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The Mzansi National Philharmonic Orchestra has announced that Marin Alsop will no longer be joining the Orchestra for their upcoming national tour in August 2023, as she is unexpectedly indisposed due to health reasons, and currently unable to travel.. “I am devastated that I have had to make the difficult decision to cancel this engagement …
Starbucks National Barista Championship 2023: Bloemfontein’s Thapelo Reigns Supreme On July 20-21, Starbucks South Africa held its annual National Barista Championship at Starbucks Paarden Eiland, Cape Town. This year’s competition took a thrilling twist, as 7 Starbucks District Champions competed against each other, representing various corners of South Africa, including the bustling cityscape of Johannesburg, …
It’s waterblommetjie season in the Western Cape and pickers can be spotted harvesting this locally indigenous flower that grows in shallow ponds between June and September. The waterblommetjie (Aponogeton distachyos) is one of South Africa’s most famous edible plants with a long history of use by the indigenous Khoikhoi, both medicinally and as a nutritious …
Sensational South African indie pop band Borderline Birdies are set to WOW with their quirky pop rock song ‘Barbie Doll’. In a personal and introspective touch, Werno shares the inspiration behind “Barbie Doll.” The song delves into societal norms surrounding beauty and wealth, drawing from Werno’s experiences as a gay boy growing up in the …
Johannesburg, 1 August 2023 – South Africa’s leading stationery and art materials retailer PNA is excited to announce the launch of the 2023 FUNKY SOCKS DAY campaign, in collaboration with non-profit organisation (NPO) Breadline Africa in a combined bid to make a positive impact on early child development and improve schools in vulnerable communities across …
Two big brands, Jacaranda FM and Access Bank South Africa join hands to elevate businesswomen in South Africa by helping her refine HerPerfectPitch and win over R1 million in business assistance this Women’s month. August 2023, Johannesburg: Jacaranda FM and Access Bank South Africa are calling on all female entrepreneurs who have been in business for …
Singer-Songwriter Avocals Releases Debut EP, “Ezababini” JEFFREYS BAY: Singer-songwriter Avocals about to release his debut EP, “Ezababini.” The EP is a collection of three original songs that showcase Avocals unique blend of afro soul , afro pop, and gwijosoul. “I’m so excited to share my debut EP with the world,” said Avocals . “These songs …
Johannesburg, 31 July 2023, FNB proudly announces its inaugural Pop Opera Concert in line with its longstanding commitment to supporting the creative economy. The concert will take place at People’s Park Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban on the 20th of August 2023. This musical extravaganza unites the KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) philharmonic orchestra with a stellar line-up …
Are tasting menus the be-all and end-all of fine dining? Or is there a place for à la carte in our high-end restaurants? Diners have more choice than ever before in our South African restaurants, from multi-course, theatrical tasting menus (be it the full food journey or a reduced chef’s menu), to perfectly curated seasonal …
Following a spectacular inaugural national tour in 2022, the stage is set to celebrate the highly anticipated second national tour of Mzansi National Philharmonic Orchestra, which is scheduled to run in Women’s Month from August 10 to August 14, 2023. The tour will be led by Marin Alsop, the first woman conductor to serve as …
WHAT’S ON – July 2023: Woodlands Boulevard Shopping Centre presents Marco Olivier exhibition “The Face of Art” Woodlands Boulevard Shopping Centre is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated mall-wide exhibition, “The Face of Art” by renowned South African sculptor and artist, Marco Olivier. This captivating journey into the world of bronze sculptures will take place …
Musician, songwriter, and cultural pioneer, Dr Thokozani Mhlambi, ready to mesmerize Johannesburg audiences with his latest musical production: Hail to the King! A Musical Story. Written, performed and produced by this multi-talented musician, this hot-property musical genius is ready to take the stage at Theatre On The Square, Sandton for a once-off, must-see performance on …
Johannesburg, – July 18, 2023 – Ayanda Sibisi is a multi-talented artist who is determined to leave her mark in the gospel music scene. Born and raised in KwaNdengezi, Durban, Ayanda Sibisi has emerged as a force to be reckoned with in the world of gospel music, captivating audiences with her soul-stirring vocals and heartfelt …
The Bar & Beverage Awards South Africa 2023 is thrilled to announce that The House of ANGOSTURA®, renowned for its iconic aromatic bitters, has come on board as the main sponsor for the prestigious event. Set to be the most significant recognition platform in the industry, positioning it alongside renowned international drinks awards such as …
South African Afro-soul musician Vyncci returns with the fantastic and beautiful tune “JABULA” featuring Zakwe and Blaklez, announcing the track as the first single off his upcoming album “Bolaya Mshimane”, out now via Content Connect South Africa. Listen here: “JABULA” “JABULA is a song about a man who wants to impress a girl he was …
Durban, South Africa – The Macallan, renowned for its exceptional single malt whiskies, recently hosted a captivating series of events in Durban, South Africa, from Wednesday 28 June to Sunday 2 July. The exclusive gatherings showcased the brand’s commitment to delivering extraordinary experiences to whisky enthusiasts and connoisseurs. The Macallan captivated guests with a curated …
Today Nasty C and Zack Tabudlo have released a new song – “Fallin'”, their first collaboration project with COKE STUDIO™ (www.CokeStudioAfrica.com), Coca-Cola's global music platform, which brings the most exciting emerging and breakthrough artists from all corners of the world together to create ‘Real Magic.'
