AYISECACE! Circus at SA music awards

Some of the celebs at this year's SAMAs.

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AYISECACE! This past weekend our sangoma and the crew of World on Press took the indoor sky trip to Monte something.... heavy traffic blogged seen from outside of the venue. It took us more than fifteen minutes looking for the actual venue. Saw on the door Kuli Roberts of Headline. Sisi are you growing grey hair or was that real diamonds on your plain shave? AYISECACE! She grabs every celeb from the red carpet... meant yellow plastic carpet. Give us some chance, it’s our time. Thanks to Heineken, for the overflowing drinks on VIP court. Sipokazi- attached to the hubby,. At last we get to see who she goes to bed with.


Not only Loyiso Bala can sing, he can talk nonstop. Boy! Teach Zwai how to make sense. Maybe Melanie got something to do. Saw a group of five boys with Summer Sun glasses” it’s SAMA” not Summers boys. When Ntsiki and the little forever smiles Nomsa Mazwai came in, it felt like Eastern Cape- at some ritual or traditional ceremony of Fikile Mbalula. Who is the colored-Koi and San looking chic you were with? Maybe I will ask Kuli Roberts she is famous with colored people.

The show went on with live performances by Nomsa Mazwai, who seems to have Sunday school teacher manners. Well done sis Ntsiki for being the cutest and neatest Mazwai child. Maybe your sister will learn the best. Where were you Thandiswa this past weekend? Or boycott the SAMAs like Putuma, Asanda Bam, Phinda and Simpiwe Dana did? They were not in this year’s scene. What happended to Lira? Relo of Gift of life fame- never again present any award, stay in your singing career. I did sleep whilst she was presenting or something. Ama Zion collaboration with the Afrikaans boy and Sipokazi both nights 2 minutes stage appearances, great stuff. The producers really can noodle artists. Friday night bar was closed immediately after the awards, the after party live on stage with Nothende, so confused on stage. Uju did a rendition of Lebo Mathosa and Trompies. Took us back in the days and expose our age. Imagine Fohloza trying the late Mathosa moves. Freshlyground outside public viewing stage went wild with only less than 20 fans. Organizers next time please go to Alex and Soweto for free entry tickets give away.


The main yellow Carpet event, we got in at the back door, we were not sure which side of the tent to enter. Only when security chased us away we found ourselves at the VIP tent with a small yellow carpet and some few celebs. Saw Uyanda Mbuli looking confused...maybe she was trying to write her CV. Fat Albert Akhumzi get a perfect size next time. One size not fits all for you! Who is the white old rag chic you hang with these days? Kwela Tebza must be Gay by now. I do not care who says what. Oh the Gay social network goddess- Vusi Nogxa finally stops smiling at everything, now he’s a real celeb, no more fake smiles. How is your husband bhuti? AYISECACE! Have you relocated for good?


We took a sho’ left to the smoking area saw Loctinville (excuse my typo) Boys looking like lost soul. Love their sudden British accent, are you boys AWB members? The winners included Stimela, Ray Phiri who got us into tears, Professor and some SWAT team who reminded us of American thriller movie, even Kwela Tebza gets to win.
Saturday supposedly main event night went dead and chaotic with the nonstop late arrival of guests. Saw Juju ntwana- looking very warm in the tent. Saw Kenny Kunene with a net on his face. Most of the Mzansi‘s Music celebs were not in attendance due to high price ticket sale. Yes this year’s tickets were on sale both for after party and gala night. A grand gets you in. Somizi made a foolish joke about Mama Rebecca Malope. Miss bling- I saw your mom other day at some function and Lilian Dube pointed out “When I see Mary Twala I see the end... I do not want to be at that age.” Lilian dube speaks. How true is that? Siphendule makazi? Lira must have just wake up and forgot to comb the 40’s hairstyle, was that natural blow out or relaxed cat hair. Love PJ Powers Tandeka’s groove and isishwapa for life. AYISECACE!


The awards ceremony was boring we even took a quick nap and woke up with some Gay look alike live performance by Zakes Bantwini. Boy not only you save the SAMA 17 with the only real performance, it was not proudly South African act. Ask Die aanword for creativity. Send our greeting to Black Coffee.Bonang and Fat Joe- Trevor Noah must be craze for job not well done. Next time try to talk more about music in SA.

Without wasting any time here are some TWITTERICACILE have to say about the SAMAs:

1. I feel you bra, BORING! SAMA 17 .... goes down as the WORST in the history of the awards!! #boring!
2. SAMA 17 .... goes down as the WORST in the history of the awards!!
3. K tooo many mistakes are being made at these awards!!no no no did they not rehearse? #SAMA 17
4. Is Hellen Zille part of the organizing committee for the SAMA 17 awards? Why so many white performers? AYISECACE!

