NEW SINGLE FROM DJ CLOCK, DJ MSEGA AND BANTU SOUL

 

 

Dj Clock "Pluto (i remember you) a follow up from the "Good Job" single from his upcoming album "The Fourth Tick", this time he features a Cape Town based Pop band "Beatenberg" one of the best collaborations to come out of the AM-PM Studio's.

 

 

Dj Mshega of "Walking This Road" fame has been hard at work in the studio and is due to release a 14 track Cd in a 4 Disc compilation "AM-PM Producers Edition" due for release on the month of March 2014, on this offering he features "Mandisa Bardill" on “Perfect Man

‘then he offers us a melllowmental mix of “Butterflies” both very hot tunes, well you can judge for yourself.

Bantu Soul is back with a summer single planned to be released digitally alongside other remixes before the end of the year as he begins working on his album due for release next year, on this song he pulled in “Jerah & Dj LaShad” to compose the beat, as he does what he does best on the vocals.

Dj Clock feat Beatenberg - Pluto (remember you)

Lyrics By           : Matthew Field
Music By           : Kholile Elvin Gumede, Mandilakhe Tengani, Matthew Field.
Published By      : AM-PM Publishing, Copyright Control.

 

Download Link: http://www.sendspace.com/file/iav2w3

 

Dj Mshega – Butterflies (Mellomental Mix)

 

Music By       : Linda Hlatshwayo

Published By  : AM-PM Publishing.

Download Link: http://www.sendspace.com/file/orby4r

 

Bantu Soul – Come With Me (Radio Edit)

 

Lyrics by       : T Motshegoa

Music by       : DJ LaShad and Gaopalelwe "Jerah" Mothusi

Published by  : Soul Art Music, Kedisekae Publishing

Produced by   : DJ LaShad, Jerah & Bantu Soul.

 

Download Link:http://www.sendspace.com/file/lpsz7d

 

For booking Dj Clock, Dj Mshega and Bantu soul contact 071 519 9905 or djsproduction.events@gmail.com

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AKA NAMED ONE OF COSMOPOLITAN’S SEXIEST MEN 2014

Cosmopolitan magazine have released their sexiest SA men calendar for 2014 featuring AKA, the 2013 Channel O Africa Most Gifted African Hip-Hop Award winner and South African Hip Hop Award MVP winner, as their August cover. The calendar is available with the January edition of Cosmopolitan magazine which is now on shelves.

 

AKA is also featured on the cover of the newly released issue of Blaque magazine which is available at Exclusive Books, airports and select convenience stores.

 

For booking AKA contact 071 519 9905 or djsproduction.events@gmail.com

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ROCCO CD LAUNCH PARTY

For booking Dj Rocco, Christos and Tim White contact 071 519 9905 or djsproduction.events@gmail.com 

13TH METRO FM AWARDS

The exciting mammoth task and process of organizing the country’s second biggest music awards, which is the METRO FM Music Awards has officially begun!The Annual Ceremony is scheduled to take place on the 1^st March 2014. The 13^th METRO FM Music Awards will be celebrating 13 years of existence and of recognizing the rich South African music and talent respectively.

Not only are the METRO FM MUSIC AWARDS a celebration of the artists but they have matured to become a key driver of local tourism for the hosting province. They have significantly contributed towards the economic growth of hosting cities.

METRO FM Music Awards ceremony affords South African artists an opportunity to be awarded for their talents and encourages the listeners to actively participate in this process by nominating and voting for their favorite artists.


The METRO FM Music Awards categories are as follows:

• Best African Pop
• Best Compilation album
• Best produced album
• Best Dance Album
• Best Female Album
• Best  Urban  Gospel Album
• Best Group Album
• Best Hip Hop Album
• Best  Contemporary Jazz Album
• Best Kwaito Album
• Best Male
• Best Newcomer
• Best R&B Album
• Song of the year
• Best Styled Artist/Group
• Hit single of the year
• Best Collaboration of the year
• METRO FM Special  Award – no entry required
• Best selling Music download – Full Track – no entry required
• Best Music Video

As its tradition, the 13^th METRO FM Music Awards are without a doubt the most anticipated! This , our iconic brand that has

emerged in the past 13 years is most definitely a force to be reckoned with and it is growing in leaps and bounds each year. As a brand, we are particularly proud of our growth, the relationships we have formed over the years, but most of all, are delighted to be on this journey once again, in honoring South African Music Stars as well as to give our audiences exactly what they deserve….epic entertainment, bigger & better,  in a form of the best Music Awards the industry is yet to see!

