Jack Daniels Sound City

With just over 2 weeks to go to Africa's most prestigious horse racing event, the Vodacom Durban July, Jack Daniels has announced that they're coming back bigger and better with their Jack Daniel's Sound City Marquee. In association Vuzu Amp, YFM & Gagasi FM, the Jack Daniel's Sound City is set to be the most spectacular party and lifestyle experience at the countries great horse racing event. 

The 2nd of July see's Durban's Greyville transform into the nations party capital with a day full of racing and a night full of partying. Whether you're there for the races, the fashion or just there to have a good time, the Vodacom Durban July is the premier event to be at and Jack Daniel's Sound City is the place to be seen. With a host of some of the hottest local artist set to perform, a large dance floor, VIP and VVIP lounges, why would you want to go anywhere else?

Jack Daniel's has a reputation of being the best marquee to be at and this years is no different. Organizers have pulled out all the stops to ensuring that Sound City will be the hottest marquee at the July, it aims to deliver fans a unique experience that combines luxurious hospitality, high fashion and a social atmosphere together with an untouchable stage and sound experience. All in a city of marquees built on premium raised hospitality decks, which exists for just 1 day of the year!

The party starts from midday and continues into the evening some of Mzanzi's finest entertaining the crowds, some of which include Black Coffee, Mi Casa, Mafikizolo, K.O, Nasty C, Kid X, Aewon Wolf, Speedsta and many more. Jack Daniel's also is known for giving up and coming artist a chance to play, this year see's DJ Wobbly, Nelz and Breeze take to the Sound City stage for their shot in the spot light. 

Tickets for Jack Daniel's Sound City starts from R490 for General, R1700 for VIP and R2750 for VVIP and available at Computicket now. For a detail break down on what each ticket includes, please see below. 

General (Silver) – R490pp	VIP (Gold) – R1 700pp	VVIP (Platinum) – R2 750pp
Cocktail lounge 50 metres of bar Café restaurant Plasma screens with live racing feed Betting facilities	Exclusive decked VIP Lounge 40 metres of bar Included in the ticket price is a complimentary bar service* (11am – 5pm) Light lunch Buffet dinner Private toilet facilities Trackside viewing deck Plasma screens with live racing feed Private betting facilities *Complimentary bar service includes free local spirits, wines, beers and soft drinks, Premium stock on sale.	Exclusive VVIP Lounge Premium décor Included in the ticket price is a complimentary bar service* (11am-10pm) Light lunch Buffet dinner Trackside viewing deck Plasma screens with live racing feed Private luxury toilets Private betting facilities Fully staffed facility, including dedicated waitresses, bar staff, hostesses, security and senior management.   *Complimentary bar service includes free local spirits, wines, beers and soft drinks, Premium stock on sale.

For more information, or to pre-book a Private Table of 10 or 20, which includes Bottle service, please contact Spha on 079 034 1445 or e-mail hospitality@rusco.co.za

The Jack Daniel's Sound City Marquee experience will be open from 11am-10pm. Please note that the entrance ticket to the Greyville racecourse must be bought separately to the Sound City tickets. For more, visit www.jdsoundcity.co.za 

Amstel Lite is here!

In this modern day lifestyle that we lead on a day to day basis, many are opting to go healthy, whether is going on new diets created by crazy professors, increasing their training or attempting marathons or running over mountains, the name of the game is get fit and lead a healthier life. To achieve this, cutting down on calories is a must but that means giving up some of your favourite things to eat and drink but the guys at Amstel have taken note of this and earlier this month launched Amstel Lite. 

Like some of the other "light" variants on the market, Amstel ensures that while their new beer contains 25% less calories and only 4% alcohol, they haven't altered the taste. “We have worked extremely hard to ensure that Amstel Lite still tastes like a full-flavoured beer. Just because it’s lite, doesn’t mean it has to be light on taste, and taste is something we will never compromise on.” says Amstel's marketing manager Diederik Vos. Also Amstel Lite is brewed just the same as Amstel Lager, in 21 days to ensure a premium quality product that one can purchase in either a glass bottle or can in various sizes. Both of which are packages in a new eye catching packaging. 

To celebrate the launch of their new product, Amstel hosted parties in the 3 major cities. I was lucky enough to attend the Durban leg of the launch at the popular township hotspot Max's in Umlazi. Nestled in the hustle that is one of the biggest townships outside Durban, the vibe was incredible and nothing like I experienced before. To add to it, Amstel brought the party to town with a host of the best local talent at the moment in SA. From Twinz on Decks, Casper Nyovest to K.O and Kid X who's song Caracara is currently topping the local charts. Although it was on a Sunday, the party carried on to the early hours of Monday morning with plenty of Amstel Lite to keep the party going on. So next time you find yourself a bar, opt for the Lite option.