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Kool Out Live back up on the block.
It’s been a crazy 4 weeks with the World Cup and all that and now winter has finally come. KOL’s got some heat to keep y’all warm for this month.
On July 31st, KOL will feature one of Cape Town’s soulful bands… Soul Noir.
If you are a lover of live music, well, this one is especially for you.
Soul Noir is a neo-soul cover band, started in late 2009, and have been slowly gaining momentum since. Their repetoir consists MAINLY of neo-jazzy-soul tunes by the like of Erykah Badu, Jill Scott, Les Nubian, and also some songs by South African singers like Zama Jobe and Lira.
Ill Human Nati Getuies will be bringing that raw KaapseFlakte raps. For all you raw Cape heads, hears something to sink your teeth in… but don’t bite.
Mingus & The Goodfellas aka Kool Out Trio will be providing the nights live sound with some Hip Hop, Funk and Jazz flavor.
Also, for all you MC’s, there will be a live band open mic so get your scrips right.
DJ Raiko & DJ I.D. will be on the 1s and 2s bringing you the best in Hip Hop flavors.
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The Hilton Schilder Support Trust is hosting a benefit at the B Lounge Restaurant at the Old Biscuit Mill in Salt River, on Sunday, 18 July!
Two original works by the local artists Wayne Barker will be auctioned – Reserve price R3000 each – as well as a limited-edition photograph of Vernon Terrace, District 6 by George Hallett – Reserve price R9000! And a Tretchikoff inspired framed copy of Niklas Zimmers “Venus”
Entry is R100 which will give you a gourmet meal and a glass of wine with live music by the Bokhani Dyer Band with special guests…Steven Erasmus, Mac Mckenzie and others.
Come and show your support for the son of Cape Town jazz! Contact Mark on 021 447 7447 or email info@capetownnightlife.net or join the Facebook group “Hilton Schilder Support Trust”
STATION 70
1970s musical tribute show
Date Friday 30 July to Saturday 18 September
Wednesday through to Saturday
Time Doors open at 20h00 and the show starts at 20h30
Venue Roxy Revue Bar, GrandWest
Tickets R67 per person, tickets available at Computicket
The 1970s will probably best be remembered for rock and disco music, along with hippies, bell-bottomed jeans, platform shoes, larva lamps and the cold war. Iconic musicals from the period such as The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Grease and Saturday Night Fever became cult classics, and audience ratings rocketed for television shows such as The Brady Bunch and Charlie’s Angels, while the entire world wanted to know who shot JR in Dallace.
Now, in a tribute to the era, musical director Mike McCullagh will present Station 70 at GrandWest’s Roxy Revue between 30 July and 18 September, Wednesday through to Saturday.
For the show the stage is transformed into a radio station playing 70s music with assistance from a live, nine-piece band. News, commentary, calls from listeners and even quirky comical ads epitomising the era completes the radio concept.
The talented cast of Capetonians includes well known vocalists Lucy Holgate, Riaan Corneluis and Keenan Arrison who also plays the role of radio DJ. The rhythm section is led by Kyle Petersen on keyboards, Neil Peyton, Warren Lomberg and Lorenzo Bastiaan on guitar, Ricardo Philander on drums and Morgan King on Sax. Backing vocals are provided by Leani Ekermans.
The audience is welcome to join in the singing of tracks such as Joy to the World, Nut Bush City Limits, Kung Fu Fighting, Stayin’ Alive and many more from artists such as Michael Jackson, Queen, Abba, Earth Wind and Fire, The Stylistics, the Four Seasons and many others.
Doors open at 20h00 and the show starts at 20h30. Tickets are available at Computicket at R67 per person.
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FRANSCHHOEK BASTILLE FESTIVAL
A CELEBRATION OF FREEDOM
17 & 18 JULY 2010
Make your way to Franschhoek, South Africa’s Gourmet Capital, over the weekend of the 17th and 18th of July, where locals and visitors will be celebrating the Valley’s centuries-old French Huguenot heritage at its annual Bastille Festival.
The Franschhoek Wine Valley has throughout the years been linked with the pursuit of freedom, as the destination where the French Huguenots sought refuge from persecution. Aside from the European legacy, the connection with freedom is also evident in a local context with the Drakenstein Prison (formerly Victor Verster), the prison from which the iconic Nelson Mandela was released, situated between Franschhoek and Paarl. This year in particular will be more significant as it commemorates the 20th anniversary of Mr Mandela’s release from the exact prison.
And 2010 will without a doubt be a year of celebrations. Taking into account that South Africa will be winding down from the hype and festivities of World Cup 2010, what better way to paint the town red, white and blue and join in ‘A Celebration of Freedom’. Not forgetting, it’s the only time of the year you’ll be forgiven for wearing a beret.
