The year 2011 will be over in less than two weeks. As we may all have witnessed, this year produced some wonderful music; and those responsible for flying that musical flag need to be praised. Last year, we started a feature whereby we charted our Top 20 Albums Of 2010. Artists like Simphiwe Dana, Wayman Tisdale, Stimela, Herbie Hancock, Kanye West, and more, made it to the list. We would like to continue this tradition. Again, like we did last year,... 

This past Sunday R&B crooner Joe Thomas did what he does best, serenade the ladies with his voice and sultry dance moves. He performed into a crazily screaming crowd at the second and final half of his 2-city South African tour at the ICC in Durban. I had seen Joe perform live in the country twice before. So when I got offered the tickets, it couldn’t hurt to go for the third time. Even better was the fact that I was also offered to give... 

Moses Mabhida Stadium was abuzz this past Friday as house music junkies congregated to witness their favourite local and international DJ‘s do what they do best on the decks. The impressive line up that included the best DJ‘s and musicians the world has to offer, set the spectacularly transformed stadium ablaze with their hot tunes. Scheduled to last for 12 hours (from 12pm to 12am), the Vodacom Unlimited Festival provided plenty of music... 

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... 

This past September I attended the rehearsals for Mzansi Love Soul festival, and subsequently the Friday show. You may remember my write up about it where I mentioned that one of the artists on the line up, Brian Temba, let me listen to (and watch) his fresh and new single (video) off his yet untitled upcoming album. Guess what? Today is Brian Temba‘s birthday. And as a treat to his fans, he has decided to share the video for the song This... 

Are you a fan of shows like South Park, The Daily Show With Jon Stewart, 30 Rock, That 70′s Show, and Futurama? Have you always wished there was a dedicated channel where you could get your daily fix of everything comedy that the channel offers? Well, you’ll be glad to know that your wish is has been granted. Kyle of South Park. MTV Networks Africa has just revealed that Comedy Central is launching in South Africa and other parts of the... 

The nominations for the 54th Annual GRAMMY Awards were announced a few hours ago by The Recording Academy. The members of the Academy once again selected an assorted blend of talent from all the corners of the globe. Although Kanye West leads the pack with seven nominations, it is our very own Ladysmith Black Mambazo that have, once again, made us proud. Photo Credit: meggitymegs.wordpress.com Ladysmith Black Mambazo‘s Grammy history began in... 

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... 

Hot on the heels of the announcement of the title of the 23rd instalment of the James Bond franchise is the news that English actress Naomie Harris stars in the latest film. Her recent film appearances include The First Grader, which is doing well in South Africa. Naomie joins the current James Bond, Daniel Craig as well as other A-list actors that includes Javier Bardem, Ralph Fiennes, Dame Judi Dench, and the new Bond Girl, Bérénice Marlohe, in...