Category Archives: South African Music

The South African Rock Music Digest 

The South African Rock Music Digest, established on January 27, 1999, by Brian Currin and Stephen “Sugar” Segerman, was a free weekly e-magazine that covered South African rock and pop music until April 12, 2004. It served as a news outlet for The South African Rock Encyclopedia, documenting the local music scene.

Rock Legends: Playlists

Spotify playlists showcase South African Rock Legends through artist-specific collections and compilations. Links to inspirations highlight the original songs influencing these artists, celebrating their contributions to the music scene.

HAU! South African Music Mixes

The content highlights Zulu expression “Hau!” and showcases South African music mixes featuring various renowned artists for nostalgia and discovery.

SA Rock Digest Issue Number 1 went out on this day 25 years ago.

The first issue of the SA Rock Digest went out on the 27th January 1999 to 15 subscribers in a plain text email. It grew out of conversation in 1998 between Brian Currin and Stephen “Sugar” Segerman, who had both been involved in the amazing Rodriguez story. “What do we do now?”. “How about remembering SouthContinueContinue reading “SA Rock Digest Issue Number 1 went out on this day 25 years ago.”

Sounds of South Africa: A Musical Journey | Mixtapes.org.za

“Sounds of South Africa” features 20 diverse tracks from renowned artists, showcasing various genres like jazz, rock, and mbaqanga. This mixtape aims to connect international audiences with South Africa’s vibrant musical heritage.

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