2oceans Vibe

The three cinemas (Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town) we have managed to secure for a pre-public screening of Facebook movie, ‘The Social Network’ are 70% full so far – so if you have a blog and you want to watch the movie (with a buddy) before the general public, there is still time! Private screening will take place on 25 October! Follow the link to see how!

Can you believe it’s that time of year agin? My goodness, I remember the first time I went – wet behind the ears and all that. Not exactly the festival sort, I was. But it turned out ok – they had luxury tenting you see. It was almost a disaster, if I remember correctly.I lost my car keys and found them again the next day – in the middle of the morning-after carnage. I swear. There were some guys and gals rocking out in whatever section it was that was still going on at that stage of the game. Imagine if I didn’t find my keys? Small nightmare going back to CT just to get the spare key.

But back to this year’s Daisies..

Who is Jordan Belfort? Wall Street millionaire at 26, playboy, philanderer, addict, charismatic leader, giant fraud and federal convict at 36, Jordan Belfort says he’s a man who has found atonement. He’s coming to Cape Town. 2oceansvibe landed an exclusive interview with the man.

[BONUS: Includes audio podcast download of interview!]

One of the world’s most celebrated DJs, JIMPSTER, is playing live at Cafe Caprice on Saturday night. And, what’s more, his entire set will be broadcast live on 2oceansvibe Radio. So if you’re unable to make it, you can have your own little party on your ace in your bedsit in Balham!

Good lord, it’s gonna be a schtoinker!

A national hero

For breakfast, it’s steak porridge.

For lunch, it’s steak.

Around 3pm it’s a blended steak meal replacement.

For dinner, it’s steak, with a side of biltong.

We could be talking of no other than South Africa’s freshest Guinness World Record holder, Jan Braai.

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Anyone who went the first time will happily confirm it was the greatest party of their lives. Well it’s happening again – and it’s gonna be crazier than ever. Chicks in lumo bikinis and roller-skates are not uncommon at these Kings Of Neon parties (how awesome is that name?). Trust me, it’s off the hizzo!

Mmm, leg-warmers. More of that.

And leotards.

Wear them and get hammered in your lumo clothing.

Neon rave sticks are allowed.

When the news came through that the Bobs for Good Foundation had delivered 282 pairs of shoes to Makanyu Primary school in the rural village of Hampego in Limpopo, I was sure that the school’s name had come up in the press before. So I did a little research and, sure enough, the school HAD been featured in The Star:

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As you will read (if you click that article from The Star), Julius Malema, ever the rock star, visited the same school in January 2009 and promised them 100 pairs of shoes. The crowd cheered so loudly and were so excited, that our boy increased the promised tally to 200 pairs of shoes!

What a legend!

Unfortunately, 19 months later, the shoes have still not arrived – this after he promised them it would take weeks. Interesting vibe – for a guy who reckons he is one of “the people.”

ANC Youth League President, Julius Malema
Broke his promise to children in need

Today 2oceansvibe called the headmaster, Mr. Nthambeleni Ramanyimi, who confirmed that Malema had indeed made the promise to the school in January 2009, and was yet to deliver the shoes, let alone communicate with them as to when they should expect the shoes.

All in all, Julius Malema broke a promise of delivering school shoes to a school desperately in need of footwear. Nice one.

And one wonders why is has it in for the media..

The Bobs for Good team gets cracking!

By all accounts, the Bobs for Good Foundation, who seem to have unwittingly fulfilled Malema’s broken promises, were nothing short of shaken by the poverty witnessed at Makanyu Primary School. A BFG representative confirmed that most schools they visit have a small portion of kids already in shoes – not so in this case. Apparently NONE of the kids had shoes.

African youth are smiling again, after Malema’s broken promises
were fulfilled – not by Malema..

What a very cool vibe – well done to the BobsForGood team for coming through for Makanyu Primary school, among many many others. Click here for more on that story and extra pictures.

Just to fill you in, Makanyu Primary is found in a rural area and is based at Hamphego Village, about 14 km’s South East of Thohoyandou. It is about 4km from the main road (Punda Maria- R524) that leads to the Kruger National Park. The school is situated at the border post of the village near the Chief’s Kraal. The school is about 600m north of the Nandoni Dam, which is a tourist attraction centre.

I’m certainly stoked to be involved with Saturday’s BOBS FOR GOOD SPRING BALL Constantia – at least we know where it’s all going and the good that’s being done! Especially when hopes and dreams have been shattered like they have in this example.

Apparently there is still LIMITED space so if you haven’t organised yet, there is still a BIT of time – if you MOVE your asses! Contact Claire on claire@bobsforgood.com or call their office line 021 701 8080 and tell them we sent you. They’ll make a plan

It’s gonna be a helluva party!

We’ve got a fairly massive story that has just broken. Ard Matthews from Just Jinjer chopped off his famous dreadlocks this weekend after losing a bet.

Check this out:

You know what this means – anyone attending his concert on Thursday with Theo Crous, Vusi motherfreaking Mahlasela, Plush, iScream, Jack Mantis, Louise Day (smoking hot) will be the first people to see him playing live without his dreads!

