Category Archives: Radium Wreckords

Herbie Parkin’s Radio Rats Site

Herbie Parkin, bassist and historian for the Radio Rats, created a fan website to preserve the band’s legacy through gig listings and memorabilia. He passed away in August 2020, but his work is archived, though bits are missing.

Radio Rats: Vampire Weekends – Still Refusing to Behave After All These Years

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.

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.

Radio Rats

Radio Rats were a distinctive South African rock band known for their energetic punk-infused sound, prolific lineup changes, and their acclaimed album “Into The Night We Slide,” showcasing unique lyrical themes.

Radio Rats Slide Into The Night | From The Hip With Benjy Mudie

Legendary Springs garage band reveal the truth about ZX Dan…. Jonathan Handley (guitarist & songwriter, Dave Davies (vocalist). If you were tuned into South African music in the late ’70s you couldn’t help but remember a strange but compelling song called “ZX Dan” wafting across the pop airwaves. This tale of a travelling spaceman remainsContinueContinue reading “Radio Rats Slide Into The Night | From The Hip With Benjy Mudie”

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