In 2025, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Ramases’ “Glass Top Coffin,” a unique progressive rock masterpiece blending spirituality and artistry, reflecting his tragic yet visionary journey from salesman to artist.
Author Archives: Brian Currin
One Year of “Between Time”: Celebrating Steve Louw’s Magnum Opus
Today marks one year since Steve Louw’s acclaimed double album “Between Time” was released, showcasing remarkable storytelling and musical collaboration, resonating globally with its powerful themes and live performances.
Flash Fearless Versus The Zorg Women Parts 5 & 6: Celebrating 50 Years of Musical Madness
Fifty years after its release, Flash Fearless Versus The Zorg Women Parts 5 & 6 remains a groundbreaking rock opera that blends humour, talented musicians, and comic aesthetics, creating a lasting legacy in music history.
Five Decades of Rock Excellence: Celebrating Rabbitt’s “Boys Will Be Boys!” at 50
Rabbitt’s debut album “Boys Will Be Boys!” revolutionised South African rock upon its 1975 release, achieving rapid gold certification. Led by Trevor Rabin, it showcased diverse musical influences and remains influential even fifty years later.
Birthdays: September
A list of musicians’ birthdays for September, highlighting notable figures like Buddy Holly, Roger Waters, and B.B. King across various influential music genres.
The South African Rock Show, 1 September 2025
This 90-minute playlist features diverse genres, including South African sounds, indie rock, and blues, highlighting artists like the Ndlovu Youth Choir and Tim Parr, creating a musical journey.
Top Tunes: Great Afrikaans Songs
A handful of outstanding songs that capture the poetic beauty that seems to flow so naturally in Afrikaans. Far from exhaustive, but definitely worth a listen!
Ndlovu Youth Choir – Bohemian Rhapsody
The Ndlovu Youth Choir, famed for their America’s Got Talent appearance, made history with an isiZulu version of Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody,” officially approved by Queen’s members and honouring African traditions.
Waiting for the Dawn: 35 Years of Big Sky’s Masterpiece
Big Sky’s album “Waiting for the Dawn” marks its 35th anniversary, celebrating its influential role in South Africa’s transition to democracy through powerful music and poignant themes of hope and struggle.
What’s New on the South African Rock Encyclopedia
A celebration of South Africa’s musical heritage, featuring top album lists, notable albums, and tributes to artists like Crocodile Harris, Gwynneth Ashley Robin, and Larry Amos.