Cover Of Brand r Magazine's First Edition

Here is the civer to our first edition.

BARISTA SHOWDOWN

Every once in a while we are invited to experience out of the ordinary events.

Colombo has been the most reliable in terms of impressing and satisfying us.

They did it again this friday, this time it was a Barrista show down.

We were in the presence of people who saw a cappuccino as more than a 

product for consumption, but an artform to be appreciated in the process of its creation.

Here are the a few pictures from the event.

A group of coffee shops like Vida Cafe,  Woolworths, Bean Green, Colombo and Durant Cafe brought their A game for this show down.

Judges

Man of the moment

Knife Fork & Glass- Wodka

So the first wednesday of the month finally arrived on the 3rd of August and we got to step out again led by Russel Hlongwane to yet another great evening filled with great company. 

The third installment of the  Fork, Knife & Glass - Dinner Club

The veue this time was Wodka Bar and Restaurant. This is what we got up to

 

Wodka

Mxolisi Ngonelo

Thanda Kunene

This is one of those big ups moments. We'd like to introduce you to our resident Photographer. The fashion designer, music collecting, image loving Thanda Kunene, but you can call him Thanda the Curator.

The Curator

 

He has been a great deal of help to us. Introducing us to new music and ideas we originally overlooked. Plus he never really says nop to covering an event. Since he isn't mus\ch of a fan of telling people about himself you should follow his blogs: iamflake & noneisforever 

Fork, Knife & Glass - Dinner Club

For those not in the know. In our silence (Which we greatly apologise for) we have been on the look out for the most refreshing activities that Durban could offer us. .One such event we are proud to present as a Brand r sister project Piloted by Russel Hlongwane is the Fork, Knife & Glass - Dinner Club hosted by Russel Hlongwane.

Every first wednesday of the month we meet at a selected restaurant to dine and relax with a group of like minded people. A breath of fresh air from the over flooding idea that everyone needs loud music, excessive alcohol intake to have fun.

Here are the pictures to the first two sessions we've attended.

Our First Venue

Good food

Like Minded people

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Our second Venue

Still on that food tip

Mr Hlongwane

Good People

Like minded people

 For those interested the third installation of the diners club is on the 3rd of August at the Wodka restaurant. Get intouch with Russel at russel@onexus.co.za

MUSIC VIDEO SHOOT - GIFTED LP

So at the end of last year we told you about the coming of the GIFTED LP. Last weekend we got a call from DEEJAY LAB asking us to come show support in the music video shoot for the LP’s first single.

The first single is by Flowsik Da Diamond titled  The D, it features Abdus and the shoot was at the Skate Park. So here is what went down

Mr Purple everything Himself. Abdus Insumansumane

Flow Sik in the red LVs with the fellas

F.. Sik

 

 

The people behind the camera.

So now we await the finished product

A.K.A-ALL I KNOW

So Mr A.K.A got the whole country screaming ALL THEY KNOW

SOUTH AFRICA MUSIC - ''FOOD FOR YOUR SENSES – THE MANELIS EXPERIENCE''

It’s taken me a few minutes to find the right words to explain exactly what I want to relay to you. I still haven’t found the words and the clocks ticking so I am just going to let my fingers step on the keyboard with hope that I will articulate my thoughts. 


             FOOD FOR YOUR SENSES – THE MANELIS EXPERIENCE       
       
Manelisi Mzwandile Ntsele should replace the definition of both the words – sacrifice and pure art! Dude is frontman of the experimental music band Luminati (NO NOT ILLUMINATI).

The band is a mash up of genres such as rock, hip hop, reggae with traces of jazz and traditional music. Before Luminati, Manelisi flew solo and dropped the timeless piece of art called ‘’Sitshengise’’. Personally, people still haven’t really caught on to his last offering and now he’s officially zoning out of this realm with his upcoming experience. When I say ‘’upcoming experience’’ I actually mean his upcoming show. It’s rather unfair to use colloquial terms to describe what Manelisi offers in his music. So he’s not putting up a show, he’s taking you on a experience.


The Food For Your Senses will feature a few supporting acts that will form part of the experience. The show is some form of music time travel from mid 80’s to current day mindset. Encompassing gumboot dance, poetry, canvass art and crossover of the music from a digital realm to a live band.
The supporting acts are; BFG (hip hop); Tumelo (poetry); Dirty Paraffin (new age kwaito); Philani Luthuli (visual art); Gumboot dancers and Luminati (multi genre experimentalist band).


Venue – Comfort Zone (In Clearmont)
Damage – R40 (underpriced if you ask me)
Date – 31 July - Sunday
Time – 12pm


For enquiries - hit him up at 083 337 2518 or at mangete@gmail.com

BLACKBERRY PLAYBOOK DROPS - And who said we ain't GEEKS?

We caught wind of this release some time mid last year, we see it's now available on our shores. While the market is still familiarizing itself with the iPad, BB has followed close on Apple's heels with the Playbook.

Aight then, lets play!

Built to perform, the BlackBerry PlayBook transforms the way you work and play by combining the features you need with a powerful, ultra-portable design. Features include e-mail, calendar, BBM, tasks, documents and more. Buy your BlackBerry PlayBook and stay connected anytime, anywhere. Get the 32GB for R7,619.95.

Gadget features;

• BlackBerry operating system Allows you to stay connected and productive on the go.
• Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n network For Internet capability on the go (additional fees may apply).
• Bluetooth capability Allows you to pair the device with a Bluetooth-enabled BlackBerry mobile phone for access to Push technology, e-mail, calendar, BBM, tasks, documents and more. Also features BlackBerry security and data efficiency.
• 7"" LCD touch-screen display With 1024 x 600 resolution for clear viewing of photos, videos and more.
• 32GB internal memory Allows you to store media.
• 1GB RAM With Codex support for media playback, creation and video calling.
• 3.0MP high-definition forward-facing camera Along with a 5.0MP high-definition rear-facing camera for capturing special moments on the go.
• Micro USB port For an easy connection to your computer. Micro HDMI port for connection to an HDTV.

Somewhere in the cyberworld, they've run a video where they've compared the iPad with this Playbook. We aint saying nothing on the outcome though. Check it out for yourself. 

 

You could most probably get yourself one from a Kalahari.net or leading tablet and android stockists.

Till next time, it's been emotional.

Brand -r

Meet Jessica Khupe

A 21 year old fashion design student who grew up in USA then Botswana and currently studying in Durban at Linea Fashion Academy.

A slave to her passion and assertive in her endeavors, she asked Brand –r to help her host a Red Carpet Retro Fashion Show and Garment Auction.

Beautiful women, well groomed squires, fashion, drinks, food and Jessica Khupe filled the KZNSA Gallery space.

A firm thank you note to the brands that participated such as; Christian Dior, Mercedes Benz, Darkchild modeling agency, Mr Van (the slickest MC out there), Durban Dance International, KZNSA Gallery, Arts Cafe, Mr and Mrs Vandiar, Isupport Music Business (for the sound) and lastly Jessica for her creation of high end stunning dresses.

Another proud Brand –r supported initiative. Enough of the words, salivate over these visuals

Jessica Khupe

Teboho Seitshiro, Mpho Seitshiro and Olwethu Bandesi