Delivering video content to mobile across Africa. iLiveIT has recently partnered with SPB TV to launch a video streaming platform which will enable mobile network operators (MNOs) and corporate customers to deliver video content to multiple devices at low cost. Riaan Groenewald, iLiveIT COO, says a key element of the service is the platform’s ability to effectively stream video content. “The ability to stream video consistently from edge data speeds upwards means that the majority of mobile phones in Africa will be able to view content from the platform with a good user experience,” he says. Content: In terms of... Continue Reading
Godwin Strings, a 22-year old Violinist from Benin, is re-introducing a sound that is rarely heard and often misunderstood. Armed with a deep passion for world music and equally unforgettable attitude, Mr. Strings brings the violin to life recreating everything from Afrobeat to rock to blues. Born Godwin Ogechukwu, he attended Gospel Music College from which he attained a certificate of proficiency in Music, and also holds a B.A Hons in Linguistics and African Languages from the University of Benin. After making it to the grand finale of the 1st season of Nigeria’s Got Talent, Mr. Strings has performed at... Continue Reading
By Dennis Kabatto – Irish and Chin’s fifth edition of Rewind & Come Again, a celebration of Rub a Dub culture is being billed as New York’s Reggae event of the year. The event will offer patrons the experience of leading Reggae artists and selectors performing live on legendary foundation sounds on Saturday, November 9 at the Club Amazura located in the Queens section of New York. The heavy lineup includes King Yellowman, Josey Wales, Luciano, Johnny Osbourne, Brigadier Jerry, Charlie Chaplin, Muma Nancy, General Trees, Michigan & Smiley, U-Roy/King Stur Gav, Ilawi/Jah Love, Danny Dread/ King Addies and DJ... Continue Reading
By Dennis Kabatto – Bronx based Lehman Center for the Performing Arts first musical presentation of the month of November on Sunday starring The Manhattans, reggae veteran Ken Boothe, together with fellow reggae acts, Pam Hall and L.U.S.T. is bound to solidify the 2300 seat concert hall’s reputation as one of New York’s premier showcase for international music, theatre and dance. “The combination of The Manhattans, Ken Boothe, Pam Hall and L.U.S.T., is designed to bring an exciting and pleasure-filled evening of old and new school romance to the stage for our patrons. We anticipate magical moments during every performance,”... Continue Reading
Legendary Zimbabwean rap pioneer Shingirayi Sabeta yesterday made an explosive return on the music scene with the online launch of his new single, Ndamutswa. Formerly known as Mau Mau, Shingirayi teamed up with the popular website, African Hip Hop blog and used the platform as a launchpad for the new track. A pioneer on the Zimbabwe Rap landscape, Shingirayi is famed for his mid-90’s hits Blackness with the late Afro-Pop star Prince Tendai, his debut self-entitled single Mau Mau and the classic 2002 debut album, M’fecane. Ndamutswa has a raw and bubbly Southern-esque beat fused with Sungura and Rock guitar riffs, courtesy of producer Xander. The track is also... Continue Reading
