JP Cooper returns to South Africa this November as part of his 2024 World Tourย with new dates in Cape Town and Johannesburg [Pictured: JP Cooper] Photo Credit - Aaron Crowley Acclaimed British singer-songwriter JP Cooper, best known for global hits like โSeptember Songโ and South African fan-favourite โThe Only Reason,โ is set to return to... Continue Reading →
Martin Myers speaking in Durban on 12 October at Poetry Africa
Delighted to be speaking at Poetry Africa in Durban Join Martin Myersย for an insightful masterclass on intellectual property and monetising your work on digital platforms.ย Learn key strategies for protecting your creative assets and leveraging online opportunities to generate revenue.ย This session is essential for poets and artists looking to navigate the digital landscape effectively.Martin Myers12/10/2024 14:00Venue: Seabrooke's... Continue Reading →
Siphokazi Jonas to be interviewed on Friday 20th on Pippa Hudson show on CapeTalk at 13h40
On the eve of the multi-award-winning writer, performer and poet Siphokazi Jonasโ forthcoming debut, Penguin Random House poetry collection, Weeping Becomes a River, released in September 2024, the latter part of 2024, into 2025 looks to be an eventful and confirmatory career trajectory for the firebrand. Siphokazi Jonas will be interviewed on Friday 20th on Pippa Hudson... Continue Reading →
Fagrie Isaacs to open for Atlantic Starr on 28th September at Grand Arena, GrandWest
Fagrie Isaacs (former lead singer of the Boyz) has beenย selected by the Concert promoters SMH (whoย brought Shakatak & Robin S to Cape Town in 2023 and Peaches & Herb in June 2024)ย toย open forย Atlantic Starr on 28th Sept atย Grand Arena, GrandWest.ย Fagrie Isaacs - pic suppliedย Expect a hot hit filled evening with Atlanticย Starrย deliveringย "Always", "Secret Lovers",ย "Circlesโ,... Continue Reading →
Sipho Mabuse to perform at #DStvDeliciousFestival2024
Sipho Mabuse is one of the selected artists to appear on the 30 Years of Creative Freedom Show taking place on the main stage at #DStvDeliciousFestival2024 on Sunday 22 September 2024.Sipho will be paying tribute to his dear friend and comrade Hugh Masekela during the show. Booking via Ticketmaster https://www.ticketmaster.co.za/artist/dstv-delicious-international-food-music-festival-tickets/1240354
Reflections in pics as I hosted a panel, on artist management on Wed 4th Sept in Cape Town
Reflections in pics as I hosted a panel, on artist management at FAME Week Africa.ย The topic was Artist Management.Wed 4th Sept was the date and my dear friendย Roy Harman was one of the panellists.
2024 Open Book Bestsellers – Weeping Becomes a River by Siphokazi Jonas 2nd best seller
"Weeping Becomes a River" by Siphokazi Jonas, published by Penguin Random House, was 2nd bestseller at Open Book Festival.
12 Sept Thursday 9pm in studio at CapeTalk is Ricardo Mackenzie Provincial Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport
On CapeTalk's #businessofentertainment show, Ricardo Mackenzie discusses plans for the entertainment industry, featuring candid conversations with industry professionals.
