Goldfish at The Grand

On Sunday, 31 March 2013, South Africa’s favourite electric duo, Goldfish, returns to finish off an amazing summer season in Cape Town with one last show at The Grand! Not only will they be enticing the crowd with old favourites, but will also be featuring new music from their forthcoming album “Three second memory” which is set to launch on May 17th 2013. Pretzel Dogs and flamed-grilled Prego Rolls will be served at The Grand’s outdoor fireplace.

EVENT DETAILS:

For more information kindly visit the Goldfish website www.goldfishlive.com or Facebook event page http://www.facebook.com/events/145308578971327/?notif_t=plan_user_invited

GOLDFISH to perform at The Grand Cafe & Beach Cape Town

South Africa’s proudest electronic export, Goldfish, has returned to South Africa after another Ibiza Summer residency and three month tour of Europe!

They will be playing their first show back in Cape Town at The Grand Café & Beach on Sunday, 11 November 2012.

 EVENT INFORMATION:

  • Date: Sunday 11 November 2012
  • Time: 5pm – 10pm
  • Venue: The Grand Cafe & Beach Cape Town
  • Tickets: Tickets R150 and available from Web Ticket. A maximum of 800 tickets are available.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Be sure not to miss the first of many Goldfish gigs this summer! 

Sterre van 7de Laan jol saam by Huisgenoot-Skouspel

Wat kan Skouspel nog meer skouspelagtig maak as ’n 60-tal kunstenaars? Hillside se mense in lewende lywe! Hilda (Annelisa Weiland), Matrone (Annelize van der Ryst-Hattingh), Oubaas (Pierre van Pletzen), Aggie (Mimi Mahlasela), Altus (Heino Schmitt), Pieter (Ivan Botha), Kim (Corné Crous) en Bonita (Hildegart Whites) gaan vanjaar saam met van die grootste name in die Afrikaanse musiekwêreld jolyt verskaf. Dit is die Hillsiders se eerste keer op die Skouspel-verhoog en hulle beplan groot dinge vir die gehoor. Ons hoop net nie Matrone gaan Oubaas by die swembad probeer afrokkel nie! En al was die 7de Laners voorheen reeds by die vertoning, sien hulle daarna uit om hierdie keer deel van die skouspel te wees. “Ek sien die meeste uit na die nuwe sangers,” het Oubaas gesê. “En ek na die partytjie agterna,” sê Hilda.

Laurika Rauch, Coenie de Villiers, Kurt Darren, Nicholis Louw en Dozi is maar net ’n paar van die groot name wat vanjaar vir uitstekende vermaak gaan sorg. En moenie nuwe talent soos VonWest misloop nie! Riaan Cruywagen en Lizz Meiring is die sjarmante aanbieders. Weet verseker: Vanjaar se Skouspel gaan weer ’n hoogtepunt op die Afrikaanse musiekkalender wees.

Skouspel 2012 vind oor twee naweke by Sun City plaas.

Datums en konsert tye:
Saterdag 6 Oktober om 14:00 en 20:00
Sondag 7 Oktober om 12:00
Saterdag 13 Oktober om 13:00 en 19:00
Sondag 14 Oktober om 12:00

Kry sommer vandag nog jou kaartjie by Computicket vir die vertoning van ’n leeftyd! Vir Skouspel-naweekpakette bel die Huisgenoot-Reisklub by 011-866-9545 vir nog inligting.

Skouspel 2012 – die grootste ooit!

Skouspel 2012 is hier en met meer as 60 kunstenaars – die grootste ooit!

Huisgenoot-Skouspel gaan vanjaar asems wegslaan soos nog nooit vantevore nie. Met meer as 60 kunstenaars op die verhoog – die meeste in Skouspel-geskiedenis – gaan dit ’n musiekekstravaganza wees soos Suid-Afrika nog nooit beleef het nie. Boonop is vanjaar se aanbieders die nuuslegende Riaan Cruywagen en die geliefde Lizz Meiring.

