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Introducing THIS MAGAZINE ISSUE TITLES “THE INAUGURATION” TO DEDICATE CEREMONIOUSLY : OBSERVE FORMALLY THE BEGINNING OF INAUGURATE A NEW SCHOOL . THIS ISSUE FOCUSES ON INAUGURATION THE AMAZING CREATIVES WHICH ARE HERE TO STAY, TODAY AND FOR THE FUTURE IN THIS MONTH’S ISSUE WE HAVE ZOOMED IN ON FASHION DESIGNERS AND TRENDS FEATURING SWANK JOZI AND DR SKOON . WE HIGHLIGHTED MUSIC PIONEERS A SUCH AS JODA KGOSI, CORNELIUS , KOOLDRINK , AMIEVERSOBER , KARMA XX AND THE AMAZING GROUP SOULD NATIVEZ . THIS ISSUE WE HAVE REALLY REACHED THE ROOT WITH THE CREATIVE MINDS BEHIND SOME WELL-KNOWN SOUTH AFRICAN INDEPENDENT MUSICIANS & BRANDS. THE INAUGURATION OUR WORD OF WISDOM COMES RIGHT AFTER THE CREATIVE LENZ WHERE WE SHOWCASE PHOTOGRAPHER SHOTBY180 WE HAVE ALSO INCLUDED THE ‘COMIC CON’ FOR OUR…

When he first called himself Blackvswhite people rather took it in a way that was offensive and not as intended. Saying it suggested that he was black making white music- he knew the name called for something that clearly reflected him and so that his fans could find him more relatable. “I then changed my name to Blackvsblack, cause I like how it sounds” he said- and we had a winner! WHAT SETS YOU APART? With not only his name setting him apart we dived deep into how he manages to be a top tier DJ and Producer separately. “AS A DJ I SEE MYSELF AS THE SERVANT OF THE PEOPLE. I WANT PEOPLE TO HAVE A GOOD TIME AND WHEN I’M ON SET I AIM TO PLEASE THEM” And…

TSHEPO MASHILANE, AKA, CORNELIUS, HAD HIS FANS ON THE EDGE OF THEIR SEATS SCREAMING FOR MORE AFTER THE RELEASE OF THE INTERNATIONALLY PRODUCED HIT, 'EYE OF THE BEHOLDER.’ Born in the outskirts of Atteridgeville, Pretoria. Cornelius grew up chasing his dreams of creating music fuelled by the inspiration of his surroundings. His journey to becoming the person he was born to be was both a learning curve and a time of self-discovery. This self-taught musician jump-started his music career by making use of his spare time to build his music collection, while closely studying his father’s hobby of vinyl and cassette collecting. “I started collecting house music back in the Soul Candi compilation times like Africanism, your Mtee’s, and Fresh 4’s. Whenever my dad went out to buy music, I…

FOUNDED IN THE 70S WITH A SMALL NUMBER OF ATTENDEES, WHO KNEW THAT MILLIONS OF PEOPLE FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD WOULD BE HAVING SLEEPLESS NIGHTS, WAITING TO HEAR WHEN THE NEXT MEETING IS? Let’s paint you a picture of what a day at Comic-Con looks like! From celebrating characters from DC and Marvel movies, and including the most popular Netflix shows to gaming developers and programmers- content offered by Comic-Con seems almost bottomless. This is also your time to shine and come best dressed as one of your favourite comic characters-costume party! The event is also packed with special appearances from tattoo and makeup stalls, gaming and “must have” Comic-Con merchandise and artwork collections. Disney screening and an exclusive entry to one of Netflix’s popular shows ‘Stranger Things’. With…

You may picture a Picasso—a sprawling canvas spattered with cubist realities. Or perhaps a Miró?—With its varying oblong shapes in different opacities dancing on yellowed paper. It’s indefinite to describe, but it elicits a feeling nonetheless WHAT IS ABSTRACTION AND MORE IMPORTANTLY, WHERE DID IT COME FROM? When dissecting the nature of Abstraction, it’s very easy to fall behind the colonial lenses through which most of Art History has based its findings under and look beyond the age-old tales of a Eurocentric Abstract Art Revolution. Everywhere you look in reference to Abstraction as a whole, you’ll see the names of the likes of Wassily Kandinsky, Henri Matisse, and Pablo Picasso as the “Fathers of Abstract Art” and while that be true of the nature of the 1910s Abstract Art Revolution,…

