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Reebok made a resounding return to the world of hip hop with its highly anticipated event, Back Like We Never Left, which went down on 7 December 2023. To mark the occasion and celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip hop, the brand collaborated with hip hop heavyweights, DJ Ready D and YoungstaCPT, on the release of a new track, Back Like I Never Left, available on select streaming platforms from 8 December 2023.
The Back Like We Never Left event was a tribute to the golden days of hip hop while also celebrating its present and future. Paying homage to the genre’s 50-year history, the event invited attendees to explore the eras that shaped the culture in real-time. A massive highlight was the debut of Back Like I Never Left, by DJ Ready D and YoungstaCPT.
IMAX and Pathé Live in partnership with Mercury Studios and Queen Films has announced that, for the very first time, one of the world’s biggest bands will perform on cinema’s biggest screens with the global release of “QUEEN ROCK MONTREAL,” exclusively in IMAX® beginning 18 January 2024. This exhilarating live concert from 1981 is a window into Queen in its most unalloyed form, giving audiences a larger-than-life, front-row immersive experience.
The film was digitally re-mastered for the first time into the image and sound quality of The IMAX Experience®, including 12-channel surround sound, crystal-clear images, and IMAX’s customised theatre geometry.
Rid yourself of the back to work blues and come jive, groove and throwback at the 100% Retro: The Party, a music concert with an international line-up at Time Square, Pretoria in January.
This concert is for 80s and 90s dance lovers to reminisce on memories from this sublime musical era, with hits by the world-famous Euro Dance group, ‘Snap!’ and multiple others, performing songs which still have a huge presence around the world and are still entertaining music fans of all ages.
Performing live on stage will be legends including Technotronic, Snap! Dr Alban, Haddaway, Twenty 4 Seven, 2 Unlimited and Rozalla; with legendary local DJs Barney Simon, Alex Jay, Shawny B, Ian Fraser, and South African artist, Nádine.
Tickets start from R435, and can be purchased online at itickets.
Disney+ announced that, in celebration of the fourth season of “The Kardashians”, the streaming service from The Walt Disney Company is bringing an all-new, immersive experience to Gauteng this summer.
‘“TheKardashians Experience” is a unique, free pop-up event that will transport fans into the world of the famous family. Visitors will be able to enter a specially-branded airstream and stop by the glam station before creating their own “konfessional” to camera, which they will then be able to share on social media.
The iconic “konfessional” is a staple part of the series, where the famous family share their own views and thoughts on the latest drama and intrigue – and now fans can get a glimpse into the world of reality TV and create their own shareable social content.
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI – OCTOBER 12: Travis Kelce #87 of the Kansas City Chiefs carries the ball against the Denver Broncos during the second quarter at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on October 12, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by David Eulitt/Getty Images)
ESPN Africa is set to bring the ultimate festive season sports experience straight to your living room with a thrilling line-up of American sports during the upcoming holiday. From basketball, to American football and ice hockey, ESPN has all sports fans across the continent covered, including DStv Access Subscribers, following ESPN’s expansion to the tier.
Mark your calendar for these exciting games:
Christmas Eve – Sunday, 24 December 2023
20:00: ESPN presents a nail-biting NFL showdown (Fixture to be confirmed) in Week 16.
23:25: Stay tuned as ESPN delivers another spectacular NFL game (Fixture to be confirmed) in Week 16.
Christmas Day – Monday, 25 December 2023
03:15: Kick off your Christmas with an electrifying NFL match between Broncos and Patriots in Week 16.
19:00: NBA enthusiasts, gather round for the thrilling matchup between the New York Knicks and the Milwaukee Bucks in the first of many Regular Season games this holiday.
20:00: Switch over to ESPN2 for a high-stakes NFL clash between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 16.
21:30: NBA action continues with the Denver Nuggets facing off against the Golden State Warriors.
23:30: ESPN2 brings you another intense NFL battle, featuring the Philadelphia Eagles against the New York Giants in Week 16.
00:00: Cap off the day with an exciting NBA game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Boston Celtics.
Boxing Day – Tuesday, 26 December 2023
03:00: Catch the NBA heat with the clash between Miami Heat and the Philadelphia 76ers.
03:15: ESPN2 airs an intense NFL matchup between San Francisco 49ers and Baltimore Ravens in Week 16.
05:30: Wind down the day with a thrilling NBA game between the Phoenix Suns and the Dallas Mavericks.
Mzansi Life & Style by Mishkah Roman-Cassiem 