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TimesLIVE
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- TimesLIVE
'My journey started in 2021, now I know I'm going somewhere': DJ Lady P
R&B DJ Lady P is steadily carving out her space in South Africa's soul scene. Her journey began during the Covid-19 lockdown in 2021 — a time of uncertainty for most, but one that sparked a powerful creative path for this rising talent. 'My journey started in 2021 during Covid-19 when I joined the Laidback team,' she said. 'This is that moment for me was when I played for Black Coffee and his mom. That's when I saw I'm going somewhere with this journey.' It was more than just a performance; it was a moment that shaped her identity not just as a DJ but as an artist. 'I always loved listening to soul music and fusion. My dad was a music lover,' she said. 'Milara's One Man Woman, Randy Crawford's Shine and Gladys Knight & the Pips' Midnight Train to Georgia, those were my favourites growing up.' For Lady P, R&B isn't just a genre, it's a feeling. 'R&B speaks to the heart, speaks to the soul. You fall in love over and over again.' Her style blends old-school classics with timeless R&B. She's unapologetic about her sound, often steering clear of mainstream, newer R&B to stay true to what her audience enjoys most. 'I don't normally play the new R&B. My supporters enjoy the genre I play and I believe people still love old music. I'm optimistic about where this sound is going.' Crafting the perfect set is all about the vibe. 'You check the mood and the groove of the patrons. That's how you connect.' But being a woman in the DJ industry comes with its set of challenges. 'There are a lot of female DJs,' she notes, 'but we're crafting our genres differently. There's always room for improvement.' And Lady P is just getting started. She hinted at projects on the horizon. 'It's still in the pipeline, something is cooking,' she teased. You can catch her live every first and last Sunday of the month at NewsCafe Emperors Palace with the Laidback Sessions team. On Saturday, August 10, she'll be playing at Sdumza's Lounge, Butcher 2.0. Details for September gigs will drop on her socials soon. Her inspirations are rooted locally and globally. 'Locally, I look up to Lesego DM. Internationally, it's Aretha Franklin's greatest hits that keep me grounded. But the one song that always hits me deeply? Gladys Knight's Licence to Kill.' If she wasn't behind the decks? 'I'd definitely be a gospel or R&B singer.'
IOL News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- IOL News
From Ibiza to Mykonos: DJ Black Coffee and Victoria Gonzales' luxe summer adventure unveiled
Blending romance, work and luxurious travel, DJ Black Coffee and Victoria Gonzales' have been taking Europe by storm. Image: Instagram Vacay mode is always the best mode, according to DJ Black Coffee's (real name Nkosinathi Maphumulo) girlfriend, Victoria Gonzales. The Venezuelan model has been sharing a glimpse of her globetrotting life on Instagram as she embarks on luxurious holidays worldwide with her award-winning boyfriend. From Ibiza to Mykonos, Gonzales has been sharing the beautiful and captivating scenery around her every time she is in a new country. While her travel content is eye-catching, Gonzales keeps it simple and classy with her outfits; however, she lets her collection of designer bags steal the spotlight. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad Loading She pairs her outfits with luxurious and expensive designer bags from high-end brands such as Chanel, Hermès, as well Jacquemus. While in Mykonos, Gonzales has also been indulging in fun activities, including private helicopter rides and exploring the beauty of the popular neighbourhood. For the helicopter ride, the model wore a white short dress and paired it with a beige Hermès Birkin bag. While exploring the beauty of Mykonos island, Gonzales wore a white long-sleeved shirt with a matching skirt and paired it with a colourful headpiece and shades; of course, a designer bag is a part of her outfit as she carried a pink Chanel handbag. Even though she is sharing snaps of her holiday-filled life, Gonzales is also giving fans a sneak peek of what it's like to be dating an international DJ as she shared a picture of his fans as they held their phones, which had SA flags on them, during his set. The model, who has been dating the DJ for nearly six years now, has also been giving her followers a front-row seat into their love life. On one of her Instagram carousel posts of her time in Ibiza, she shared a beautiful painting date in the evening as they both took part in the fun activity and showcased their artistic side. In another picture she shared, the couple is seen walking side-by-side as they hold each other's hands. In addition, Gonzales also captured a picture which showcased the romantic side of the 'In Common' hitmaker as he kissed the model's hand. Even though the couple keep their romantic life private, the lovebirds certainly do not shy away from expressing their love for each other on their social media accounts.