DSTV iROCK LIMPOPO MUSIC FESTIVAL

Following on the great success of the DStv iRock Limpopo Music Festival in August 2013, DStv brings music lovers the second instalment of this popular enterprise, the DStv iRock Rustenburg Music Festival, in association with the Royal Bafokeng Administration and The New Age.
This twelve hour non-stop party will be held at the Royal Bafokeng Stadium in Rustenburg in the heart of summer on Saturday, 14 December 2013, and will feature a stellar line-up of artists, including the international house music sensation, Monique Bingham.
"A part of our iRock mandate is to always have the best artists on our bill; and since Rustenburg is sometimes referred to as the house music capital of South Africa, Monique Bingham was the perfect choice to headline the iRock Rustenburg Music Festival. After her chart topping hit "Take Me To My Love" with German DJ, Ralf Gum, Monique Bingham became one of the most admired artists in South Africa. We are extremely excited to have her as part of our festival," says Songi Stylez, director of the iRock Music Festivals.

Fans of local performers will not be disappointed, as dozens of award-winning South African artists and DJs will set the stage on fire, including Black Coffee, DJ Tira, VJ Nutty, Big Nuz, Ganyani, Vetkuk vs Mahoota, Eltonnick, Jawz; and V-Entertainment's gorgeous Dineo Moeketsi will be the MC for the day.
As South Africa's entertainment leader, DStv remains a media partner to the event. Senior Marketing Communications Manager at DStv, Colleen Goodman says: "DStv has an extensive music offering and there is something for every music taste, from mainly international content on MTV Base, VH1 and Trace Urban, to the original African Channel O and Mzansi Music, as well as the extensive variety of audio channels on our platform. It's evident that South Africans love music and we're hoping to kick off the start of the festive season by bringing the cream of the local music industry to Rustenburg."
Tickets for DStv iRock Rustenburg are on sale and available from www.computicket.co.za, at the Computicket call centre on 0861 915 8000 or any Computicket outlets at Checkers and Shoprite for R120 (Normal Entry) and R400 (VIP entry). VIP entry includes refreshments (limited), 1 month free subscription to The New Age newspaper and secure parking inside the venue.

 

For booking Big Nuz, Vetkuk and Mahoota, Dj Ganyani, and Dj Tira, contact 071 519 9905 or djsproduction.events@gmail.com

UHURU SELLS 10 000 COPIES IN LESS THEN 2 WEEKS

HUYUYUYA! congratulations to the Uhuru (Dj Clap, Maphorisa, Xelimpilo and Mapiano) for such a great achievement. The guys aim to reach platinum sales and at the rate they are going it is very possible. Go get your CD in all recognised CD stores around the country. Uhuru has lots of blazing hits for December. HUYUYUYA Y TJUKUTJA

For booking Uhuru contact 071 519 9905 or djsproduction.co.za

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DAKAR BITCH!!!

Kwesta Mr Cool set to release his new album titled "DAKAR" (DakingofAfrikanRap) late November 2013.

See below the video of the first single of the album: Thul' ujaive ft Zakwe and Kid X

 

For booking Kwesta contact 071 519 9905 or djsproduction.events@gmail.com

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HIP HOP FEATURE: CASSPERNYOVEST

Born Refiloe MaelePhoolo on 16 December 1990 in a Mafikeng village called Montshiwa, CassperNyovest love for performing before crowds developed at an early age in primary school where he’d always fight to be on every single play and show. Inspired by his late brother “KhotsoMotebangPhoolo” who was a rapper but sadly passed on in 2003, Cassper decided to take on the music world and hasn’t looked back since. 

 

 

In 2008 at age 17 Cassper got a record deal with “Impact Sounds”, arguably the strongest Motswako label at the time with artists like TuksSenganga& Morafe. After committing 2 full years of his career without signs of his album dropping he decided to part ways with the label to start his own label “Press Play Music”.  HipHop Pantsula featured Cassper on his album Dumela joint ‘WamtsebaMtho’, heavily contributing to his respect by the game as a Motswako artist. HHP’s “WamTsebaMtour” put him at stages across South Africa. Working with Jabba has boosted Cassper’s young music career to amazing levels, performing all over South Africa multiple times, and crossing over to international shows in Botswana, Ghana, Lesotho, Namibia, and Mozambique. He also toured with HHP and Tuks to UK in December 2011 performing in Camden, London and Milton Keyes. 

 

This year, CassperNyovest teamed up with OkMalumKoolKat to produce one of the best South African rap tracks of the year, “Gusheshe”. “Gusheshe” has also given CassperNyovest nominations for the upcoming SA Hip Hop Awards in the categories: “Best Video”, “Best Collaboration”, “Song of The Year” and “Best Freshman”.

