Katzbru Drops ‘Triage Tape’

Katzbru Drops 'Triage Tape'

Audio Release Date: 4 December2020

Music Video Release Date: 4 December 2020

https://www.instagram.com/katzbru/KatzBru, in conjunction with CTT Beats is proud to release their very first ‘Triage Tape’. If you have not heard this term before, you are not the only one – the team has coined this term to describe the release of 3 snappy songs. Triage Tape commonly used in a major incident resonates with us predicting the Triage Tape being a major incident in the SA music scene.

In these songs KatzBru talks about hustle and resilience, something this Sowetan native has first-hand experience of. Not his first rodeo as he has previously released an EP titled “Invulnerable”. KatzBru brings his own unique interpretation of the UK Drill genre whilst channelling Pop Smoke and Travis Scott. These tracks are sure to heat up your summer with its fast-flowing lyrics. This is his first interpretation of the genre which originates in London, New York and Chicago.

Having recently joined forces with the man behind CTT Beats, Mark Insley, after being introduced by a mutual contact, this rapper’s 2020 drastically got busier. The ‘Triage Tape’ is not the only project born out of this partnership, so keep an eye out for more projects coming your way. Produced and mastered in the Mother City by CTT Beats in conjunction with the team’s key producer Takura Moyo a.k.a ‘Beatsmith’, this is sure to be a local favourite with its infectious flow. Mark, also a director of ‘Cape Town Thing’ built this platform to help provide South African artists with a platform and resources to push their sound, fusing UK influenced sound with their unique African styles.

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November 27, 2020December 9, 2020

POZAY – Hot New Single by Ave Le Roi

'POZAY' - Hot new single by Ave Le Roi ft JBoy

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Audio Release Date: 23 October 2020

Music Video Release Date: 27 November 2020

‘Pozay’ is the hot new single to come from Cape Town rapper Ave Le Roi. Demonstrating his ever catchy lyrics and flow, ‘Pozay’ is the result of a much planned collaboration on the super hot Drill Genre. Founder of Cape Town Thing, Mark Insley was blown away by Ave Le Roi’s interpretation of a beat they had found from US-based Hozay beats and when playing it to artists in Brixton (UK) there was demand for a feature to be added and ‘Pozay Feat . ‘J Boy’ was soon created. ‘J Boy’ adds a clinical verse on the fast moving London life he lives and his experience in the genre adds a global appeal to the single. ‘J Boy’s’ biggest success has come from ‘Fun With It’, 8 million-plus views and the genre starting ‘Salute’ back in 2015. With the stunning beat and Production and the lyrical contributions of Ave Le Roi and J Boy, this has the potential to be a huge hit for the collective.

CTT Beats is the artist name for Mark Insley who splits his time between the UK and Cape Town where he has established beat-making, production and songwriting skills as an arm of his “Cape Town Thing” company which is also involved in fashion, sport and travel. Musically he brings an in-depth knowledge of Grime and Drill music to the collaborations in conjunction with the team’s key producer Takuro Moyo aka “Beatsmith”, Cape Town Thing provides South African artists with the platform and resources to push their sound, fusing UK influenced sound with their unique African styles. Ave Le Roi was discovered by founder Mark Insley in Cape Town and after years of planning, they have collaborated with their brand new single ‘Pozay’ in which Ave Le Roi demonstrates his versatility with catchy hooks throughout this potentially breakthrough single.

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November 13, 2020December 9, 2020

J’burg Rapper takes on exciting Drill Genre

Jo'burg Rapper Takes On Exciting Drill Genre

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Release Date: 13 November 2020

‘Rich’ is the new single to come from Johannesburg rapper Miss Nozinatorr. Flexing her rapid flow on this new track, ‘Rich’ is the result of a powerful introduction to the fast-flowing hard lyrics of Miss Nozinatorr. Founder of CTT Beats, Mark Insley was blown away by Miss Nozinatorr’s freestyles on social media and immediately reached out to her. ‘Rich’ was produced and mastered in Cape Town by CTT Beats and marks the start of an exciting future for the pair.