TICKETS TO TOMORROW’S INTIMATE PERFORMANCE
WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR!

And what’s more, it’s all for a good cause, with ALL proceeds going to the MYLIFE Foundation! What a joke – they’re making it too easy for us again. It’s like we’re playing this thing on easy mode!

So you can party your head off, listen to crazy-awesome live music, and you’re topping up your karma levels at the same time?

Oh good God, I’ve just realised something, I Scream & The Chocolate Stix (a 2oceansvibe favourite and the guys behind the smash hit My Cape Town!) are playing as well!!

Take that, and the fact that it’s organised by The Little Black Book, and you’re looking at a KILLER bash!

Hahahaha – give me a break! Where do I sign up?

Ard Matthews, Theo Crous, Jack Mantis and friends.

Enjoy an intimate acoustic evening with performances by some of Cape Town`s top artists in support of the MylifE Foundation. Ard Matthews, Theo Crous, Jack Mantis, iScream and the Chocolate Stix, Louise Day, Plush and more will share the stage in what promises to be night of music and fun in getting together and giving back in honour of our street-children. All the proceeds for the event will go to the MyLifE Foundation.

Enjoy an early set at 20h00 and get to meet the artists afterwards.

More about MyLifE:
MylifE is a registered foundation working with at-risk youth and children in Cape Town, South Africa ‐ those living on the street without hope or support. MylifE’S team has worked within this sector for more than 12 years, gathering vital information on the social dynamics that drive these issues. MylifE was established in 2002, and since its inception has successfully healed over 105 youth, moving them from the city’s pavements into full‐time jobs, independence and a ‘normal’ life. It has given hope where there was none. Website: www.mylife.org.za

Ard Matthews, global ambassador for MyLifE says: “The MyLifE foundation is an organization that is very dear to my heart. Everyone needs a break. Even fully funded NGO’s need constant help and commitment. MyLifE is no different but at the moment it has a lot more heart than it does funds so I am committed to do what I can to change this. Its the only thing that makes me feel good about the living the blessed life I live. We are all a lot more fortunate than these beautiful kids so please join me in helping to make a difference.”

Date: Thursday 9 September 2010.
Time: 20h00.
Venue: Upper Eastside Hotel, Brickfield Road, Woodstock, Cape Town.
Tickets: R150

Bookings: Online (very easy) www.webtickets.co.za
Contact: Craig Reid – info@justjinjer.com

Having a good time while supporting a good cause at the same time is a double bill of worth it!

As you can tell by phrases like “meet the artists afterwards, this is a very unique intimate party vibe. there is no exclusivity here – we’re all one team, helping out with a common cause. Be a part of it – I assure you it will be special

See you there!

It is always a joy when you back people or brands that you believe in, and they excel. As you know, 2oceansvibe doesn’t get behind just anyone or anything. We’ve had a pretty shit-hot record at backing the right horse/s and we’re not gonna risk that track record for anything.

That’s why we are so proud of Marina and The Little Black Book who have just launched their new website, which gives an astounding showcase of everything they do (and have done – my God!) – from events, functions, PR, weddings, decor and promotions, this full-function agency’s list of successes is OUTRAGEOUS!

You should check out their website and find out more about the ridiculous list of clients and testimonials they have.

THE LITTLE BLACK BOOK – FIRST FOR CUSTOM EVENTING

The thing about Marina and The Little Black book is Marina has known virtually every one of the people and celebs on her guest list since they were kids. You can’t train someone to have connections like she has. I’ve been mates with her since I was 12, this chick IS Cape Town. Who do you think organises all The Vibe parties?

And don’t even get me started on her guest list – the mixture of sports personalities (real sports personalities) models (real models), corporates/ execs, glamorous socialites and a media list to die for, is simply off the hook! Who do you think orchestrated the recent World Cup party which Leo Di Caprio and Mick Jagger attended? Come on, man – get real!

They always over-deliver when it comes to generating media coverage and I can vouch for this from my personal experience – there are always flashbulbs and guaranteed post-event media coverage due to the excellent way Marina, Jules & Gabi (check out the team here) handle the press no matter how hectic the event. Top Billing, Showbiz Report, SKY News, Cape Times, Heat, All Access, Argus, Sunday Times – whatever, I’m getting bored – the list is too long.

You only get one shot to do it properly – don’t mess around – do yourself a favour and get in touch with THE LITTLE BLACK BOOK .

That’s right – you and one other person could be indulging in one of the year’s most anticipated lingerie event!

The Cosmopolitan Lingerie Fashion Show – 26 August, 19h30, Upper East Side, Woodstock. You want to be there. You NEED to be there!

That’s where you wanna be..

The September cover

The Lingerie special – inside the September issue..

COSMO sets the lingerie trends SA’s premier lingerie showcase out now

Cosmopolitan’s popular Lingerie issue is out now and this year gives readers 65 pages of the latest and hottest lingerie available in South Africa. Published in association with Hoity Toit from Lenthéric, the issue showcases all the latest underwear from brands such as Triumph, Sloggi, Jockey, Temptations, Playtex, Maidenform, Shelly, Wonderbra, Free2BU and After Eden, and retailers Foschini and Woolworths.

