Dj Adrian has been deejaying for the last 12 years and is known as one of the most accomplished dj’s in Africa.

Having played in most of the popular clubs in Africa and the hottest events e.g. the MTV Africa awards as well as having toured extensively in Africa, Europe, US and Asia and Australia, DJ ADRIAN is known for his electrifying sets.

After thrilling his funs in August on his second tour of Australia he is now back due to public demand. DJ Adrian in conjunction with Kenya’s no1 Radio Station 98.4 Capital FM, are turning up the heat this summer is one of the greatest African Afterparties to hit the East Coast of Australia.

In Addition to Dj  Adrian, we are proud to announce very best of East Africa’s artists NAMELESS (named East Africa’s most popular artist), WYRE (Kenya’s reggae ambassador) and DJ PINYE (East Africa’s Number one DJ) who will be performing at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre on November 26 from 7pm. 

The artists will also be in town at the same time as the HSBC Rugby Sevens Tournament, with the Kenyan Rugby team competing for the prestigious trophy. After the tournament NAMELESS, WYRE and DJ PINYE will kick off the celebrations and festivities of the weekend with an electrifying 4 hour performance for all their fans and friends.

This will be followed by the After 7s After Party at Billy’s Beach House where friends will party from 11pm till wee hours of the morning (first release tickets will include complimentary entry to the after party) “This is a rare occasion when Africans and fans alike get together and enjoy our culture and appreciate our music, IT’S A SHOW NOT TO BE MISSED!” 

By: Kenyans in Queensland

Zimfest Brisbane 2011
Saturday 24th September

3.30pm – 11pm

West Brisbane Bulldogs Rugby Club

Sylvan Road, Toowong, Brisbane

Zimfest Brisbane is finally back in 2011!! Extending an invitation to all Zimbos, Saffas, fellow Africans and any Aussies feeling brave enough!! 

So dig out you old Zim flag and dust of off your vellies and come join us for an afternoon and evening filled with live bands and Zimbabwean music, food, drinks, a street market and plenty plus Zimbo jorling!

Castle, Savannas, boerewors and biltong!!!

For more information and to purchase TICKETS please visit our website: http://www.zimfestlive.com?/?page_id=1030
Or check out our facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ken.legend#!/event.php?eid=193699704004382

This is a family event so all ages are welcome, however underages must be accompanied by a guardian.

All proceeds from funds raised will be donated to charities in Zimbabwe.

Any businesses interested in having a stall at the street market or in sponsoring the event please contact suzierobinson@zimfestlive.com or jackierobinson@zimfestlive.com

By: Suzie Robinson

Sunday,  26th June @ Annerley Soccer Club Fields, Ridge and Juliette Sts, Annerley

10am-6pm Cost FREE 

By: Diana Lopes

The 5 Lands Walk is a FREE community event taking place in June on the Central Coast.

Our local African community will be leading the hospitality at Copacabana Beach.

The 5 Lands Walk is a FREE event beginning at MacMaster Beach and finishing at Terrigal (approx 9 km, rated a moderately easy walk).

This event has been designated Regional Flagship status from Tourism NSW.

Each of the lands (beaches) along the way will host a different ethnic community providing participants with a unique insight into their culture. 

The ethnic communities to be hosted by the 5 Lands in 2011 are

·         MacMasters Beach – Italian

·         Copacabana – Africa

·         Avoca beach – Maori & Fijian

·         North Avoca – Filipino

·         Terrigal – Greek

Full details of the event can be found at www.5landswalk.com.au and overnight Walk & Wildlife Packages are available from $31* per person.  *Conditions apply and are detailed on www.visitcentralcoast.com.au.

Bus transfers are also available for people looking for a day trip out of Sydney. Details on www.5landswalk.com.au.

By: Leeanne

The Sowers Group are currently touring Australia with their contemporary East African Gospel grooves and traditional rhythms from Rwanda, D.R. Congo and Tanzania, their vocal sound is as rich as their message is vital. 

