Kariba, a studio band led by Kevin Kruger, released two reggae medley albums in 1981 and 1982, gaining popularity from the “medley mania” trend initiated by Stars On 45, featuring iconic hits of Bob Marley.
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Disco Fever [2CD 1999]
“Disco Fever” is a 1999 South African compilation featuring disco rock tracks, showcasing covers of iconic songs by various artists, emphasizing a unique blend of disco and rock that characterised the local music scene of the late 1970s.
The Third Eye – The Third Eye
The South African band The Third Eye, active in the late 1960s and early 1970s, released three albums and gained significance in the psych-prog genre, with a collection showcasing their history.
The Third Eye – Brother
The Third Eye’s album “Brother,” released in October 1970, features original tracks and covers, notably the “Fire” suite. The band includes Ronnie Selby and Maurice Saul, with production by Billy Forrest.
The Third Eye – Searching
The Third Eye’s second album, “Searching,” released in September 1969, features all original songs by Maurice Saul, showcasing the band’s creativity through tracks like “A Sad Tale” and “I Can’t Believe It.”
The Third Eye – Awakening
The Third Eye’s debut album “Awakening” features a blend of original songs and diverse covers, showcasing progressive rock and psychedelia with talented musician Dawn Selby. Released in May 1969, it highlights the band’s unique sound.
The Third Eye
The Third Eye, formed in 1968 by siblings Ron and Dawn Selby, became a leading South African progressive rock band, known for their innovative sound and noteworthy albums, alongside acts like Freedoms Children.
Rouge
Rouge, a South African Disco Rock band formed by Zane CronjĂ© in 1978, released a single and the album “Eloise Concerto.” Despite challenges selecting a vocalist, it gained recognition for its ambitious disco covers.
Falling Mirror – Zen Boulders
Falling Mirror was a Cape Town rock band known for their innovative sound, showcased in their 1979 debut album “Zen Boulders” featuring notable tracks like “I Am The Actor” and “Makin’ Out With Granny.”
Celebrating 26 Years of Big Sky’s “Best of the Decade” – A 90s Retrospective
Big Sky’s “Best of the Decade,” released 26 years ago, highlights the band’s evolution throughout the 1990s, celebrating significant milestones with new tracks, while recently rediscovered during a memorable concert at Daisy Jones.