The South African
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The South African
Black Coffee's model girlfriend brags about soft life
Black Coffee's girlfriend, Victoria Gonzalez, has bragged about living the soft life thanks to the DJ's jet-setting luxury lifestyle. The Venezuelan model and the Grammy-winning artist have been dating for over six years. The DJ – real name Nkosinathi Maphumalo – split from his ex-wife Enhle Mbali in 2019, coincidentally the same year he began dating his new partner. On her Instagram account, Victoria Gonzalez has been posting about her globetrotting adventures. From Ibiza to Mykonos to Rome, the brunette bombshell has been accompanying her boyfriend, Black Coffee, to his gigs in various countries – via his private jet. In her latest IG, the model bragged about finding true love and happiness. A collage of pictures featured a meme asking, 'How to be happy?'. The answer was, 'Go on a six-month holiday, twice a year.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by VIC 🏹❤️ (@victoriagonzalezzg) Victoria Gonzalez's Instagram post comes after she revealed that she had celebrated a relationship milestone. Last month, the couple posted images of their sixth anniversary on their Instagram Stories. In the pics, taken in 2019 and again in 2025, Black Coffee and Victoria posed on the streets of Milan, where they hugged and kissed each other. Neither has spoken publicly about how they met. Black Coffee and his girlfriend Victoria Gonzalez. Images via Instagram: @realblackcoffee The revelation of the relationship has had many South Africans scratching their heads about the timeline of their relationship. In 2019, Black Coffee and Enhle Mbali announced their official separation. The actress accused her ex of cheating with multiple women during their marriage. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 . Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp , Facebook , X, and Bluesky for the latest news.
IOL News
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Cape Town International Jazz Festival New Dates, Bold New Vision for Africa's Grandest Music Festival
The crowd feeds off the energy brought by Masego, as the multi-instrumentalist moved around the Kippies stage at the Cape Town International Jazz Festival in March 2025. Image: Armand Hough / Independent Newspapers The highly anticipated Cape Town International Jazz Festival (CTIJF) returns to the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) on March 27 and 28, 2026 — but this time, the festival marks more than just a return. It signals the start of an exciting new chapter in the life of Africa's most celebrated music event. Under the leadership of festival head, Shaakirah Adams, the festival is undergoing a powerful transformation — evolving into a year-long platform that celebrates music, fosters talent, and drives lasting social and economic impact. Black Coffee and Nduduzo Makhathini closed their 2025 show strongly, elevating the spirit of CTIJF to new heights. Image: Armand Hough / Independent Newspapers Next Stay Close ✕ 'The Cape Town International Jazz Festival must now become a movement — one that not only showcases great music but supports the people and communities behind it. It must be inclusive, African, developmental, and deeply impactful,' said Adams. This new direction sees the CTIJF becoming a platform that extends far beyond its flagship weekend to embrace 12 months of programming, community engagement, and educational outreach. The March 2026 event will now serve as the culmination of a full music festival season, rather than the starting point. The enigmatic Lira in action at the Cape Town International Jazz Festival 2025. Image: Ayanda Ndamane / Independent Newspapers Throughout the year, the CTIJF will present a host of initiatives, including: The Youth Jazz Series (final name to be confirmed), giving young artists opportunities to perform and develop professionally. Masterclasses and workshops by local and international music legends. Support for local musicians, with increased performance opportunities and exposure. A digital marketplace designed to help African musicians and agents connect with global festivals, promoters, and industry networks. Strategic partnerships with universities and music schools to create educational pipelines into the industry. Collaborations with sister festivals around the world, creating exchange opportunities and joint programming. Masego performing