When aKing first debuted in 2008, many people’s first question was about whether they’d have anything in common with Fokofpolisiekar, with whom they shared two members. But almost as soon as the “Fokof spinoff” buzz happened, aKing managed to prove themselves as a fiercly maverick, musically strong act. We asked Continue Reading
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Q&A: Colour Faction plays Marco Polo with The Flow
New Joburg-based Indie-pop band Colour Faction recently released their debut, a self-titled EP. It’s fresh, bright, melodic, and remarkably visually inspiring. We got the chance to ask Joshua G. Ackerman a few questions about the fascinating release.
Onderhoud: Loki Rothman en kie is by Liefde by die Dam 2017
Loki Rothman is meestal bekend vir sy virtuoso kitaarspel, maar is ook ‘n sanger en liedjieskrywer in eie reg. Hy het die Top 6 van South Africa’s Got Talent gehaal, en al saam met Jack Parow, Die Heuwels Fantasties, en nou ook Laurika Rauch opgetree en opgeneem. Eersdaags sal hy Continue Reading
Wandile Mbambeni has matured with a new EP
Wandile Mbambeni and his showstopping voice waves on the local singer-songwriter scene when he debuted, and only expanded and matured from there. His new EP, Maturation, is evidence of this. We asked him a few questions about the music and the journey…
Go Barefoot Hails on nobody’s parade
Go Barefoot released a music video for their song Hail, and the collaborative project, featuring three groups of dancers in a parallel narrative to that of the song. The exciting song, beautiful choreography and floating camerawork all come together in a tight package that celebrates the chaos of youth, and Continue Reading
Bad Peter brings you “Bad Beer” at Capital Craft
Bad Peter is a fun-loving, always-exciting indie/folk-rock duo, who’ll be on stage in Pretoria at Capital Craft Beer Festival 2017! We caught them on their way to studio to ask them a few questions…
SMACK! Republic at Capital Craft Beer Festival 2017
SMACK! Republic’s bold beers and eye-catching graphics make for a can’t-miss beer brewery – one of my first stops at this year’s Capital Craft Beer Festival! We asked them a few questions about beer, brewing, and branding.
The colour-filled melodies of PurpleCry
Like pancakes and butter, and ocean views with an ice cold beer, some things in life find perfect harmony with each other, while simultaneously making each other better. This is on course for the alternative rock duo group, PurpleCry.
Jack Black at Capital Craft Beer Festival 2017
Jack Black’s Brewing Co. is one of South Africa’s most recognised craft beer brands – especially because they’re often present at live music events like Park Acoustics. They’re getting ready to take part in this year’s Capital Craft Beer Festival, and we asked them a few questions about the business of Continue Reading
Sunset Sweatshop – Move It at Splashy Fen
Sunset Sweatshop is an exciting new funk/folk/reggae feel-good band from Cape Town. Their first single, Move It, is grabbing attention on radio, and they’ll be playing at Splashy Fen for the first time this coming weekend. We got the opportunity to ask acoustic guitarist and lead vocalist Ian Heyns about the band, Continue Reading