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International Song Of The Week: No by Little Mix

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International Song Of The Weekend: Between Us by Little Mix         Between Us Deluxe  Artwork.      Little Mix celebrated their tenth anniversary by serving us new music and congratulations to Edwards & Pinnock who gave birth to beautiful healthy babies. After the announcement of their Greatest Hits, we received the upbeat and energized Self Love Anthem " Love (Sweet Love)" co-produced by frequent collaborator: MNEK who was responsible for their hot hit Sweet Melody.  No is a sassy song about finally putting yourself first and walking away from a toxic relationship. The song kicks off with a self assured Leigh Anne "Woke up feeling like the baddest b*tch I've ever known" she sings. Serving as the second single for their first greatest hits album " Between Us" It sounds different from their material, brand new and yet it feels like a classic song as it has this familiar touch to it. The song will have you dancing and singin...

National Song Of The Weekend Tresor Ft. Da Capo & Sun-EL Musician - Lighthouse

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National Song Of The Weekend: Tresor Ft. Da Capo & Sun-EL Musician - Lighthouse .                  Official Artwork. The song has a mesmerizing tone that takes you on a journey. It's beautiful, epic and gives you a memorable play which you'll enjoy again & again and again. This song is a true statement on the dancefloor or for any occasion of a get together or a solo ride. Uplifting your mood and ridding the chaos of negative thought. This will always be on my most played songs list. Tresor is one the best musicians as he has a sound that stands out and his music never disappoints, this is a collaboration of the Summer, Da Capo's energy & Sun-EL Musician's presence bring in great blend of complimentary arrangement. This song is from his recent album " Motion " do check it out. With songs like Mirrors Featuring Ami Faku which sounds earthy and rich with a sound of reminisce and other interesting songs.  ...

Local Song Of The Weekend: Stranger's Language by DJ Life Ft. Monique Burger

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Local Song Of The Weekend : DJ Life Ft. Monique Burger - Stranger's Language.                      Official Artwork. We caught up with DJ Life and Monique asked them about the song which is dancefloor ready and with its infections "La la la la la la la" refrain which will have you singing along. The song carries a catchy yet meaningful energy that can have you longing for love or just a good time. Monique's vocals are hauntingly beautiful and you can't help but want to hear more and more of her runs and riffs as if she's singing a spell of outpouring emotions with nerves and curiosity. The song is available on all streaming platforms. Do check it out.          Photo Of Monique Burger. MCK!NG: What was it like working with DJ Life? Monique: So what was it like working with DJ Life? It was a very...how can I put this? It was a very free experience because what happened was...um we nev...

Entertainment Avenue: Gossip Girl on HBO Max: A New Generation with Power & Influence.

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Entertainment Avenue: Gossip Girl on HBO Max. "Reputations will be Shattered."     Promotional Poster For Part 2 Featuring Whitney Peak, Eli Brown & Jordan Alexander. The Power of Social media, it's crazy what a tweet, a Facebook post, Instagram story can do. It can influence you, capture you, have you talking, ruin your life or make you breakout and Gossip Girl voiced by the eloquent Kristen Bell is out to get you, you better not be spotted doing something bad or having a bad hair day, wardrobe malfunction, cheating or you'll be the conversation and people love to talk about anything or anyone even if they don't know you.  A continuation of the hit 2007 CW series with an all new feel and faces of the elite in New York. Fashion, Power, Influence, Privilege, Drama and the Gossip of it all. The first Season kicks off with a sisters reunion portrayed by ( Jordan Alexander as Julien Callaway & Whitney Peak as Zoya Lott) the half sisters who want...

Mzansi On Notice: Vincent Mgiba

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Mzansi On Notice: Vincent Mgiba is a Collaborative and Hardworking Force on a mission to inspire and uplift. .                Photo Of Vincent. We sat down with the multi talented entrepreneur who gave us the 411 into his life and business. Vincent is a creative who was first introduced to us through poetry, performing at live events and later on doing motivational talks to empower learners at different schools in and around the province. He has accomplished so much and we had to have this interview with him. Here's what went down. Welcome to Mzansi Avenue , thank you for joining us, How are you? Vincent: Thank you for having me, I'm alive and you? MCK!NG: We're good thanks, so who is Vince and what does he do? Vincent: Vincent is a business man, poet, actor, fashion designer, voiceover artist, I'm someone who wants to make a name for themselves and establish change. MCK!NG: Wow that's great and what have you been up to recently? Vince...