Coca-Cola's 'Real Magic' brand philosophy celebrates the magic of human connection and the belief that our differences make the world a richer and more interesting place. It is a celebration of the real-life moments and the magic, that happens when people come together.
The performance video for “Fallin'”, which brings Nasty C and Zack together for an exclusive performance of the track, is available on the Coke Studio YouTube channel (https://apo-opa.info/44LBlE4).
The multi-award winning, platinum selling South African Nasty C originates from Durban in the KwaZulu-Natal Province. His escalating success led to his 2020 signing to the esteemed Def Jam Records in the USA, and the release of his third album Zulu Man With Some Power, which saw him making global waves.
“Exchanging vibes with Zack on this record was special. Collaborating with him was an organic process; we connected creatively and found a perfect balance between our unique styles,” said Nasty C. “I enjoy collaborations that highlight the magic that can happen when artists from different backgrounds come together to create music. I can't wait for the world to hear what we've cooked up!” said Nasty C.
Zack Tabudlo may be the quintessential Gen Z Southeast Asian star of the new 20s: an alternative-pop and R&B singer, lyricist, multi-instrumentalist, and producer based in the Philippines. In 2022, he emerged as Spotify's most-streamed local artist in the Philippines, next to Taylor Swift and BTS. Zack has recently become the first Filipino male solo artist to achieve 1 billion Spotify streams, with multiple songs charting #1 on Spotify's Global Viral chart.
“This is my first time releasing a track with a rapper like Nasty C. I'd always had visions of doing more pop-hiphop tracks in the future, so when I heard Nasty C was going to be part of Coke Studio, it felt like the perfect time to do it,” said Zack.
Also released today is the COKE STUDIO™ version of “Perfect,” by multi-platinum, GRAMMY®, BRIT, Golden Globe and Academy Award winning Sam Smith. Originally from Sam's top-charting album Gloria, and featuring celebrated JUNO-winner Jessie Reyez, the new version adds double-platinum-seller South Londoner, and BRITs Rising Star nominated, Cat Burns, with a self-reflective but hopeful new lyrical take.
The release of “Fallin'” and “Perfect” follows “Be Who You Are (Real Magic),” (https://apo-opa.info/3rs7bYc) this year's COKE STUDIO™ anthem by Grammy-award-winning American musician, Jon Batiste featuring NewJeans, J.I.D, Camilo and Cat Burns. This release was succeeded by NewJeans and J.I.D's “Zero (J.I.D Remix),” (https://apo-opa.info/46HSW1H) an Imagine Dragons and the Inner City Youth Orchestra of Los Angeles version of “Symphony” (https://apo-opa.info/3XODvAL) as well as Shae Gill and Evdeki Saat's original song “One Love” (https://apo-opa.info/3Obvdj9). More tracks will be released to global music fans on all music platforms across July and August.
“Collisions' are central to COKE STUDIO™ and are all about bringing incredible musical talent together across genres and cultures, to create fresh new sounds,” said Joshua Burke, Global Head of Music & Culture Marketing, Coca-Cola™.
More than 16 of the biggest breakthrough music artists of the moment have been brought together from South Africa, Egypt, US, UK, Canada, Colombia, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Turkey, China, Korea and the Philippines for COKE STUDIO™ 2023:
The COKE STUDIO™ platform is a space for true borderless creation and collaboration amongst emerging and established music artists globally. Curated in collaboration with Universal Music Group, the world leader in music-based entertainment. It offers the rare opportunity for artists from all over the world to collaborate creatively and experiment with sounds from different cultures, fuse genres to create new music and reach global audiences – whether bringing Punjabi music to the US or South African beats to India.
Content from the COKE STUDIO™ global platform is available for fans to access on https://apo-opa.info/44nNzDi.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Coke Studio Africa.