Vanjaar fokus Huisgenoot-Skouspel veral op die legendes. Behalwe vir die twee top-aanbieders, sal gunstelinge soos Laurika Rauch, Rina Hugo, André Schwartz en Coenie de Villiers ook ’n draai maak. Huisgenoot vergeet egter nie van vars talent nie. Kyk uit vir Charlize Berg, die sangpaar Hulle, Ricus Nel, Adam Tas, Armand Hofmeyr en Dewald Louw.

En natuurlik sal sterre soos Die Heuwels Fantasties, Rouchelle Liedemann, Kurt Darren, Joe Niemand, Willem Botha, Romanz en Rudi Claasse weer daar wees.

“Afrikaanse musiek het ’n groot erfenis, maar leef nie net in die verlede nie – elke dag word nog jong, nuwe talent gebore,” sê Izelle Venter, hoofredakteur van Huisgenoot, YOU en DRUM. “Skouspel is ’n viering van hierdie erfenis. Dis nie net ’n uitvoering van die een treffer na die ander nie, maar ’n fyn gechoreografeerde verwerking van die beste musiek deur die talentvolste sterre in ons land, en vanjaar gaan ons al hierdie elemente saambring.”

Vanjaar is daar ook weer fantastiese reispakkette vir almal wat ’n naweekuitstappie daarvan wil maak. Toer met die Bloutrein of koop ’n pakket wat die hele naweek se verblyf en etes insluit. Kry inligting hieroor by die Huisgenoot-Reisklub by 011-886-9545, of stuur ’n e-pos na huisgenoot_megatrav.co.za.

Skouspel 2012 vind oor twee naweke plaas, op 6 Oktober en 13 Oktober by Sun City. Kry sommer vandag nog jou kaartjie by Computicket vir die vertoning van ’n leeftyd!

Skouspel 2011 – the best ever


The biggest event on the Huisgenoot and Afrikaans music calendar was a celebration of note once again. The two Sun City weekends, which took place from 7 to 9 October and 14 to 16 October, made up the 12th Skouspel and a host of firsts were celebrated.

The most performers ever seen on the Skouspel stage, seven female and 38 male artists, took part in this year’s event at the Sun City Superbowl. This year Coenie de Villiers was honoured for his contribution to Afrikaans music and several artists were assisted by Coenie in performing a selection of his hits – Jennifer Jones, Snotkop and hot band Die Heuwels Fantasties among others.

The year’s Skouspel was made extra special with a range of new elements. Giant screens with thematic videos complemented the mulimillion rand stage, in step with international trends. This was also the first year that dancers formed part of the act.

A range of top fashion designers and design houses took care of the outfits such as Karen ter Morshuizen of Lunar, Stefania Morland, Suzaan Heyns, Diaan Daniels, Heni, 46664, Shaldon Kopman for Naked Ape, Errol Arendz shoes, Klûk CGDT, Hip Hop, Thula Sindi, David Tlale and Joel Janse van Vuuren. Eugenie Drakes of Piece provided the African-inspired jewellery. Designers well known for contributions to previous year’s Skouspel outfits were also there: Kobus Dippenaar, Gert-Johan Coetzee and Dazelle Venter. House of Monatic’s C2 label dressed the men in tailored suits.

Italian singer Patrizio Buanne, the first international star to grace the Skouspel stage, impressed audiences when he sang a few lines of a song in Afrikaans and Nianell launched her first book, Knowing Who I Am, at Skouspel Vrouedag, sponsored by Virseker.

Skouspel was made possible by a range of faithful sponsors:  Checkers, Clover, Virseker, Sun City, M-Net, KykNet and Computicket.

And another first! For those who couldn’t make it to this year’s Skouspel, it will be on the big screen at Ster-Kinekor theatres from 11 November. Call Ster-Kinekor’s ticket line on 082-16789 or go to www.sterkinekor.com for more information. The Skouspel DVD and CD will go on sale at the end of November.

