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Sunday 8 September 2013

Watch out for the gunge! Pixie Lott stands out in lemon and pink at Nickelodeon's Fruit Shoot Skills Awards

There was plenty of gunge on in store at Nickelodeon’s Fruit Shoot Skills Awards in London on Saturday, but there was also plenty of glamour thanks to  host of stars, amongst them Pixie Lott.
The 22-year-old singer stood out on the orange carpet at IndigoO2 in a stunning, figure-hugging mini-dress adorned with lemon and pink patterns.
Pixie complimented the outfit by painting her nails a matching shade of yellow, while her gold shoes and liberal use of mascara, blusher and bright red lipstick added an additional wash of colour to an already distinctive look. 
Pixie Lott stands out at the Nickelodeon Fruit Shoot Skills Awards at IndigoO2 in London on Saturday
Colourful: Pixie Lott stands out at the Nickelodeon Fruit Shoot Skills Awards at IndigoO2 in London on Saturday

The singer later took to the stage at the event, but fortunately for her she managed to avoid the gunge unlike hapless diver Tom Daley, who found himself covered from head to toe in the sticky green goo.
Indeed, Tom’s immaculate hair and smart two piece suit were ruined thanks to the Nickelodeon staple – commonly used to cover celebs at the annual Kids Choice Awards in Los Angeles.
While the 19-year-old Olympian had the misfortune to get slimed, other attending stars managed to stay gunge free. 
The 22-year-old singer was one of the stars to attend the event in London on Saturday
Standing out: The 22-year-old singer was one of the stars to attend the event in London on Saturday
Laure Whitmore (left) dressed down in jeans while Alexandra Burke opted for a simple white dress with a scalloped hemline
Laure Whitmore (left) dressed down in jeans while Alexandra Burke opted for a simple white dress with a scalloped hemline
Looking good: Laure Whitmore (left) dressed down in jeans while Alexandra Burke opted for a simple white dress with a scalloped hemline 

Alexandra and JLS star Oritse Williams pose for a photo with one of the day's award winners
Making his day: Alexandra and JLS star Oritse Williams pose for a photo with one of the day's award winners


Indeed, amongst those avoiding the mess were X Factor finalists Union J, who attended the event almost a year after they were brought together as a band during the last series of the ITV show.
Alexandra Burke, another X Factor product, was also in attendance – opting to arrive in a simple but stylish white dress and black stiletto heels.
The 25-year-old singer was joined by JLS star Oritse Williams, with the pair making a young award winner’s day by posing alongside him for a photograph shortly after he received his prize. 
Union J stars JJ Hamblett, Josh Cuthbert, George Shelly and Jaymi Hensley make an appearance at the event
Making an entrance: Union J stars JJ Hamblett, Josh Cuthbert, George Shelly and Jaymi Hensley make an appearance at the event
Olympians Tom Daley (left) and Louis Smith hit the orange carpet on Saturday
Olympians Tom Daley (left) and Louis Smith hit the orange carpet on Saturday
A sporting chance: Olympians Tom Daley (left) and Louis Smith hit the orange carpet on Saturday
Pixie Lott was one of the stars guests to take to the stage at the event, held at London's IndigoO2
Taking the stage: Pixie Lott was one of the stars guests to take to the stage at the event, held at London's IndigoO2


Gymnast Louis Smith also made an appearance, taking to the stage with a casual looking Laura Whitmore to present an award.
Saturday’s event follows the enormous success of last year’s inaugural awards ceremony, which honours British children with prodigious skill in street-dancing, skateboarding and BMXing.
The show is expected to be broadcast on Nickelodeon on Sunday at 5pm.
Tom looks suave as he takes to the stage, but not for long...
Mr cool: Tom looks suave as he takes to the stage, but not for long...

