Friday 25 October 2013

Zulu TV Auditions



Auditions will be held in Durban next month in search of Zulu TV presenters, actors and voice over-artists…

Leading South African arts entrepreneur Mbongeni Ngema has announced that his company, Committed Artists, is to hold auditions to find presenters, actors and voice-over artists for his new Zulu TV channel, which will be launched early in 2014, in partnership with the King Zwelithini Foundation.

Zulu TV will be flighted throughout sub-Saharan Africa from 22 January 2014 via a new satellite that has been launched into space by SENTECH.

The auditions in search of Zulu TV presenters, actors and voice-over artists will be held at KZN Music House, 1 Derby Street corner Igcuce (Epsom) Road, Greyville in Durban, on Saturday 16 November 2013 between 10 am and 5pm. Those interested in auditioning must be conversant in isiZulu and English. Qualified radio and TV announcers and actors of all race groups as well as aspiring raw talent will be considered for auditions. 

Mbongeni Ngema

It is essential to book a slot in order to secure an audition. Call 031 309 8159 (office hours between 9am and 5pm) or e-mail av@committedartists.co.za to book an appointment.

KZN-based Zulu TV will begin shooting programmes in December 2013. Primarily an entertainment channel, Zulu TV aims to screen high quality programmes in High Definition format, with a strong emphasis on local productions. In addition to music programmes, content will include coverage of heritage, tourism, arts and culture, lifestyle, magazines programmes, as well as musical theatre, drama, sitcoms, movies, short films, documentaries, religion and current affairs, with internet link up through social networking.

Image Credit: Val Adamson

Thursday 24 October 2013

THE SOWETO EXPERIENCE - POOL & TATTOO PARTY @ ZONE6 VENUE ft Dj Kent, Dj Fresh & Magesh



It's been on everyone's lips & a long-awaited mystery in the Southern air...the sun's out, warmer afternoons and we're all in a mood to show off some skin!

The Soweto metropolis skyline's set oh so sweetly for a poolside tropical vibe & a cocktail-infested good time. Think chilled live bands as a starter, sunset hip hop and deep, soulful house as a main and a high-inducing dessert of dancefloor mayhem from the industry's major players...ladies, gents, boys, girls & everyone in between...brace your cool selves for "The Soweto Experience"...!!!

THEE LINE UP:

FRESH
KENT
MAGESH (TK ZEE)
OVET
KATT the DEEPSOULJUNKIE
KAYB
LADY BUHLE
MASTA B
SCHIVITO
ROCBOY
LEE DA COCKTAIL
TINO

PERFORMANCES BY:
LET'S LIVE (House Band) | BLAYZE | MASEVEN | THA CUT | JED (The Beatboxer)

Hot isn't it? Stay away from FOMO folks!!! That's not all there's alotta cool gifts from our SupremeBeing buddies PLUS on-site tattoos! Talk about immersing yourself in an Uber-suave lifestyle...

R80 PreSold tickets will go on sale from 18th September to 25 October, Limited for 1000 people at CompuTicket (www.computicket.co.za)

Door tickets are R100 & VIP All Access Passes are available for R150...

Things kick off at 1pm till the sun comes up...


It's true, the TV & photo cameras will also be in full zoom, so let's do our bikini shopping early, tone up on our abs and put the 26th of October as a MUST DO on all our party calendars...

Sponsored by Scheckter Organic Energy Drink, Mainstay & Supremebeing

Powered by HouseFrequency.Net, #TeamSplash, Mushroom Listening Sessions & Zone6Venue...

Wednesday 23 October 2013

The Lyric to host Mr South Africa 2013



After months of stringent selection processes, twelve South African men will be competing for the title of Mr South Africa at a black carpet event.

Since the top twelve finalists were announced on August 1, an overwhelming response of support and pride has poured in from both the local communities and throughout the country. In the last few months leading up to the finals, each contestant has built a brand for themselves by taking part in various charity and community initiatives that care for their fellow South Africans.

The winner will be crowned during the prestigious event, held during the first week of November. The organisers of Mr South Africa have put together a fantastic event which will be attended by some of South Africa’s top celebrities and a star studded line-up will provide the entertainment.


Mr SA 2013 Finalists

The finalists are:
Amro Gabriels is a 22 year old from Kwa-Zulu Natal.
Bohang Moeko is a 25 year old based in Kwa-Zulu Natal.
Calvin Peterson is a 25 year old Capetonian.
Dale Horne is a 28 year old from Johannesburg.
Garth Long is a 30 year old from Johannesburg.
Jacques Fagan is a 38 year old living in Pretoria.
Jeandre Lindeque is a 27 year old from Pretoria.
John Owens is a 30 year old from Pretoria.
Lesego Maphanga is a 22 year from Pretoria.
Matthew Cole Fincham is a 26 year old from Pretoria.
Saligh Dolie is a 22 year old year from Paarl.
Steven Heuvel is a 27 year old from the Western Cape.

