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They Are: The Frown

Friday is PUMA Social Jozi day! I have already talked about Desmond and the Tutus over here, and yesterday I did a profile on DJ Kenzhero. Today we have The Frown. Eve Rakow and Tim Apter make up this dynamic synth-pop duo, who bring a mix of haunting vocals and arresting images to their performances,Continue reading “They Are: The Frown”

Some Jelly Shoes, A Dominatrix and the Man Behind Chanel

A few years ago, when the world started going crazy about being “green”, the Brazilian plastic footwear brand, Melissa, was way ahead of the game. “For [over] 30 years, Melissa has been working hard to designContinue reading “Some Jelly Shoes, A Dominatrix and the Man Behind Chanel”

Throwback Thursday

Music from Chapter Untitled. Louie Vega and Josh Milan- Your Body: http://youtube.googleapis.com/v/yvXzg_aiCHs&source=uds Remember: the play is set to run at this year’s Grahamstown National Arts Festival. Book tickets and accommodation early to avoid disappointment.

Presenting: DJ Kenzhero

Tomorrow night is the last PUMA Social event in Johannesburg. *sad face* They are throwing one hell of a last hoorah, and the line-up is spectacular. DJ Kenzhero The first DJ for the night will be DJ Kenzhero, of Party People fame. DJ Kenzhero has a respectable following both in his city of birth, Johannesburg,Continue reading “Presenting: DJ Kenzhero”

Reading Back To My Childhood

Books are probably the truest, most consistent friends one can have. If you can think back to primary school, or even before that, and pick out the first book you really loved- the first author whose mind you fell in love with- then you should be grateful: you are among the privileged few in thisContinue reading “Reading Back To My Childhood”

Why Haven’t You Been To PUMA Social Club Yet? (Toya Delazy and Beat Army This Friday)

source Toya Delazy is going to be at PUMA Social Club tomorrow night. I am already making plans to be there early enough to avoid hours of queuing, (and all the pushing and squashing and general foolishness people get involved in while waiting to go inside), but also late enough to not be the girlContinue reading “Why Haven’t You Been To PUMA Social Club Yet? (Toya Delazy and Beat Army This Friday)”

Miguel Is In South Africa. Like, Right Now.

Last night one of my favourite musicians, Miguel had his first show in South Africa at the Ellis Park indoor arena at Johannesburg and Reef.I didn’t go. It’s a toss-up between “I didn’t have any money” and “I couldn’t decide until the last minute whether I wanted to go or not”. In the end, IContinue reading “Miguel Is In South Africa. Like, Right Now.”

How Do I Love Thee, Monthly Glossy? Let Me Count the Ways…

I had a good time collecting foreign editions of popular magazines during That Week In December. The three at the top- Grazia and the two ELLE magazines- were free at reception. Fashion magazines with full features- not just the brochure or “teaser” types- are free for guests. I found that quite impressive. (Is that just because IContinue reading “How Do I Love Thee, Monthly Glossy? Let Me Count the Ways…”

My Latest YouTube/Blog Obsessions* (Or: "The Internet Stole My Life")

*I’m serious: it’s become an issue. Get comfortable and click “Pause” on all those other videos, people: this is going to be a long post. Early last week, I saw an update on Twitter about a certain “YouTube sensation” that Seventeen apparently does a feature on in the latest issue. Young Caspar Lee from KnysnaContinue reading “My Latest YouTube/Blog Obsessions* (Or: "The Internet Stole My Life")”