For booking CassperNyovest contact 071 519 9905 or djsproduction.events@gmail.com

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VUSI NOVA

A string of talented new artists emerged this year within the South African music industry, with unique sounds that had the nation swaying on dance floors and joyfully chanting popular anthems.  Within the pack of breakthrough artists, is a crooner that has packaged themselves as not only a South African act, but rather a seasoned vocalist and stellar passionate performer that is on the verge of grabbing attention globally.

With his chart topping debut single, I'D RATHER GO BLIND, currently on heavy rotation on stations across the country expectations of the album by fans has been high. 

Initially set for a September release date, the album "WALK INTO LIGHT" was strategically held back by request from Vusi Nova. This move he says was strongly motivated by the respect he holds for his supporters and belief that they deserve only the best. To finally announce the completion of the highly anticipated album, WALK INTO LIGHT, he went on to tweet "THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER. Thank you for your patience...I had to make sure everything is just right."

 

New Single (Attached)

Vusi Nova - WITHOUT YOU ft Moneoa

 

IRSC:   ZAE081301341

Composer: Simphiwe Halam

Authors: Vusi Nova/ Moneoa Moshesh/ Pyro

Publisher: Muthaland Entertainment/ Moneoa Publ

 

For booking Vusi Nova and Moneoa contact 071 519 9905 or djsproduction.events@gmail.com

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MAFTOWN HEIGHTS

 

The countdown has begun. 3 weeks till the much anticipated event on the Hip Hop calendar takes place. A definite value for money proposition! The Maftown Heights concert will showcase the best Hip Hop talents that South Africa and Africa has to offer including special guests to feature this year, Mafikizolo.

Over the past week, previous attendants of Maftown Heights shared their experiences. Below are some of our favourites! Early Bird ticket sales end on Monday, 11 November 2013. Make sure to get your tickets now. As per the testimonials below, Maftown Heights is an event you don’t want to miss and tickets do sell out so don’t wait to purchase them on the night!

This year, each Maftown Heights attendant will receive a free #MaftownHeightsMixTape compiled by Khuli Chana and mixed by KayGizm and Trompie! This mixtape will form part of a 3 disk RedBullmixtape to be given away on the night. Purchase Early Bird Tickets here (R200 general admission; R300 golden

circle):http://www.computicket.mobi/mobile/event/performance/398777645?nocache=1383802482527b2672b66a9 Or at Shoprite, Checkers and Checkers Hyper. Maftown Heights is the Official Channel O Africa Music Video Awards Pre-Concert!

 

"Maftown Heights has grown into one of the must-attend social and cultural music events of the year, not only because it showcases the best of Maftown artists but because it has also embraced other musicians from far and wide in Africa who’ve so showed kinship and made award-winning collaborations with various Motswako movement artists. It’s not a secluded event where it’s an “Us vsThem” situation. By incorporating other hip hop artists at this fun festival, the organisers have proved that there’s still room for the Motswako movement to grow even bigger and stronger"- Mokgadi Seabi, Associate Editor, Grazia Magazine

 

"Maftown Heights has become a showcase for Hip Hop artists to produce their best performances! It’s the platform for Hip Hop artists to Turn-Up, if you're on Fire, and drop your ish, to an audience which supports Hip Hop across the board… I dig the event and look forward to shutting it down in 2013!" - Da L.E.S

"Maftown Heights celebrates one of the biggest proudly South African genres and sub cultures of hip hop! There's no way I can't be excited to be a part of it!" – Reason

 

"Maftown Heights is everything that's great about South African music - collaboration, pride in our different cultures and the amazing results we witness when we support local music" - Sihle Bolani, Director Angel Dust Management

 

"Maftown Heights is one of the best music events that I have attended. A sheer musical thrill, performance after performance. It’s amazing to be so close and in the presence of such exceptionally talented performers. Maftown Heights is an event that you don’t want to miss. Ever!" - Rhode Marshall, Mail & Guardian

 

"Maftown Heights is always a very special night on the calendar. Besides being a celebration of SA Hip Hop and how far Motswako music has come, it is also a good way to judge ones progress. I have very special memories of Maftown Heights and I look forward to enjoying the evening" – AKA

“Maftown Heights is a celebration of South African hip hop music. Last year, 2012 edition...I arrived at the venue roundabout 8pm. Parking lot was already packed full of cars. We squeezed in somehow. I jumped out the car and took a walk to the main entrance to meet with Motswakolistas. I found there more than 1000 people with money in hand but no ticket available. Some of them where friends who have being a support structure of Motswako republic for over a decade. I realised that Maftown Heights is a festival performance, hip hop night of the year!” – Mo Molemi