Venue: The Lyric, Gold Reef City
Date: 7 November 2013
Tickets from R150
Bookings: Computicket, or The Lyric Box Office on 011 248 5000 or www.goldreefcity.co.za.
Dress Code: Ultra Glam (Semi Formal with a Glam Undertone)

Tuesday 22 October 2013

A double tot of whisky for Gauteng as The FNB Whisky Live Festival extends to Soweto


South African whisky lovers will once again be treated to a range of the most aspirational & exciting spirits on the market at this year’s FNB Whisky Live Festival taking place at the Sandton Convention Centre from 06 to 08 November 2013. This premier whisky tasting experience is a celebration of the best whiskies from around the globe and has been hosted in Johannesburg and other international destinations such as Paris, London, Tokyo, New York, Taipei and Shanghai for the past 10 years. Owing to the growing number of whisky drinkers in Gauteng, the FNB Whisky Live Festival organisers announced today that an exciting new venue will be added to the Gauteng segment of the festival: the iconic township of Soweto.

The inaugural FNB Whisky Live Festival in Soweto will take place at the University of Johannesburg Soweto Campus from 24 to 26 October 2013. Capturing the intrinsic values of Sowetan culture, the FNB Whisky Live Festival will be transformed into a new-look whisky lifestyle “village”, offering elements of jazz, fashion, Shisa Nyama outlets and true Sowetan hospitality. Local restaurants, such as Back Room, Nex Dor and Wandie’s Pub, will host whisky lounges – access to these VIP lounges will be the ultimate “badge” statement and certainly the place to be seen savouring whisky. The key focus will remain on whisky education and recruiting new-to-whisky drinkers. Core elements of whisky education, integral to the success of the Sandton event, will be incorporated into the mix.



The FNB Whisky Live Festival in South Africa is still the largest whisky and lifestyle event of its kind and will continue to boast the experiential, “edutainment” format that has contributed to its popularity among whisky enthusiasts over the years. Visitors can look forward to the unique opportunity of exploring the world of whisky from a wide selection of premium brands, and to sampling rare and sought-after whiskies. The experience also includes meeting the producers and master distillers of some of the greatest whiskies in the world.

KEY DATES
Soweto: 24 – 26 October 2013
Sandton: 6 – 8 November 2013

Tickets can be purchased on www.whiskylivefestival.co.za
 




Monday 21 October 2013

Naeto C and AKA to host Channel O Africa Music Video Awards


Nigerian superstar Naeto C and South African airwaves hotshot, AKA, have been announced as the co-hosts of the upcoming 10th Annual Channel O Africa Music Video Awards. The two will bring a one-two star punch to the star-studded live show, taking place on Saturday, 30 November at Walter Sisulu Square in Kliptown Soweto, which is expected to be attended by the who’s who of the African entertainment scene. 

Naeto C and AKA’s star wattage will also be on full display to music fans throughout Africa as the two keep the action rolling during the broadcast, which goes out LIVE on Channel O at 20:00.

Naeto C & AKA

"I'm really excited to host this year’s Channel O Africa Music Video Awards, especially on its 10th anniversary,” says Naeto C. “To be a part of this experience is totally awesome and I look forward to sharing this magical moment with the rest of Africa on November 30th."

The Nigerian artist’s sentiments are echoed by AKA.

"I am very honoured to co-host this celebration of Africa's finest talent with Naeto C. I won my first Channel O Music Video award in 2011 and two years later, being in this position is testament to my loyal following. Thank You to Channel O and the fans, it’s going to be a classic night,” says AKA

Naeto C has enjoyed a lengthy association with the Channel O Africa Music Video Awards. In 2009 he won the highly coveted Video of the Year award for his blowout hit, “Ki Ni Big Deal”, in 2010 the track “Ako Mi Ti Poju” saw him take home the Most Gifted Hip Hop Video award and a year later, Most Gifted African West Video was awarded to "10 Over 10".

Naeto C & AKA
AKA, meanwhile, is a multiple nominee in 2013, with no less than three nods in the Video of the Year category – for his own song “Jealousy” and two collaborations, Xtatic/AKA & Priddy Ugly’s “Hit ‘Em Up” and Zeus ft AKA & Tumi’s “#DatsWasup”. “Jealousy” is also in the running for Most Gifted Hip Hop – a category AKA won in 2011 for another of his growing list of chart-bangers, “Victory Lap”.

The 10th Annual Channel O Africa Music Video Awards have all the makings of a thrilling affair when the live event takes place on Saturday, 30 November in Soweto. Just who will win Africa’s biggest awards on the night is now in the hands of fans! Voting closes on Thursday, 21 November at 00:00 (midnight) and can be done on three different platforms – via sms, web and WAP. To vote via SMS, just SMS the artist voting code to +2783142100415. Standard SMS rates apply. Web and WAP votes can be cast at www.channelo.tv
Below is the full list of nominees as well as their voting codes:

MOST GIFTED MALE VIDEO

DONALD    -    OVER THE MOON
1A
ZEUS FT AKA & TUMI -  #DatsWasup
1B
WIZKID    -    AZONTO
1C
AY/MARCO CHALI    -    PARTY ZONE
1D
IYANYA    -    FLAVOUR
1E
MOST GIFTED FEMALE VIDEO
ZONKE    -    FEELINGS
2A
LIZHA JAMES FT ANSELMO RALPH   -   VAIS ROCHAR
2B
STL    -    STELLA STELLA STELLA
2C
TIWA SAVAGE FT DON JAZZY    -    WITHOUT MY HEART
2D
TOYA DELAZY - HEART
2E
MOST GIFTED NEWCOMER
MONEOA    -    IS'BHANXA
3A
LOLA RAE    -    WATCH MY TING GO
3B
KHAYA MTHETHWA    -    MOVE
3C
VICTORIA KIMANI    -    MTOTO
3D
BURNA BOY    -    TONIGHT
3E
MOST GIFTED DUO, GROUP OR FEATURING
TEARGAS  - WAKE UP
4A
XTATIC/AKA & PRIDDY UGLY - HIT 'EM UP
4B
MICASA - CAN'T GET ENOUGH
4C
EME - BADDEST BOY
4D
NAETO C FT D'BANJ  -  TONY MONTANA (BAD PASS) REMIX
4E
ZONEFAM - CONTOLOLA
4F
MOST GIFTED RAGGA DANCEHALL VIDEO
BUFFALO SOULJAH   -   BASAWINE
5A
KAAKIE    -    TOO MUCH
5B
JESSE JAGZ    -    MURDER DEM
5C
P-UNIT FT COLLO    -    YOU GUY (DAT DENDAI)
5D
RADIO & WEASEL    -    CAN'T LET YOU GO
5E
MOST GIFTED  HIP HOP VIDEO
AKA - JEALOUSY
6A
JAYSO & SARKODIE    -    PIZZA & BURGER
6B
REASON    -    DO IT LIKE I CAN
6C
IFANI FT BLAKSUGA - CHOCOLATE VANILLA
6D
E.L./M.ANIFEST    -    HALLELUJAH
6E
MOST GIFTED  R&B VIDEO
BANKY W    -    YES/NO
7A
VICTORIA KIMANI/M.I.    -    OYA
7B
ANSELMO RALPH - CURTICAO
7C
DANNY K    -    BROWN EYES
7D
CHASE    -    LONELY
7E
MOST GIFTED AFRO POP
THE SOIL FT ZAKWE - IINKOMO
8A
SAUTI SOL    -    MONEY LOVER
8B
2 FACE IDIBIA    -    IHE NE ME
8C
THE MUFFINZ    -    UMSEBENZI WENDODA
8D
DAVIDO  -  GOBE
8E
MOST GIFTED DANCE VIDEO
KCEE    -    LIMPOPO
9A
MAFIKIZOLO    -    KHONA
9B
FUSE ODG FT WYCLEF JEAN    -    ANTENNA
9C
DJ MALVADO FT PETTY  - JAMAICA
9D
DJ GANYANI  FT FB   -    XIGUBU
9E
  MOST GIFTED KWAITO
L'VOVO DERRANGO FT PROFESSOR     -    PALESA
10A
PROFESSOR ft Oskido & Charactor    -    FINGER PRINTS
10B
EES   -   WOZA DECEMBER
10C
KABELO - IMPILO
10D
DJ TIRA FT BIG NUZ & JOOCY - SUMMERTIME
10E
MOST GIFTED  AFRICAN WEST

D'PRINCE - GOODY BAG
11A
ICE PRINCE    -    ABOKI
11B
R2BEES    -    LIFE (WALAAHI)
11C
D-BLACK/JOEY B    -    VERA
11D
CHIDINMA/ ILL BLISS/ THA SUSPECT  -   EMI NI BALLER
11E
P SQUARE  -    ALINGO
11F
MOST GIFTED AFRICAN EAST
P-UNIT/COLLO    -    YOU GUY [DAT DENDAI]
12A
SAUTI SOL    -    MONEY LOVER
12B
RADIO & WEASEL    -    MAGNETIC
12C
AY/MARCO CHALI    -    PARTY ZONE
12D
NAVIO    -    KATA
12E
MOST GIFTED AFRICAN SOUTH

DAMA DO BLING   -   MY EISH
13A
OSKIDO    -    TSA MANDEBELE
13B
BLACK COFFEE  FT ZAKES BANTWINI  -    TAKE IT ALL OFF
13C
PAUL G FT FABULOUS   -   GET CONTROL
13D
DJ DIMPLEZ FT L - TIDO & ANATII -    WE AINT LEAVING
13E
KHULI CHANA    -    HAZZADAZMOVE
13F
MOST GIFTED VIDEO OF THE YEAR
AKA    -    JEALOUSY
14A
MAFIKIZOLO    -    KHONA
14B
STL    -    STELLA STELLA STELLA
14C
P SQUARE    -    ALINGO
14D
FUSE ODG FT WYCLEF JEAN    -    ANTENNA
14E
XTATIC/AKA & PRIDDY UGLY    -    HIT 'EM UP
14F
ZEUS FT AKA & TUMI -  #DatsWasup
14G
WIZKID    -    AZONTO
14H
PAUL G FT FABULOUS   -   GET CONTROL
14I
REASON    -    DO IT LIKE I CAN
14J
R2BEES    -    LIFE (WALAAHI)
14K
ICE PRINCE    -    ABOKI
14L