Steve Louw released Headlight Dreams in May 2021. This Kevin Shirley-produced album has been nominated for a SAMA. The winners will be announced on Sunday 28th August 2022.
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Reflections (The Good, The Bad & The Ugly) Of My Life
This collection features prominent and obscure South African rock songs from the ’60s to the ’90s, curated by Brian Currin.
Soul Dance – Volume One [LP 1968] expanded
This mix features a unique 1968 South African album followed by 16 additional tracks reflecting a similar vibe, showcasing various artists primarily from the soul genre.
The Story Behind “ZX Dan” by Radio Rats
‘ZX Dan’ from Radio Rats’ album ‘Into The Night We Slide’ is a new wave space-rock classic, referencing Bowie and inspired by ‘Close Encounters’. It peaked at No. 2 in 1979, showcasing South African pop rock.
The Invaders – There’s A Light There’s A Way
The Invaders, a prominent South African band, evolved through multiple lineups to achieve success with their 1971 album “There’s A Light There’s A Way,” showcasing a mix of funk, prog rock, and psychedelic soul influences.
Pop Shop Gold Volumes 1 & 2
Pop Shop Gold showcases top hits from 1973 to 1983, featuring iconic tracks from artists like Survivor, Bonnie Tyler, and ABBA, celebrating chart successes.
Flash Fearless Versus The Zorg Women Parts 5 & 6 [LP 1975]
The South African Rock Encyclopedia > Vagabond’s World > Obscurities > Albums > Flash Fearless Versus The Zorg Women Parts 5 & 6 I bought this album in December 1975, at Hillbrow Record Centre in Johannesburg, on a sale and immediately fell in love with its tongue-in-cheek humour and superstar line-up. I remember receiving a 12-page comicContinueContinue reading “Flash Fearless Versus The Zorg Women Parts 5 & 6 [LP 1975]”
Piet Botha 18 July 1955 to 2 June 2019
Piet Botha was born in 1955 and shared his birth date of 18th July with Nelson Mandela. He began writing songs and forming bands while still at school and his first professional gig was as an acoustic duo in 1974 at a local drinking hole in Pretoria. Piet Botha was the son of the formerContinueContinue reading “Piet Botha 18 July 1955 to 2 June 2019”
Abstract Truth – 50 Years Ago
It was 50 years ago, round about this time, that acclaimed South African band Abstract Truth released their debut album, Totum. Before the end of 1970 a second album and a compilation had been issued. And then during 1971 the band imploded.
This is their story.
TIME TO SUCK – THE FLIPSIDE TO INVESTING? | Garth Chilvers & Tom Jasiukowicz
The article discusses the rising value of South African vinyl records, highlighting the specific case of “Time to Suck” by the band SUCK, which sharply appreciates in worth among collectors.