For booking Mo Molemi, Da L.E.S, AKA, Reason contact 071 519 9905 or djsproduction.events@gmail.com

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DJ SDUNKERO - STOLEN PROPERTY

 

Artist/DJ: Sdunkero Vs Cyber Ft. Slim Od
Single Title: Stolen Property
Genre: House
Year of Release: 2013

 

 

Mpumalanga music chef, DJ Sdunkero alongside Cyber is back with an up-to-date rocking single 'Stolen Property' that features vocal contribution of Slim Od.
Even though Cyber and Slim Od are not known in the national music stage, the two have some convincing musical skills. The beats are specifically prepared with party people in mind - a club-banger of note.
After many attempts to push his name back to the mainstream scene, 'Stolen Property' might be what Sdunkero needed all along.
Simple yet on point, 'Stolen Property' borrows some lyrical flow from the Durban boys. By just listening to the tune, it is that simple to note that Sdunkero wanted to be relevant to the current house music setup and market.
The only thing though, songs of this nature need a catchy sing-along chorus, which is something missing here. Nevertheless, 'Stolen Property' is a Festive-banging tune!
The music video for the tune is also something to take note of. Check the video below. Sdunkero is back boys and girls.

Check out behind the scenes of the video

 

For booking Sdunkero contact 071 519 9905 or djsproduction.events@gmail.com

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METRO FM AWARDS

 

The exciting mammoth task and process of organizing the country's second biggest music awards, which is the METRO FM Music Awards has officially begun!

The Annual Ceremony is scheduled to take place on the 1st March 2014. The 13th METRO FM Music Awards will be celebrating 13 years of existence and of recognizing the rich South African music and talent respectively. Not only are the METRO FM MUSIC AWARDS a celebration of the artists but they have matured to become a key driver of local tourism for the hosting province. They have significantly contributed towards the economic growth of hosting cities.

METRO FM Music Awards ceremony affords South African artists an opportunity to be awarded for their talents and encourages the listeners to actively participate in this process by nominating and voting for their favorite artists.

 

 

THE PROCESS IS A FOLLOWS:
Call for submissions will open on 1st November - 30th November 2013.

- Recording industries and artists are requested to submit their nominations for the year - period being 24 November 2012 - 25 November 2013.

- A group of panelists will then nominate 5 finalists in each of the categories.

- The nominees will be announced during the MMA launch event where listeners are given an opportunity to vote for the finalists within the respective categories.

- The winners will then be announced on the evening of the awards.

The METRO FM Music Awards categories are as follows:

1. Best African Pop

2. Best Compilation album

3. Best produced album

4. Best Dance Album

5. Best Female Album

6. Best Urban Gospel Album

7. Best Group Album

8. Best Hip Hop Album

9. Best Contemporary Jazz Album

10. Best Kwaito Album

11. Best Male

12. Best Newcomer

13. Best R&B Album

14. Song of the year

15. Best Styled Artist/Group

16. Hit single of the year

17. Best Collaboration of the year

18. METRO FM Special Award - no entry required

19. Best selling Music download - Full Track - no entry required

20. Best Music Video

As its tradition, the 13th METRO FM Music Awards are without a doubt the most anticipated! This iconic brand that has emerged in the past 13 years is most definitely a force to be reckoned with and it is growing in leaps and bounds each year

PRESS STATEMENT FROM THE MANAGEMENT OF KHULI CHANA

 

The management team of musician Khuli Chana notes with bemusement that the police are preparing to lay charges of attempted murder against him relating to last Monday's incident. Other media have indicated that these charges have already been laid. 

 

For the record, Khuli is innocent of any crime and is the victim in this matter. It is indeed sad that the SAPS have sought to paint him as a perpetrator who was the author of his own misfortune. It is indisputable that he was shot at seven times and that he committed no crime. Yet for the past week we have been fielding queries on baseless and disparaging claims that sought to besmirch his reputation, and in a clear attempt to cover-up the ineptitude of others. 

 

 

On the morning in question he was not speeding when exiting the garage and neither was he flagged down. We believe that, following the various probes into the matter, Khuli will be vindicated despite these attempts to disparage his name and reputation. 

 

His lawyer, Cliff Alexander, says: "Whether or not Khuli was or wasn't flagged down by unknown people still does not justify the SAPS having fired shots at him. They have certainly exceeded the bounds as contained in section 49 of the Criminal Procedure Act".

