CALIGULA’S HORSE SET TO STAMPEDE THEIR WAY THROUGH SOUTH AFRICA 2 DATES CT AND JHB

Caligula’s Horse's Charcoal Grace South Africa tour brings Brisbane’s premier progressive metal outfit to Stellenbosch and Johannesburg, with support from other bands. A must-see progressive metal experience.

Siphokazi Jonas at Open Book Festival 2024 for 4 events #OBF2024

Over the years Open Book has become a trusted space in which difficult conversations are possible. Core to what we do is our recognition of the importance of books to explore the world in which we live. Writers and their work is at the centre of the Festival, but of no less importance is the audience that joins... Continue Reading →

Siphokazi Jonas’ forthcoming debut, Penguin Random House poetry collection, Weeping Becomes a River, released in September 2024

Cape Town, 6 August 2024 – On the eve of the multi-award-winning writer, performer and poet Siphokazi Jonas’ 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 is a weaver... Continue Reading →

Sipho Mabuse upcoming shows during September 2024

Experience music legend Sipho "Hotstix" Mabuse live this September.

Music icon Sipho ‘Hotstix’ Mabuse wants Gayton McKenzie to ditch the ‘skop en donder’ attitude and help artists

The past 30 years have been a ‘disaster’ for South African artists, says legendary musician Sipho ‘Hotstix’ Mabuse, who has some advice – and criticism – and a wish list for new Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie. Read more at The Daily Maverick

Siphokazi Jonas for Open Book Festival 6 – 8 September in Cape Town

Stunning  #OpenBookFest memories to be made from 6 - 8 September in Cape Town  Siphokazi Jonas will be part of the amazing #OBF2024 lineup and is definitely looking forward to making it one for the books! Check out the rest of the incredible lineup on https://openbookfestival.co.za/ Tickets available on Webtickets. 

NYO Jazz, Carnegie Hall’s National Youth Jazz Orchestra debut tour to South Africa July & August 2024

This July and August  Carnegie Hall’s critically-acclaimed national youth jazz orchestra, NYO Jazz, led by artistic director/trumpeter Sean Jones, returns for its seventh season of extraordinary music-making and embarks on its first-ever tour to South Africa from 22 July to 5 August.  This remarkable ensemble, created by Carnegie Hall’s Weill Music Institute (WMI) in 2018, annually brings together 22 of the most outstanding teen jazz musicians from across the United States to train, perform, and tour with... Continue Reading →

We chat to John Ellis part of the duo with James Stewart paying tribute to Sting

John Ellis who is a sublime vocalist, plays guitar and piano and was also in the mega successful band Tree 63.  John is now part of the duo with James Stewart paying tribute to Sting with their own reworking of the songs and interpretations of Sting classics The duo are playing to rave reviews and... Continue Reading →

In Studio Thursday 11th July at 9pm on CapeTalk – Mike van Graan award-winning playwright & Cultural Activist

Mike van Graan is an award-winning playwright with 37 plays under his belt.He joins me in  Studio  on Thursday  11th July at 9pm on CapeTalk for the #businessofentertainment   Mike van Graan  award-winning playwright & Cultural Activist Mike is one of the best in the business with stunning points to offer to any discussion ,and yes we will discuss the current... Continue Reading →

MusicEx 3 days – 26-28 July 2024 Martin Myers speaking & Hotstix playing

Immerse yourself in the celebration of South African music and music-lifestyle. MusicEx is taking place at Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg for 3 days from  26- 28 July 2024.  The event includes an exhibition in Hall 3, encompassing music and music-lifestyle suppliers, edutainment workshops by the likes of Yvonne Chaka Chaka, YFM , David Gresham... Continue Reading →

Zombie & Irish rugby fans seizing on the Cranberries song. The back story from Marc Marot

This is a stunning story about the song Zombie by the Cranberries from Marc Marot former Managing Director of Island Records who has spoken at Music Exchange twice and is a dear personal friend. The Irish national team are in South Africa for a two test series starting on Saturday in Pretoria and then going... Continue Reading →

Stunning pics from Alan Eason regarding Sipho Mabuse at the National Arts Festival on Friday 28th June 2024

