The mixtape, originally named Music Of Our Time Vol. 2, highlights tracks from albums influential to the creator, capturing the essence of that era and is part of a handwritten mixtape archive.
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A Year Of Presenting The Blues On All Jazz Radio
Dirk Ace and Brian Currin September 2013 On the 4th of October 2012, at age 53, I started something new in my life, presenting a two-hour blues show on the then brand new internet radio station, All Jazz Radio. Despite my reluctance founder Eric Alan encouraged me to give it a go, and here weContinueContinue reading “A Year Of Presenting The Blues On All Jazz Radio”
Vagabond Blues Show, 13 June 2013 featuring interview with Piet Botha & Akkedis
Two hours of great blues on All Jazz Radio, featuring an interview with South African legends, Piet Botha (RIP 2019) (from Lyzyrd Kyngs & Jack Hammer) and Arthur & Rudi Dennis (from Akkedis & Lyzyrd Kyngs). Interview starts at about 43 minutes. Update May 2020 This was my first Mixcloud upload. I was looking forContinueContinue reading “Vagabond Blues Show, 13 June 2013 featuring interview with Piet Botha & Akkedis”
The Men Behind The Search For Sugar Man | YourLMG, February 2013
The article details the origins of the SA Rock Digest newsletter, highlighting the friendship between Stephen Segerman and Brian Currin, who revived interest in musician Rodriguez through their online efforts, culminating in an Oscar-nominated documentary.
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.
Looking for a song by Cornelia
Name: mark durrheim Message: Hi Brian, When i was small my sister had a whole plastic file of singles and there was a hit single by Cornelia called Picking Up Pebbles. On the reverese side was a song called Men of Steel, Ships of Wood and i used to listen to it over and over.ContinueContinue reading “Looking for a song by Cornelia”
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.
Hey little girl
Fritz wrote: This is a old SA pop song- Hey little girl, I like to know who is the band-
Looking for André (Desmond Alan Schmidt)
Deon Rossouw wrote: I’m wondering if you perhaps know the present whereabouts of AndrĂ© (Desmond Alan Schmidt) who had a SA hit early in 1972 with his ‘Ek Is Verlief Op Jou’ I grew up in his neighbourhood and was an acquaintance of his while we both attended different schools in the 1950’s. I’d greatlyContinueContinue reading “Looking for AndrĂ© (Desmond Alan Schmidt)”
Mad Monks in the 60’s
James Leicher wrote: You know anything on the mad monks ?Played in JHB time before or after The Bats,My uncale was Edward leicher and I did hear Eddie Ecktien played drums with them . cheers James Leicher