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Angelique Kidjo, the energetic singer-songwriter and activist from the Republic of Benin, represents a rare African phenomenon. In many respects, she belongs to the illustrious musical lineage of “Mama Africas” – the likes of South Africa’s Miriam Makeba, Letta Mbulu and Yvonne Chaka Chaka, Cape Verde’s Cesaria Evora and Mali’s Oumou Sangare. These powerful maternal personages are distinctive for their regal bearing, a grand sense of responsibility in sharing Africa’s cultural heritage, and protecting the dignity of the African woman. They may not always articulate this political and aesthetic worldview in so many words, but their carriage says it all. Mama Africas could be defined by the strength of their voices, their rich and colourful cultural pedigrees and their duty to preserve what has been handed over to them through…
The Jonas Brothers announced a new LP, The Album, as they received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The trio – siblings Joe, 33, Nick, 30, and 35-year-old Kevin Jonas – received the honour at Hollywood Boulevard on Monday, and the Sucker hitmakers used the occasion to reveal that the follow-up to their 2019 comeback record, Happiness Begins, will be released on May 5. Nick said: “We are excited to announce today that our new album, The Album, will be coming out 5 May. And we can’t wait to see you on tour later this year.” Kevin said: “This (award) is a testament to the love and support of our fans, our family, and our friends who have been with us every step of the way. Thank you…
Marc Maron has slammed the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ decision to investigate Andrea Riseborough’s Oscar campaign. The 59-year-old actor has hit out at the news the organisation is set to conduct a review of the campaign procedures around this year’s nominees after his To Leslie co-star received a surprise nod in the Best Actress category. Marc claimed Andrea’s campaign – which allegedly saw high-profile stars including Edward Norton, Jennifer Aniston and Charlize Theron encouraged to praise the film on social media or host screenings of the movie after being contacted by its director Michael Morris, and his wife Mary McCormack – has upset the Academy because it “threatens their system”. Speaking on his podcast, WTF with Marc Maron, the comedian said: “Apparently, the Academy of Motion Picture…
Pamela Anderson’s Netflix documentary is worth watching for many reasons, but one of the greatest lessons it has to offer is what a victim-survivor of intimate partner abuse looks like: resilient, resourceful, eternally optimistic and compassionate. Unlike most other victim-survivors, Anderson has been granted a platform for a narrative we still rarely hear in the mass media but which professionals in the field have known for decades. People who experience intimate partner abuse are not the submissive stereotype but are often strong-willed and resistant. Netflix is billing Pamela, A Love Story as a “humanising documentary”, necessary precisely because this is a woman who has been systematically dehumanised by media narratives. Anderson’s voice has always been drowned out by stories other people have written about her. Most recently her experiences in…
He’s a renowned film-maker, successful restaurateur and wine aficionado, and now serial entrepreneur Thapelo Mokoena introduces yet another exciting offering to his bespoke list of products under his repertoire with the launch of Bakoena Beard Care. The home-grown male grooming solution is available in an assortment of products ranging from hand-blended beard oils, beard wash and beard butter, providing an innovative addition to Africa’s beauty and grooming landscape. We caught up with the businessman to find out more about his views on success, the process of building his business and the product itself. “I think the secret to success is not feeling successful. Not feeling like you’ve succeeded. Because I think I’m far from that,” says Mokoena. “I’m building, constructing, developing and creating. I’m on a journey of success. Am…
Women’s long-lasting perfumes often have fascinating notes. Here are a few options worth investing in: Lovely Sarah Jessica Parker Eau de Parfum Spray This is a must-have for women who enjoy floral, woodsy, and musky scents. It has lovely undertones that come together to create a pleasant yet modern aroma. Patchouli, orchid, and paperwhites are introduced as the top notes of bergamot, mandarin, rosewood, apple martini, and lavender gradually fade. Underlying notes of white amber and cedar wood complete the perfume. Oscar by Oscar de la Renta Eau de Toilette This has a wonderful perfume that begins with a floral note of orange blossom, coriander seeds, and basil. These notes combine beautifully with the delicate middle notes of ylang-ylang, tuberwood, and jasmine. As the earlier notes fade, the base notes…