And the Nominees are... AYISECACE!

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The results of the nominees for the 17th Annual MTN South African Awards were officially announced as of last night.

With a lengthy judging and auditing process due to the record-breaking amounts of entries received from albums released over the past year, the results brought celebration to the SA recording industry once again.
The premium glitzy venues La Toscana and Beira Alta Restaurant in Montecasino played host to this years star-studded annual industry party that kicks off the MTN SAMA17 celebrations. A glamorous yellow carpet celebrity affair, the party saw the cream of South African music stars, celebrities, recording industry executives and top media from across the country celebrate the news in style.

The Annual MTN South African Music Awards Nominees party has traditionally been known as the most exclusive party in the music industry and this year was no exception. The top releasing artists of 2010 were all present to witness their names being announced to be part of the African continents largest musical award show.
RiSA is excited about the new developments. “MTN SAMA17 is set to turn Montecasino into Music City for one weekend and yet again deliver as SA music’s biggest night. We are thrilled by the lineup of top recording artists nominated for The 17th Annual MTN South African Music Awards and hosting this year’s nominees as we head into SAMA weekend.”

The headline sponsor MTN stated “As a proud supporter of South African music, MTN is committed to recognising and promoting local musicians with both raw and established talent. We further want to ensure the continued development, growth, and sustainability of South Africa’s vibrant home-grown music industry across all genres.

We are proud of all South African musicians especially those who have been nominated in the MTN SAMAs. We wish them all the best for the big event,” says, Natasha Basson, Acting General Manager for Brand and Communications at MTN South Africa.



The nominees for the 17th Annual MTN South African Music Awards are:

Thess are some of the noninees

Best Traditional/African Adult Contemporary African DVD
Benjamin Dube – Worship In His Presence with Benjamin Dube
Dorothy Masuku and Friends – Live at Mandela Theatre
Stimela – Live In Concert: 30 years
Uche – Live At Lyric Theatre
Worship House – Project 7 It Is Well With My Soul

Best Urban DVD
Nhlanhla Nciza - Live At The Joy Of Jazz
Teargas 101 – Teargas 101 Live
Thandiswa – Dance Of The Forgotten Free


Remix Of The Year
Danny K – Made To Love You
Flash Republic – In The Name Of Dance (Roger Goode & Tinky’s Electro Boogie Mix)
Louise Carver – These Days (Ryan Dent Mix)
Nothende – Got to Go
Stimela – Turn On The Sun



Best Adult Contemporary Album: African
Siphokazi – Ethembeni
Skipper Tshabalala – Bekezela
Stimela – A Lifetime
Thandiswa – The Forgotten Free – Live in concert
Vusi Mahlasela – Say Africa


Best African Contemporary Gospel Album
Benjamin Dube – Worship In His Presence
Group – Spirit Of Praise Vol 3
Mthunzi Namba – Mercy Live In Durban
Uche – Live At Lyric Theatre
Worship House – Worship House Project 7 - It Is Well With My Soul

Best African Traditional Gospel Album
Deborah – Awunasabelo
Kh***ka – Siyakuvuma
Lundi – Uhambo Lwami (My Journey)
Rebecca Malope – Uzohamba Nami
Sechaba – Thank You




Best Alternative Music Album: African
Mwaba Na Nseka – One World
Ndzingah - 1976
Nomsa Mazwai – Nomisupa
Rudi Mbele – Celebration In The Motherland
Uju – Free


Best Pop Album: African
Camagu – Camagu
Patricia Majalisa – Epatini
Rhythmic Elements – Bandorondoro - Ancestors
Speedy & Stoan – Second Son Rise
Theo Kgosinkwe – Grateful


Best Urban Pop Album
Chomee – Fly The Flag
Ernie B St. Clair – I Am Universal
Howza – World Premier
Kwela Tebza – Gauteng Made In South Africa/Mzansi
Ntombi Ngcobo – African Sexy


Best Urban Dance Album
DJ Kent – I Can’t Survive
Giggs Superstar – Deep House Chronicles 4
Liquideep – Fabrics Of The Heart
Tumelo – Arise and Shine
Zakes Bantwini – Love, Light & Music


Best R&B/Neo-Soul Album
Blackkurrant – Urban Soul
Bryce Anderson – Music In My Life
Leanne – The Journey
TXL - Three
Verd – Verd

Best Rap Album
Amu – The Principal
Kwesta – Special Rekwest
Slikour – Ventilation Volume 3 (VV3)
Tuks Senganga - Tshwanelo
Tumi & The Volume – Pick a Dream

