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.

Hammerhead Hotel, featuring Falling Mirror, Jack Hammer, The Dolly Rockers, McCully Workshop, Radio Rats

This mix explores South African rock’s wild side, blending Psychobilly, Punk, and Surf influences. Inspired by Falling Mirror, it features cult tracks celebrating chaos and the underground spirit of local artists.

The Black Cat Bones at Otterlake Easter Festival, 4th April 2015

The BLACK CAT BONES will be appearing at Otterlake Easter Festival on the 4th April. And you can also hear Black Cat Bones and many other great South African blues artists on The Vagabond Blues show on All Jazz Radio every Thursday afternoon, 4pm to 6pm (CAT) with your host Brian Currin.

Table Mountain Blues Summit 2014 – 6 and 7 December, Hillcrest Quarry, Durbanville

TABLE MOUNTAIN BLUES SUMMIT 20146 & 7 December, Hillcrest Quarry, Durbanville. “Blues is a natural fact, it is something that a fellow lives.” Big Bill Broonzy. South Africa’s Premier Blues Music Festival returns to Hillcrest Quarry in Durbanville, Cape Town on the 6th and 7th of December 2014. Hosting 20 of the country’s top Blues Rock Artists over 2 days,ContinueContinue reading “Table Mountain Blues Summit 2014 – 6 and 7 December, Hillcrest Quarry, Durbanville”

The 100 Greatest South African Songs | TimesLive

A panel of 20 South African writers curated a list of 100 influential songs, evaluated based on musical brilliance, popular success, and national impact, showcasing a diverse range of artists and genres.

Press Release Mean Black Mamba: Raw foot stomping roots music – Album launch Friday 11 Oct – Side Street Studios 48 Albert Road Woodstock

Mean Black Mamba: Raw foot stomping roots music that grooves your body and soul. Words of humor and hope sliding between writhing riffs and the insistent thump of a cowhide drum. This is afro swamp gospel, this is blues n’ roll. Gritty & hard hitting, the music winds you off the floor and twists youContinueContinue reading “Press Release Mean Black Mamba: Raw foot stomping roots music – Album launch Friday 11 Oct – Side Street Studios 48 Albert Road Woodstock”

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