Lucian Freud Remembered
The 88 year old Lucian Freud, grandson of the famous psychoanalyst Sigmund Freud and brother of the former MP Sir Clement Freud, passed away peacefully due to a prolonged illness. Born 8 December 1922 in Berlin and granted British citizenship in 1939, the pre-eminent British artist died Wednesday evening, 20 July 2011 at his London home....
Dr.Rey and Bruno Schiavi Nip and Tuck Away at Lingerie
From a tastefully subdued Cape Town Fashion Show at the CTICC to the ridiculously hyped two-finger waving Dr Robert Rey at Queen Victoria Street’s Old Land Bank, this collection saw the unveiling of LingeRey. Dr 90210 on E! came dressed in his self-labelled “Pimp Chic” topped with Hollywood’s clichéd signature piece – a pair of...
Introducing Radio Soulwax
Legendary electonica group Soulwax, who need no introduction, have released their very own live internet radio station aptly named Radio Soulwax.
EJ von LYRIK – Worldwide Success
“EJ von LYRIK is at the top five of all time female Emcees ever; she blew my skull off last night with her performance.” Chuck D, Public Enemy. With a recommendation this strong, ignoring this songbird is a mistake.
WUGAZI – Mash-up of Titans
Producers Cecil Otter and Swiss Andy have harnessed the powers of two juggernauts of sound, Fugazi and The Wu Tang Clan. They bring you Wugazi, a free full length album containing the restless energy of punk and the raw power of rap.
WU LYF Review
Obscure to a point of not existing, WU LYF appear only through rumors and whispers. Go Tell Fire To The Mountain, their debut album, is the only concrete evidence they exist. We got hold of it and decided to see what all the fuss was about.
On The Boil at the Fugard Theatre
It’s one thing to see one potentially good film in an evening out, but what about seeing six. It’s time to introduce you to On The Boil, the short film festival exposing the latest rumblings from our very own talented filmmakers.
GUITAR LEGEND Michael “Würzel” Bursten DIES AT 61
The Rolling Stones pay a tweet tribute to the late Michael Bursten. “We’re sad to report that former Motörhead guitarist Michael “Würzel” Bursten has died at the age of 61. RIP.” reads the tweet. The legendary guitarist and former co-writer to the Motörhead band was born 23 October 1949 and sadly died 9 July 2011,...
WeSC x RZA: Chambers
The idea of collaboration between a hip-hop legend and fashion is hardly a new idea, but when it looks as good as the WeSC x RZA line, scheduled for Oct 2011, it’s hard not to get excited.
JULY: IMAGES OF THE WEEK
Images of the Week features two astounding visual delights every week from one small seed network.
BOOM+27 – EPISODE 07
Welcome to Boom+27 – Episode 07! Some of the highlights this episode include an on-set account with Cape Town band Peachy Keen, sitting down with Pretoria-based band Isochronous and our new What’s Your Story? with David Sieveking – director of encounters doccie “David Wants to Fly”. We’ve also got an awesome 3D video from Jon...
London Street Photography Festival 2011 Presents Vivian Maier
Presented at the London Street Photography Festival, happening throughout July, the Vivian Maier collection is a legacy that has seen it sold out and in demand. With thousands of photos yet to have eyes set upon them, Maier’s work is something of great mystery and interest to street photography enthusiasts worldwide.
Win tickets to Zebra & Giraffe on Sunday 10 July in JHB
Taking place on Sunday the 10th of July at the Walter Sisulu Botanical Garden JHB is the Old Mutual Music in the Gardens Concert where Zebra & Giraffe will be playing to your hearts delight. Read on to find out how to win a double ticket!