Best Kwaito Album
L’vovo Derrango – Irresistible
Mandoza – Real Deal
Professor – University Of Kalawa Jazmee
Sosha – 745 Mission
Thebe – Mujomba


Male Artist of the year

DJ Kent – I Can’t Survive
Loyiso Bala – Full Circle
Professor – University Of Kalawa Jazmee
Theo Kgosinkwe – Grateful
Zakes Bantwini – Love, Light & Music

Female Artist of the year
Karen Zoid - Terms & Conditions
Louise Carver – Look To The Edge
Nianell – Sand & Water - Live & More
Siphokazi – Ethembeni
Thandiswa – The Forgotten Free – Live In Concert

Duo/Group of the year
Flash Republic – Killer Moves
Kwela Tebza – Gauteng Made In South Africa/Mzansi
Liquideep – Fabrics Of The Heart
Prime Circle – Jekyll & Hyde
Tumi & The Volume – Pick a Dream

Newcomer of the year
Jay – Solo
Kwesta – Special Rekwest
Liquideep – Fabrics Of The Heart
Locnville – Sun In My Pocket
Nomsa Mazwai - Nomisupa


Record of the year

Alone – Liquideep
Breathing – Prime Circle
Bum Bum – Zakes Bantwini
Dreamer – Arno Carstens
Fire Is Low – Freshly Ground
Get Busy Living – Goldfish
Hobie Beach – Kinky Robot
Imoto – Professor
It's A Party – Jozi
Lovesick – The Arrows
Love You Better (w/ Rue-Groove) – Crazy White Boy
Mama (w/ Ringo) – Black Coffee
Ngisemthanda (w/ Joocy, DJ Tira & Dr Duda) – DJ CNDO
Potoko (w/ Juice Matute) – DJ Mahoota
Show Dem (w/ HHP) – JR
Turn Up The Volume – Auriol Hays
Twisted – Crash Car Burn
Warrior – Louise Carver
Woza – Jaziel Brothers
Wrong For You – Loyiso

Album of the year
Flash Republic – Killer Moves
Liquideep – Fabrics Of The Heart
Prime Circle – Jekyll & Hyde
Professor – University Of Kalawa Jazmee
Zakes Bantwini – Love, Light & Music

AYISECACE. The MTN SAMA17 will be held over the weekend of the 20th and 21st May 2011 in a spectacular showcase hosted by the new venue partners Montecasino in Fourways, Johannesburg.

AYISECACE: Weekend Special.

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This past weekend downtown Johanesburg was my hometown blooming Johannesburg Fashion Week and the crowning of Miss Sunbabe. It all started on Friday with my late arrival at the Bus Factory in Nutown at the fashion show of Bongiwe Walaza. Bongiwe Walaza bored us with her opening voice over, sounded like the 80’s nurse with a cap on. I only went to witness her print fabrics as always. The venue was on its capacity with the standing side full of gays and fashion goddess with some heavymen hairdo and fake fabrics to kill for. Bongi Ngema Zuma- first lady did late arrival with Mrs Motsepe who looks as if she just came from a late night out with friends.


Across the road Turbin Hall, beauty was flowing at the Crowing of Miss Sunbabe, attended by socialites and few celebrities, Tsidi of Malaika and Amstel looked cool in their soft fabric outfit. Tsidi with her Soweto haircut, a typical township magogo. Thato “Nicholas” the new kid from Generation is well received by Daily Sun readers... you can tell. Moving down this year Thula Sindi’s showcase at JFW a revelation of what is to come in the fashion industry. David Tlale should learn a think or two than being lazy to design.


Most Sundays people go to church some to fish men whilst others to make money. Melrose Arch Madame Zingare was the venue for this year’s SAFTAs first leg. The long VIP Red Carpet was too bright for some of us. Please organisers next time cut it short as there were no hire a crowd outside. It was quiet as if some great actor died though it meant to celebrate Mzansi‘s Film and TV muse. The venue reminded me of countryside old pub with everything inside including the fake outdoor rag of old extra large under wears. The stage was like the size of my grandmother’s favourite coffee table. Mica Stefano must have be the interior decor at Madame Zingare, the place has him written all over including the costume worn by the waiters. Guests were treated in style on the arrival and waiters themed into white characters such as country girl’s cowboys. Bored by co MC, Thami Ngubeni’s ear rings. Beautiful dress I must say. Next time do not put on tomato shape ear ring. I almost suffocated by 3 tons of fun ladies over singing and oversized. Love you big mamas but next time please work your voices.


This weekend second session of the 5th SAFTAs promises to be the best, though the venue is too small do not say I didn’t warn you bring your first aid kit you might need it. Catch us next time. AYISECACE!