Wednesday, March 14, 2012
RAMFest 2012
Wow! Ramfest was epic!
It took place on probably one of the hottest days of the year, I hear temperatures were soaring above 38 degrees! I had a special water cup reserved just for pouring over myself.
My highlights were
*Newtown Knife Gang. I knew they were going to be epic! Their stage presence was amazing. They probably got the worst time slot, 13h00ish, as it was baking by then, I could hardly stand to be in direct sunlight.
*Hog Hoggidy Hog - So good to see the boys back in Cape Town. The moshpit was dusty and dangerous as always, pretty sweaty too, I steered well clear of that one.
*AWOLNation - Such a surprise! I was convinced that I wouldn't enjoy these guys, what I found on YouTube was quite indie and eighties sounding. Their sound is hardcore with a really strange tinge to it. Weirdo's Hard Rock is how I describe it.
*The Narrow - Awesome as always. These South African legends rock so hard. I lose my face every time. What a perfect build up to In Flames
*Fokofpolisiekar - I was impressed. I'm not normally a Fokof fan, and I haven't actually seen a show of their's in years. The huge crowd during their performance was a clear indication of the love this band 's fans have for them.
The lineup was superb this year, and there was a much bigger turnout then I had expected.
KIEF:
The awesome, awesome lineup. R350 for all those bands, what a deal
The free purified water. What a lifesaver. Backstage we had free bottled water.
The kickass MC. Anyone know his name?
CRAP:
The fact that it took place on a Sunday. There were many people I spoke to who didn't party as hard as they would have liked to. Who wants to drive back home after a festival? Also, a lot of people had work the next day, and no one likes a hangover on a Monday
The lack of shade - It was literally boiling hot, and I actually expected to see some passed out dehydrated people, but luckily not. The two beer tents were full and really warm, not much relief from the Karoo sun
R350 for a one day event. A little expensive, but on the other hand a great deal for all those bands. I'm not sure I would have gone if I didn't have a free ticket.
All in all, I had a kick ass time. I was very grateful that I didn't have work at 9am Monday morning.
I came home dusty, hot, exhausted but so euphoric.
Cheers Ramfest
It took place on probably one of the hottest days of the year, I hear temperatures were soaring above 38 degrees! I had a special water cup reserved just for pouring over myself.
My highlights were
*Newtown Knife Gang. I knew they were going to be epic! Their stage presence was amazing. They probably got the worst time slot, 13h00ish, as it was baking by then, I could hardly stand to be in direct sunlight.
*Hog Hoggidy Hog - So good to see the boys back in Cape Town. The moshpit was dusty and dangerous as always, pretty sweaty too, I steered well clear of that one.
*AWOLNation - Such a surprise! I was convinced that I wouldn't enjoy these guys, what I found on YouTube was quite indie and eighties sounding. Their sound is hardcore with a really strange tinge to it. Weirdo's Hard Rock is how I describe it.
*The Narrow - Awesome as always. These South African legends rock so hard. I lose my face every time. What a perfect build up to In Flames
*Fokofpolisiekar - I was impressed. I'm not normally a Fokof fan, and I haven't actually seen a show of their's in years. The huge crowd during their performance was a clear indication of the love this band 's fans have for them.
The lineup was superb this year, and there was a much bigger turnout then I had expected.
KIEF:
The awesome, awesome lineup. R350 for all those bands, what a deal
The free purified water. What a lifesaver. Backstage we had free bottled water.
The kickass MC. Anyone know his name?
CRAP:
The fact that it took place on a Sunday. There were many people I spoke to who didn't party as hard as they would have liked to. Who wants to drive back home after a festival? Also, a lot of people had work the next day, and no one likes a hangover on a Monday
The lack of shade - It was literally boiling hot, and I actually expected to see some passed out dehydrated people, but luckily not. The two beer tents were full and really warm, not much relief from the Karoo sun
R350 for a one day event. A little expensive, but on the other hand a great deal for all those bands. I'm not sure I would have gone if I didn't have a free ticket.
All in all, I had a kick ass time. I was very grateful that I didn't have work at 9am Monday morning.
I came home dusty, hot, exhausted but so euphoric.
Cheers Ramfest
Friday, March 9, 2012
RAMFest 2012
It's that time of year again - RRRrraaamfest!
This year's is a little different from last, just a one day festival. One day, I hear you say? Yes, one day... :( But what that does mean is that more cities get the Ramfest experience., not just Cape Town and JHB.
I am super psyched for The Narrow, Newtown Knife Gang and of course, HOG HOGGIDY HOG. Booya!
I'm also really excited to see In Flames, it's always awesome to check international bands in SA.
You can find all the details here.
See you there bitches.
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Artspiration
Danny Quirk - an up and coming artist specialising in photo realistic watercolours. His newest works are based on anatomy. Dark and explorative - I am obsessed!
Sunday, March 4, 2012
Somebody That I Used to Know
Wow. Check out this cover of Gotye's "Somebody That I Used to Know" by Walk Off the Earth.
It is so cool. So, so cool.
It is so cool. So, so cool.
Intel - My Visual Life
Intel has such an interesting brand campaign going on at the moment. They have taken people who use their products every day, talking about their specific art form. It's so damn cool
Scott Schumann, the Sartorialist, Michael Wolff, co-founder of one of the world’s most outstanding design companies, Wolff Olins, and other amazing artistic, creative individuals are featured.
Here are my favourite videos, the most inspiring and visually pleasing. After all, it is "My Visual Life".
Scott Schumann, the Sartorialist, Michael Wolff, co-founder of one of the world’s most outstanding design companies, Wolff Olins, and other amazing artistic, creative individuals are featured.
Here are my favourite videos, the most inspiring and visually pleasing. After all, it is "My Visual Life".
Friday, March 2, 2012
Five Did You Knows for a Fab Friday
Did you know most lipsticks contain fish scales
Did you know rabbits like licorice
Did you know rabbits like licorice
Did you know honey is the only natural food which never goes off
Did you know a giraffe can clean its ears with its 21 inch tongue
Did you know in every episode of Seinfeld there is a reference to Superman
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