About The Coca-Cola Company:
The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE: KO) is a total beverage company with products sold in more than 200 countries and territories. Our company's purpose is to refresh the world and make a difference. We sell multiple billion-dollar brands across several beverage categories worldwide. Our portfolio of sparkling soft drink brands includes Coca-Cola, Sprite and Fanta. Our hydration, sports, coffee and tea brands include Dasani, smartwater, vitaminwater, Topo Chico, BODYARMOR, Powerade, Costa, Georgia, Gold Peak, Honest and Ayataka. Our nutrition, juice, dairy and plant-based beverage brands include Minute Maid, Simply, innocent, Del Valle, fairlife and AdeS. We're constantly transforming our portfolio, from reducing sugar in our drinks to bringing innovative new products to market. We seek to positively impact people's lives, communities and the planet through water replenishment, packaging recycling, sustainable sourcing practices and carbon emissions reductions across our value chain. Together with our bottling partners, we employ more than 700,000 people, helping bring economic opportunity to local communities worldwide. Learn more at www.Coca-ColaCompany.com and follow us on Twitter (https://apo-opa.info/43rWz99), Instagram (https://apo-opa.info/3rspFYy), Facebook (https://apo-opa.info/3Oexs5c) and LinkedIn (https://apo-opa.info/408cAAi).
About Universal Music Group:
At Universal Music Group, we exist to shape culture through the power of artistry. UMG is the world leader in music-based entertainment, with a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising and audio-visual content. Featuring the most comprehensive catalogue of recordings and songs across every musical genre, UMG identifies and develops artists and produces and distributes the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music in the world. Committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship, UMG fosters the development of services, platforms and business models in order to broaden artistic and commercial opportunities for our artists and create new experiences for fans. For more information on Universal Music Group visit www.UniversalMusic.com
About Nasty C:
Nsikayesizwe David Ngcobo, known as Nasty C, is a South African multi-platinum music sensation and award-winning artist who has generated over 1 billion streams globally. Nasty C's talent has garnered international acclaim, leading to his signing with Def Jam Records in 2020. Featuring collaborations with esteemed artists such as T.I., Ari Lennox, Lil Gotit, and Lil Keed, his album “Zulu Man with Some Power” made an undeniable impact globally, solidifying Nasty C's position as a force to be reckoned with worldwide.
Nasty C is currently focused on creating his fourth studio album, to be released via Def Jam Records, sure to exhibit his innovation as a true pioneer and game changer in the African musical landscape.
About Zack Tabudlo:
Zack Tabudlo may be the quintessential Gen Z Southeast Asian star of the new 20s: an alternative-pop and R&B singer, lyricist, multi-instrumentalist, and producer based in the Philippines. In 2022, he emerged as Spotify's most-streamed local artist in the Philippines, next to Taylor Swift and BTS. Zack has recently become the first Filipino male solo artist to achieve 1 Billion Spotify streams, with multiple songs charting #1 on Spotify's Global Viral and Billboard's Hits of The Week PH Chart.
The Standard Bank Luju Food & Lifestyle Festival, back for its 5th edition, is a unique and sophisticated African-vintage styled celebration of the local, the wholesome, the creative, and the delicious, truly a sensory experience. Luju is a lavish two-day feast of music, fashion, entertainment, culinary exploits, and connoisseur-led premium showcases, taking place in Eswatini …
GATEWAY Theatre of Shopping has set up a buzzy, artsy art and craft studio on the Cinema level where trained workshop facilitators will host a curated lineup of hands-on, fun creative workshops from 7-18 July. “It’s a treat to create something – to be able to escape into your imagination and turn your thoughts into …
Dating back to the days of Les Kourie, who took bets straight off the horse racing courses, Afribet carries a rich legacy of transforming the betting world. Their mission, steeped in tradition and a firm belief in their heritage, has shaped their standing in the industry and fortified their expertise in bookmaking. The Kourie …
For decades, dancers of various styles have eagerly descended on the Bay for the annual Port Elizabeth Dance Festival, and this year the event celebrates its 42 nd edition with a new partner and a new name – the Nelson Mandela Bay Dance Festival. The prestigious Nelson Mandela Bay Dance Festival, formerly known as the …
Throughout history, women have consistently pushed boundaries and left an indelible mark on the world of design. From visionary interior designers to groundbreaking architects, women have defied expectations and shattered glass ceilings. Their passion, skill, and unwavering determination have propelled the local design industry to new heights, inspiring generations to come. Women in design are …
The Night Market at Serenity Hills on 30 June attracted many craft-lovers and diners who enjoyed the live music, delicious food, and homemade goods on sale. The pet-friendly Night Market on the KZN South Coast is a great space for families to enjoy quality food, with local bands creating a magical atmosphere around the fire …
The 2023 National Arts Festival closed on Sunday, 2 July, and organisers say it was better than expected. Not only was it a busier Festival than 2022, the first one that was staged live post-Covid, but the low levels of loadshedding meant that the Festival did not have to constantly rely on expensive back-up generators. …
