Guest post by John Samson, author of Cold Fiction. I often joke with people in the UK that I didn’t leave South Africa of my own free will, but was actually kicked out because I was not fanatical about rugby and I didn’t drink, both activities that white South African males are meant to excelContinueContinue reading “Rodriguez: The John Samson Story”
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Rodriguez and his place in The Story Of Rock
I can’t remember when exactly I first heard ‘Cold Fact’. For me his music just always seemed to have been there. A number of the mixtapes from my teenage years show “Sugar Man”, “Rich Folks Hoax” and “I Wonder” as being from 1973/74 when I was about 14/15.
Maak ’n pyp en dans (’n Begeleide trippie op soek na die droom) – Albert du Plessis | LitNet
Na wie se pype dans jy? Betrap jouself in ’n goeie bui met ’n massiewe klankstelsel en verloor beheer in die ekstase van ’n smerige Hammond- of pyporrelsolo wat disrespekvol en met minagting tot diĂ©p in die rooi in gespeel word. – Albert du Plessis via Maak ’n pyp en dans (’n Begeleide trippie opContinueContinue reading “Maak ’n pyp en dans (’n Begeleide trippie op soek na die droom) – Albert du Plessis | LitNet”
A WordPress.com Website is the perfect solution for Musicians
A Wordpress.com Website is the perfect solution for Musicians
These are not the fans you looking for
Over the last while I have noticed the following type of marketing approach: “If you are bored, please listen to our radio show” “If you have nothing else to do, please come to our concert / gig / show” “If you have some spare time, could you please …?” Are these really the people youContinueContinue reading “These are not the fans you looking for”
Billy Forrest: A Selection Of My Favourite Songs
From Billy Forrest It was a difficult one this. To remember my favourites over a span of 55 years was no mean feat, who do you leave out? I’ve chosen the songs that moved me the most, with just that “something” that makes a song reach into your soul. I’ve got two lists, International andContinueContinue reading “Billy Forrest: A Selection Of My Favourite Songs”
Keep On Rocking – Rock 'n Roll Revival in the 70's and early 80's
Interview with filmmaker Malik Bendjelloul
Extract from an interview with filmmaker Malik Bendjelloul, whose “Searching For Sugarman’ opens this week at the Sundance Film Festival. What have you learned over the course of making the film? I learned that it’s possible to live your life on your own terms. Even if it means huge sacrifice, it’s your life and youContinueContinue reading “Interview with filmmaker Malik Bendjelloul”
50 Original South African Songs
This post presents a curated chronological list of 50 notable South African songs that are original, featuring various artists and genres, highlighting the country’s diverse musical heritage, without including any foreign cover songs.
Eleven Of The Best Classic Rock Songs Released in 2011
In 2011, Classic Rock enthusiasts experienced a memorable year with the release and reissue of iconic albums featuring rare tracks. Notable songs included renditions from Jethro Tull, Deep Purple, and Pink Floyd, showcasing both live performances and alternative versions, sparking nostalgia for fans of the genre.