Tom gets covered in green slime, much to the audience's delight
Here we go: Tom gets covered in green slime, much to the audience's delight
The Olympic diver took his gunging well after taking to the stage at the annual event
The Olympic diver took his gunging well after taking to the stage at the annual event
Good sport: The Olympic diver took his gunging well after taking to the stage at the annual event


Louis Smith and Laura Whitmore took to the stage to present an award at the event in London on Saturday
Guest presenters: Louis Smith and Laura Whitmore took to the stage to present an award at the event in London on Saturday
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Sunday 14 July 2013

Wawela Music Awards

LCentre to attend the first ever Wawela Music Awards courtesy of Southern African Music Rights Organization (SAMRO). I did not know what to expect considering the ‘drama’ that previously surrounded SAMRO.
ast Friday we headed to Sandton Convention
Wawela is a Zulu word meaning ‘to go beyond’. These awards are mainly to honour the talented individuals behind the music (the composers) in different platforms including Film, Radio and Television. Which I think is a great idea because we hardly pay attention to the songwriters/composers, who when you look at it, I think they are the most important.
When we arrived, the venue was already getting packed. I don’t like complaining so I am going to look past all the technical faults and time wasting that took place there because it was their first time hosting these awards, we hope next year all will be on point. It was a nice dinner gala set up, I loved it. However I was not impressed with the fact that before we went inside we were told that we can sit anywhere. Well, we followed instructions and just sat at a table that we chose and the next minute we were told ‘Sorry, you have to move because this table is reserved’. Why wasn’t there a Reserved sign on the table beats me.
Anyway, we got up and started looking for another table. So annoying because it’s really not cool to be walking around looking lost, all eyes come on to you. Thank goodness actress Thandy Matlaila who I think was part of the event organizers, came to our rescue and gave us a table.
Funny enough the table that she told us to occupy, had a huge reserved sign on it, and guess what? the high school naughty kid in me stepped out and took off the sign and threw it under the table. Haai shem there was no way I was going to be ordered to move again. Hehehehehehe. Here are the pictures that our photographer Picay managed to get for us.