Huisgenoot Skouspel 2011: Glam event of the year

This year Skouspel will be more glamorous than ever. Not only will the best in Afrikaans performers be there, but a host of fashion designers will be showcasing their latest designs at the event. Taking place on the weekends of 7 to 9 October and 14 to 16 October, the Skouspel weekends offer the ideal getaway for the whole family – an adventurous setting, unforgettable music and entertainment for everyone from seven to seventy. This year there’s even more to look forward to, with the Shoprite Checkers championship boerewors competition, prizes and giveaways from Clover as well as additional performances by the Campbells on Friday 7 October and Friday 14 October. Here are some of the highlights you can look forward to at this year’s Skouspel.

Huisgenoot-Tempo and the Skouspel programme
As a reminder of this special event we’re putting together a glossy programme that will be sold at Skouspel. In it you’ll find beautiful photographs of each of the artists taking part as well as a behind-the-scenes feature on this magical production. This keepsake will be printed on glossy paper and will be sold with Huisgenoot Tempo at R50.

Skouspel Vrouedag
This year’s Skouspel Vrouedag offers something special for the ladies. The singer Nianell talks to Huisgenoot Tempo editor Wicus Pretorius about her latest book, Om te Weet Wie Ek Is, and she and Jak de Priester will perform some of their most popular songs. Revlon will do mini makeovers and each lady will go home with a pamper pack containing a gift and a copy of the latest Huisgenoot Mooi. The event starts at 9 am and includes light snacks, tea and coffee. It’s the perfect way to spend your morning while the rest of the family sets off for some entertainment at the Valley of Waves. Tickets are available at Computicket and cost R200 each. Nianell’s book will also be on sale at a special price.

Beachy offer for day visitors
If you can’t stay the weekend it doesn’t mean you have to miss out on the Sun City fun. Make use of our Beachy offer for day visitors and you can enjoy the following:
-    The crowning of the Shoprite Checkers championship boerewors king, which takes place at Sun City’s Valley of Waves on Saturday 8 October. Visitors will be able to taste the finalists’ recipes.
-    Clover will be hosting a range of fun activities, competitions and giveaways on Saturday 15 October at Valley of Waves.
The Beachy offer costs R160 per person and grants you access to all of these activities as well as a free hamburger or chicken burger, chips and cooldrink. You’ll also be able to visit the Huisgenoot readers’ stall where there will be t-shirts, CDs, magazines and other products on sale. Gates open at 9 am and close at 6 pm. This offer is available for any of the days of the Skouspel weekends: 8 and 9 October and  15 and 16 October. Tickets available at Computicket.

From Skouspel to Aardklop
Only the most popular and in-demand artists perform at Skouspel, and they don’t like to disappoint their fans. That’s why we’re flying some of the artists to Potchefstroom to perform at the Treffer na Treffer concert at Aardklop on 6 October (a day before Skouspel starts). Treffer na Treffer will be the only Huisgenoot show at Aardklop this year, so if you’re going to be there it’s the ticket you should get. The show starts at 6 pm at the Clover music arena on the Aardklop festival terrain and tickets are available at Computicket. Reserved seats cost R125 and unreserved seats R95.

Sponsors
Skouspel is once again supported by a host of loyal sponsors this year. Checkers, Clover, Sun City, kykNET and Computicket are being joined by Virseker, who are also sponsoring Skouspel Vrouedag, SkouspelPlus 2012 and the Huisgenoot Tempotoekennings and Huisgenoot Tempo Liedjieskryfkompetisie.

If you’d like to attend Skouspel you’ll have to hurry! The only tickets left are for the concerts on Sunday 9 and 16 October. Tickets available at Computicket and prices range from R280 to R620.

Media24 Weeklies is the publisher of Huisgenoot, YOU, DRUM, Landbouweekblad,  Huisgenoot Tempo, TV24, FarmingSA, SA Hunter/Jagter, Finweek, NewsNow, NuusNou, tvplus and Heat.

