The proposed compilation “The Best Of SA Pop Volume 4,” curated by Brian Currin, features a diverse selection of South African pop tracks across two discs, enhancing the series.
Category Archives: Playlists
What’s New on the South African Rock Encyclopedia
Recent updates include new music from No Friends Of Harry, Robin Auld, and Radio Rats, as well as a new artist page for Una Valli. The site has consolidated several subsites for easier browsing.
From Cassettes to Streaming: A Lifetime of Making Mixtapes
My late father once observed: “You are still making mixtapes like you did as a teenager, just the technology has improved.” From cassettes to streaming, the impulse to share music has never changed.
Summer’s Calling and “Wander” is the Answer! 🌞
As summer approaches in South Africa, “Wander” by Neon Dreams and Booshle G emerges as the ultimate anthem. The Sunshine Tour 2 will spread vibrant energy across ten cities this October, along with Booshle G’s new EP.
From Crate Digging to Digital Archiving: 50 Years of Musical Discovery
A teenage train journey to the Hillbrow Record Centre ignited a passion for discovering overlooked music. This experience later inspired the creation of the South African Rock Encyclopedia, emphasising the value of exploration and preservation.
Rock Music 55 Years Ago: A South African Legacy
In 1970, South African rock flourished alongside global hits, with six significant albums emerging, showcasing diverse styles and establishing a unique local legacy in a transformative year for the genre.
Flash Fearless Versus The Zorg Women Parts 5 & 6: Celebrating 50 Years of Musical Madness
Fifty years after its release, Flash Fearless Versus The Zorg Women Parts 5 & 6 remains a groundbreaking rock opera that blends humour, talented musicians, and comic aesthetics, creating a lasting legacy in music history.
The South African Rock Show, 1 September 2025
This 90-minute playlist features diverse genres, including South African sounds, indie rock, and blues, highlighting artists like the Ndlovu Youth Choir and Tim Parr, creating a musical journey.
What’s New on the South African Rock Encyclopedia
A celebration of South Africa’s musical heritage, featuring top album lists, notable albums, and tributes to artists like Crocodile Harris, Gwynneth Ashley Robin, and Larry Amos.
Deep Purple – The Made In Japan Concerts
Deep Purple performed three legendary concerts in Japan in August 1972, featuring iconic tracks like “Highway Star” and “Smoke on the Water,” with a vinyl release following shortly thereafter.