Both newcomers to the Drill genre which originates in London, New York & Chicago but is fast spreading to the world, ‘Rich’ is Miss Nozinatorr’s first interpretation of the genre. Bringing out her huge personality in ‘Rich’, Miss Nozinatorr channels Nikki Minaj energy as she breaks her way into the male-dominated industry. The highly produced video reveals Miss Nozinatorr’s infectious energy and drive and sets ‘Rich’ up to be a heavy-hitting single for CTT Beats.

CTT Beats is the artist name for Mark Insley who splits his time between the UK and Cape Town where he has established beat-making, production and songwriting skills as an arm of his “Cape Town Thing” company which is also involved in fashion, sport and travel. Musically he brings an in-depth knowledge of Grime and Drill music to the collaborations in conjunction with the team’s key producer Takuro Moyo aka ‘Beatsmith’. Cape Town Thing provides South African artists with the platform and resources to push their sound, fusing UK influenced sound with their unique African styles. Miss Nozinatorr was discovered by founder Mark Insley on Instagram and is being launched with her brand new single ‘Rich’ in which she brings out her full personality and style.

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May 10, 2020October 21, 2020

3 Historical Landmarks in the Mothercity

3 Historical Landmarks You Need to Visit:

South Africa is known for its long journey towards freedom from the oppression caused by the apartheid system. And now that it is a democratic nation it holds 8 official UNESCO Worlds Heritage Sites.

The mother city is filled with beauty and is geographically abundant in its history. Cape Town hosts many historical museums, churches, parks and sites that date far back, that show the richness of its people’s culture. Here are 3 historical landmarks you need to see once everything is back to normal and you are lucky enough to be in Cape Town:

The Castle of Good hope

The Castle of Good Hope was built in the 17^th century on the coast of Table Bay, Cape Town. It is the oldest existing colonial building in South Africa dating back to 1666, by the Dutch East Island Company. The bell still hangs and rings in the castle’s tower as it did over a century ago. Its main purpose was to announce the time and to alert people of incoming danger since as it could be heard from kilometres away. The South African army used it as their headquarters and it also housed a church, a bakery, shops and was once used as a prison.

Now, it’s currently the oldest remaining colonial building in South Africa. You can visit this site for a tour of the gorgeous design and learn more about this fascinating heritage site.

Visiting hours: 11h00, 12h00, 14h00 from Mon-Sat

Where: Darling St and Buiterkant St, Cape Town

Cape Point Lighthouse

The Cape Point Lighthouse is a magnificent World Heritage Site, surrounded by gorgeous valleys, bays and beaches. The first lighthouse was completed in 1859 and is located within the nature reserve, within Table Mountain. It was a significant navigational tool for ships sailing through the night and fog, until the introduction of radars.

The older lighthouse was replaced by the New Cape Point Lighthouse in 1914. This wonderful attraction was treated with respect by sailors for centuries and is definitely worth visiting, the pathway is trailed with flora and fauna on your way down to the Cape.

Visiting hours: October to March 06h00-18h00; September to April 07h00- 17h00

Where: Cape Point Nature Reserve, Cape Town

Robben Island

Robben Island

Take a ferry to visit one of the most historically dense heritage sites in Cape Town. Robbin Island was a brutal prison used by the apartheid government in the 19^th century. Nelson Mandela, South Africa’s first democratically elected president, was imprisoned in Robben Island for fighting for the freedom of the nation.

Take a tour of the prison to learn more about the struggles faced by black freedom fighters and people of colour during their oppression. The island is also home to a colony of African penguins and over 132 fascinating species of birds. You can expect that each tour to be about 3 and a half hours and packed full of information about our country’s journey towards democracy.

Visiting hours: 11am and 1pm daily from Nelson Mandela Gateway, V&A Waterfront

Where: Table Bay, Robben Island

Did you learn something new in this blog post? We are part of a very culturally diverse background and if you are lucky enough to live or visit Cape Town you get to experience a bit of the history that made us who we are. So while we are in lockdown, start planning that adventure for when this is all over we will do everything we have always wanted to do because we now know what it means to live for every day. Check out our Instagram page for more amazing places to explore.

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April 29, 2020October 21, 2020

House Music

Top 3 Bars in Cape Town with House Music

Tough times never last and nor do the boring times, especially when you’re in the city of Cape Town. Known for some of the best restaurants and bars, that satisfy a variety of different music interests to cater to the diversity in the city.

