Driemanskap and Planet Earth tore the house down at a special live broadcast of SABC1′s primetime music show Live in Cape Town last Friday. We shot this video ‘backstage’ in the VIP section of Trinity, where this special edition of the show was broadcast from. The sound quality isn’t great, but Driemanskap’s energy as they performed a medley of their tracks, is unmistakeable.

The show’s producer told us that there was an estimated 4-5 million viewers for this broadcast. Crazy!

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It’s always a tough challenge for a promoter to change the venue of a successful night. Driemanskap’s monthly spaza jam, Jukebox Sessions, had become so popular that it had outgrown the capacity of Ragazzi on Long Street – a move was necessary.

Driemanskap also had a heavy tour schedule which meant they had to postpone the re-launch at their new venue, Platinum Lounge, by a couple of months. After a reduced turn-out for the first event at the new venue, the crowd was back in full force for last Saturday’s jam that featured Ill Skills and iFani.

Ill Skills put on a tight show with a mixture of new material from Skills That Pay the Bills, as well as some crowd favourites from The Battle of Gugs compilation that had the everyone signing, “This one’s for you, and you!”. Gugs was most definitely in the building.

Driemanskap then tore up the stage with their trademark entrance of traditional chanting and foot stamping, before launching into a set that featured songs from their forthcoming album, Hlala Nam. The rowdy crowd were treated to a performance of One Day that could quite easily be the biggest hip hop track in SA in 2012. Driemanskap were then joined on stage by Macho, Kanyi, Uno, Planet Earth, Crosby and a gang of photographers to tear the roof off Platinum Lounge with an epic performance of their street hit, S’phum’eGugs. The energy was electric and the crowd went wild.

Last up was iFani who became known for his single Ewe earlier this year. He entertained the crowd with his combination of showmanship, humourous lyrics and ‘crenk’ beats.

Check out the whole set of 93 photos on Flickr or Facebook.

Follow Driemanskap on Twitter: @Driemanskap, or connect with them on their Facebook page.

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After taking a short break whilst on tour, Driemanskap have re-launched their massively successful monthly live event, Jukebox Sessions.

The event became so popular at the previous venue, Raggazzi, that hundreds of people were left disappointed outside, unable to get in because it was so overcrowded – you could feel the floorboards creaking under the weight. Jukebox Sessions has now moved to Platinum Lounge on Shortmarket Street, which is just around the corner from the original venue.

Driemanskap started the Jukebox Sessions as a platform to showcase the best in Cape Town hip hop. It is one of the few events in Cape Town to feature Spaza (vernacular) hip hop so heavily. The event has an intimate, ‘family’ atmosphere which is partly due to Kritsi’s hosting and unscripted comedy routines, where he regularly makes fun of the performers. The event is also a platform for up and coming artists to demonstrate their skills.

The latest instalment of Jukebox Sessions, on Saturday 3rd December, will feature iFani, who has become popular for his hilarious isiXhosa lyrics and infectious beats. His breakthrough hit, Ewe, has been on heavy rotation on TV and radio stations across South Africa. This will be his first performance in Cape Town.

Alongside iFani, expect performances by Ill Skills, Uzwi Kantu, Ma-B and Driemanskap. DJ Zwai and Beatology will be providing beats. Platinum Lounge is at 88 Shortmarket Street. R30 entrance.

If you want to experience Cape Town hip hop at its most raw, exciting and fun, make sure you don’t miss the next Jukebox Session. Check out the Facebook event page for more information.

Live:
Pure Solid
DJ Big Space
7FT Soundsystem

Selectors:
Blotchy
Fletcher

TONIGHT! 9th September
10pm-4am
Fiction (Long Street, Cape Town)
R40.

All Out Dub Facebook event page

For a taste of what you’ll be getting, check out Pure Solid live at Cold Turkey…

Pure Solid Live at Cold Turkey by PioneerUnit

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Having created a massively successful platform for spaza hip hop in Cape Town with their Jukebox Sessions events, Driemanskap are hitting the road to give the Eastern Cape a taste of their unique kasi flavour over 3 nights in 3 different locations.

After only six editions, Jukebox Sessions has become an iconic event in Cape Town hip hop. It has become so successful that Driemanskap have been forced to look for a larger venue to accommodate the massive crowds they have attracted.

In keeping with their philosophy of creating a platform for aspiring artists, Driemanskap will be featuring local musicians on the line up at all three Jukebox Sessions: Spring Hip Hop Bash events.

Driemanskap recently came into the public eye after the SABC 1′s primetime music show, Live, showed the video for their street hit, S’phum’eGugs. This was followed by a studio appearance on Live to perform, Camagu. Since then they have released a video for, I Will Make It, which was also featured on Live.

Event #1: Friday 9th September 2011 – East London
E Lounge
Buffalo City Stadium (formerly ABSA Stadium)
East London
R30 (before 11pm)
Doors open at 8pm

Event #2: Saturday 10th September 2011 – King William’s Town
Platinum Lounge
1 Grey St
King William’s Town
R30 (before 11pm)
Doors open at 8pm

Event #3: Sunday 11th September 2011 – Mdantsane
Cappello
Mdantsane City Mall
Mdantsane
R30 (before 11pm)
Doors open at 1pm

Check out the Facebook event page

For further information call:
Xolani: 076 484 3103
Chris: 071 174 6433

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Pure Solid is producer Dplanet and VJ spo0ky. Dplanet describes his musical style as ‘soundsytem music’, ‘robot army music (RAM)’ or ‘dark’. This sound has influences of dub, grime, Detroit techno, Chicago house, acid and hip hop. Dplanet is best known for his work with Ben Sharpa.

