Check out this brand new video by Jaak. It’s the first video from his new album, ‘Galant’ which is coming out later this year. The track is called ‘Bravo Papa’ and is based on the real-life story of crooked cops who were busted in Paarl, as reported in the Paarl newspapers.
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Show that you’re a Pioneer Unit soldier with our brand new high-quality embroidered plain-backed (sew-on) badges of the Pioneer Unit shield.
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The badges are fully machine washable and totally colour fast, these badges will NOT fade.
Badges are 5.5cm (width) x 7cm (height).
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Back in April, Pioneer Unit was invited to take part in the ‘After Dark‘ sessions at the SAE Institute in Cape Town. Hipe supplied a banger and Ben took care of business, dropping verses on the subject of ‘fallen heroes’.
SAE have released the project which consists of a track and a promo video. The track is called ‘I Remember’ and is dedicated to fallen heroes of all kinds.
Here’s the video…
Here’s the track, it’s FREE to download…
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Pioneer Unit and our partners Butanwear are proud supporters of the #PlayLocalOrDie campaign which aims to push a patriotic agenda by celebrating South African arts and culture. As part of Butan’s commitment to this campaign, they have partnered with Shesha Stores across the country to make local music CDs available in all their outlets. Driemanskap’s classic first album, Igqabhukil’ Inyongo, will be among the first CDs to be available at all Shesha outlets for the next four months.
The CDs will be prominently displayed in all Shesha outlets and the music will be played on the store’s sound system. By supporting this campaign you will be doing your bit to ensure the viability of proudly South African businesses. Get yourself down to your local Shesha store and while you’re buying your Butan gear, cop yourself a Driemanskap CD.
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Driemanskap’s CD will be available at the following Shesha Stores…
The Zone
Shop FF21
The Zone
Oxford Road
Rosebank
Johannesburg
The Glen
Shop 6
The Glen Mall
50 Del Erven
Cnr. Orpen and Lethaba Str.
Oakdale
Eastgate
Shop L1 AB Level HH
Eastgate Shopping Centre
43 Bradford Avenue
Bedfordview
Sandton
Shop L313
Sandton City Shopping Centre
Cnr Rivonia Rd and 5th Street
Sandhurst Ext 3
Sandton, JHB
Menlyn
Shop UF 80
Menlyn Park Shopping Centre
Cnr Atterbury Rd and Lois Ave
Pretoria
Canal Walk
Shop 271
Canal Walk Shopping Centre
Century City
Milnerton
Cape Town
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Driemanskap have released their first new track in over 2 years. The group have been working hard in the studio cooking up a massive follow-up album to their first release, ‘Igqabhukil’ Inyongo’. The new album is going to be called ‘Hlala Nam’ and is expected later this year. The new track is called ‘Izulu Lelam’ which translates as ‘heaven is mine’.
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Ben Sharpa is due to release his second full length solo album in May through French label, Jarring Effects. The project is called 4th Density Light Show or 4DLS for short – it sees him collaborate with audio visual electro-dub crew Pure Solid, both in studio and live. Check out the album artwork…
Ben Sharpa and Pure Solid kick off their first international tour together by opening for Roots Manuva in Tourcoing (France) on 23rd April. The final date is at IOMMA Festival in Reunion Island on 30th May. Stay tuned for full tour details.
Before the release of 4DLS, Ben Sharpa will be dropping an 8 track EP called The Transition. It features John Robinson, Siete Nueve, Gin-i Grindith, Snazz the Dictator, Ootz tha Afronaut and Tebz. Production by Beatology, Hipe, Kanife and Dplanet.
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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.
Pioneer Unit Records is proud to announce that we have signed a publishing agreement with Sheer Publishing. From now on they will be looking after all our local and international intellectual property rights.
Pioneer Unit still welcomes direct contact from anyone interested in using our music for any purpose. You can also contact our new copyright adminstrator at Sheer, Mpumi Phillips at publishing7@sheer.co.za
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Driemanskap will not longer we travelling to Washington DC to take part in the 8th Annual SA Week. Having been on standby since Sunday waiting for the promoter to finalise travel arrangements, Driemanskap finally gave up hope of making the journey yesterday when the promoter could not be contacted.
SA Week is a 7 day event held in Washington DC to celebrate South African culture and heritage through music, art, cuisine and fashion. It aims to create an opportunity for South African artists and musicians to showcase their talents. Driemanskap were due to perform at a music extravaganza on 24th September featuring Hugh Masekela, Ray Phiri, Stimela, BLK JKS, Thandiswa & Nomsa Mazwai, Lorraine Klaasen and Black Coffee.
Driemanskap are bitterly disappointed to be missing out on this prestigious opportunity, but assured their fans and supporters that they will not allow this small setback to discourage them.
Ma-B posted the following message on Facebook
SAD NEWS! Some of y’all must have seen this on Dla’s status but i also owe 2 all of those who prayed & wished us a safe & a fruitful journey. Thank u but y’all deserve 2know that the USA trip is no longer happening. We found out the hard & disturbing way, but it’s only gonna make us stronger.
Redondo posted the following message on his Facebook page:
Okwenzekileyo kuyafana nokudaliweyo, kungakuninzi endikuluzileyo kukwakuninzi nendikufundileyo. 2 al dem 3manskap wellwisherz i b-live uv already heard wat happened about da u.s. trip, as much as al we r dissapointed bt only GOD knowz why. anyway life goes on nd asoze aphele amandla. aluta continua!!! nd 2 much luv 4 ur support, CAMAGU!!!
Pioneer Unit would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their messages of support. You can rest assured that there will be many other opportunities for Driemanskap to expose their talent to the rest of the world. For now, Driemanskap will continue to focus on creating more great music.
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