 

Khuli is currently recuperating following his harrowing ordeal. He says the incident has irrevocably changed his life but he has full faith in the South African justice system which he knows will both protect and exonerate him. 

 

He says: "All that went through my mind when I realised I was being shot at was who was going to raise my 3-month-old daughter? In that moment I really thought that I was going to die. I am currently still receiving medical treatment and have begun going for trauma counseling. I realise the need to get better, pick up the pieces of my life, recover from this traumatic ordeal and move on. On a positive note it’s made me appreciate life and family and drawn me closer to God." 

 

KWESTA TO RELEASE FIRST SINGLE FROM NEW ALBUM "DAKAR"

Kwesta DakingofAfrkanRap is finally ready to release his much anticipated album. The album is due for release for the month of November; however this will be a digital release featuring 10 hot tracks. The album will be available on iTunes for digital download and the physical copy release is due first quarter of 2014, which will comprise of an additional 5 tracks.  

Kwesta last released an album in 2010 titled “Special Rekwest” which did incredibly well in the market and earned him 2 SAMA nominations for Best Hip Hop Album and Best New Comer. Now 3 years later he is ready to take over the Hip Hop scene and prove why he calls himself “Dakar” (DakingofAfrikanRap)

 

The new album is titled “Dakar” and features a vast array of hip hop superstars from local artists to continental artists such as Zakwe, reason and Fanatic from Kenya, just to mention a few.  

 

Kwesta “I took a while to release my second album, because I felt that in order to be on top of the game one needs to be patient in creating the best product possible. I was not in a rush to release an album as I did not want to have an average album out. I am very happy with this album and feel that it will take the brand Kwesta to the next level.”

The new album will be released under the newly established talent management and recording label “Urbantainment” which Kwesta is part owner of. The company has formed a partnership with Sony Music which will be responsible for taking the distribution and marketing of the album.  

The first single to be released as the lead track for the album is “Thul’ Ujayive” which features Kid X and Zakwe, the track has an electrifying sound to it, with catchy and smart punch lines in it. The track aims to be a great hit for the festive season as it has a vibe like no other Hip Hop track out there.

The music video for the track is due for release on the 1^st November 2013 on Live Amp. The digital video will be released on the 31^st October at 12:00 on YouTube.

The single has been distributed to radio stations and will soon hit the airwaves.  DakingofAfrikanRap is back!    

Listen to track below.

https://soundcloud.com/kwestamrcool/thulujayive

 

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For booking Kwesta contact 071 519 9905 or djsproduction.events@gmail.com

 

MAFIKIZOLO SCOOP FOUR INTERNATIONAL AWARDS

South Africa's beloved duo, Mafikizolo has made yet another big splash in the international arena. The brilliant duo have been nominated for two Channel O Africa-Awards and a MOBO-Award, as well as an MTV EMA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) - Award, reifying their reputation as a South African act of international calibre.The talented duo, Nhlanhla Nciza and Theo Kgosinkwe have achieved enormous success over the last sixteen years, selling a plethora of albums, amassing awards and becoming national treasures. Now, with these latest nominations added to their long list of accolades, Mafikizolo have proven that they are as popular and relevant as ever.

 

The 10th Annual Channel O Africa Music Awards will celebrate a decade of recognising the best African contemporary music talent this year and will be held on the 30th of November at Walter Sisulu Square in Kliptown, Johannesburg. Mafikizolo have garnered not one, but two nominations for their hit song Khona. The first in the category of Most Gifted Dance Video and the second in the category Video of the Year.

"We are absolutely elated about the Channel O Music Award nominations and we are very much looking forward to the awards show in November," says Nciza.

 

Voting for the Channel O Awards starts on November 21, 2013. The awards ceremony will be held on November 30, 2013 at the Walter Sisulu Square, in Kliptown, Soweto, South Africa.

On top of these two nominations for the Channel O Music Awards, Mafikizolo have also been nominated for a MOBO (Music of Black Origin) Award this year. The duo received a nomination as Best African Act for this international award show that will be held at the newly completed SSE Hydro in Glasgow, Scotland on the 19th of October. Other nominees for the MOBO Awards this year include Justin Timberlake and Kanye West, so Mafikizolo is certainly in good company.

As if these accolades were not enough, Mafikizolo have also been nominated in the category: Best African Act under the coveted Best Worldwide Act-category for the MTV EMA Awards, taking place in Amsterdam's Ziggo Dome on the 10th of November this year.