Mzansi Avenue: Entertainment News.

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Mzansi Avenue: Entertainment News  We're back with your entertainment news and it's exciting times as new shows, characters, honorary titles and more are the serve into the Festive Feast Of Entertainment.  .    Promotional Poster For the Movie.  etv & MTN 's #eVOD shares information on exciting new movie which premiered on December 1st, said to be cheerful and heartwarming with familiar faces like Natasha Sutherland who portrays Layla McKenzie on Scandal! . The movie is called Daryn's Gym and is currently streaming on eVOD. Do enjoy.           Photo Of Jade Thirlwall. Little Mix member; Jade Thirlwall has reportedly signed a solo deal with Full stop management and rumour has it her music has made a great impression on the right people. Little Mix dismissed talks of a split but won't shy away from Solo projects as band member Perrie Edwards recently launched Disora a clothing brand and Lei...

Album Appreciation: The AA: 333 by Tinashe

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Avenue Music: Album Appreciation: The AA : 333 by Tinashe .                 Official artwork. Tinashe previously dropped a highly well received studio album with Songs For You and her latest offering was highly anticipated. Ever since she went independent, everyone was happy that Tinashe was back to her fresh amazing and outstanding self. Released in September this album is not your usual play, it has an ever evolving pace like a fun rollercoaster. Tinashe brings you on a lasting rush with stand out songs like The Chase which is dance ready, upbeat and Tinashe harmonizes her way out of a chase and sings with confidence that her mind is made up "I ain't gonna chase nobody" she sings on the burning beat. Last Call   is a ballad that at first I wasn't sure of, quickly skipped it but it grew so delicate on Mr, it's relatable and has a very sensitive arrangement. Gives you that mood of heartbreak. Tinashe feels frustrate...

Avenue Music: Top 12 Hits.

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Avenue Music: Avenue Hits For This Week Music is always a treat to the heart and ears. It moves us in many ways. Sometimes we want to cry, sometimes we just want party or fall in love and maybe walk down the isle? Here comes the bride? Anyone?  1.  The Wanted - Rule The World 2.   Reya Rey - Skolotong Ft. Dark Horse & Keen9 3.  Little Mix - Between Us 4.  Adele - Easy On Me 5.  Kabza De Small x DJ Maphorisa Ft. Ami Faku - Abalele 6. Tresor  Ft. Ami Faku - Mirrors 7.  Zyle - Ungati Jeketeli 8.  Locnville - Stranger Things 9. Sabrina Carpenter - Skinny Dipping 10. Black Dove - Nice Walk. 11. Yanga Chief - Ntoni Na (Ft. Blxckie & 25K) 12.  TDAWG - Get High Listen to the Good Music. # AvenueMusic

#PsychUp Avenue - Hallucinogens

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 Hallucinogens  As stated before, hallucinogens are a group of drugs that alter a person's awareness of their surroundings, as well as their own thoughts and feelings. Just like the name, these drugs can cause hallucinations which may make unrealistic things seem very real. These drugs can also cause the user to feel out of control disconnected from their body and the environment.  LSD or Lysergic Acid is an example of hallucinogen drugs and is known to be one of the most powerful mind-altering drugs which cause hallucinations. It was first developed 1938 with the aim to treat respiratory depression, a type of breathing disorder which is characterized by slow and ineffective breathing. It was only in the 1960 where this drug was used for recreational purposes or to get "high". People that use LSD can cause a person to see vivid bright colors, experience blurred visions and also see distorted shapes and faces. A person using LSD may also experience shaking, lightheadedness...

Avenue Music: Publicity Stunt?

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 Publicity Stunt or not? King Monada and Makhadzi are amonng Limpopo music giants and have partnered up to try and bring Mzansi some great music, but it seems like there's trouble with their new single, "Ghanama", or is there?  It is actually very hard to determine if the beef or misunderstanding between the two Limpopian artists is actually genuine or if it is just a publicity stunt to hype up the song before its official release. It is quite common for artists that work on a project together to have disagreements on a couple of issues, in most cases, it's about money and how the money generated should be distributed. There are short clips circulating on social media where the two artists are seen celebrating the creation of the new single, but the release date was not mentioned. Prince Benza is also part of the creations of the new single, but it seems like he is not entertaining this beef that is going on. Apparently, these two artists are in dispute over the owner...