on the Kippies stage during the 22nd Cape Town International Jazz Festival. Image: Armand Hough / Independent Newspapers Get your tickets to the 2026 Cape Town International Jazz Festival here. A newly appointed Advisory Panel made up of renowned musicians, producers, cultural experts, and academics from both South Africa and abroad to help steer this transformation is also in the pipeline, ensuring that the CTIJF remains artistically bold, socially relevant, and truly African in spirit. This evolution builds on the long-standing philanthropic work of festival patron, Dr Iqbal Survé and the Survé Family foundations, who for over two decades have supported music education and youth development through initiatives like Edujazz, the Sekunjalo Music Awards, the Sekunjalo Music Academy, and bursaries for emerging musicians. Sekunjalo Deputy Chairman Rayhaan Survé at the 2025 Cape Town International Jazz Festival. Image: Independent Media 'Our support for this transformation is a natural extension of our long-standing commitment to building the creative economy in South Africa,' said Dr Survé. 'The festival is not just about celebration — it's about creating jobs, inspiring youth, building the local music industry, and connecting Africa to the world.' The refreshed Cape Town International Jazz Festival (CTIJF) promises to be more dynamic, more inclusive, and a powerful reflection of South Africa's rich musical tapestry — while also celebrating the African continent's growing influence on the global stage. Dr. Iqbal Survé's 17 Year Ownership and R100 million Commitment to CTIJF . The first CTIJF was held in 2005 and is recognized as the fourth-largest jazz festival in the world and the largest jazz festival on the African continent. Image: File picture: Armand Hough / Independent Newspapers To build anticipation, the festival has launched a limited early bird ticket offer: enjoy 25% off 2025 ticket prices, available exclusively through Ticketmaster. Mark your calendars: March 27 and 28, 2026 — and stay tuned as the journey toward Africa's most exciting music revolution unfolds. IOL
Time Out
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Four African cities have been named best in the world for nightlife
Nightlife takes on lots of different forms, and cities all over the world have adapted to our changing habits when it comes to going out. Today you'll find sober-friendly events collectives alongside vibey cocktail bars and late-night cafes as well as massive, pulsing raves. So, to uncover which cities are the best of the best when it comes to going out after dark in 2025, we quizzed thousands of city-dwellers and consulted a panel of experts to curate a list of the planet's best nightlife cities. Claiming the top spot was Las Vegas, which over recent years has leaned into a more low-key night out, and you can read all about it here. However, four African cities also claimed a spot in our shiny new top 20, and the first of these was Cape Town in number 11, where the 'party scene pulses with grit, glamour, and groove – just ask South African homegrown global stars Tyla and Black Coffee,' according to Time Out Cape Town editor Selene Brophy. And the stats do back up that claim. Seventy-seven percent of Capetonians describe the city as 'good' or 'amazing' when it comes to nightlife, and it also ranks as the third cheapest place on our list for a boogie – even better, eh? Lagos is up next in fourteenth place, where 79 percent of locals rate the nightlife positively. The Nigerian city's nightlife scene is shifting from exclusive lounges to inclusive underground raves such as SweatItOutLagos and Our Group Therapy. Cairo follows closely behind in fifteenth place, where 79 percent of locals approve of the city's nightlife scene and 72 percent describe it as 'cheap or free' or 'affordable'. But while history shows us that Egyptians were big on beer-drinking, the culture here is much more focused around shisha tobacco and caffeine. However, cool cocktail bars have been cropping up in more expat-heavy areas. Lastly, Marrakech comes in at number 19. 'As Marrakech's tourism numbers rise, so do its after-dark offerings,' says Morocco-based writer Sally Kirby, 'The Medina is home to colourful rooftop bars, including El Fenn and Kabana, offering cocktails and majestic views over the Koutoubia Mosque. In Gueliz, you'll find playful lounge bars such as Baromètre, a speakeasy, and The Mix, known for its electric Gnawa nights.'
