It’s sad that the MTN Durban Jazz Festival is in its 9th year already, but I have yet to attend. I remember having my tickets in hand on the day of the festival over 6 years ago, yet I still didn’t go. I have since attempted to be part of the festivities over the years, but something always crops up at the last minute; and I end up not going. Here’s to hoping that this year things are different. Anyway, revellers at this year’s... 

If you haven’t heard about world renowned rapper Lil’ Wayne coming to Mzansi for a series of concerts, which rock do you live under? Durban has, in the past, been very slow when it comes to ticket sales for any huge event. However, the tide is changing. The tickets have been selling like hot magwinya’s. And that high demand has led to the promoters adding another date for Lil’ Wayne’s eThekwini fans to get a chance to... 

Black Coffee is no stranger to breaking ground since he burst into the music scene about a decade ago. His list of accomplishments read like a novel. To add to his pioneering nature, he is set to record a live DVD. Now, you may be wondering how a DJ can be recording a live DVD. A lot of local DJ’s have been seen enhancing their performances by featuring a live element into their act. Black Coffee during the launch of his foundation last year. Always... 

Rainbow Restaurant, situated in Pinetown, just outside Durban, has been a vehicle for many local and national live acts to showcase their impressive talents. Well known or otherwise, this venue has hosted the best talent South Africa has to offer, in their ongoing live events. Feya Faku I’ve been communicating with, the man behind it all, Bandwagon Afrika‘s Neil Comfort, for quite a while now. Over the years, he has sent out press releases... 

It was recently announced that Usher Raymond V is coming back to South Africa for a 3-venue tour in March 2012. I remember seeing him perform live at the peak of his career at the Durban Exhibition Centre in the early 2000‘s. He was impressive then, and I hope he still puts out a brilliant act with his performances. Photo by Anthony Mandler Although Usher had released music through Diddy‘s Bad Boy Records before, it was only when he crossed... 

Who remembers the very first Joyous Celebration project? I do. In fact, I remember the first four projects the gospel ensemble released. I even bought the CD’s because I enjoyed their music so much then. Just thinking about it now reminds me of Family Factory, a group which the now famously known congregation branched off from. The likes of the late Vuyo Mokoena, Jabu Hlongwane, the late Wendy Mseleku, Vicky Vilakazi, Sharon Dee, Margaret Motsage,... 

With four studio albums under their belt, the band Freshlyground is no stranger to radio, television, and all other mediums where their music enjoys massive exposure. Made of an assortment of musicians spanning different parts of the continent, the band is turning 10 years this year. To celebrate this remarkable milestone, they are embarking on a nationwide tour dubbed Love No Hate, that kicks off this coming Thursday, 04 November 2011, at Leseding... 

Vick Lavender is no stranger to those that enjoy deep, soulful house music. In fact, he is no stranger to the music industry, period. Vick was a member of Glenn Underground’s Strictly Jaz Unit. However, being a part of Mr. A.L.I. (with Jere McAllister) was what helped him delve deeper into many a heart. He went on to form his own record label, Sophisticado Recordings, which aims to create the music he is in love with. Moreover, Vick‘s music... 

It’s yet again another weekend with a sizzling line up of events. Have you decided what you want to do yet? Here’s a good start: Three weeks ago Johannesburg’s techno and house fiends delighted in a bright new flash on the radar. Under their Toy Toy banner veteran DJ trio Digital Rockit have served up a tasty solution to Friday’s barren nocturnal menu. The subterranean section of Capital in Rosebank has been transformed into a... 

I have seen John Legend perform live three times now. The first time, it was his first visit in the country in 2005, not long after the release of his debut album Get Lifted. I remember it so well because I even attended the press conference at the Hilton Hotel in Sandton. Another reason it gnaws on my mind still is because his opening act at the Standard Bank Arena was the late Lebo Mathosa. And that would be the last time I saw Lebo perform live...