Sit Dit Af – Johannes Kerkorrel (Turn OFF the telly) I’m sure we all loved seeing the friendly face of PW Botha on our TV’s almost every night during those dark days of apartheid. No? I didn’t think so. Well, you are not alone, Johannes Kerkorrel (real name: Ralph John Rabie) felt the same way,ContinueContinue reading “Sit Dit Af – Johannes Kerkorrel (via 1001 South African Songs You Must Hear Before You Go Deaf)”
Category Archives: Golden Oldies
Punk In Durban! The Punk In Africa Premiere
Punk In Durban! The Punk In Africa Premiere After an epic two years in production, the documentary film PUNK IN AFRICA will have its local premiere in South Africa at the 32nd Durban International Film festival on 28 July 2011. The film is directed by Keith Jones and Deon Maas and will have its firstContinueContinue reading “Punk In Durban! The Punk In Africa Premiere”
Is It An Ism or Is It Art – Niki Daly (via 1001 South African Songs You Must Hear Before You Go Deaf)
Is It An Ism or Is It Art – Niki Daly (More sophisticated than the arse-elbow debate) Sometimes quirky songs can end up being just embarrassing. The best way to avoid that is to consult your nearest ‘Encyclopaedia of Artists From The Late 1800’s To Early 1900’s Who Have Unpronounceable Names’ (available in paperback fromContinueContinue reading “Is It An Ism or Is It Art – Niki Daly (via 1001 South African Songs You Must Hear Before You Go Deaf)”
Lisa se Klavier – Koos Kombuis (via 1001 South African Songs You Must Hear Before You Go Deaf)
Lisa se Klavier – Koos Kombuis (Do tramps really dream of piano playing women?) Koos Kombuis (real name André le Roux du Toit) was one of the leading figures of the Voëlvry tour that brought alternative Afrikaans music to the masses in South Africa. There was a lot of anger at the apartheid government runningContinueContinue reading “Lisa se Klavier – Koos Kombuis (via 1001 South African Songs You Must Hear Before You Go Deaf)”
Track listing for 'Yesterday's Best Volume 1'
Marius asked about the track listing for ‘Yesterday’s Best Volume 1’. Brian provided a detailed list of songs and artists featured on the album, showcasing a variety of genres and performers.
The Mabu Sale Is Over….And Record Store Day Approaches…! (via Mabu Vinyl)
Yip, the Mabu March Madness Half-Price sale is no more… But we sold a lot of stuff to make room for all our new stock, so come on in and see all our new LPs, CDs and DVDs. And, don’t forget, Saturday 16th April is Record Store Day!! So visit your local record store andContinueContinue reading “The Mabu Sale Is Over….And Record Store Day Approaches…! (via Mabu Vinyl)”
Availability of Oldies
Natie wrote Hi Brian, I am a huge collector of the music of the late 50’s, 60’s and early 70’s. My problem is to get my hands on some of the rare gems. I grew up in the time of LM and Springbok hit parades and there were some great songs which you don’t findContinueContinue reading “Availability of Oldies”
Top Ten Tunes: U2
My top ten tunes from U2 Sunday Bloody Sunday (live 1983) Beautiful Day The Saints Are Coming (with Green Day) The Wanderer (with Johnny Cash) Miss Sarajevo (with Pavarotti and Brian Eno) I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For (Gospel version, live 1987) When Love Comes To Town (with BB King and Little Richard)ContinueContinue reading “Top Ten Tunes: U2”
Any Information on The Staccatos?
The Staccatos changed lead singers after Steve Lonsdale’s departure in 1971; details on their activity and albums are sought.
The Beatles 100 Greatest Recordings | Digital Dream Door
From Digital Dream Door 1. Hey Jude2. A Day In the Life3. Yesterday4. She Loves You5. I Want To Hold Your Hand6. Let It Be7. Strawberry Fields Forever8. Help!9. A Hard Day’s Night10. In My Life11. Eleanor Rigby12. Ticket To Ride13. I Saw Her Standing There14. Come Together15. Twist and Shout16. Penny Lane17. Something18. Revolution19.ContinueContinue reading “The Beatles 100 Greatest Recordings | Digital Dream Door”