These guys have an astonishing personal story of escaping conflict and surviving war.  They have moved from country to country (learning 8 languages along the way) in an attempt to leave behind the poverty of their upbringing and to inspire thousands with their music and message.  

The Sowers Group are in Australia for 3 weeks and are performing around Melbourne the 13th – 15th May, Syd/Newcastle the weekend 22nd May & Brisbane the 29th May with regional areas in between as well. Please go to www.translatorrecords for full details and don’t miss this opportunity to come and dance to the joyful music of East Africa.

By: Kathy Johnston

Two forces join as one

Three massive rooms of the BIGGEST burning conscious reggae and blazing dancehall vibes seen this year

Georgemack Productions combine with foundation Brisbane sound crew Rhythm Collision to takeover The Valley entertainment precinct and present for one night only the BIGGEST session of burning conscious reggae vibes and blazing dancehall seen this year in their 3rd annual reggae dancehall explosion

Three massive areas, one running reggae, one running dancehall and the other a mix at the same time. So if people want they can enjoy reggae all night or dancehall all night or both

Jamaican and African food available all night

Head of the Ghetto Fire Crew, Zimbabwe’s Ras George, director of Georgemack Productions, a renowned music, dance, theatre producer/choreographer and a massive identity within the African community in Brisbane and involved with the organisation of highly successful events such as the Zimbabwe Independence Day Soccer Tournament After Party, the Ragga Ragga series, African Communities Festival and Raggamuffin Dancehall Clash. He is also the force behind Ghetto Fire Radio

Brisbane foundation sound, Rhythm Collision, have organised big shows in Brisbane such as the Boom Shot series, Bob Marley Birthday Bashes and Dub Day Afternoon. They have supported outernationl reggae artists such as Chaka Demus & Pliers, Luciano, Ritchie Spice, Bushman, Jah Mason and Tippa Irie as well as showcase performances in The Boiler Room of Australia’s largest music festival – Big Day Out. With selecta Basmati of 4ZZZFM reggae dancehall Radio show The Yard Saturdays 2-4pm alongside Zimbabwean MC Cotts Peppler

Charismatic MC Sunny Dread, recently returned from a journey to Jamaica and having just released his new album Mo Life is definitely a performer to catch at this event lifting up the vibes at any reggae danechall session

Bellyas a selecta originally from Melbourne and also part of the all female crew Housewifes Choice and was a regular at many of Melbourne’s reggae dancehall dances such as I Love Dancehall, More Fire, Ring The Alarm and Pressure Drop

King Krazy now based in Byron Bay after having spend the last 2 1/2 years in Melbourne becoming an intergral part of it’s reggae dancehall scene at club nights such as More Fire, Ring The Alarm and Pressure Drop. King Krazy has also shared the bill with international reggae artists such as Chaka Demus & Pliers, Jah Mason, Richie Spice, Bushman, Luciano, Mikey General, Ricky Trooper, Tippa Irie & Mikey Boops

DJ Feel Good originally from the UK under the name DJ Bluetooth and inspired by the likes of Jezzy Jeff started deejaying in clubs at 19. After that he made a move to Malaysia playing at big clubs such as China White Titanium, Hope & Grapes and Tree House then moved to Australia running a show on Gove FM before settling in Brisbane

DJ Wade is originally from Seaview Gardens, Kingston Jamaica, home of Elephant Man, Bounty Das Vibes (Jamaica/Germany/Australia) as well as involved with running www.dancehallreggae.com.au

Gregwise is originally from Cape Town, South Africa has always been passionate about reggae music and has been fortunate enough to travel the world picking up vinyl as he went. He started collecting records in the late 80’s and the vinyl fascination has stayed with him ever since

DJ Terry Moyaz known for his dancehall remix style rocks the dancefloor at whatever reggae dancehall session he plays at. Is a favorite in the African community with the ladies for this distinctive mixing style and blending of beats

 Takeover area:

The Step Inn – the whole ground floor with 3 soundsystem areas

186 Brunswick Street, The Valley

Online tickets: www.greentix.com.au

9pm til morning $15 entry

By: Basmati Kassar