 

Each year, the MTV EMA highlights incredible artists from every corner of the world with the Worldwide Act category. Fans can vote for nominated artists from their respective territory starting on Tuesday, September 17th. The local winners will receive an EMA award and also move on to the next phase of voting starting Friday, October 25th and compete for the regional title.

The 10 official Worldwide Act nominees from each region will then be announced on Monday, November 1st, and battle for the Worldwide Act Award. The winner will be named at the show in Amsterdam. Fans can vote for Mafikizolo by visiting www.mtvema.com online or http://m.mtvema.com."We are so honoured to be considered in the Best African Act category," says Kgosinkwe. "We are proud to represent South Africa and the African continent and we cannot wait to see what happens!" he adds.

Thabiso Mogwatlhe, Universal Music South Africa's marketing manager for the local division adds: "The announcement of these nominations is wonderful news - Mafikizolo has been an act of consistent quality throughout their tenure in the South African music industry - we are proud to be working with them and we look forward to many more successes in the future."
Mafikizolo are destined for many more great things both locally and internationally and with three new prestigious nominations under their belt - they are set to take Africa and indeed the world by storm.

 

 

 

To vote for Mafikizolo for the Channel O-Awards, send your vote via SMS for Video of the Year: SMS 14B to +2783142100415and for Most Gifted Dance Video: 9B to +2783142100415
To vote for Mafikizolo for the MTV EMA Awards, please visit www.mtvema.com online or http://m.mtvema.com and cast your vote!

 

For booking Mafikizolo contact 071 519 9905 or djsproduction.events@gmail.com

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KHULI CHANA, SURVIVES POLICE SHOOTING INCIDENT

Johannesburg, Monday, 28 October 2013 – This press statement serves to confirm that South African multiple award winning Hip Hop artist, Khulani Morule, more affectionately known by his stage name, Khuli Chana, was indeed shot at by police officials in the early hours of this morning, Monday, 28 October 2013, in Midrand, Johannesburg. Khuli Chana sustained injuries to his right hand (middle and ring finger) via direct bullet wound, as well as to his back, predominantly on his left side, via shrapnel. . Khuli Chana’s medical report will be made public once received.

The current bullet count on the blue BMW 1 series vehicle that Khuli Chana was driving is seven (7). All seven (7) were shot from the passenger side. Khuli Chana was the only person in the vehicle at the time of the shooting. A private forensic ballistic report is currently being conducted and will be made public once received.

 

 

 

Khuli Chana left his home in the West Rand Johannesburg and was heading to a performance in Pretoria, where he stopped at the Caltex garage on New Road in Midrand, initially to meet up with his DJ, Raiko, to continue the journey together. Raiko then alerted Khuli Chana that he was running late and Khuli Chana decided that it was best that they then meet up at the venue in Pretoria. Before leaving the garage, Khuli Chana went into the garage shop to buy a cup of coffee. On departure out of the garage, Khuli Chana noticed an unmarked vehicle with headlights on, faced in the direction of the oncoming traffic. Two vehicles ahead of Khuli Chana made their way around the vehicle. Khuli Chana proceeded to do the same.

There was no road block, or an attempt to stop Khuli Chana. Neither was any warning given before Khuli Chana heard the gun shots, which he describes to have sounded like a lot of fire crackers. His vehicle was struck by rounds as was he. His vehicle eventually went off the embankment and landed in a ditch.

 

Khuli Chana’s physical injuries were minor considering the amount of shots fired at him. He is currently in a state of shock and is trying to process the matter which he initially thought must have been a hi-jacking as gun shots were coming out of an unmarked vehicle, with no blue lights or any initial indication that police were involved. Khuli Chana has been discharged from hospital. His next doctor’s appointment will be in a week’s time. In the interim, Khuli Chana will be seeking psychological consult, to deal with the traumatic event he experienced this morning.

 

It is unfortunate that it takes incidences with high profile individuals like Khuli Chana, to bring to light the fatal police errors like the one that was made today. His management has made it clear that all the right legal process will be followed to bring the case to justice, not just for Khuli Chana, but for the many victims that fall prey to police brutality. It has been confirmed that a case of attempted murder has been opened by the police. Khuli Chana is in the process of taking legal action against the SAPS.

We endeavour to keep the public and Khuli Chana fans abreast with all the findings and information that comes through. Khuli Chana is very grateful for all the well wishes he has been receiving and for the support of his family, management and friends. Khuli Chana will unfortunately have to withdraw from all his upcoming performances this week, and until further clearance from his doctor.