Locals love house music; whether it’s deep house, Gqom, Afro house, electro house or kwaito you can be sure to hear it on the streets of CBD to the clubs and bars.

Here are a few of our current favourites to consider next time you’re on a night out:

Rands

It’s always braai season in South Africa, and good music always goes hand in hand with a successful braai. Rands brings on the heat with exceptional shisa nyama (braai meat) coated with their tasty secret sauce. Founded by brothers Mfundo and Mshayi Mbeki in 2015, this hot and vibey spot continues to attract people with its infectious atmosphere.

As guests enjoy alcoholic beverages and authentic food they can savour the live house music provided by local djs. We recommend going on the weekend or on Thursdays when they serve the best traditional African food.

Where? Makhabeni Road Khayelitsha

When? Monday to Sunday; 10am -11pm

District

District is a premiere events venue and nightclub space in the heart of Cape Town. It boasts a large dance floor area surrounded by plush leather booths and giant chandeliers. It has aesthetic views and live electronic house to dance to. Electric house (also known as EDM)is a subgenre of disco music, dubstep and techno music creating an upbeat fusion made for the club scene.If that sounds like your vibe then pull through to District in Zonnebloem.

Entrance fee:R80/ R100 pp, dress code: casual

Where? Harrington St, Zonnebloem

When? Friday-Saturday; 10pm- 4am

Coco

Extravagant interior, outstanding service, exclusive feel and champagne to go around. If that seems to spark your interest, then Coco is the club to give a try. Get ready for the finest classic house and dance pop music and possibly get a chance to rub shoulders with South African celebrities, elite designers and the famous personalities. On ‘Coco Fridays’ the champagne flows and you’re guaranteed a good time.

Book a reservation on their website: to secure a spot

Where? Loop St, Cape Town City Centre

When? Friday & Saturday; 10pm- 3am

Bringing the vibe and dancing to house as you enjoy a drink with friends has become a uniting culture in South Africa. With such a variety of house music genres there’s certainly one that will match your taste. Whether you like the club scene, a bar or a braai with your mates.

April 20, 2020October 21, 2020

Things To Do After Lockdown

Two weeks after the global pandemic Coronavirus started spreading in South Africa president Cyril Ramaphosa announced a 21-day lockdown. People are counting down the days until the lockdown ends when we can all go outside again and stop quarantining. As you wait you can begin to plan the adventure that awaits you.

Visit Cape Town’s beautiful attractions

Cape Town has some of the most outstanding views in the world. Planning a day out with your friends and family can be a great way to transition from spending more than a month as a hermit to having time outdoors.

Here are 3 popular attractions to visit after lockdown:

V&A Waterfront

What it has to offer: The Cape Wheel, shopping mall, food market, the aquarium and many more.

Grand West Casino

What it has to offer: A casino, Ice Skating, restaurants, bowling, an arcade and laser tag.

Bo-Kaap

What it has to offer: A museum, restaurants with authentic local food and free walking tours (tipping is recommended).

Eat out at Cape Town’s hottest new restaurants

As the days go by you start to realise that you haven’t stocked up on your favourite foods. You may even realise that you might not see another delicious pizza from your favourite pizza place in a while.

A treat to look forward to after lockdown:

Fire Monkey in Claremont
Sloppy Sam pop-up in De Waterkant
The Poke Co Kloof Street in Gardens

Get back into your social life

There’s so much to do here in the beautiful Mother City. Get back into the socials by partying at Cape Town’s vibey nightclubs. It’s a great chance to go out with friends, meet new people and groove to some music

Here are 3 places to go experience Cape Town’s nightlife:

Fiction, Longstreet
The Pink Panther Nightclub, in Strand De Waterkant
Cubana, Greenpoint

Things to keep in mind

Mental and physical health need to be the main priority during and after the lockdown. Try to schedule days that you use to connect with your loved ones and to adjust to the unfamiliarity that will come post lockdown. Try to support local businesses that are being heavily impacted by the lockdown. You can do this by donating to them, buying from markets, street vendors and any other small business.

Even though lockdown ends at the beginning of May, the threat is still real and it’s advised that citizens take it easy and not make any unnecessary trips. Remember to maintain good hygiene practices such as washing your hands regularly and using hand sanitizer. Also try to support as many local businesses as possible as they attempt to get things up and running again.