#PsychUp Avenue - Depressants

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 Depressants  Unlike stimulants, depressants reduce arousal, alertness or awareness. Depressants do not get you depressed, but put you in a state of relaxation and reduce or lower your activeness. This usually affects a person's concentration and coordination. They also slow down a person's ability to respond to certain situations. An overdose of depressants can cause drowsiness, vomiting, unconsciousness and even death.  Alcohol . Now, alcohol is the most commonly known and commonly used depressant, maybe because it is easily accessible and is always available. Someone might say that people seem very energetic when they consume alcohol, but this is because alcohol first relaxed a person's internal inhibitors. Inhibitors are basically your instincts that limit you from certain behaviors and so on, that's why when a person consumes alcohol, they act out of character. After relaxing a person's internal inhibitors, it starts relating the rest of the body, which is why ...

Avenue Music: Women In Music: Citizen Queen

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Avenue Music: Women In Music : Citizen Queen Photo Of Citizen Queen. Photo Of Citizen Queen from left to right Hannah, Cora, Kaylah,Nina & Kaedi. This Girl Group is known for its beautiful covers, strong harmonies that blend so well together and they're so good we had to recognise and appreciate. Consisting of Hannah, Kaedi, Kaylah, Cora & Nina. They released their debut single Call Me Queen which is a strong women empowerment song with a touch of flirtatious energy packed with confidence "Keep  my head up, head up in heels high"  they sing on the sultry club ready hit. Followed by No Ego which is a sizzling song another one that is confidence filled. Hannah sings "I'm  that bitch"  with so much assurance you can't help but sing along, very catchy and daring. And finally the ballad "Y" it is emotionally driven on key, you'll  relate to this song, we all have that someone who left us without any reason leaving us in question...

Mzansi On Notice: All Things Amigo Jeans with Morgan.

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Mzansi On Notice: Amigo Jeans founder Morgan is a Functioning Fashion. Photo Of Morgan. We sat down with a young man who holds many titles, Actor, Entrepreneur. Musician and so on, we could go on and on. He shared some of his challenges, motivation and tea over coffee. Here's what went down: Welcome to Mzansi Avenue Thank you for joining us Mcking: So who is Morgan and what does he do? Morgan: Morgan is nothing but a young entrepreneur, musician, actor, and brand owner of a local clothing brand called Amigo Jeans. [I] Started the clothing brand in 2017 but established it in 2018. In terms of music entertainment, I was inspired by the likes of Cassper Nyovest, K.O, Notsi, 50 Cent just to mention a few. After then, I've decided to start writing and recording my own music,  [it all started] in 2015. Mcking: And how do you juggle and balance all these different roles? Morgan: I do music part time and sell Amigo Jeans merchandise for a living. Mcking: And how did  Amigo ...

Avenue Music: Album Stream: Straight Outta Bushbuckridge By Reya Rey and Keen9

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Avenue Music: Album Stream: Straight Outta Bushbuckridge by Reya Rey and Keen9 Photo Of Keen9 (left) and Reya Rey (right) Official Artwork. They're back with another interesting project in touch with the desire to make it where they're most passionate with stunning cuts like The Legacy which has a feel good vibe to it. Not Easy is more reflective and appreciative, addressing how the road to success is full of setbacks but keep on. This project is a must listen it's meaningful. Fun. Creative and with a colourful personality. Do check it out. Tracklist. Link: https://m.soundcloud.com/user-390066300/sets/straight-outta-bushbuckridge

Hip Hop Hotties: Men In Music: Nytro Bendana

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Hip Hop Hotties: Men In Music: Nytro Bendana Photo Of Nytro. This week we have the talented rapper featured on this segment. He shared a bit about himself.. I Am Ntiyiso Excellent Bango professionally known as Nytro Bendana, I'm from Buffelshoek. I'm a Rapper.& I make music because music is the only way I'm able to express myself, Rap especially, it gives me the power to say anything Or be anything. What I like the most about music is that through it I can speak for others . The 27 year old Rapper seems to have a adventurous take on life with how he's always on the move and on social media he's always insightful and positive. He also shared a few favourites; "My favourite things to do is rading. My number 1 all time favourite book is thehe Bible. I'm a huge Wresting Fan. I write a lot of music and draw a lot, I'm a very artist person. @NytroBendana on Facebook