"We condemn in the strongest terms any & every indiscriminate attack of violence on our civilian population by those entrusted to uphold the constitution and law and order. We have consistently shouted this point of view. VIOLENCE begets VIOLENCE. Violence and force is all too often the first option applied and this has to change. Whilst we fully acknowledge the difficulties faced in executing their duties, our Police must be given access to the best training programs strategies & methods in the world. The enormous stress on our officers is not being dealt with by our leadership hence the high rate of suicides in the ranks of the SAPS. This shoot to kill concept is dangerously misrepresented and indeed misinterpreted by many on the ground" expresses Gavin Koppel, SHOUT SA Chairman.

For booking Khuli Chana contact djsproduction.events@gmail.com or 071 519 9905

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ZUBS RELEASES FREE ONLINE ALBUM

In an unexpected and unprecedented move, talented rhymer Zubz has released his fourth studio album, completely free for his online audience. Titled Dragon Lion_FullCircle, this offering is a diverse collection of songs with featured artists from around the continent.
In true pan African style, the album features, among others, M.Anifest from Ghana, Tehn Diamond, Chi and Melly Mel from Zimbabwe, Olufemi from Nigeria, Jah Seed, Maxhoba, Si-Anne, Melissa Allison and Khethi from South Africa. Production of the music was largely done through online collaborations with music from Snaz in Toronto, Canada, Sinestro in Cape Town, South Africa, and Simba Tagz in Harare, Zimbabwe, which is partly why Zubz decided to make this an online project. Snaz's production credits include Drake, Busta Rhymes, French Montana, raekwon, DMX while Simba Tagz has produced music for Skwatta Kamp, Naima McLean, F-Eezy and a host of artists across Southern Africa.
"We recorded all the songs in 2012, the Chinese year of the dragon, and coincidentally I was born in the year of the Dragon and I'm a Leo, hence Dragon Lion. When I started as a rap artist officially in 2003, I released a mixtape absolutely free which I gave away to my fans, so me doing this again means I have come full circle."
After a 3 year hiatus from solo projects, it comes as no surprise that this album has been received with much appreciation from his fans and has already garnered thousands of downloads. For Zubz, DragonLion_FullCircle marks the beginning of the next decade of musical expression through his independent imprint, Griot Music. "mio article"

DragonLion_FullCircle is available for free download at www.zubz.co.za

For booking Zubs contact 071 519 9905 or djsproduction.events@gmail.com

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DJ SBU DOING BIG THINGS

 

Leadership 2020 pioneer has attracted the attention of the most powerful man in the Country. Dj Sbu was speaking at the Youth Leadership Summit early this week. Where the president of the country congratulated him on his outstanding work

 

 

For booking Dj Sbu contact 071 519 9905 or djsproduction.events@gmail.com

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EUPHONIK - FOR THE LOVE OF HOUSE

 

Release Date: 15th November

 

 

For booking Euphonik contact 071 519 9905 or djsproduction,events@gmail.com

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ZAKES BANTWINI RELEASES IFUNAYA FT J. MARTINS

 

Listen to the song here: http://bit.ly/1hEZopE

For booking Zakes Bantwini contact 071 519 9905 or djsproduction.events@gmail.com

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SOUL CANDI SESSION 2014

 

VaalSow have been confirmed for Soul Candi Sessions 2014!

 

 

For booking Vaalsow contact 071 519 9905 or djsproduction.events@gmail.com

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NOMINATION SEASON FOR BLACK COFFEE

 

 

Award winning Producer and DJ, Black Coffee is nominated for yet another award. South Africa’s most loved publication Drum Magazine has recognized the brilliance and talent that is Black Coffee and put him in the running as one of the Drum Darlings.

Black Coffee is one of the most successful artists in South Africa and has had the privilege of playing at some of the best shows in the world. He has not only graced world stages but also won a handful of awards to his name. From SAMA’s, Channel O, Metro FM Awards now a Drum Darling nomination!

For this phenomenal DJ to win this award, he needs YOU! Do vote for him by SMSing the word Darlings, 7E followed by your name to 34926 or also vote online to www.drum.co.za

You can vote as many times as you want to. Make Black Coffee your number 1 darling by voting.

Voting is also still open for the Channel O Music Awards to be held in November. SMS 13C to +27 83142100415, Take It All off is the nominated video. He features the great Zakes Bantwini.

Whilst you at it, you would be interested in his Resident Advisor page www.residentadvisor.net/dj/blackcoffee
Like or comment on his page and stand a chance to win great prizes, which include winning tickets to some of Black Coffee’s shows and get to take photos with him. When you have done the registration and commentary on the page, do provide evidence to increase your chances of winning.

