Posted by Radmin on January 22, 2013 · Leave a Comment
We’re a pretty fashionable bunch at DIY, we even know what colour blocking is, but when it comes to fashion in Durban, one blogger is ahead of the curve. We chatted to Melissa Kieser about the dos and don’ts of blogging and staying fashionable in Durban.
DIY: First off, can we get a little background info on who are you and what you do?
Melissa: My name is Melissa Kieser, recently married, happy girl living in Durban. I spend... Read More
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Posted by Radmin on December 3, 2012 · Leave a Comment
We were surprised to see a new Black Moss video pop up in our Youtube stream, what with him him travelling the world and all. But Mr Moss has been keeping busy in his travels as we find out in the interview below. We chat to Black Moss about his travels, how the SA hip-hop scene can raise it’s game and how the Durban scene matches up internationally.
DIY: What’s been happening in the world of Black Moss lately?
Black Moss:... Read More
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Posted by Radmin on November 29, 2012 · Leave a Comment
031 Hip-Hop has regained a one of it’s most talented members. It seems Raheem is back in town and is doing some solo vibes with his latest project, I_Killed_Kenny (The Ra Project.) We’re not sure what it’s all about at the moment but this song is too sick and the video is ominous so check it and we’ll try find out more.
You can follow Raheem on Twitter
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Posted by Radmin on November 26, 2012 · 19 Comments
If you’ve been paying attention, you’d know that Anchors Up, SA’s first and only Alt Country super group, recently dropped their debut album online. We caught up with Marc de la Querra and asked him about how a band of musicians that live all over the country came together, juggling between other bands and why they decided to make Country music.
DIY: For those who don’t know, who is involved in Anchors Up &... Read More
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Posted by Radmin on October 24, 2012 · 9 Comments
As many of you noticed, The Winston Pub is slowly starting to revive itself. Evidence of this was the recent Truth and It’s Burden show with Brainwreck, Provider and We Were Archers. A hardcore show, at The Winston, with more than a handful of people? Rejoice people for there are still good days to come! Russell Grant shares his thoughts on the night.
The Winston Pub is in the take off phase of its revival. The most dangerous... Read More
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Posted by Radmin on July 19, 2012 · 5 Comments
As part of our DIFF coverage, Bob Perfect chats to local director, Michael Cross. Michael’s film, Rockstardom, is about a small town singer/songwriter Brendon Shields and is one that most DIY readers will probably want to check out at this year’s festival.
DIY: First off how did you come across Brendon Shields?
Michael: I had a meeting with his publisher, we’d been friends years before but I hadn’t seen him for nearly 15 years... Read More
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