana fans abreast with all the findings and information that comes through. Khuli Chana is very grateful for all the well wishes he has been receiving and for the support of his family, management and friends. Khuli Chana will unfortunately have to withdraw from all his upcoming performances this week, and until further clearance from his doctor.
"We condemn in the strongest terms any & every indiscriminate attack of violence on our civilian population by those entrusted to uphold the constitution and law and order. We have consistently shouted this point of view. VIOLENCE begets VIOLENCE. Violence and force is all too often the first option applied and this has to change. Whilst we fully acknowledge the difficulties faced in executing their duties, our Police must be given access to the best training programs strategies & methods in the world. The enormous stress on our officers is not being dealt with by our leadership hence the high rate of suicides in the ranks of the SAPS. This shoot to kill concept is dangerously misrepresented and indeed misinterpreted by many on the ground" expresses Gavin Koppel, SHOUT SA Chairman.
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Thursday, 24 October 2013
Maftown Heights 2013 Line-Up Released
Motswako Crew:
Khuli Chana, Morafe, Molemi, Tuks, Cassper Nyovest, Hash 1, KT, Flex Boogie, Notshi, JR,
Lection, Kgosi Pampier, Beatjunky
Friends of Motswako:
Ice Prince, AKA, Da L.E.S, Teargas, Reason, iFani, Pro
Special Guests:
Mafikizolo
DJs:
Ms Cosmo, Dimplez, Vigilante, Sphe, Naves, Zan D, Speedsta, Capital, Major League DJz, Akio, Raiko, P-Kuttah, Coco, Lemonka, Big Boy
Tickets will be available for purchase from tomorrow, Friday, 25 October 2013.
Over the past three years, last minute ticket buyers have been disappointed due
to the event always being sold out. This year an early bird special has been created
and will be available for purchase at Computicket until 4 November 2013.
– Early Bird General Admission R200; Early Bird Golden Circle Admission R300.
Maftown Heights is a celebration of the Motswako genre and 2013 has been an excellent year of recognition for Motswako artists and their music. 2013 has seen the first ever hip hop album win Album of The Year at the SAMAs (Khuli Chana's Lost in Time album); Cassper Nyovest's Gusheshe has received wide mainstream appeal and high rotation on various national radio stations; Lection's Basadi and Molemi's Pelonomi have also received great traction since their recent releases. These are just a few highlights of the quality and popularity that music of the Motswako genre has received.
Channel O, the leader in music television, has announced Maftown Heights as their Official 2013 Channel O Africa Music Video Awards Pre-Concert. Visitors from all over Africa will get the chance to experience the best of Motswako and South African music on one platform. Special guests on the line-up include Nigerian super star, Ice Prince, who will include a performance of his track Aboki which Khuli Chana featured on the remix, as well as Mafikizolo with whom Khuli Chana performed with over the Macufe weekend with great success.
"Channel O has been a proud supporter of Maftown Heights with great success. 2013 marks our 16th year in existence as the only Original African music channel plus our 10th year of hosting the Channel O Africa Music Video awards. It was only natural that we celebrate this incredible milestone with an official pre-concert to the awards ceremony on the 30th of November in Kliptown Soweto. Once again we are uniting Africa the best way we know how…through music" says Channel O's Head of Marketing and Publicity Victor Koaho.
In just a short period of four years, Maftown Heights has grown from an event of 800 people to a concert projected to have an attendance in excess of 4500 people. The event is organized and managed by Dream Team SA. Dream Team SA Director, and Maftown Heights co-founder, Refiloe Ramogase, attributes the reason for the growth to South African's appetite for quality musical experiences/platforms that pay tribute to home grown African talent. "Our media partners Channel O and YFM have been instrumental in this growth over the last four years and we are grateful for the role the play" shares Refiloe Ramogase.
This year the South African Breweries (SAB) new brand, Flying Fish Premium Flavoured Beer, will add some flavour to the music experience. A first in the South African beer category launched only a month ago, Flying Fish is aimed at both males and females providing them with a unique taste experience. Available in Pressed Lemon and Crushed Orange, what better way to celebrate the new launch with sociable South Africans in style.