A COLOURFUL SURPRISE READY FOR BLOOM AT MCQP

‘Flower Power’ is the theme for this year’s Mother City Queer Project on 18 December 2010. With so much to celebrate this year, including South Africa’s proud hosting of the World Cup 2010 and 150 years of flower sales at the Adderley street flower sellers market, this exclusive event, boasting an intriguing mystery reveal, promises to be even greater and greener than before, with Green Point Stadium as the appropriately chosen venue.

As the first post-World Cup lifestyle event to be held at Cape Town’s fantastic brand new stadium, MCQP organisers have raised the bar right to the top. Party-goers will experience five separate indoor levels and nine entertainment areas that each display a unique sub-theme. With comparisons being made with Sydney Mardi Gras and Rio Carnival, this fabulous event will set the stage for the stadium’s long-term post-World Cup goal of becoming the premier destination in South Africa for sports, cultural, music, entertainment and community events.

Guests are invited to commence their evening in style at the Mercedes Benz, Red Bull ‘Red Carpet’ Entrance, before mingling in the stadium’s various wine bars, non-smoking and smoking lounges, and for our special guests, the VIP Lounge. VIP ticket holders will be treated to full access to all areas, secure parking underneath the stadium, a Mercedes Benz drop off at the red carpet entrance and an exclusive VIP area with its own dance floor, toilets, snacks, bars and entertainment.

With special entertainment ranging from the 70s Dedicated Disco to the ‘Gay Athems’ Caberet dance floor as well as a live bandstand featuring Flash Republic from Johannesburg, whatever your preference in music and atmosphere, MCQP has the night covered. Guests can raise the tempo in the Hippie trance dance floor or even test their vocal skills at the X Factor live stage.
After weeks of buzz and curiosity regarding the ‘Big Reveal’, an exclusive surprise event with a strong gay focus about to take place at MCQP, we can now confirm that guests, celebrities and local and international media will finally bare witness to the very special unveiling of the ‘MCQP Mystery’…

Tickets are available on an early bird special at R180 for general entry and R350 for VIP during the month of NOVEMBER ONLY. Normal pricing resumes in December at R220 for general entry and R400 for VIP and are available from Computicket and selected venues around town.

For more information please contact:
Aimee du Plessis                072 809 0851/aimee@redcarpetconcepts.co.za
MCQP Office                     021 461 1645
Tommy Patterson, Event Director 2010     082 562 3358
Ian McMahon, MCQP Owner and Director    083 274 3579

Goldfish New Album Launch

Goldfish, the live electronic duo that are taking the dance world by storm are back with their 3rd studio album entitled,Get Busy Living.

Goldfish first burst onto the international consciousness when International Club Super Brand Pacha signed them to create an album for their Perceptions of Pacha series. As no other album, Goldfish captured the carefree vibe of the magical island of Ibiza, and the numerous awards, platinum sales in their home country and a top 10 on the US iTunes Dance Charts firmly cemented their reputation as guys to watch.

Aside from their residency-to-die-for at Pacha Ibiza, The boys also quickly found themselves maintaining a grueling globetrotting tour schedule with sold-out shows from Miami to Moscow, from Sydney Opera House to Sao Paulo, and in-between still finding time to mix the coveted covermount CD for DJ mag.

With all that time on tour and brimming with ideas from their amazing experiences travelling the world, enough was enough. Goldfish locked themselves away for the 1st half of 2010 creating, jamming and recording the tracks that had been developing on the road. Combining their signature organic jazzy sampled sound with crisp production and incredible vocal collaborations – The Fishies are back – with an album that is guaranteed to make Goldfish a household name. Get Busy Living has that Goldfish sound fans know and love, but with a development and maturity that shows they have truly come of age. There is no better time than now to Get Busy Living.

Track Listing

Get busy Living – Goldfish have done it again. Blissful uplifting pianos, an absolutely huge chorus, all tied up with a slamming beat. Featuring the honeyed vocals of super-talent Emily Bruce, “This track took us completely by surprise. It morphed from a jam we had during a gig and that piano riff just opened up into a full song…All the best ideas happen to us when we aren’t trying. As soon as you try… you’re screwed!”