Personal reflections on Springboks 18 – All Blacks 12 7th Sept 2024 DHL Stadium Cape Town
What a superb Saturday afternoon at DHL Stadium. My family and I went to the last game 7 years ago at Newlands.ย But before the game I reached out to Jamie Wall from NZ (his twitter/ Xย detail is JamieWall2) ย who was on tour with the All Blacks and got him to come on my... Continue Reading →
Breaking Boundaries Building Bridges brings Andre Vlok to Athwood Primary school on 23rd Septemberย
BREAKING BOUNDARIES BUILDING BRIDGES Who We Are Headed by Bryan Torien, BREAKING BOUNDARIES BUILDING BRIDGES (BBBB) tackles some of the challenges experienced by homeless people and children in informal settlements and gangster-ridden communities, such as Mannenberg. The school children in Mannenberg come to a cricket field daily, where we provide them a safe environment to do their homework, have a meal, and be kept doing... Continue Reading →
Exclusive interview with Atlantic Starr ahead of the show in Cape Town on 28th September
What a superb read to the quick questions with Atlantic Starr who will be in Cape Town for 1 show only on 28th September 2024. The hits will be flowing in the 90 min set Hits like "Always", "Secret Lovers", "Circlesโ, โMasterpieceโ, My first Love, Send for me, Am I Dreaming and with 14 albums under their belt expect... Continue Reading →
John Hassan has new music out called Whereโs The Moollah
John Hassan is a highly experienced and in demand percussionist who has worked with an endless list of some of South Africaโs finest and International musicians. ย These include artists like Mirriam Makeba, Hugh Masekela, Stimela, Soweto String Quartet, Lucky Dube, Brenda Fassie, Busi Mlhongo, Sipho Gumede, Bayete, Jimmy Dludlu, Judith Sephuma, Jonathan Butler, Sibongile Khumalo,... Continue Reading →
Martin Myers moderating this panel Navigating Artist Management at Fame Week Africa
Do join on 4thย September in Cape Townย at the CTICC ย at theย ย Muzikiย Theatreย from 12h30 for this 60 minย panel discussing these points as mentioned below ย with this esteemed panel: Moderator:ย Martin Myers, Presenter: Business of Entertainment, Cape Talk, Artist manager & founder Music Exchange (now in its 14thย year) Roy Harman, Managing Director, RESPECT MUSIC Thando Kleinbooi, Artist Manager Tanisha... Continue Reading →
The McGregor Poetry Festival celebrates 12 years with the theme โTowards a Wonderful Worldโ from 6 to 8 September 2024
We invite you to join us for a warmhearted gathering of poets from the 6th โ 8th September. The McGregor Poetry Festival celebrates 12 years with the theme โTowards a Wonderful Worldโ in an intimate Poetry Weekend-Gathering formatย at Temenos Retreat in McGregor, Western Cape.ย We have themed our weekend TOWARDS A WONDERFUL WORLD to instill a sense of hope... Continue Reading →
Critically acclaimed poet Siphokazi Jonas debuts poetry collection
Siphokazi Jonas, acclaimed producer, poet, and performer, releases debut poetry collection "Weeping Becomes a River," exploring women's trauma, resilience, and healing, and addressing gender-based violence. (29 words)
Siphokazi Jonas picked up her author copies of Weeping Becomes a River from Penguin Random House yesterday
Siphokazi Jonas, a talented writer and poet, is set to release her debut poetry collection, "Weeping Becomes a River," in September 2024. The collection delves into her experiences as a black learner in South Africa's evolving education system and explores themes of tradition, family, and identity. The collection has garnered praise for its political relevance and unique narrative form. Siphokazi will embark on a book tour, starting with an appearance at The Open Book Festival in September.
Exclusive interview with Australian progressive rock/metal band Caligula’s Horse coming to South Africa for two shows 23 and 24th Augustย
Australian progressive rock/metal band Caligulaโs Horse is set to perform in South Africa and vocalist Jim Grey shares his purpose, music, inspirations, and more in a captivating interview.
My Guest on CapeTalk Business of Entertainment on Thurs 15th Aug at 9pm is Ian F
Ian Fraser, also known as Ian F, gained fame during his 15-year tenure at 5FM. After traveling through Europe, he returned to work at KFM and Highveld. Currently, he serves as SuperSport's voiceover artist.
Sipho Mabuse features in RMB Starlight Classics 2023, the show will broadcast on M-Net this Sunday (18th August) at 5pm
Sipho Mabuse performs 3 songs, including Burnout, at RMB Starlight Classics Johannesburg 2023. The broadcast on M-Net airs this Sunday at 5 pm.
Celebrating Indigenous Heritage: “The People of the Sun” Film Highlights Ouma Katrinaโs Legacy and the San Community
The Blue t production company and Patriot Films SA collaborated to create "The People of the Sun," a film honoring Ouma Katrina Esau's efforts to preserve the N|uu language and San community. The film highlights poet Siphokazi Jonas' evocative voice and aims to raise awareness and support for Ouma and the San community.