Our Hosts for the evening, Azania Mosaka and Gareth Cliff. They did very well, funny but very classy. They knew what type of crowd they were dealing with.
Nick Motsatse, Chief Executive Officer of SAMRO. That day was his last as CEO of SAMRO. He has moved on to other avenues. He is posing here with his wife.
I met the legendary Sizwe Zako for the first time. He is such a humble man la tata. No wonder he is successful.
Another legend that was present and also got to perform for us is Johnny Glegg.
When Lebo M went up to collect his award, he name dropped shem. Yhuuuuuuuuuu!!! The emphasis on ‘My Grammy Award’ to working with ‘Quincy Jones’ hehehehehe.
Actor Luthuli Dlamini also came through looking hot as usual.
Still on the Dlamini’s, I saw singer LeAnne Dlamini as well.
Eish, I’m sorry but I don’t know who this lady is guys. Is it Khanyo Maphumulo? They look alike. If it’s not her then haaai I don’t know.
I was impressed by Daniel Baron’s performance. It kinda reminded me of Westlife.
Solomon Subz Sebothoma and Thandy Matlaila were both there to work. They were all over the place making sure all goes well.
Guys, I am still shocked by Guffy hey. This guy is practically saying NO to aging yazi? He looks very young and fresh. Wow!!!
Reverend Abe Sibiya, he is the Chairman of the SAMRO Board Of Directors.
Mam’ Dorothy Masuka’s acceptance speech for her Lifetime Achievement Award was full of words of wisdom. She gave advise to SA singers and said ‘God gave you the talent to sing. Use it wisely. Stop drinking and smoking that talent away’
Nominee, singer Nothende with her friend and fellow musician Ahmed Sirour. They are working together on tracks for Nothende’s next album.
I still need to know where Black Porcelain has been hiding all along. I never heard of her before these awards. This lady can sing.
Miss Lira’s acceptance speech was just too honest. She said 10years ago when things were tough for her, she survived through SAMRO money. She just couldn’t hide how thankful she was.
When it comes to music events like these then you know Lindelani Mkhize and Zwai Bala will be there.
Best performance of the night for me was by Phuzekhemisi. He delivered ubaba stru. With so much passion even. Look at that kick. Doctor Malinga who?? Lol
The Soil also performed well. Pure, fresh voices.
Mafikizolo did what they do best on stage.
Theo Kgosinkwe’s dance moves, that guy can move. Nhlanhla Nciza’s pants seem to be the IN thing at the moment. Toya DeLazy even rocked them at the BET Awards.
They also joined Mam’ Dorothy. It was amazing to watch.
There was an emotional and teary moment when they played a composition/video of uTata Nelson Mandela showing us his journey and all the work he has done throughout his life. The entire house went silent. I was even shocked by Gareth Cliff who couldn’t speak after watching it because it was that deep. When you look at people like Gareth you wouldn’t think they have feelings. Aza seemed stronger than him after that.
Gareth announced an After Party but I couldn’t attend it. I was too tired. I know some of you will say ‘Kiki you should have attended because we want umgosi’, but trust me when I tell you that there was no chance of umgosi there because of the crowd. What mgosi can one get from legends like Johnny Glegg and Mam’ Dorothy? Lutho shem. Lol!!
A big Thank you to Nosipho Ginindza and the Soul Providers team for inviting us. We had a great time. To the SAMRO family, we appreciate your initiative guys, keep it up.
Just some advise for the next awards. Please give us more entertainment. Those long breaks and silence during the serving of Dinner were not on. That is what kinda spoiled the night a little. Give us a comedian nje to keep us company. Otherwise you guys did very well for first timers. The Nominees were announced on the 21st May 2013 but unfortunately we couldn’t attend.
Here is the list of all the winners.
THE 2013 WAWELA MUSIC AWARDS WINNERS
  • Best soundtrack in a feature film or theatric documentary: Philip Miller for Leaving Father
  • Best song or composition in a Television Production: Gregory Reveret for Loxion Kulca Roots Best song or composition in a television commercial: Jeramy James Barnard for the Bells commercial
  • Best song or composition in a radio commercial: Rene Veldsman for the Shoprite commercial
  • Best creative album of the year: Black Porcelain for Invincible Summer
  • Songwriter of the year: LIRA Best South African duo/group: Tumi and the Volume
  • Best female artist & composer/co-composer: Black Porcelain
  • Best male artist & composer/co-composer: Daniel Baron
  • Statistical Award JB Arthur
Wawela Inaugural Recognition Awards
  • -          Alan Lazar
  • -          Mbongeni Ngema
  • -          Lebo M
  • -          Trevor Jones
  • -          Sizwe Zako
Breaking Through the Borders Award Trevor Jones Prolific Catalogue of Works Award Johnny Clegg Lifetime Achievement Award Dorothy Masuku
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Thursday 20 February 2014

2014 BRIT Awards Big Winners: Arctic Monkeys and One Direction with two gongs each. Ellie Goulding is crowned Queen

Arctic Monkeys and One Direction were the big winners at the BRIT Awards - taking home two accolades apiece.
The Sheffield four-piece were named Best British Group and Album Of The Year for their disc AM during the star-studded ceremony at London's O2 Arena.
Meanwhile, manufactured pop quintet One Direction picked up Global Success Award and British Video Of The Year for Best Song Ever.
Northern lads done good: Arctic Monkeys accept their first award of the night - Best British Group
Northern lads done good: Arctic Monkeys accept their first award of the night - Best British Group
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Sunday 14 July 2013

Fashion Display At The 2013 BET Awards

This past Sunday the annual BET Awards were held in Los Angeles and all the black and fab folk were out there making it shine on the red carpet.
I was all about the fashion for this years BET’s – I was pleasantly surprised more people made effort this year, by that I mean more ladies looks class compared to the hoodrat look that some recycle every year.
The colour palette semmed to be predominantly white, a lot of black and gold too. I loved the ladies that brought some colour and spunk to the red carpet too , like Naya Rivera (Santana on Glee) & Jordin Sparks.