We come Together - Goldfish stretch out from four-to-the-floor territory with chunky Hip hop beats that will have you bopping your head in no time. ‘‘We’d always been a fan of Questlove(drummer for the Roots) and his style of drumming and we wanted to capture that organic driving rhythm…Sakhile’s vocals and machine-gun rap really took this to a place we’d never gone before.”

Call me – Hypnotizing rhythms, bitter-sweet La Roux, Sarah McLachlan-esque vocals. Once again, Goldfish write a chorus worth it’s weight in gold. Featuring the vocals of Monique Hellenberg, known for her appearance on The Goldfish hit This is how it goes.  “We couldn’t imagine not doing a track without Monique! She lends such a sense of vulnerability to the song. It’s all about the push and pull of new relationships and the games people play with each other. One minute you’re in heaven, the next, your heart is smashed to smithereens”

Humbug – a track that makes you think it’s Gorilaz-meets-Chocolate rain, with a bridge play-out that will be stuck in your head for weeks. Sakhile Moleshe features once again. “This track had a real playfulness about it. Sak took about a million takes till he was happy with his delivery. Sort of laconic and in your face all at once…it’s always a pleasure working with a vocalist who cares as much as we do”

Show you how - Shout-along chorus, juxtaposed with an almost Midnight Oil flavour to the vocals. Dave got behind the mic on this one. “It’s about some good memories in Ibiza, we’ve had some special moments here over the years…”

Crunchy Joe - The answer to Fort Knox. Buzzing baselines, crunchy blues riffs, all tied into a chorus you can’t help but sing along to the next time it comes around. Featuring Dom’s prized Wurlitzer Keyboard, found in of all places a deserted School in the Karoo, or so the story goes

Brush your Hair – Goldfish get back to their roots with a jazzy, bopping tune. Scatting vocals, sizzling brush rhythms and a B-section that turns a playful track into something rather mean…”That Bass line halfway through is a Moog run through a Korg MS-20 plug-in….and if you know what that means you’re sound geeks like us” laughs Dave

In too deep – ‘We were really proud of this track. Dave and I spent an absolute fortune importing a special boutique hand-made valve pre-amp for our vocal mic and you know what? It was worth every penny when you listen to how Emily’s vocal came out. It just has that vintage warmth and clarity of Jazz vocalists like Nancy Sinatra and Stacy Kent that you just don’t get on a lot of recordings these days. Suppose you get what you pay for! Kudos to Emily for absolutely nailing her take with that great scat solo on the outro. We also really like the contrast between the Sax and Double Bass flavours in the verse against that chubby Moog Synth Bassline in the chorus. We’ll always be fond of this one!”

Further information on Goldfish – www.goldfishlive.com

Get Busy Living will be available in all good SA Music Stores 20th September

For Press, Bookings and availability contact info@goldfishlive.com

Jay-Z and Rihanna SA Tour, 11 October

When & where: October 11, Bellville Velodrome
Rapper Jay-Z
Hip-hop heavyweight Jay-Z and sexy singer Rihanna will be jetting into South Africa this October for a three date tour, performing in Cape Town, Durban and finally in Johannesburg.

Tour Itinerary

  • October 11 – Bellville Velodrome, Cape Town
  • October 13 – Absa Stadium, Durban
  • October 14 – Coca-Cola Dome, Johannesburg
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    Rita Marley Brings Africa Unite to South Africa in 2007

    Africa UniteMrs. Rita Marley on behalf of The Bob & Rita Marley Foundations announced at a press conference in South Africa that in February 2007 they will bring “Africa Unite 2007” to South Africa. Through a series of benefit concerts, symposiums, fund raisers and events, Africa Unite 2007 will encourage peace, education and empowerment for youth in Africa while reinforcing the significance of Bob Marley’s Songs of Freedom to manifest change throughout the world. Africa Unite 2007 is Executive Directed by Mrs. Rita Marley and Executive Produced by Christine Hansen and Thirty-Three Productions, Inc.

    Cape Town

  • February 22“Songs of Freedom” Fundraising Dinner
  • February 24Africa Unite for Peace Benefit Concert
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