The Food and Wine Marquee open from 12 noon until 5pm, is always the focal point which draws people to the hub of activity, where visitors can sample fine wines from some of Franschhoek’s award-winning wine estates and indulge in mouth-watering dishes created by the Valley’s highly acclaimed chefs. Sample a wide selection of cuisine, ranging from: oysters, sushi, local and French cheeses to charcuterie, hand-made chocolates and salmon trout from the area.
Not to be missed is the festival’s comprehensive sporting element featuring the usual, popular traditions and activities of: boules, Franschhoek minstrel parade, kiddies’ soccer, a barrel-rolling contest and a fun run. A farmers’ market, craft market stalls, musicians and children’s activities are also included in the line up of festival celebrations. For those wanting to appreciate French heritage in comfort, the Screening Room at Le Quartier Français will be screening French movies throughout the weekend.
Known throughout the world for its fine cuisine, Franschhoek’s award-winning restaurants will also be offering special menus exclusively prepared for this annual Festival.
So, with something for everyone, make a weekend of your visit, taking full advantage of the many Bastille accommodation packages on offer. Come celebrate the universal triumph of freedom. C’est la vie!
COST
An R100.00 per person entrance fee allows you access to the Food and Wine Marquee, which includes a tasting glass and a complimentary booklet containing 5 tasting coupons. Thereafter all tastings will be charged on consumption.
BOOKINGS
Tickets can be purchased through www.webtickets.co.za, but hurry as tickets are limited. Once the marquee is full no further patrons will be admitted.
ENQUIRIES
Darielle Robertson
Events Manager
Franschhoek Wine Valley Tourist Association
Tel: 021 876 2861
Email: events@franschhoek.org.za
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A flagship night of the 16, plus year old Swingers Jazz Club in Wetton, Cape Town. With too many guest jazz musicians and artists to mention, the venue has hosted the biggest names in Jazz Music. From Joe Sample to Jonathan Butler, basically if you play or love jazz music, you would have been to Swingers, to be mesmerized by the music and vibe of Cape Town jazz music and its people.
The house band comprises of Alvyn Dyers,Denver Furness, Alistair Andrews and Kyle Shepherd, with guest performances from muso’s from all over the world, jamming live on stage.
Table Bookings are recommended. Call 021 762 2443 or email swingers@absamail.co.za to reserve your seat.
Dinner & Wine Menu available.
PS. Do not forget about the Sunday Cabaret with Leslie Klein-smith and his band. Hosted by Clarence Ford (Heart 104.9fm)
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Cape Town
A venue as unique as Cape Town itself, enjoy an evening at Asoka Son of Dharma situated in Kloof Street.
68 Kloof Street Tamboerskloof, Cape Town
| Phone | 021-422 0909 |
| info@asokabar.co.za | |
| Website | www.asokabar.co.za |
One of the longest running jazz clubs in Cape Town. Situated in Wetton on the Cape Flats, this venue offers live entertainment and dinner on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday evenings.
| Phone | 021 762 2443 |
| swingers@absamail.co.za | |
| Website | www.capetownnightlife.net |
MARIMBA
Cape Town
Corner Coen Steytler and Heerengracht, Foreshore
| Phone | (021) 418 3366 |
| info@marimbaSA.com | |
| Website | www.marimbasa.com |
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Cape Grace Hotel V & A Waterfront
| Phone | 021 410 7080 |
| info@capegrace.co.za | |
| Website | www.capegrace.com |
Victoria & Alfred Arcade Pierhead, V&A Waterfront
| Phone | (021) 421 7471 |
| greendolphin@mweb.co.za |
The Rainbow Room, Cape Town’s newest Music Venue is located in the heart of the Cape Town CBD in the upmarket established Mandela Rhodes Place Lifestyle Centre.
Mandela Rhodes Place 23 Church Street
| Phone | 021 422 1428 |
| manager@therainbowexperience.co.za | |
| Website | www.therainbowexperience.co.za |
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Jojoflores has come a long way from his humble Montreal roots.
Today, House Music’s “Mixed Tape King” has achieved global reach, and is now a tireless ambassador of soulful dance music to every corner of the world.
In addition to being one of the genre’s most respected DJ’s;
Jojoflores is also CEO of Gotsoul Records and founder of the infamous Therapy soirees – now enjoyed in 7 cities worldwide from Cape Town to San Francisco and Toronto. Along the way, he’s found time to open up a club, own a record shop, and produce numerous records and CD’s.
Jojoflores’ reputation for rocking a dance floor has rewarded him with multiple residencies at famed clubs world-wide, including New York City’s Cielo; Nikki Beach Miami; Deep in Los Angeles; Lotus in Hawaii; along with venues in Melbourne, Dubai, Brazil, Santorini & Athens. He was voted “Best International DJ” 4 years running by NYC’s Undaground Archives.
His dedication and hard work have also garnered him a corporate client list which includes MAC Cosmetics, Apple, Hugo Boss, Vanity Fair, Puma, Details Magazine, Banana Republic, Cadillac, and The Delano Hotel. He has headlined events with Wyclef Jean, Jody Watley, K-OS, Jazzy Jeff and not to mention he’s become D-Squared’s go-to DJ in Canada.
