Gaucho ... Gina Shoemaker

"We gotta do much more than believe if we really wanna change things," sings Dave Matthews in his beautiful song, Gaucho. A woman who takes his advice to heart is horticulturist, Gina Shoemaker. 

She is passionate about bringing life back to the soils and chats to us, among other things, about Landscaping, Rain Water Harvesting, Commercial Worm Farms and composting. Gina is on a mission to create jobs in South Africa and works closely with Food & Trees for Africa to ensure a greener future. She strongly believes in educating the youth to change mindsets around growing organic food and recycling of organic waste.

Gina Shoemaker: " iStart2 recycle organic waste"

Gina says: "Six days after planting, the left side was fertilized with worm castings harvested from Commercial worm farms at Food and Trees for Africa's Retabising FEED farm. Four tons of agricultural waste was recycled and here are the results!!!!" See for yourself. Get in touch with Gina at Green Earth Landscaping

Great music on the show by Dave Matthews and Zain Bhikha's "Some Day" from the new iStart2Sing cd. Just click play to listen to the show:



Thought of the Day:
"We belong in a bundle of life" - Archbishop Desmond Tutu

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Newsflash: iStart2Sing (Official Music Video) Magic! :-)

Magic! ‪#‎iStart2Sing‬ Official video now on Youtube! Thank you Yvonne Chaka Chaka, Karin, Icon Pops, Dudu, Herman, Ziyon, Zubz The Last Letta, Bianca, Dudu, JB Arthur, Mo'mint Studios, Roland Erasmus, Christopher Keys, Eric Stoch, Cavall Burgess, James Kinloch, Cian Mclelland, JP Du Toit, Keitu Gwangwa, Simon Manda, Vanda Joubert, Minimax Performing Arts, The Hit Parade Foundation and everybody who worked so hard to make this a success



Start2Sing : Lyrics

 
I am because you are, Children of the earth
A planet crying out to those who hear
And when we join our hands together as the brotherhood of man
We start to see a new tomorrow drawing near…

I start to sing a song of joy
I start to dance a dance so free
I start to shout a shout of hope for the world to hear
Now let us sing from the mountain side
Every voice joined in deepest pride
For we sing the soul and cry of Africa

I START TO SING A SONG OF JOY
I START TO DANCE A DANCE SO FREE
I START TO SHOUT A SHOUT OF HOPE FOR THE WORLD TO HEAR
NOW LET US SING FROM THE MOUNTAIN SIDE
EVERY VOICE JOINED IN DEEPEST PRIDE
FOR WE SING THE SOUL AND CRY OF AFRICA

We’ll take care of the weak, the endangered and the old
We’ll lead the way across the nation
We want to leave behind a legacy for generations to enjoy
For what we save today is tomorrow’s provision

ISTART2 SING A SONG OF JOY
ISTART TO DANCE A DANCE SO FREE
ISTART TO SHOUT A SHOUT OF HOPE FOR THE WORLD TO HEAR
NOW LET US SING FROM THE MOUNTAIN SIDE
EVERY VOICE JOINED IN DEEPEST PRIDE
FOR WE SING THE SOUL AND CRY OF AFRICA

I plant the thought right now
A seed in your mind and your heart right now
The future for all right now
Depends on what we start right now
The path that we walk right now
Leads to the light or the dark right now
The journey we embark on now
Decides victory or loss right now
I start to get up and know my place
My place in the big picture
I start to get up and own my space

My space in a world which is
Full of untold wonders, riches
Handed down by our predecessors
As a steward for generations
In the future
Here's to the future!

I start to sing a song of joy
I start to dance a dance so free
I start to shout a shout of hope for the world to hear
Now let us sing from the mountain side
Every voice joined in deepest pride
For we sing the soul and cry of Africa

ISTART2 SING A SONG OF JOY
ISTART TO DANCE A DANCE OF FREE
ISTART TO SHOUT A SHOUT OF HOPE FOR THE WORLD TO HEAR
NOW LET US SING FROM THE MOUNTAIN SIDE
EVERY VOICE JOINED IN DEEPEST PRIDE
FOR WE SING THE SOUL AND CRY OF AFRICA

I start to forgive, and when I start to forgive…
I start to live again, and when I start to live again…
I start to receive..

