Gino Lee is one of the Bay’s most talented teens. The 15 year old singer, keyboardist and performer won the M-NET Young Star award in 2010, and was one of the opening acts for M-NET Idols the same year. Born and raised in Port Elizabeth, he began singing just two years ago in the River Road Band, but hopes to be a successful solo musician one day. His latest achievement includes a BAMA award for Best Newcomer to the stage. He has performed live on stage with Canadian Singer Justin Hines, and … [Read more...] about Meet Young Port Elizabeth Talent Gino Lee
True GRITT
Port Elizabeth rockers, GRITT The Band toured a number of music festivals in the UK during August this year. "The festivals we attended ran many stages and artists performed back to back, on a tight schedule, they are very organized and professional," says manager, Zoe Fick. The band performed at the Crash music festival as well as Todstock. "We were so delighted that the crowds loved our sound and music, we even received cries for more," says Fick. GRITT was first formed in 2009 as an … [Read more...] about True GRITT
Green Machines Under SAAW Conference Spotlight
Key people and companies in the South African motor industry will be meeting in East London to discuss the risks and opportunities created by "green machines" for the local automotive sector. "Renewable energy is transforming industry, and creating exciting new manufacturing and other market opportunities," says convener Andrew Binning of Inkanyezi Event Organisers. Local auto industry leaders will be participating in a workshop to discuss "how, when and on what scale this disruptive … [Read more...] about Green Machines Under SAAW Conference Spotlight
New R60 Million Headquarters for Port Elizabeth Motor Group
Port Elizabeth's Tavcor Motor Group is investing R60-million in new offices and a showroom in the Metro's new motor hub on the William Moffett motorway. The new premises will be built to the Volkswagen worldwide standard for new generation dealerships, according to group chief executive officer Alan Taverner. Tavcor's new five thousand square metre building will include showrooms for 20 new vehicles, 70 used vehicles, as well as a 26 bay workshop and full service parts outlet. Parking for … [Read more...] about New R60 Million Headquarters for Port Elizabeth Motor Group
Eastern Cape Leaps Ahead in Supply of BioFuels
Eastern Cape entrepreneurs have teamed up with German technology providers and research institutes to quietly put together plans for a biofuel refinery that will create hundreds of jobs in both rural and urban areas, while putting the province at the forefront of the national government's plans to grow the "green economy". "We can now go public because we have all the major building blocks in place - the feedstock, the technology, the plant, and, most importantly, an off-taker," says Sylvia … [Read more...] about Eastern Cape Leaps Ahead in Supply of BioFuels
Local Company Scores Maximum Skills Development Points for BBBEE Level Three
Full marks for training and education has helped specialist tool, jig and die maker, DKT Engineering of Port Elizabeth to qualify for Level Three BBBEE status. The company, which designs and manufactures tools for the automotive, food and other industries, scored maximum points for skills development after it opened a dedicated training centre in 2010. The centre trains artisans in order to meet the growing requirements of the South African market. "Qualified tool, jig and die makers often … [Read more...] about Local Company Scores Maximum Skills Development Points for BBBEE Level Three
Property Rates Amendment Bill Will Kill Residential Developments
An already struggling and limping property market will be severely damaged should the Property Rates Amendment Bill become law without any further changes and it would sound the death knell for developers and investors, says Keith Wakefield, the of CEO Wakefields Real Estate. This Bill which will see rates on rental properties more than double will stop residential development in its tracks particularly as the first to take up new build units, in some cases by as much as 50%, are investors. … [Read more...] about Property Rates Amendment Bill Will Kill Residential Developments
Kirkwood se Weer IS Anders
Weather reports for the Absa Kirkwood Wildsfees this weekend mainly point to clear skies, with a minimal chance of rain. "Kirkwood weather is very different that in Nelson Mandela Bay, and it usually dry here when it is raining in the Bay," says Absa Kirkwood Wildsfees director Jenni Honsbein. "Kirkwood offers a wild escape from the windy and rainy weather. Don't just assume that if it is wet along the coast it is raining in the Karoo," she says. Crews have been hard at work since … [Read more...] about Kirkwood se Weer IS Anders
Are You in the Market for Buffalo, Kudu, an Aeroplane and a Tractor?