Alan  Eason who took the pictures on Friday 28th June at the National Arts Festival.Please see a  few images from the National Arts Festival. What a brilliant evening that was! Credit : Alan Eason email  photoeason@gmail.com

Stunning Pictures from the National Art Festival By Alet Pretorius of Sipho Mabuse

Stunning Pictures from the  National Art Festival 2024 by Alet Pretorius the photographer Twitter: @aletpretoriusInstagram: @aletpretoriusBlog: http://havecamerawill.wordpress.com Please reach out to Alet for  your work. Sipho had a two night show with the band on Fri 28th and Sat 29 June 2024 playing The National Arts Festival in Makhanda. Sipho  Mabuse - Vocals and SaxDavid Vusumuzi Mabaso - Bass PlayerLloyd Mbele... Continue Reading →

James Stewart & John Ellis Music bringing their Sting Tribute show to Die Koelkamers Teater in Paternoster on 19th July

James Stewart and John Ellis Explore The Music of Sting and The Police. After  months of SOLD OUT SHOWS, James Stewart  and John Ellis Music  are thrilled to be bringing  their Sting Tribute show to Die Koelkamers Teater in Paternoster  Date  is 19 July 2024 at  7pm Book at http://www.diekoelkamers.com Tickets from R138.00 This is... Continue Reading →

My two-part talk with Patrick Alexander Dudgeon from Ultra Sound on CapeTalk “How do I get started in the industry”

My guest on CapeTalk  for the last two weeks was  Patrick Alexander Dudgeon  with  over 20 years in events industry. PLEASE do listen to the 2 podcasts  - lots to take out  and if you like read more below Part 1 https://open.spotify.com/episode/4dahFwEyonDCd8MUrO51cZ?si=0BloBCCETTC4s5m6AyVkJA Part 2  https://open.spotify.com/episode/5k2hGPvXSiCRp6cAitfn4t?si=ELsoEXVTQf-T4joY3Ki7-g Pat lays out some useful areas to start, and follow his... Continue Reading →

Steve Louw Talks New Album, His Hometown And More

From Just Listen To This Words By Glenn Sargeant Photo Credit: Jacqui van Staden  Legendary South African blues rock, country, and Americana singer-songwriter and guitarist, Steve Louw will release his third solo album ‘Between Time’ on Friday 6th September 2024. He very kindly chatted to us at JLTT: What is your earliest musical memory? Duane Eddy, the... Continue Reading →

My guest on Thurs 20th June at 9pm on CapeTalk is Patrick Alexander Dudgeon over 20 years in events industry

Pat comes back this week to talk what is a corporate event all about , the Does and Don’t. Patrick Dudgeon has worked for nigh on 20 years in the events industry, and quite unusually, for one company. Patricks growth with Ultra events has seen him move from setting up sound for nightclubs in Green... Continue Reading →

Peaches and Herb pics at a sold out Grand Arena on Saturday 15th June 2024

Peaches & Herb the Sweethearts of Soul wowed Cape Town on Saturday 15th of June 2024. The Sweethearts of Soul, as they are known, performed on Saturday 15th June to a sold out Grand West Casino and Entertainment world in Cape Town. Concert promoter SMH (who brought Shakatak and Robin S to Cape Town in... Continue Reading →

MusicEx at Gallagher Convention Centre, 26- 28 July 2024, Martin Myers speaking & Hotstix playing

#MusicMoves Immerse yourself in the celebration of South African music and music-lifestyle. MusicEx is taking place at Gallagher Convention Centre, 26- 28 July 2024.  The event includes an exhibition in Hall 3, encompassing music and music-lifestyle suppliers, edutainment workshops by the likes of Yvonne Chaka Chaka, YFM , David Gresham records, a stage makeup masterclass... Continue Reading →

Milli Vanilli biographical film drama, “Girl, you know it’s true” in Cinemas from 21 June

Wednesday, 12 June 2024 – The highly anticipated biographical film drama, “Girl, you know it's true”, promises to captivate audiences with its retelling of the meteoric rise and fall of Milli Vanilli, one of the world's biggest pop superstars of the late '80s and early '90s.  The film is in cinemas from 21 June 2024.... Continue Reading →

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