The issue will come alive at this year’s Cosmopolitan Lingerie fashion show and after-party to be held at Cape Town’s newest It address, Upper East Side in Woodstock. The show promises to be a theatrical production not seen before on the fashion stages of Cape Town, with a mystical, magical forest forming the backdrop to the show. Guests at this year’s event will be treated to Absolut Vodka cocktails on arrival before some of South Africa’s leading lingerie models share the ramp with models from Brazil, Sudan and the UK.

The September issue of Cosmopolitan magazine is on sale now at leading bookstores and retailers across South Africa.

Visit the Cosmopolitan Lingerie galleries online at:
http://www.cosmopolitan.co.za/Magazine/Fromthemag/cosmo-lingerie-2010

To WIN the ONE PAIR of tickets that we have, email editor@2oceansvibe.com and give me the name of ANY 2oceansvibe Weather Girl who has featured before in the Cosmopolitan Lingerie Fashion Show.

The correct answer which features in the BEST email (read into that however you want) will win the tickets!

NOTE: It was “videos” but is now just “video” as we have finally found the best footage possible!

By all accounts the live footage of the Athlone Power Station Cooling Towers coming down left a lot to be desired.

This was apparently due to the demolition people deciding to blow the towers up 4 minutes ahead of schedule.

Dearie dearie me.

Nevertheless, 2oceansvibe has scoured the net and found you the ultimate video of the towers coming down:

Enjoy!

Feeling a little bit wonky…

When their students aren’t quibbling over gay kissing, UCT and Stellenbosch University are waging beer war.

And beer is most certainly worth waging war over. Consider these wise words of wisdom from greater men than I:

“You can’t be a real country unless you have a beer and an airline – it helps if you have some kind of football team, or some nuclear weapons, but at the very least you need a beer.” – Frank Zappa

“Not all chemical are bad. Without chemicals such as hydrogen and oxygen, for example, there would be no way to make water, a vital ingredient in beer.” – Dave Barry

“All right, brain, I don’t like you and you don’t like me – so let’s just do this and I’ll get back to killing you with beer.” – Homer Simpson

But we’re not talking about the predictable, passe, philistine “down-down” kind of beer war. It’s the on-campus beer production kind of war.

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Those of you who are Stellenbosch University Alumni may perhaps remember the annual “Soen in die Laan” (“Kiss in the Lane”) event, at which scores of students clench lips in a moment of heady abandon.

Such a lovely Casablanca vibe, hey?

Yeah, it is. Except…

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It’s that time of year again, my friends, as the cream of South Africa’s blogger crop goes head to head for the industry’s highest honour. As a previous winner of the blog awards, 2oceansvibe encourages all blogs, big and small, to get involved

*blog owners should click here to get a nomination badge.

The 2010 SA Blog Awards

With the very foundations of South Africa’s traditional press and free speech currently being put to the test, it is (now, possibly more than ever) of the greatest importance that blogs get the exposure they deserve and for people outside of this space to recognise them.

With that in mind, we ask you, the readers of the SA blogosphere, to have a good look around and nominate as many blogs as is permissible. There is some really good content out there and you will be blown away, if you could just take some time out and delve a little deeper

Some notable items about this year’s awards:

- News24 is the headline sponsor and will be highlighting nominated blogs on their portal – giving exposure to two million strong audience! Excellent vibe there guys – thank you and well done!

- 3 phase nominations. The Top 10 nominated in each category go through to the next round. Then there will be final voting. The final part sees the guest judges lending a 30% swing to the final votes.

- Celebrity judges will come from inside and outside of the blogosphere.

Emphasis this year is to help grow the community and increase outside awareness and understanding of this space.

Nominations are from 2 August to 27 August

Public Voting is from 1 September to 17 September

Winners Announced on 25 September (we have received word from the organisers that this might be moved to one week later, due to a variety of logistics and venue issues).

2oceansvibe Readers are reminded, as they are every year, that 2oceansvibe cannot continue to grow and to entertain you, without awards. For example, we would never have been able to open and operate SA’s first mainstream internet radio station, if it wasn’t for your help.

And we want to keep on working at it – for you – breaking through all the other bullshit out there – giving you the content you have been craving – written and heard. There is a long road ahead and we have some exciting stuff in the pipeline. And who knows – maybe TV will be next. But we can’t get there without your help.

So please, we appeal to all the readers out there to CLICK HERE TO NOMINATE 2OCEANSVIBE. When that page opens, read it through, enter your email address and REMEMBER to click the link that they email you – which is the final confirmation of your vote.

*As we said earlier, we encourage your support of as many blogs as possible. So to help you on that path, I would like to suggest the website www.popyacollar.co.za - which is an up-and-coming fashion blog I think you might like. We have nominated it for Best New Blog, as well as Best Fashion Blog. Check it out and CLICK HERE to give it a nomination.