 

For booking Black Coffee contact 071 519 9905 or djsproduction.events@gmail.com

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DRUM DARLINGS

Welcome to the most authentic awards event of the year!
DRUM, in partnership with the City of Ekurhuleni, is thrilled to announce the upcoming DRUM Darlings awards, which celebrate black excellence in the entertainment industry.
The awards will honour celebrities who have exhibitedbrilliance through their craft in the past year, be it as an actor or actress who has kept us glued to our screens, or a sports personality who has had us cheering on the sidelines.
The award show has 10 categories, seven of which will be decided by readers and fans.
The categories range from the Rising Star Award, celebrating exceptional up-and-coming talent, to Favourite Radio Show, which honours the radio show which had the most people talking and tweeting as we listened.
Nominees for each DRUM Darling category will be announced weekly and fans will be given a week to vote for their favourite celebrities.
The three remaining categories – Posthumous Award and the DRUM Legend and Lifetime Achievement awards – will be selected by a panel of carefully chosen judges.
The biggest award of the night is the overall DRUM Darling award, which will go to the most inspirational DRUM celebrity of the year who demonstrated all the values that the DRUM brand stands for, including respect, integrity, courage and Ubuntu.

Categories
1. Special Award – DRUM Legend
2. Posthumous Award
3. Most loved Actor/Actress Award
4. Most entertaining Television
Show Award
5. Favourite Radio Show Award
6. Most listened to musician Award
7. Most admired sports personality
Award
8. Rising Star Award – VOTING
9. Lifetime Achievement Award
10. DRUM Darling 2013
How to vote for your winners!
Check out next week’s issue of DRUM for the various ways you can vote for your favourite DRUM Darlings!
Voting will be via SMS or Facebook and we will be giving you clear instructions on how to go about it.
You will be able to vote up to 10 times for each nominee in each category, but each vote must be sent in separately.
The DRUM Darlings awards will take place on Thursday 7 November.

MO'MOLEMI'S "A SIA" ALBUM OUT IN STORES

The much anticipated release of Mo’Molemi’s third album, A SIA, hits stores nationwide today. The album title, A SIA (And So Is Afrika), is an accumulation of various ideas.  A SIA was developed initially as a travel novel written by Mo’Molemi as he backpacked through Zimbabwe, Zambia, then caught a ship through Lake Tanganyika for 800k to Burundi. Then he backpacked to Tanzania, Malawi and Mozambique before returning back home to Mahikeng, South Africa. The novel never came to be, but instead metamorphosed into a 19 track album questioning the place of Africa among the nations of the world. The A SIA album has classical lyrical flow that Mo’Molemi fans have come to know and love. It features tracks with the likes of Tumi of Tumi and The Volume, Tuks, Zeus, Lection, Blue Skye, Eazy Lap, Fifi Cooper, Kea Mmoki, Towdeemac and heavyweight artists from Botswana namely: Mosako, A.T.I, Orakle, E.P.I.C Jujuboy and traditional artist, Ntirelang Bearman.

 

Pelonomi is the first single to be released off A SIA and is already being playlisted on high rotation on stations such as Lesedi FM, Motsweding FM, North West FM, YaRona FM in Botswana and Ultimate FM in Lesotho.

 

Pelonomi is a Hip Hop love song featuring Mafikeng based soul singer Nkuli. The song is a celebration of undying love, faith and hope, and unravels the conversation of whether a burning love will still be as strong after indefinite periods apart.

 

 

Watch the Pelonomi video here:

 

“I truly enjoyed producing, composing and recording A SIA. Much appreciation to my record company So Hype Records, my engineer Tshepo Vena and every soul that assisted in the making of the record. To #molemination... your engagement with my art.. often very critical.. is the license that enables me to write with freedom, for ours is a communal development conversation. I am because you are” expresses Mo’Molemi.

 

As Mo'Molemi grows in music and his love for food production, his wish is that A SIA inspires a thousand new farmers to take up the cause of food production, the cause of agrarian revolution through fair competition with other commercial farmers.

 “It’s our pleasure to see the release of this long awaited album. We will get it to the people by all means, and assure the masses of Mo’Molemi's presence and prominence from here on” shares Massie Hule, managing director of So Hype Records.

 

A SIA is available in physical disk in stores from today, Thursday 10 October 2013. A SIA will also be released digitally on 17 October 2013 and available on most major digital (online and mobile) platforms in South Africa and globally like Traxsource, Juno, Stompy.com, Spotify, Nokia, MTN, Vodacom, Orange iTunes and most other African Mobile networks.

 

For booking Mo’Molemi contact 071 519 9905 or djsproduction.events@gmail.com

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