TRENDING: Ms Gideon is the talk of town thanks to her new release, ‘Jehova’.
Photo: APHRIKE STUDIOS
TRENDING: Ms Gideon is the talk of town thanks to her new release, ‘Jehova’. Photo: APHRIKE STUDIOS

Weekend recap: New music, entertainment events take center stage

MICHAEL KAYUNDE
In the world of music, this past weekend saw some exciting new releases and captivating performances that kept audiences on their toes.

Highly-anticipated single

Leading the pack was the ever-innovative Yeezir, who dropped his highly-anticipated 2023 single titled 'Body Do'.

Accompanied by a visually stunning music video shot by Spectrum Media, the track quickly became a hit among fans and music enthusiasts.

Within just three days, the video garnered an impressive 37 000 views on YouTube, cementing Yeezir's popularity and creative prowess. Fans can look forward to more groundbreaking tunes, as 'Body Do' is only a taste of what's to come, with the artist's debut album set to drop in the final quarter of the year.

Promising future

Not to be outdone, rising star Ms Gideon also delivered a memorable weekend surprise with her debut solo single 'Jehova'. Released on Friday, the song was accompanied by a visually captivating music video that showcased her unique talent and artistic vision.

As the Namibian artist steps into the spotlight, 'Jehova' is already gaining traction and building excitement for her promising future in the music industry.

Thriving creativity

In the realm of entertainment events, Dream Believe Succeed (DBS) and Namibian Sun once again teamed up to host Open Season. The event provided a platform for a myriad of creative entrepreneurs to showcase and sell their art and services.

From talented DJs spinning beats who kept the crowd grooving to the mouthwatering delicacies served up by food vendors and the captivating visual art displays that wowed attendees, Open Season celebrated the thriving creativity and entrepreneurship within the community.

A show to remember

Meanwhile, over at Joker's, the energy was palpable as Rundu native artists, Elia Da Vincii and M-Gee, put on a show to remember.

In a packed venue with the audience cheering them on, the talented artists delivered electrifying performances, bringing some of their biggest hits to life on stage.

The atmosphere was electric, and fans left the venue buzzing with excitement, eagerly awaiting the next opportunity to catch their favourites in action.

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