Pure Solid performed live at cult Cape Town bass music party Cold Turkey last Sunday. Check out their live set on the Mixcloud player below…

… or you can listen to, and download, the set on Soundcloud:

Pure Solid Live at Cold Turkey by PioneerUnit

Links
Pure Solid: The stuff soundclashes are made of… and then some (review)
Pure Solid profile
Pure Solid on Facebook
Follow Dplanet on Twitter
Follow spo0ky on Twitter
Cold Turkey on Facebook
Follow Cold Turkey on Twitter

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Driemanskap member Ma-B has announced that his mixtape Beats & Rhymes will be dropping on Monday 4th July 2011. The mixtape features Kanyi (now famous for her verse on Driemanskap’s hit S’phum’eGugs), Korianda, Uno from Ill Skills, Nahum and Dejavu. Production credits include Planet Earth, Beatology, El Nino (Driemanskap) and Mashonisa (Backyard).

Ma-B is launching Beats & Rhymes at a special edition of Jukebox Sessions at Ragazzi on Saturday 2nd July in Cape Town. The last Jukebox Sessions was INSANE so make sure you get there early or you might not get in – you’ve been warned! Check out the Facebook event page for further details.

Beats & Rhymes is going to be a free download but you will be able to buy copies of the CD at the event and through our online store for R50 (plus R25 for delivery anywhere in South Africa).

Beats & Rhymes Track List

01 Intro Ft. Redondo (02’08)
(S. Kambi / B. Nompetsheni)
Prod. Planet Earth
Recorded by Planet Earth at Planetarium Studios
Mixed by Dplanet at Pioneer Unit Studios, Cape Town

02 Interview Ft. Dla & Mashonisa (03’15)
(S. Kambi / D. Mancunga / M. Citashe)
Prod. Mashonisa
Additional Prod. Dplanet
Recorded by Mashonisa at Backyard Studios
Mixed by Dplanet at Pioneer Unit Studios, Cape Town

03 Nabaya (03’45)
(S. Kambi)
Prod. Beatology
Recorded by Dplanet at Pioneer Unit Studios, Cape Town
Mixed by Dplanet at Pioneer Unit Studios, Cape Town

04 Days of Our Lives Ft. Dejavu (04’08)
(S. Kambi / V. Ngemntu)
Prod. Beatology
Recorded by El Nino at Jah Bless Studios
Mixed by Dplanet at Pioneer Unit Studios, Cape Town

05 This Is Why I’m Hot (Skit) (01’28)
(S. Kambi)
Prod. The Blackout Movement
Recorded by Dplanet at Pioneer Unit Studios, Cape Town
Vocals mixed by Dplanet at Pioneer Unit Studios, Cape Town

06 Abakwazi Abakwenzayo (03’58)
(S. Kambi)
Prod. El Nino
Additional Prod. Dplanet
Recorded by El Nino at Jah Bless Studios
Mixed by Dplanet at Pioneer Unit Studios, Cape Town

07 Survival Ft. Uno, Korianda & Nahum (05’43)
(S. Kambi / U. July / P. Cuba / T. Deke)
Prod. El Nino
Additional Prod. Dplanet
Recorded by El Nino at Jah Bless Studios
Mixed by Dplanet at Pioneer Unit Studios, Cape Town

08 Forever (Skit) (01’37)
(S. Kambi)
Prod. Boi-1da
Recorded by Dplanet at Pioneer Unit Studios, Cape Town
Vocals mixed by Dplanet at Pioneer Unit Studios, Cape Town

09 Hands to the Sky (04’24)
(S. Kambi)
Prod. Planet Earth
Recorded by Planet Earth at Planetarium Studios
Mixed by Dplanet at Pioneer Unit Studios, Cape Town

10 This Is Wrong Ft. Kanyi (03’18)
(S. Kambi / K. Mavi)
Prod. Kanye West
Vocals Recorded by El Nino at Jah Bless Studios
Mixed by Dplanet at Pioneer Unit Studios, Cape Town

11. Outro (05’26)
(S. Kambi)
Prod. Mashonisa
Recorded by Mashonisa at Backyard Studios
Mixed by Mashonisa at Backyard Studios

All tracks mastered by Dplanet at Pioneer Unit Studios

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This Friday (24th June) all roads lead to Zula Sound Bar on Long Street for Kenzhero’s Party People featuring an all-star Pioneer Unit line-up.

See you there!

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Butan Wear and The Cross Trainer Present an Exclusive CD Signing and Meet ‘n Greet with Driemanskap.

Date: Saturday 21st May
Time: 12:00 – 14:00
Place: Cross Trainer, Store 207 LL Canal Walk, Century City, Cape Town.
Price: FREE

Come through and get a signed copy of Driemanskap’s album, Igqabhukil’ Inyongo (or bring your own copy to be signed). Have your photo taken with the boys for your Facebook profile or your cellphone, or just hang out.

Meet ‘n Greet Facebook event page.

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Tomorrow (Wednesday 27th April) all roads lead to the Back to the City in Newtown, Johannesburg.

Back to the City is South Africa biggest and best hip hop festival, bringing together hip hop artists of all styles – from underground lyricists to the best known stars. The organisers are expecting up to the 10,000 people coming together for the love of hip hop – it’s a beautiful thing.

The line up is crazy this year (and way too long to list here) but Driemanskap and Rattex will be representing Pioneer Unit and Cape Town to the fullest. R60 gets you in – 14 hours of hip hip heaven. Don’t miss out!

Back to the City website
Back to the City Facebook group

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