Here are some of the looks from the 2013 BET Awards.


Ashanti
Paula Patton went for a sexy-slash-conservative look. I kinda like it. She was there to cheer on hubby Robin Thicke as he ‘blurred the lines’
Estelle looked gorgeous. Whoever has been styling her lately needs a raise. Loving the hair and style lately.
LeToya Luckett – this chick always manages to look hot all the time but I wish she could switch up the hair and that red lip.
Michelle Williams looked incredible in this dress. I love, I like , I heart!
Former ANTM contestant Tocarra Jones- this dress is forgettable, she’s keeping the weight off though. Bravo!
Chris Brown and his artist Seyven Streeter, dont know how I feel about this ensemble.
Mya – Yes she still lives & she’s serving hot-spicy!
Lauren London (Lil’Wayne’s baby momma) striking a pose….VOGUE!
Tatyana Ali in Loren Sarbu
Angela Simmons..trying too hard.
Brandy..I love her but this look is very busy like Bree. She could have opted for less heavier looking shoes.
Janelle Monae in Dolce & Gabbana , its the usual get-up. I’m actually beginning to accept it.
Mrs. Cannon in Pavino. I expected less from the DIVA of all DIVAs.
Meagan Good was all busty in blue. she got a lot of flack for that cleavage from Christians who argued that a Pastor’s Wife should dress more conservative. Nithini nina?
Taraji P. Henson & Quvanzhane Wallis – Loved the leather,lace combo on Taraji’s dress.
Laila Ali was in black & gold.
LaLa Anthony – hate this dress, love the shoes. She said she still hasn’t seen her BFF’s daughter North West, Mmmm o maka.
Ciara in Saint Laurent – one of my fave looks, simple and sexy.
Vampire’s Diaries witch Bonnie, Kat Graham wore head to toe Versace straight from the archives.
Glee actress and Big Sean’s girlfriend, Naya Rivera in Emilio Pucci…SEXY!
Lil Mama – I actually like the more girly glamourous look she’s been on. It’s working, now we need to teach you how to pose..dials Tyra Banks.
Amber Rose – I swear she hasn’t worn anything exciting since she broke up with Kanye West. And Nicki Minaj wore this  Versace dress earlier this year on American Idol.
Adrienne Bailon – as much as she annoys me, she looks good. Can’t deal with that cheesy pose though.
Olympian Gabby Douglas looked pretty.
EVE wore a very Moloko/Hush/Taboo ensemble.
Nicki Minaj in Roberto Cavalli – one of my fave looks, polished and flawless.
Nia Long dazzled in gold, there’s  something BASIC about this look.
Jordin Sparks in Clover Canyon – I love the youthfulness of this dress totally appropriate for Jordin. Young, Fresh and New!
BET 2013 WINNERS:
Best Male R&B/Pop Artist
Miguel
Best New Artist
Kendrick Lamar
Young Stars Award
Gabrielle Douglas
Best Gospel Artist
Mary Mary
Subway Sportsman of The Year
LeBron James
Subway Sportswoman of The Year
Gabrielle Douglas
Best Actor
Jamie Foxx
Best Female Hip-Hop Artist
Nicki Minaj
Best Male Hip-Hop Artist
Kendrick Lamar
Lifetime Achievement Award
Charlie Wilson
Best Collaboration
Problems, A$AP Rocky featuring Drake, 2 Chainz and Kendrick Lamar
Humanitarian Award
Dwyane Wade
FANdemonium Award
Chris Brown
Coca-Cola Viewers’ Choice Award
Started From the Bottom, Drake
Best Movie
Think Like A Man

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