Also known as Twelvy or Skamza. Grew up in the streets of Diepkoof, Soweto. His passion for mini-independence developed at a young age when he started selling snacks and sweets in high school. His ability to interact and network with everyone was just the icing on the cake. “I HAD THE PRIVILEGE TO TRAVEL OVERSEAS AND ALL PROVINCES IN SOUTH AFRICA. SO THAT ALSO HELPED SHAPE MY CHARACTER AND SHOWED ME THE ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES” he added. Skamza shows us that his growth had multiple influences. Super Skoon is a sneaker-cleaning business that started in Skamza's first year of varsity. When it initially started it was him and his three other friends. Picture it - four students from different backgrounds coming together with one goal, which was to tap into the…

It’s true when they say winning requires talent but to repeat demands character. He started again during his varsity years and released his professional EP in 2017 called ‘Definition of a Rogue’. When his work started paying off and his following grew- this was the big break! WHY KARMA XX? We all know what karma means but let’s take a personal look at why it resonates with him. “I believe in karma. I also believe that when I put out good music it will certainly get a good response.” A true definition of what you put in is what you get out. “Then the XX came in 3 years later due to SEO reasons. My work got mixed up with other international artists so I used it to stick out.”…

WHO IS KOOLDRINK? In a nutshell, Kooldrink shares that throughout his schooling career, he would he’d find a way to ditch sporting or cultural activities to rush home to his laptop. Through the hustle and bustle of deciding to pursue his music passion, Kooldrink tells us that he doesn’t believe in a plan b. “THE MINUTE YOU HAVE A PLAN B, YOU’RE NOT CONFIDENT IN PLAN A.”.“I’M A SUPER GEEK, I LOVE IT. SO IF I WEREN’T MAKING MUSIC, IT’D PROBABLY BE IT.”. Although his passion for IT could’ve been something more, Kooldrink is very clearly satisfied with his career. We couldn't agree more. Having cemented his name in the game, Kooldrink very quickly started collaborating with SA’s leading musicians - from Lady X, Tyla, Maphorisa, Youngsta CPT, Sho Madjozi,…

IT WOULD BE NAIVE OF ANYONE TO SAY FIFA WORLD CUPS ARE NOT OPPORTUNE MOMENTS FOR SPORTS WASHING. IT'S THE ONE TIME WHERE THE EYES OF THE WORLD WILL BE FOCUSED ON A CERTAIN COUNTRY AND THE FAN FAIR IS SURE TO INTOXICATE MOST. The irony of that metaphor is deliberate considering the announcement made 2 days before the commencement of the tournament, that alcohol was banned at stadiums. This is true for the general public but with the exception being for those in luxury suites, hammering home the hypocrisy of the elite who exchanged brown paper bags in order to bring Messi and co to their shores. This distinction brings into question the legitimacy of the Qatari's dedication to upholding their own laws. This should not come as a…

THE BAND NAME 'SOUL NATIVEZ’ DESCRIBES NOT ONLY THEIR MUSIC BUT ALSO THE RELATIONSHIP THEY SHARE. HAVING SHARED SENTIMENTS WITH US ABOUT HOW THEY RELATE TO ONE ANOTHER IN AND OUTSIDE THE MUSIC, THEY DESCRIBED IT AS, “SPIRITUAL”. SHARING THE ESSENCE OF WHO THEY ARE THROUGH THEIR MUSIC, CREATES A SPIRITUAL CONNECTION BETWEEN THE DUO AND THEIR COMMUNITY. SO, WHO ARE THESE GUYS? Stage name ‘Soul Nativez’ is made up of two musicians. Soul - The Dj and Sana, the drummer. Together they combined their talent to create nothing short of soul-shaking. Both born and raised in the depths of Pretoria, these two have had a journey and a half getting to where they are today. Their inspiration comes from the streets of home, where they experienced every second house…

My introduction to photography was indirect, I started by assisting my elder sister who is a content strategist. I would fix lighting states to stabilise the camera, press play and stop. Ultimately from those humble beginnings, my interest ignited I could not keep my hands off the camera.” When words become unclear, he prefers to focus on photographs. “In my perspective, photography means capturing the moment and being able to tell a story through my work, my idea is for people to look at the moments I have captured and be able to gather a collection of narratives, which the naked eye cannot bring together at a glance for them to hold onto forever in a frame.” Whatever your life work is, do it well. With a natural talent that…