"We are very grateful to brands like Flying Fish, Red Bull and BlackBerry for investing in SA music platforms such as ours" further expresses Refiloe Ramogase.
The event is moving from inside the Bassline venue to outside taking up the Newtown Park to provide a true concert experience. Maftown Heights memorabilia will be available this year and can be purchased online (www.maftownhights.co.za <http://www.maftownhights.co.za> ) or at the concert on the night. The event will be hosted by YFM's Thando Thabethe and SK. Doors will open at 17h00 and the concert will run until 03h00 the next morning.
In true Maftown Heights fashion, those attending should expect the unexpected. Maftown Heights will also include two emergent acts which are in aid of developing young talent in South Africa. One of which will be one of the BlackBerry mentees that were mentored by Khuli Chana during the year, and the other, a performer to be chosen via a competition to be run in the birthplace of Motswako - Mafikeng.
Ticket Information
Maftown Heights tickets will go live on Friday, 25 October 2013, and can be bought at Computicket or at select Shoprite outlets. Early Bird tickets can be purchased until 4 November 2013.
General Admission
- R200 at Computicket Early Bird Special (Valid until Monday the 4th of November 2013)
- R220 at Computicket with valid South African student card
- R250 at Computicket
- R300 at the door
Golden Circle
- R300 at Computicket Early Bird Special (Valid until Monday the 4th of November 2013)
- R320 at Computicket with valid South African student card
- R400 at Computicket
- R450 at the door
Maftown Heights 2013 Line-Up
· Khuli Chana
· Mafikizolo
· Ice Prince
· AKA
· Da L.E.S
· JR
· Teargas
· Morafe
· Molemi
· Tuks
· Cassper Nyovest
· Reason
· iFani
· Pro
· Ms Cosmo
· Dimplez
· Vigilante
· Hash 1
· KT
· Sphe
· Naves
· Zan D
· Flex Boogie
· Speedsta
· Capital
· Major League DJz
· Akio
· Raiko
· P-Kuttah
· Notshi
· Lection
· Coco
· Lemonka
· Big Boy
· Kgosi Pampier
· Beatjunky
· *BlackBerry Mentee
· *Mafikeng Competition Winner
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Wednesday, 16 October 2013
Khuli Chana Continues His Goal To Platinum
This week Saturday, 19 October, Khuli Chana will be autographing albums and taking pictures with fans in Kimberley. Next week Saturday, 26 October, Khuli Chana will be doing the same at The Glen in Johannesburg.
"Each album copy bought makes a difference. Spending an hour each week with my fans is very rewarding and the least I can do! #TheGoalIsPlatinum!" expresses Khuli Chana.
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iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/za/album/lost-in-time/id580922761
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Tuesday, 15 October 2013
SHINE BRIGHT LIKE A DIAMOND!!!!!!!!!
As the countdown began for all South Africans, we knew that the start of all things great was near and indeed it was.
Friday morning started what we all called the ''RIHANNA WEEKEND''. Radio stations played her songs non-stop and believe me, I really wasnt complaining. The only complain I had was not knowing what to wear since the 'THE MOTHER OF STYLE AND TRENDS WAS LANDING SOON'.
Friday passed and Saturday came;still had nothing to wear, my life came to a stand still but more than anything we waited for them to announce that she has landed and there was no sign of that.
SATURDAY midday our 'BADGIRL RIRI' landed and that was a confirmation that the show must go on and it went on indeed.
SUNDAY.....The big day; 'CONCERT TIME'.
67 000 of us patiently waited for her even after she was 30minutes late, we still waited to see what she was wearing. She got on stage wearing a black and gold tracksuit that didnt scream fashion god in my eyes. The baseball jacket from the tracksuit had beautiful gold details on it as well as matching pants but it really was nothing I've never seen before. So the whole outfit went something like this, BLACK AND GOLD TRACKSUIT, PLAIN SLEEVELESS VEST, DETAILED BLACK HALF CAP AND BLACK PUMPS.