Composed: JB Arthur
Lyrics: JB Arthur & Zubz

iStart2 Sing on Heritage Day 2014 ... Vuyiso Tshabalala

First time on Radio! We celebrate Heritage Day with a beautiful song, iStart2 Sing, signature song of the iStart2 Movement and a few tracks from the iStart2Sing The Soul of Africa CD.

Sitting at pole position on the cd is iStart2’s vibrant anthem and theme song ‘iStart2 Sing’, an unswerving, energetic and celebratory call to action. Written and produced by Emmy award winner JB Arthur, ‘iStart2 Sing’ combines the talents of the Princess of Africa Yvonne Chaka Chaka, Afrikaans chanteuse Karin Hougaard, the multi-talented Bianca Le Grange, SA’s top indigenous music legend and recent 21Icon recipient Pops Mohamed, House music superstar Jonathan ‘Ziyon’ Hamilton from Liquideep, Rapper on the rise Zubz and the spirited performing artist Dudu Majola.

Today we talk to Vuyiso about heritage & sustainability trough fashion. She also chats to us about The Style Fashion Week event that is targeting young aspiring fashion designers looking to break into the fashion industry and grow their brand. Vuyiso's mission is to focus on our heritage and traditional clothes to empower indigenous people. Her passion is simple; “We incorporate African elements in the current fashion trend and our mission is to bring heritage fashion into our everyday lifestyle." She believes people need to be informed and educated about our heritage.

To listen to Vuyiso, iStart2Sing and two new tracks from the iStart2Sing cd, Believe by Ntsiki Mazwai and Die Laaste Trein by Daniel Eeuwrick, Just click play below:





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The iStart2 Show on Radio Today 1485 AM in Jozi, Nationally on DSTV Audio Channel 869 or worldwide on www.1485.org.za. Show hosted by Pierre du Toit and the beautiful Keitu Gwangwa. The show is broadcast every Monday at 17h30 and repeated on Thursdays at 17h30 (SA Time)


Have a wonderful Heritage Day!

iStart2 Sing a song of joy ... Pierre du Toit & Keitu Gwangwa

Catch some behind the scenes experiences in the making of the iStart2 Sing cd.

Pops Mohamed & Keitu Gwangwa on Morning Live on SABC Saturday 20 September 2014.

The iStart2Sing (The Soul Of Africa) CD compilation combines in a wonderful and enlightening journey through a diverse South African musical landscape. The compilation combines subtely stated wisdoms and insights with dynamic and entertaining songs. ‘iStart2Sing’ gathers together 16 multifarious tracks from a wide range of South African voices, it features contributions from Yvonne Chaka Chaka, Jonas Gwangwa, Pops Mohamed, Jennifer Ferguson, Sheraaz, Cindy Alter, Ntsiki Mazwai, and Daniel Eeuwrick amongst others.

Sitting at pole position on the cd is iStart2’s vibrant anthem and theme song ‘iStart2 Sing’, an unswerving, energetic and celebratory call to action. Written and produced by Emmy award winner JB Arthur, ‘iStart2 Sing’ combines the talents of African queen Yvonne Chaka Chaka, Afrikaans chanteuse Karin Hougaard, the multi-talented Bianca Le Grange, SA’s top indigenous music legend and recent 21Icon recipient Pops Mohamed, House music superstar Jonathan ‘Ziyon’ Hamilton from Liquideep, Rapper on the rise Zubz and the spirited performing artist Dudu Majola.

Designed to capture South Africans imagination, the song embodies the iStart2 vision and urges us to ‘start too’ on a journey of self discovery and sustainability. iStart2 have taken their unending love of the power of art and with it compiled this amazing journey that not only celebrates home grown talent, but also dives deep into the hearts and souls of our people.

To listen to some of the tracks played on the iStart2 Show ... click play:


Thought of the Day - Catch Pops Mohamed on Saturday SABC Morning live for some behind the scenes footage of the iStart2 initiative.