Jojoflores’ last visit to South Africa was nothing less than inspirational, dropping tracks that almost caused me collapse on the dance floor. Rocking a beautiful, intimate crowd with Deep House classics, re-edits and a remix of a Bjork hit, created a list of excited facebook friends, awaiting his return soon after.
Well, its now 2 years later, and its officially confirmed… Jojoflores is in the building! After been invited as a guest speaker, and international DJ for the Southern African Music Conference to be held in Joburg next month, this truly inspirational DJ will perform a mind-blowing 3 hour set on 24 June 2010 at a ‘cosy’ Cape Town’ venue to be disclosed, exclusive to ticket holders.
Peep this video to witness the fitness of Jojoflores, as he rocked Toronto with fellow DJ and world famous producer Dennis Ferrer at The century Room just last week.
For more info on this event email info@capetownnightlife.net with your name and contact details. A lovely lady will then be contacting you, shortly after we have confirmed your details.
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Ocean Drive, Time Out (NYC), Elle Quebec, Montreal Mirror, Soul by the Pound (Montreal Mirror), Montreal Hour, Montreal Voir, Montreal Gazette, Winnipeg Free Press, Ottawa Sun, Eye Magazine (Toronto), Now Magazine (Toronto), Pulse (Now Toronto), Klublife (Toronto), Nitelife (Montreal), Canadian Post, Georgia Straight (Vancouver), Audrey (Asian Women’s lifestyle mag., USA), Juice (Singapore), Cleo (Singapore), ABS-CBN TV (Philippines), Radionova (Paris), & FASHION Magazine, Canada.
DISCOGRAPHY:
1. Co-produced with Rom — Isley Brothers “Speachless” jamsteady remix (Promo Release Only)
2. Add. arrangements on Miles Moore’s remix of Osunlade & Jaffa’s Native Tongue Revisited (gotsoul)
3. Executive Producer: Osunlade feat. Sambas “Obatala Y Oduduwa” (gotsoul)
4. Executive Producer: Osunlade feat. Jaffa “Native Tongue Revisited” (gotsoul)
5. Executive Producer: Esperanza feat. Carolyn Punter “Saved” (gotsoul)
6. jojoflores presents: “Sounds of Baltimore” featuring: Fertile Ground, Dj Pope & Oji.(gotsoul)
7. Compiled & Mixed: Globe La Collection 2XCD Compilation
8. jojoflores & Mike Fresco Presents: Orixas Revisited
9. Executive Producer: Ashen & Walker Feat. Shaun Escoffery “Music In My Life”
10. Mixed and Compiled: After Dark Montreal 2XCD (Kinky Sweet)
11. Executive Producer: Glenn Underground “ Indians & Bag Pipes” (Gotsoul)
12. Executive Producer: Soul Creation Feat. Kenny Bobien “Thru The Rain” (Gotsoul)
13. Compiled & Mixed: Miami Sunset Sessions 2XCD with Halo
15. jojoflores & Joe Dipadova “Yes Smoke” (Deeper Shades of House)
14. Gyasi “The Dance” jojoflores Therapy Edit (Deeper Shades of House)
15. Justin Imperiale “The Ritual” jojoflores Therapy Edit
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RedKings Poker Team Pro Ramzi Jelassi showcased his awesome live poker talent yesterday by winning the Main Event of the 2010 Helsinki Midnight Sun in Finland.
The 2850€ buy-in tournament drew a field of 139 players with Jelassi taking down an impressive 117000€ first prize.
This was his fourth money finish after winning the IPT San Remo in August last year. With two EPT money finishes and two wins in the last 11 months the star of Swedish poker is finally achieving the results so many poker people in the know have been expecting for some time now.
Determined to win the famous Gnome which goes to the Midnight Sun winner chip leader Jelassi made a deal in the final stages to be declared the winner of the Tournament. Commented Jelassi, “I have played the Midnight Sun and Helsinki Freezeout quite a few times now and being part Finnish I just wanted to go home with the Gnome this time. It cost me some money but it’s like winning a WSOP bracelet in this part of the world so it was very important to me”
Commented RedKings Poker Director Michael Golembo, “ We are delighted for Ramzi with yet another fantastic win. He is such a great guy and as a poker player and ambassador for RedKings he is just outstanding. Everyone at RedKings congratulates him and we all look forward to seeing him in action again soon. Live Tournament Poker, Ramzi Jelassi and Team RedKings are very important part of our online poker strategy which will become even more apparent when we announce our first major Live Tournament in the next few weeks.”
Team RedKings comprises Poker pros like Swedish Ramzi Jelassi and Finnish champion Toni Ojala, first time live poker tournament players chosen by RedKings and players who qualify through the huge number of Live Poker Events promoted online at RedKings. RedKings has online poker tournament guarantees of over $16,000,000 each month and qualifiers for their online live poker event satellites start from as little as $2.00.
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