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Here’s the A to Z of everything One Source Live

Johannesburg - Here’s everything you need to know about One Source Live, an unforgettable festival with more than 20 musicians and creatives which takes place on Saturday, 24 March, at 1 Eloff Precinct in downtown Joburg.

A is for Absolut 

There are a number of Absolut Bars at OSL; come to the Absolut Art Bar for fabulous cocktails and help make a collaborative piece of street art; visit the Absolut Vodka Village for your favourite tipple or take a break at the Absolut Lime Lounge. There are also Absolut Flavour bars in The Market of Art.

B is for Bongo Maffin

Bongo Maffin

The festival will see the legendary kwaito group, led by award-winning singer and songwriter Thandiswa Mazwai, take to the stage in what will be a historic reunion after 12 years apart.

C is for Creative Revolution 

OSL is not just another festival, it’s a movement and an opportunity for Africans to be part of a multi-level festival that leaves audiences with unforgettable interactive experiences across all different categories with musical highlights such as Patoranking. It’s an event that Africa hasn’t seen before.

D is for DJs 

A league of star DJs churning out electrifying grooves including gqom music pioneer DJ Maphorisa.

E is for Eclectic 

There’s something for everyone at this African celebration.

F is for Food, Glorious Food 

On the rooftop at 1 Eloff Precinct there will be the Food Truck Collective with cuisine from South Africa and across the continent.

G is for Getting In 

Tickets are available at One Source Live. The event is taking place in multiple spaces in one venue. One Eloff can be found in central Johannesburg, ideally situated near the M2 Rissik off ramp for quick and easy access. Be responsible if you are drinking and take an Uber or other taxi service! Limited parking will be available in the precinct.

H is for Hashtags 

#BeAbsolut #OneSourceLIVE @AbsolutSA

I is for In the Mix 

Mixing it up at OSL and showcasing their art are South African stylist and multimedia visual artist Trevor Stuurman, Beninese artist Fabrice Monteiro and renowned Kenyan photographer Osborne Macharia

J is for Jozi 

It’s Africa’s music and cultural powerhouse and the perfect city for OSL.

K is for Khuli Chana 

This award-winning rap star and Absolut ambassador will host the main stage at OSL.

L is for Live 

This is how to listen to music!

M is for Market of Art 

The day time excitement will include this specially built market showcasing African creativity and products which will be available for purchase.

N is for Noon til Night 

This multi-level festival is jam packed with all day and all-night entertainment. Doors open at 13:00 but arrive at noon to be in in the front of the queue!

O is for Out-of-Town

The festival is hoping to attract audiences from other parts of South Africa as well as other countries in Africa.

P is for Programme

With a full day and night programme, OSL takes place in multiple spaces at 1 Eloff Precinct in downtown Jo’burg. 

Q is for Question 

So much music, so much to buy and so much to do - so who are you going to see?

R is for Rainforest Stage 

The line-up includes MC Sho Madjozi, raw rapping and lyrical artist Youngsta, J Molley, Thando Nje, Una Ramz, Marley Bloo, Muzi and incredible mix-masters, DJ Rico, Gemini Major and DJ Jawz.

S is for (The) Source 

This is the name of the main stage and you can find a veritable feast of musical talent such as Bongo Maffin, Nigerian reggae-dancehall star Patoranking and gqom music pioneer DJ Maphorisa. There will also be a collaboration to create new tracks on stage with three sets of producers, rappers and vocalists each teaming up to create a new track live in front of the audience - spearheaded by Sho Madjozi. 

T is for Tickets 

At R290 each, they are selling fast on One Source Live for this not-to-be-missed concert with a difference. Howler will provide a cashless environment, so festivalgoers should make sure to load up credit prior to arriving at the venue.

U is for the Universal Language of Music 

With more than 20 musicians and creatives, OSL is a must attend festival.

V is for Vodka 

OSL is made possible thanks to Absolut, the world’s finest vodka, who is investing in African creativity.

W is for Website 

For the full line-up and all information go here. 

X is for Xtra 

Read all about the artists and the day and night line-up on the festival website. 

Y is for You the audience 

One of the most important pieces of the equation.

Z is for ZZZZ 

For all the shut-eye you’re going to need after this exciting day out.

Channel24 is in partnership with One Source Live 2018.

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