The Radio Rats, South Africa’s unconventional rock band, celebrate 47 years of music with their new album “Vampire Weekends.” Despite changes, they remain dedicated to their unique sound and storytelling.
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Rabbitt – Rock Rabbitt
Rabbitt’s 1977 album “Rock Rabbitt” features Duncan Faure’s songwriting, incorporating various rock styles. Despite their breakup, the album showcased appealing tracks, leaving a nostalgic mark on South African music history.
Rabbitt – A Croak & A Grunt In The Night
Rabbitt’s album “A Croak & A Grunt In The Night” features a blend of glam rock and pop, showcasing Trevor Rabin’s versatile musicianship. Notable tracks include “Tribal Fence” and “A Love You Song.” Overall, it’s a solid 1970s release.
Rabbitt – Boys Will Be Boys!
“Boys Will Be Boys!” is Rabbitt’s influential 1975 rock album featuring creative tracks like “Something’s Going Wrong With My Baby” and “Locomotive Breath,” blending polished production with strong musicianship, achieving gold record status in South Africa.
Radio Rats – Vampire Weekends
“Vampire Weekends”, released October 2025, features various musicians. The nostalgic synopsis reflects on post-performance moments, capturing the essence of small-town gig experiences.
Neil Cloud – St. Cloux
In 1978, Neil Cloud released the innovative rock/dance album “St. Cloux” after his band Rabbitt. Featuring covers like ‘Time Of The Season’, it combined diverse musical elements and showcased notable South African musicians.
Disco Rock Machine – Disco Rock Machine 2
Disco Rock Machine’s 1979 album features covers of tracks by prominent artists, showcasing musicians Trevor Rabin, René Veldsman, and Kevin Kruger. Produced by Rabin, it highlights Rock’s diverse influences in South Africa.
Disco Rock Machine – Time To Love
Disco Rock Machine, featuring Trevor Rabin, blends disco and rock in their 1978 release “Time To Love.” Variations exist by country, with notable covers, including Stevie Wonder’s “Living For The City.”
Disco Rock Machine
Before joining Yes, Trevor Rabin contributed to South Africa’s Disco Rock scene with various bands, including Hot R.S. and Disco Rock Machine, producing notable albums and singles from 1978 to 1980.
From Cassettes to Streaming: A Lifetime of Making Mixtapes
My late father once observed: “You are still making mixtapes like you did as a teenager, just the technology has improved.” From cassettes to streaming, the impulse to share music has never changed.