Monday, August 1, 2011

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


Monday, July 25, 2011

Monday, July 18, 2011

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

Monday, May 23, 2011

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

Monday, April 18, 2011

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





Thursday, April 14, 2011

Jessica Khupe Red Carpet Retro Fashion Show And Garment Auction

We got a chance to help Jessica Khupe
put together her RED CARPET RETRO Fashion Show & Garment Auction  at the K.Z.N.SA Gallery.


Night to see

If you thought people din't work hard you need to meet Jessica. 21 Garments in a month and all the proceeds are going to a worthy proceed.

Everything that could be planned for has been planned, now we wait to see the beautiful people this Sartuday Night.

R70.00 a ticket for anymore information or to buy a ticket  call her on 072 3814093

Monday, April 4, 2011

We Picnicing

so we picnicing on the 17 of April 2011.
here is our brainstormed look book.


Three Things



1. The Grub




2. The Scene/ Back drop



3. Squires required
                      

4. Lassies please





Thats all folks


Email us at brandrmagazine@gmail.com if you wanna join us