The iStart2 Show on Radio Today 1485 AM in Jozi, Nationally on DSTV Audio Channel 869 or worldwide on www.1485.org.za. Show hosted by Pierre du Toit and the beautiful Keitu Gwangwa. The show is broadcast every Monday at 17h30 and repeated on Thursdays at 17h30 (SA Time)

News Flash: Pops Mohamed on 21 Icons

21 ICONS South Africa features the seventh icon of its second season: acclaimed musician and producer, Pops Mohamed, who has been playing, protecting, and nurturing traditional ways of making music in South Africa for the last 30 to 40 years.

“We’re like a pregnant country. We keep giving birth to good things, bad things, whatever it is, but we are here now.” - Pops Mohamed

Mohamed sees his commitment to preserving traditions as “futuristic”. He explains this view: “It’s the same as if you’re having a problem with your hard drive. If we don’t back up things, we lose them. It’s the same with culture. If you don’t know where you’re coming from, you’ll never know where you’re going to. In order to move forward in life you have to take a few steps backwards. You can’t just live for now or live in the future without understanding your background. It’s not possible."

POPS MOHAMED in the making of 21 Icons, will be screened on Sunday on SABC 3 at 8:27pm.

Check out the promo video here

Let the Children live ... Don ChakaMingz & Valerie Gamache

Valerie Gamache hopes to inspire others to participate in humanitarian initiatives in an effort to contribute positively to the world: "I live my life in a journey which has purpose". Valerie is teaming up with HipHop artist and entrepreneur, Don ChakaMingz to focus on creating a more sustainable world. " I want to see love more prominent in the world. Be yourself, be unique", says Don. 

Valerie Gamache and Don ChakaMingz starts2

Look out for the iStart2 collaboration with outstanding activists and artists in the future. Valerie challenges individuals and corporations to make a bigger impact on various crisis affecting humanity. " Sustainability does not mean charity. We need to empower people and make them part of the solution". Inspiring to have chatted to Valerie and Don ChakaMingz on the iStart2 Show.

To listen to the show just click play:



 Thought of the Day

 
The iStart2 Show on Radio Today 1485 AM in Jozi, Nationally on DSTV Audio Channel 869 or worldwide on www.1485.org.za. Show hosted by Pierre du Toit and the beautiful Keitu Gwangwa. The show is broadcast every Monday at 17h30 and repeated on Thursdays at 17h30 (SA Time)

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Nizalwa Ngobani ... Serge Kaluw (Urban Zulu)

If garments tell a story then Urban Zulu is the mouthpiece for the urban and culture conscious African. Urban Zulu was established in the year 2004 by Congolese native, Papy Kaluw who was inspired by the colourful and rich Zulu culture - from the landscapes of KwaZulu Natal to the humility of its inhabitants.

Serge Kaluw starts2: 

"You can be anything you wanna be"

The concept of Urban Zulu is derived from the term izulu, which means heaven in IsiZulu. We chatted to Serge Kaluw, brother of Papy and creative director of Urban Zulu about their clothing line that is in high demand by old and existing clients as well as massive interest in creations that celebrate the beautiful people and talents of people in Africa. Serge shares their challenges, dreams and his views on creating sustainable living through fashion.

Thank you Urban Zulu for dressing the iStart2 presenters for the BASA Awards. Keitu looked stunning!

Keitu dressed by Urban Zulu.
Pictured here with Cavall Burgess 

at the BASA Awards

To listen to the show just click play:







Thought of the Day:

Remember 5 September 2014 ... remember your contribution and a big Casual Day celebration with persons with disabilities from all over South Africa. It is so easy to make a difference!

Tune in at 17h30 to the iStart2 Show on Radio Today 1485 AM in Jozi, Nationally on DSTV Audio Channel 869 or worldwide on www.1485.org.za. Show hosted by Pierre du Toit and the beautiful Keitu Gwangwa. The show is broadcast every Monday at 17h30 and repeated on Thursdays at 17h30 (SA Time).