Catch up Music keeps evolving, but for some reason there are people who refuse to adapt and embrace new sounds. You know, those types of people who always complain about how back in the day there used to be real musicians and they used to kill it. I am tired of such music fans, coming every day with your “music hasn't been the same since…” remarks. Sure, there are some things the music and culture are lacking. There always will be, and I pray that there will always be, some pure-hearted people around who are genuinely concerned with the growth of it. But (1) the music you are asking for still exists and you can and will find it if you stop solely relying on mainstream media to determine what you listen to; and (2) things are evolving pretty well if you look closely. Someone needs to create a time machine, load all of you throwback folks into it and send you back to 2005 where you can do dance moves in your Dickies outfits for all eternity. My point is, it is not fair that you keep belittling new artists just because they make music that does not appeal to you. This is their era and let them own and be proud of their sounds and style of music without constantly being put against those who came before them.
Anyway, I just needed to get that out of my chest. Cool, I have gracefully just reached my 10th tjil edition. I thank you for all the continuous support you give me on all platforms. Over the past couple of weeks, I have personally been meditating on one revelation I believe I received as a means of fulfilling my cool music purpose.
What I have come to realise and accept is that tjil has grown beyond the point of just being considered art and entertainment supplement, but the tjil brand itself has transitioned into a 'cultural' publication. Cultural in what sense? Namibian entertainment and lifestyle culture. Sure, since its inception tjil's most important segment or beat has always been the music side, but tjil has also considered other areas of our entertainment scene just as important, if you think about it, so music, fashion, lifestyle, beauty pageants, comedy, art, photography, dance and overall creativity plus design all bundled up is what a tjil edition issue should be made of.
It is for these reasons that we always try to bring you diverse entertainment stories and features for your perusal pleasures. So why catch up? Okay, keep up. By now the year 2019 is steadily approaching its mid-term and we have witnessed how certain artists have solidified their brands within the culture. So in a way this edition is putting a shine on artists and creatives who have given the Namibian entertainment scene the impression that they are ahead of their competition. Among other features, not only is this a way to honour and praise KK who graces the cover of this edition because of his unending drive to elevate himself in all that he does. This edition once again profiles the new talent you should look out for and brings you the latest entertainment news. Enjoy!
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