Florence and the Machine – Dog Days are Over (Friday Song)
Florence and the Machine (sometimes stylised as Florence + the Machine) Continue reading “Florence and the Machine – Dog Days are Over (Friday Song)” »
“My Cape Town” – I Scream and the Chocolate Stix
Local band in CT, recorded and shot with absolutely no budget whatsoever. Luke Viviers and Bheki Dladla lead vocals with Tony Shine and Just Nathan on the strings. Music Video directed by Porteus Xandou.
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The Killers in Cape Town: Photos from the event…
On Sunday, Cape Town was treated to one of the best live performances I’ve seen to date.
The Killers rocked the stage, which was set in the stunning Val De Vie Wine and Polo Estate near Paarl.
Here are some photos of the event via Jared Botha.
Friday Song: Bohemian Rhapsody by The Muppets
I haven’t seen Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody” redone in a cool way since the scene from Wayne’s World back in the day. Continue reading “Friday Song: Bohemian Rhapsody by The Muppets” »
Friday Song: Captain Planet Theme Song Parody… Ridiculous
In an attempt to generate some childhood nostalgia, I stumbled across good old Captain Planet… I didn’t quite find what I was looking for in this ridiculous video. It’s good for a laugh though. Continue reading “Friday Song: Captain Planet Theme Song Parody… Ridiculous” »
Your Friday Song: The Killers – Hotel California…
Got a good feeling about this weekend and I’m sure everyone’s a bit sick of ‘I gotta feeling’, so I’m going to kick Friday off with a chilled track from the Killers. Continue reading “Your Friday Song: The Killers – Hotel California…” »
Grocery Store Musical – Bringing Fun Back Into Shopping
Their latest mission, six undercover actors burst into song in a grocery store in Queens. After a few minutes of singing and wacky choreography, they returned to their roles as shoppers and stock boys. The mission was filmed with hidden robotic, lipstick, and wearable cameras. The song was played over the store’s PA system live.
This is one of nearly 100 different missions Improv Everywhere has executed over the past eight years in New York City. Others include Frozen Grand Central, the Food Court Musical, and the famous No Pants Subway Ride, to name a few.
Kirstenbosch Summer Concerts 2009/2010 Band Line up
The Kirstenbosch Summer Concerts are in my top 5 list of cool things to do in Cape Town. If you’ve ever been to one, it’s not hard to figure out why.
Kirstenbosch Summer Concerts
Here is the list of bands playing at the 2009/2010 concerts:
- Johnny Clegg (November 22)
- Jesse Clegg (December 6)
- Jonny Cooper Orchestra (December 13)
- Ashtray Electric and Pretty Blue Guns (December 27)
- A Fist Full of Diamonds with Josie Fields, Farryl Purkiss and Dan Patlansky (January 3)
- Freshlyground (January 10)
- Kirstenbosch Gardens, photo courtesy Greg Beadle
- Zebra & Giraffe (January 17)
- Fokofpolisiekar (January 24)
- aKING (February 7)
- Just Jinjer (February 21)
- Prime Circle (February 28)
- Goldfish (March 7)
- The Dirty Skirts (March 14)
- The Cape Philharmonic Orchestra (March 21)
- Watershed (March 28)
The party continues with the Old Mutual Encounters series, featuring Claire Philips and Neo Muyanga (November 29); Lira, Hip Hop Pantsula and RJ Benjamin (January 31); Jamali, Jody, Sasha Lee, Soulstone (February 14); and Tidal Waves and Tumi Molekane (April 4).
Tickets will sell fast, so make sure you book online at www.webtickets.co.za or call +27 21 799 8783/8620
Find out more about Cape Town events here.
U2 Live on YouTube this Sunday at Pasadena Rose Bowl
U2 have confirmed via video blog that their sold-out concert at the Pasadena Rose Bowl in California, this Sunday, 25th October, will be streamed free, in full and live on YouTube.
This is the first time that a show of this size will be streamed live.
Head to Youtube.com/u2 for more information.
Friday Song: David Guetta feat. Akon – Sexy Bitch
Here’s the Friday song of the month to kickstart your weekend… I hope you guys find the ‘baddest thing around town’ tonight. Continue reading “Friday Song: David Guetta feat. Akon – Sexy Bitch” »
Friday Song: Fleet Foxes – Mykonos
Fleet Foxes is a five-piece Seattle-based band signed to Sub Pop and Bella Union. Continue reading “Friday Song: Fleet Foxes – Mykonos” »
I Heart The Wedding DJ’s – Live at Assembly
Following a housewarming in Cape Town, a large group of us made our way to The Assembly to watch Zebra and Giraffe, followed by The Wedding DJ’s live in action.
It was the unexpected pairing of two disparate styles of music and stage presence that made for one impressive show.
Zebra and Giraffe were great, playing many of their songs that one recognizes from the airplay they receive on 5FM, which quickly reminds you why they’re quickly becoming a leading local band.
But in my opinion, The Wedding DJ’s stole the show. I know they just play remixed 80’s classics, but the entertainment lies with the vibe they create. Spinning slick favourites such as the theme songs from Baywatch and Top Gun, to a surprisingly well received version of a Spice Girls hit – they owned the stage. Continue reading “I Heart The Wedding DJ’s – Live at Assembly” »
Coda playing live at Wembley Square tonight
Popular Afro-fusion group Coda is holding a free concert at Wembley Square tonight at 18:30. Featuring Verity and The Shades, and a 2010 Diski Dance demonstration, makes for a great start to the weekend.
CODA was nominated as one of the South African’s top five new bands in the 2006 Top Billing/Lifestyle Awards, and has been described in the media as the ‘next big thing’ in the South African music industry.
Watch them this weekend:
18 Sept 09
FREE Wembley Square concert featuring Verity and The Shades
Time: 6:30 PM
Cost: Free
Venue: Wembley Square, Solan Street, Gardens
Contact: Carol@Codamusic.co.za
19 Sept 09
FREE Waterfront Amphitheatre Bandana Day Concert
Time: 2 PM
Cost: Free
Venue: V & A Waterfront, Cape Town
Contact: Adi@sunflowerfund.org.za
More information can be found at the Coda Website.