Now that didnt scream fashion goddess.... The mother of fashion really didnt grab me with her fashion on stage but she grabbed me when she got off stage carrying the S.A flag on her shoulder.
WEL DONE RIRI, S.A LOVED YOU.....
PHUMLILE 'POOHBEAR'
Thursday, 10 October 2013
Mo’Molemi's “A SIA” album drops today!
The A SIA album has classical lyrical flow that Mo'Molemi fans have come to know and love. It features tracks with the likes of Tumi of Tumi and The Volume, Tuks, Zeus, Lection, Blue Skye, Eazy Lap, Fifi Cooper, Kea Mmoki, Towdeemac and heavyweight artists from Botswana namely: Mosako, A.T.I, Orakle, E.P.I.C Jujuboy and traditional artist, Ntirelang Bearman.
Pelonomi is the first single to be released off A SIA and is already being playlisted on high rotation on stations such as Lesedi FM, Motsweding FM, North West FM, YaRona FM in Botswana and Ultimate FM in Lesotho.
Pelonomi is a Hip Hop love song featuring Mafikeng based soul singer Nkuli. The song is a celebration of undying love, faith and hope, and unravels the conversation of whether a burning love will still be as strong after indefinite periods apart.
Watch the Pelonomi video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kzd2XXn3OXc&feature=youtu.be
"I truly enjoyed producing, composing and recording A SIA. Much appreciation to my record company So Hype Records, my engineer Tshepo Vena and every soul that assisted in the making of the record. To #molemination... your engagement with my art.. often very critical.. is the license that enables me to write with freedom, for ours is a communal development conversation. I am because you are" expresses Mo'Molemi.
As Mo'Molemi grows in music and his love for food production, his wish is that A SIA inspires a thousand new farmers to take up the cause of food production, the cause of agrarian revolution through fair competition with other commercial farmers.
"It's our pleasure to see the release of this long awaited album. We will get it to the people by all means, and assure the masses of Mo'Molemi's presence and prominence from here on" shares Massie Hule, managing director of So Hype Records.
A SIA is available in physical disk in stores from today, Thursday 10 October 2013. A SIA will also be released digitally on 17 October 2013 and available on most major digital (online and mobile) platforms in South Africa and globally like Traxsource, Juno, Stompy.com, Spotify, Nokia, MTN, Vodacom, Orange iTunes and most other African Mobile networks.
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Bongi Mvuyana debuts her music career with "I Wonder"
As a new comer to the music industry, Bongi Mvuyana has already impressed various industry critics and has received positive reviews. She was named one of 2013's "Faces to Watch" by City Press newspaper earlier this year; she has recently been described as "The most interesting sound locally since The Arrows" by Gavin Green of Universal; and when Morgan Ross, Manager of G Music Management and Electromode Records first heard I Wonder, she expressed her sentiments with "Wow Wow Wow! I Love her!! She's like a black Lana Del Rey!!"
I Wonder track: http://bongimvuyana.com/new-music-i-wonder/
Bongi Mvuyana brings a lot of character to her music which can be experienced both visually and audibly. She has a strong personality and vocals which are softened by her warm heart and packaged sensually with her style and gentle demeanor.
"I want my music to mean something to people when they listen to it. I want people to relate to the stories, find something authentic in the words, in the chords…" expresses Bongi Mvuyana.
Bongi Mvuyana's performance highlights this year include Katzy's Up and Coming and the prestigious Moshito Music Conference. Bongi Mvuyana grew up with music around her and discovered at a very young age that music was her passion. However, it wasn't until a year ago when she signed to the Vth Season Audio label, which also manages the likes of AKA, Da LES and DJ Vigilante, that she and her manager have been preparing for this official debut of her music career.
"Bongi Mvuyana is the most refreshing new artist we have worked with in the last 4 years. She brings such a fresh and exciting sound to radio, our home stereo, Ipods and music playlists. This boundary pushing music and artist has invigorated my thirst for music as a healer and light to the soul. We are so pleased and honoured to present her to the world" shares Benza, Managing Director at Vth Season Audio.
