Mo-Entertainment: October 2014

Thursday, 30 October 2014

In The Purple Seat: ABSINTHE (feat. Cito & Paul E Flynn) in Sandton for One Night Only!

Absinthè is the acoustic rock collaboration between two of the country's finest powerhouse performers; Cito and Paul E Flynn; lead singers of WONDERboom and Sugardrive. They have been teasing the South Africa audiences with very select shows from their group, Absinthè, over the past few years, taking them on an elaborate musical journey.

Absinthè perfectly embodies the spirit of the project with a simple concept. No originals, just covers

Cito and Paul have taken an informal approach to some of their favourite songs from the last century. The duo is a laid-back fusion of two unique and diverse voices accompanied by both on acoustic guitars. Intended to charm those in an unplugged environment, Absinthè has entertained music lovers with an awesome show of great alternative classics to contemporary favourites.

Through jamming together, Cito and Paul found that they had similar taste in music. They thought it’d be a unique concept to keep them busy and having fun interpreting mutually admired songs by their great legendary influences such as Joy Division, the Verve, Pixies, Placebo, House of Love, Coldplay, Depeche Mode, Johnny Cash, The Mission and many others. Cito and Paul have chosen this format to pay tribute to a way of life, and some great music, with their own unique signature.

Taken from their Double CD debut album "A Rendezvous at Nirvana", 2012 saw the group release their long-awaited Music Video for the Joy Division hit, "Love Will Tear Us Apart" to a great response and culminated in an MK Award Nomination last year.

Watch the video, here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=x2C1Tz4aD5M

Says Cito, "We have been eyeing out The Library for a while, and as Paul and I have a great comaraderie on stage, we believe the venue is ideally suited for the Absinthè intimate experience. I really dig the library bookshelf backdrop, as it will make us look intellectual and well-read. It’s also been a while since we’ve performed as Absinthè in Joburg so we're look forward to hitting the stage again."

Should the patrons wish to, The Library also has an extensive a-la-carte menu for guests to enjoy a meal along with the inclusion of this beguiling music experience, thus ensuring it will be an evening not easily forgotten by those in attendance.

ABSINTHE will be performing on Thursday 20 November at The Library at The Brazen Head in Sandton.

Cover Charge : R50 payable at the door
Doors open at 7pm with Absinthe kicking their performance off at 8pm.
Advanced bookings are essential as its expected this evening will sell out ahead of time.
Bookings are to be made with The Library at The Brazen Head directly by calling 011 783 6122

By Ghia ten Doeschate

In The Purple Seat: The Dining Room

Due to its popular demand, AFICIONADO POP-UP BAR has teamed up with foodie lover and caterer, Sasha Sonnenberg of Prep’ed By Sasha to bring you The Dining Room experience once again.

Together with Sasha, The Dining Room gives you a reason to reward yourself after a busy week with tasty drinks, mouth-watering food and lengthy conversation.

Expect to have your taste buds blown away with a 6 course fine dining menu that consists of starters like the Greek salad granita and deconstructed Taco. Mains include the 48 Hour Ron Zacapa Braised
Beef Short Rib and dessert is the Liquid Popcorn with caramel froth and
the Tres Leches (From Spanish, “Three Milks Cake”)

The Dining Room runs from the 30th October to the 13th December. This is
a semi-private pop-up restaurant in a pop-up bar with no more than 36
guests wining and dining at one time.

Definitely something worth experiencing!

By Ghia ten Doeschate

Friday, 10 October 2014

In The Purple Seat: Dermologica

So this is our first ever review, so bear with me if it's a little on the rough side.

I was lucky enough to have been involved with two Dermologica events, which exposed me to their products and how it works.

Dermologica is a skin care range with a difference- the provide an individualized approach as opposed to a blanket approach. What this means is that the treatment is made to suit the needs of your skin specifically, and they do this by mapping your skin.

An example of a face map

The process is quick and easy, you are asked a few questions about your skin cleaning habits while they examine your skin- it doesn't take more than 15 minutes. Afterwards they will write you a "perscription" and give you some samples to try.

A "script" templete

And here comes the fun part: getting to use the product! The instructions are simple and I assure you, they work!

I followed the treatment regimin and within the first wash session, I saw visible results. Skin appeared clearer and less dry. I have definately found a skin care range that has changed my skin and my life. Okay, the price is a bit higher than your average face wash but it is definatly worth it.

By Ghia ten Doeschate

Thursday, 9 October 2014

Dermologica: Anni King and Tusc events

On Wednesday the Anni King label launched their popup store in Rosebank's Dermologica store- Displaying their 2014/2015 summer range- the most beautiful leather handbags you have ever seen ! Not to mention the free skin mapping and consultation.

They will be at Rosebank again this weekend, so do yourself a favour and go have a look at what's on display.

Tusc in Sandton City also joined in the festivities, launching Dermologica's new BioSurface Peel, a less dramatic approach to having a Skin Peel, with almost not side effects! Stevie French explained the new product and also provided a live demo, which made from a very interesting day.

By Ghia ten Doeschate

Brazouka

The story of a fisherboy who is discovered by a talent scout in his village in Brazil. The show portrays his struggles and success, through dance! The dancers were absolutely stunning, with bodies that would make anyone weak at the knees.

Braz Dos Santos, the former fisherboy, stars in the play and is full of life and ready to have a good time.

Listen to the audio here.

By Ghia ten Doeschate

SEXPO 2014

The title says it all... Whether you are sexually promiscuous or just curious, Sexpo caters to all kinds of needs, and is even a platform to raise awareness of human trafficking and child pornography. Catch the interviews here.

By Ghia ten Doeschate

Peace Starts

In honour of International Peace Day on 21 September, Colab Network hosted it's annual Peace Starts event at Heia Safari. From amazing artists to thought provoking speeches, it was definitely a day worth being a part of.

You can catch our show, together with the interviews from the day, here.