"Kirkwood is the only place in the world where you will be able to buy a herd of disease-free buffalo, a prize kudu breeding bull, an aircraft and a tractor all on the same day – and then celebrate with the world's top selling rock band in the evening," says Absa Kirkwood Wildsfees director Jenni Honsbein. Crews have been hard at work since Saturday putting up tents and marquees in preparation for the more than 38 000 people expected to shop at the 300 specially chosen stalls, experience a … [Read more...] about Are You in the Market for Buffalo, Kudu, an Aeroplane and a Tractor?
Plenty for Wild Kids to do at Wildsfees
Kids will have the chance to go wild, under supervision, at the 2011 Absa Kirkwood Wildlife Festival kids zone from July 1 to 3. Parents will be able to enjoy the hours of shopping, live entertainment, expos and food and wine tasting with the peace of knowing their children are well occupied and safe. "It is important for us that the whole family is able to enjoy the festival so that no-one is left at home," says Jenni Honsbein, festival director. Kids can participate in bead workshops, … [Read more...] about Plenty for Wild Kids to do at Wildsfees
Port Elizabeth Band, Take Note, launch debut album, Rear Window
After recently signing a recording deal with national company Native Rhythms Productions, the seven-piece Port Elizabeth jazz band Take Note will launch their debut album entitled, "Rear Window" on June 23, 2011. The 14-track album is mixture of contemporary jazz with afro-soul. "It is a reflection of the township traditional songs as well as modern changes in society," says Take Note manager, Thandile Petshwa. Songs such as "Sakhile" and "Unonkala" are typical township jazz classics from … [Read more...] about Port Elizabeth Band, Take Note, launch debut album, Rear Window
An Evening of Collaborative Artistry
This June the Port Elizabeth Music Society will present "An evening of collaborative artistry" by John Edwards and Friends. The John Edwards and Friends concert will feature "something for everyone" with live performances by a number of the Eastern Cape's top musicians from a wide range of genres. The concert will take place on June 13 at the NMMU South Campus auditorium. Well known jazz pianist, composer and educator, John Edwards moved to Port Elizabeth in January 2010, and has been … [Read more...] about An Evening of Collaborative Artistry
Port Elizabeth Saxophonist Part of SAMA Award Winning Band
Eastern Cape saxophonist, Phumlani Mtiti is part of the SAMA Award winning jazz band, Ological Studies. The Cape Town based group was announced as the winners of the 2011 South African Music Award for the Best Contemporary Jazz Album on Saturday, May 21. The group was up against jazz giants Jonathan Butler and Carlo Mombelli. The band's 11 track album entitled "Free- Dom" has produced a number of hits including Latest Groove, The Gathering Of Great Minds, and Siyabangena. In the album, … [Read more...] about Port Elizabeth Saxophonist Part of SAMA Award Winning Band
A Linguistic Conundrum
See if you can figure out what these words have in common. Banana Dresser Grammar Potato Revive Uneven Assess Answers in the comments section below please - the first correct answer wins the title of BRAIN OF THE MINUTE along with all the accolades and glory that goes with that. … [Read more...] about A Linguistic Conundrum
Time to go LOCAL After the Euphoria of Bra Hugh and George Benson
Local jazz band, Afromix will be hosting a series of jazz performances and workshops in New Brighton, entitled Afro Jazz Concerts, aimed at "reviving the passion and entertainment of local music, while helping to identify and develop upcoming talent." The project will see a series of performances and workshops being held at New Brighton's Red Location Museum on one Sunday afternoon of every month for the foreseeable future. Each performance will feature a local band performing together with … [Read more...] about Time to go LOCAL After the Euphoria of Bra Hugh and George Benson