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Friday, 4 October 2013
@IFani_Haymani to perform in Los Angeles
iFani has been invited to perform at the inaugural South African Arts Festival taking place at the California Plaza in Los Angeles this tomorrow, Saturday, 5 October 2013. The festival is sponsored by the Arts and Culture Department and presented by Grand Performances. The festival will showcase local films as well as six other local musicians namely: Hugh Masekela, Mahotella Queens featuring Jozi, Simphiwe Dana, The Soil, Wouter Kellerman and The Parlotones.
iFani departed for Los Angeles last night and shared the following sentiments: "I'm extremely grateful and honoured by this once in a lifetime opportunity to showcase my music in the United States. It's a huge step closer to my dream of taking Xhosa Rap to the world".
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Thursday, 3 October 2013
Cleo Rinkwest's Lehkolo Moving Pictures “NOW” wins Audience Award
Cleo Rinkwest's production company, Lehkolo Moving Pictures, entered the 48 Hour Film Project where they had to produce a short film in 48 hours. The film entitled NOW was screened last week amongst other contenders at the Cinema Nouveau in Rosebank, Johannesburg. It was announced yesterday that NOW won the Audience Award for the 48 Hour Film Project.
NOW was executively produced by Cleo Rinkwest and Lehasa Moloi, both owners of Lehkolo Moving Pictures. NOW is a drama that entails the lives of five friends on their annual retreat but tension looms as they find themselves in their own emotional ruts. The film was directed by Thabo Rametsi (Class Act Season 1) and stars Cleo Rinkwest, Lehasa Moloi (Spud, Rockville), Loyiso Macdonald (Isidingo) and new comers Mathunzi Macdonald and April Ngoako.
"I've been part of the 48 Hour Film Project for three years now, but this was the first time that I was one of the producers. It was very challenging but an experience that I will never forget. The worst part of making a film in 48 hours - the pressure. The best part? The pressure. You really have no choice but to think on your feet, make a clear decision and run with it!" shares Cleo Rinkwest.
The film was dedicated in memory of those affected by the Pinetown tragedy as it had hit close to home for the crew as their director, Thabo Rametsi, and one of their lead actors, Loyiso Macdonald, both call KZN home. NOW left an impactful message at the end without saying anything, around the importance of living in the now and not taking the people in your lives forgranted.
Lehkolo Moving Pictures will be submitting NOW at varies film festivals locally and internationally.
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Wednesday, 2 October 2013
RBM
Tuesday, 17 September 2013
RBM Sport
It's an interesting start to the season so far with the BPL clubs spending millions on new players to bolster their teams. Alex Fergusons successor David Moyes, recruited the services of Everton mid fielder Marouane Fellaini with a move believed to be around £27million. The question is, will the Belgian debut in the Red Devils clash against Crystal Palace this saturday? That's all in the hands of the manager. The likes of Shinji Kagawa and Anderson are now pressured to give out 100% because a new players in town and hungry for game play. Fellaini has a lot to prove to Manchester United, and the fans will be expecting twice the amount of performance he gave out during he's Everton days. Their rivals Manchester City have also made a major signing by securing the signature of Jesus Navas. The Spanish winger joined City from Sevilla for a fee of £14.9million. Its fair to say the Abu Dhabi Brothers financial induction to the club has seen them competing for silverware ever since their take over.
One of the signings to shock soccer fanatics is Arsenals surprise transfer of Mesut Ozil from Spanish giants Real Madrid. We do not know what exactly triggered this move but rest assured this is a good move by the London Gunners. They have been struggling throughout the years without any trophies in their cabinet leaving Arsenal fans questioning if they will ever compete for the League title again. They have found themselves stuck and fighting for the fourth position in the league throughout the years. Let's hope Ozil will be the final puzzle piece to Wengers jigsaw.
With the sacking of Roberto Mancini and the return of "The Chosen One", Jose Morinho to Chelsea. There is a lot of excitement at Stamford Bridge for the Portuguese coach who helped the Blues into winning the English Premier League title during the 2004 - 2005 season. He hopes to bring back stability to the club and claims to quit as manager if he fails to bring trophies to the Bridge. He was quoted as saying "I don't see myself in other leagues because I have a connection with Chelsea. I have quite a long contract here and I hope at the end of it we both want to keep together." The former Real Madrid coach failed to deliver trophies to the Bernabeu with he's spell in Spain. We wish to see how he gels with the English club and if we will be encountering another Chelsea reign over English football with he's return.
