HOUT BAY, WESTERN CAPE, SOUTH AFRICA: 21 May 2012: Head down to the Bay Harbour Market this weekend for an eclectic blend of home grown musical talent.

Starting the weekend off is Philip Malan who takes to Bay Harbour Market’s Brampton Sound Stage for Friday Nite LIVE! on May 25th. Inspired by the likes of Tony Cox and Steve Newman, Philip Malan is an acoustic guitar maestro with formal musical training who has developed a finger-picking style unique enough to call his own. He will be performing solo pieces from his up and coming album ‘Faithful’ and will also be joined on stage later in the evening by the rest of his band.

Friday also sees a visit from the lucky winners of the recently-held DStv subscriber challenge who will be treated to a weekend of awesome cultural activities in Cape Town, including a trip to the Bay Harbour Market, wine bottling at Alto Wine Estate and a night of wine tasting and glamour at the TOPS Gugulethu Wine Festival.

Anthony Stroebel, co-founder of the Bay Harbour Market says; "It's fantastic to be a part of something that promotes new and exciting tourism ventures in Cape Town to a diverse crowd of warm people. Our city is full of colourful places created for all, from the bustling streets of Gugulethu to the flourishing Bay Harbour Market in Hout Bay."

Entertaining audiences on Saturday May 26 is Abbott Jazz featuring acclaimed keyboard player “J”, Peter Dlodlo on sax and Dave Novis on percussion and drums. The trio will be joined by a few muso friends who will add some extra flavour as they work their way through a collection of traditional-style New Orleans jazz numbers.

Ending the weekend off in style on Sunday May 27 is talented guitarist and singer Alan Evans. Alan will be playing a few sets of recognisable 60s blues, rock and folk tunes as well as a couple of originals that are sure to impress. Pink Floyd, Radiohead, Tom Waits, Bob Marley and Muddy Waters will be the order of the day.

The Bay Harbour Market, Hout Bay also showcases over 100 stalls featuring arts, crafts, fashion, decor and delicious cuisine.

Venue: Brampton Sound Stage, Bay Harbour Market, Hout Bay
Artists: Philip Malan, Abbott Jazz, Alan Evans
Address: 31 Harbour Road, Hout Bay, Cape Town, 7806
Date: 25-27 May 2012
Time: Friday: 5pm-9pm; Saturday and Sunday: 9h30am-4pm
Website: www.bayharbour.co.za
Facebook: www.facebook.com/bayharbour
Twitter: www.twitter.com/bayharbourmkt
More information: Tel: 082 570 5997; Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Editors Notes
The Brampton Sound Stage at the Bay Harbour Market, Hout Bay is a popular platform for the country’s most exciting musical talents to showcase their abilities. The market attracts a wide-ranging audience with a keen interest in all things home-grown, with a consciousness for recycling!

From the vivacious colours of local arts and crafts and the delicious scent of freshly baked bread to the melodic tones of an animated guitarist or the festive banter of local traders, the Bay Harbour Market in Hout Bay is an embodiment of creative South African energy and vibrancy. A bustling and busy market, this weekend wonderland of exquisite art, craft, fashion and food is a gathering ground for people of all ages and cultures.