By Neo Molokomme
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Monday, 2 September 2013
AKA to give private experiential album listening session
AKA will preview and display the creation of a few songs off LeveLs at this listening session. AKA will take questions from the audience and social media followers after each song is released, making the listening session an interactive one. Social media followers can use the hashtag, #AKALEVELS, to participate.
Ten AKA fans stand the chance to win invitations to this exclusive event with their partners. Competitions will run during the first week of September on AKA's Facebook fan page (www.facebook.com/akaworldwide <http://www.facebook.com/akaworldwide> ) where fans will need to answer questions about AKA in order to stand a chance to win. There are also specific surprises in store for two of the winners on the night. The event promises to be highly engaging and will give all in attendance a never-seen-before experience from AKA.
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Thursday, 29 August 2013
Kendrick Lamar Coming to South Africa!
Tickets are available from www.computicket.com, the Computicket call centre on 0861 915 8000 or any Computicket outlet at Checkers and Shoprite. Golden circle tickets cost R650 while General Access tickets are R350. VIP Hospitality tickets will also be available at R1900.
07 Nov Cape Town, South Africa CTICC
08 Nov Johannesburg, South Africa Johannesburg Stadium
09 Nov Durban, South Africa Wave House
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Thursday, 15 August 2013
Job interview tips!
Many candidates who try to learn from their last interview mistakes, asking themselves – why did my last interview fail and how should I avoid this interview failure next time?
Needless to say that, the way you determine and handle an interview failure, pointing out key factors and working on these points will aide in future interviews results.
First Impressions – an interview may fail at the very first minutes
How Do the Interview Begin?
A person draws the impression about another in the first 30 seconds of the meeting.
Moreover, some hiring professional believe that in the first ten minutes, the candidate is mentally "hired or not" and the rest of the interview spends on giving the interviewer rational for his decision..
Therefore, there is a basic interview etiquette expected by applicants. These manners are used to determine how one will respond to the workplace common atmosphere.
For example, let's look at the very first bad impressions people usually make:
Being late: Rushing in at the last minute or arriving late to the interview.
Appearance: Too casual in appearance, messed hair, wearing wrinkled or sloppy dress and wearing inappropriate shoes.
Very first impression: Rude or short with the receptionist upon announcing their arrival.
2nd first impression: Do not greet the Interviewer or do not introduce themselves.
Manners: Automatically sitting upon entering the interview environment without invitation.
Interruptions: Keep checking cell phone, excusing taking a call.
Focus: Inattentive, looking around, fidgeting, and checking the clock.
Being tired: Appear to have just awaked, or not slept well.
These scenarios seem obvious to leave a bad impression with the prospective employer. Moreover, there is no possible explanation, or excuse to resolve a bad first impression.
The employer will arrive to a conclusion immediately that this rude candidate is not prepared or serious about the job – they may even perceive that he/she will create problems if hired. Any excuse one may have prepared or real life circumstances are not accepted.
In those 10 minutes, remember to project a positive impact in the mind of the interviewer.
Other reasons for interview failures: OR how to fail a job interview?
Did you prepare for the Interview?
Here are some other basic reasons:
Basic questions: There is a trouble answering the basic questions, such as – when can you start.
Not knowing job description: You are uncertain about what job functions the position may involve.
Self awareness: You have trouble explaining your skills or knowledge relevant to the position.
Not knowing the company well: You do not know what product or service the company provides.
Lack of good presentation: When asked about previous employment you are vague or sketchy.
Interviewee questions: You have not prepared YOUR questions.
Over Confidence: You appear over-confident as you have already received the position.
Documentation readiness: You have forgotten your documents – Resume, Certificates, and references.
References: You cannot remember References' phone numbers or place of business.
All of these things are major red flags to the Interviewer – any time a red flag is thrown, you might fail in the interview.
There may be some possible explanations you could provide to the interviewer, if you are quick on your feet and honest.
Not preparing for any of the above points can result in an interview failure.
Summing up
Anxiety
If the possibility of failing an interview causes nervousness or anxiety – it may be wise to get this under control and forget the outside world for a moment.
Refer to how to relax before an interview.
Poor Manner
It is unsure as to what may have you on edge or acting in poor manner, even rude.
Take the time to process you reactions to situations and try to remember to be as polite as possible. Put everything on the back burner, if simply to be polite to the Interviewer and potential future employee teammates.
Lack of preparation
To handle interview failures of this nature is simple preparing all the facts about you and the company, your skills, and points of value. Keeping your best foot forward and providing a positive picture of competency.
Employers Expect Dedication
If you are this poorly prepared for your big day and first meeting with a prospective employer, what they see is someone who is lazy, unorganized and not motivated to work on their own.
Not everyone may understand your hectic schedule or the possibility you are having a bad day. An employer is looking for motivated, amiable and happy – well-adjusted employees, dedicated to supplying their full time and attention to their work/job.
Most Interview Failures can be over come. Learning to handle your failures as useful knowledge for future Interview possibilities will be a positive and beneficial approach to combing the current job market.
SOURCE: JOB-INTERVIEW-SITE.COM
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Khuli Chana to host CD signing at Musica Limpopo Mall, Polokwane
The goal is platinum for Khuli Chana regarding his Lost in Time album sales. Lost in Time won 3 SAMAs at this year's ceremony including the coveted Album of The Year. Khuli Chana feels that it is time that a Hip Hop album got its due recognition through sales and has put action to his words by hosting numerous CD signing sessions where he autographs CDs for fans as well as takes pictures with them. Over the past two weeks, Khuli Chana has held CD signing sessions in Gabarone, Botswana and in East London in the Eastern Cape.
"Lost in Time got its stamp of approval with all the awards. Now it's time to get the album platinum status to prove that a Hip Hop album can be just as successful as other genres" expresses Khuli Chana.
If you are in Polokwane this weekend, make sure to head out to Musica in Limpopo Mall to get your Lost in Time album autographed. Join in on the conversation on social media #TheGoalIsPlatinum!
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Wednesday, 7 August 2013
"Mandela Money" to drop in September
Da L.E.S is on one right now. This might just be his year. The rapper has recently been visible in media and pushing his solo music career, giving killer performances all over the country and even dropped a music video that has so many people talking. And now, he has just announced the release date for his sophomore album.
The album, simply titled "Mandela Money" will possibly drop in the last week of September. The leading single "Heaven" featuring AKA and Maggz, has already won the hearts of many. L.E.S is currently is studio finishing up one of the most anticipated local hip hop albums of 2013.
"Heaven" music video enjoying major air play
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Da L.E.S' "Heaven" music video is gradually becoming a favourite in Africa. The clean, fresh and crispy video is enjoying air-play on some of your favourite music channels including Trace TV, Channel O, MTV Base and the shows on the pubic broadcaster channels. Blogs all over Africa have shown the video love too.
In case you missed the video, do check it out below. "Heaven" is a breathe of fresh air.
Da L.E.S ft AKA and Maggz - Heaven
<http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mzbxne0_jU0&feature=youtube_gdata_player>
L.E.S rocks thousands at the Redd's Door Experience
On 3rd August 2013, the Sandton Convention Centre was transformed into a labyrinth of surprises as it became host to the Ultimate Redd's Door Experience. Da L.E.S performed to a thousand invited guests including several of South Africa's A-listers namely Jay Anstey, Pearl Thusi, SImba Mhere, Dineo Ranaka, Andile Ncube, Lunga Shabalala and Boity Thulo.
L.E.S gave an extraordinary performance performing a mixture of his brand new tracks and the oldies. He was later joined on stage by AKA and Maggz Ma Double to close off the performance with "Heaven" which got a mega response from the celebs, media and the general public. This song is going to be huge!
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"Mandela Money" to be released in late September
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