Recent updates on South African rock music explore its historical and contemporary evolution. Highlights include the Springbok Hit Parade’s legacy, Baxtop’s album, Tim Parr’s EP, and upcoming events celebrating notable musicians.
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From Smoke On The Water to Montreux: A Personal Pilgrimage
Montreux, inspired by Deep Purple’s “Smoke On The Water,” became a dream destination for Brian Currin over decades. A family visit prompted a pilgrimage to the town, fulfilling a long-held aspiration amidst its vibrant musical heritage.
Sweet Smoke
Sweet Smoke, an American prog-rock band active in the early 1970s, gained attention for their album “Just A Poke.” The webpage, created in 1997, features the band history and discography.
Digital Art by Brian Currin: Inspired by Roger Dean
Brian Currin created digital art on Pixlr.com, inspired by Roger Dean, primarily for Spotify playlist cover art.
Vagabond Art Showcase
Brian Currin presents a curated collection of AI-generated artwork, showcasing the innovative intersection of technology and creativity in visual arts.
Pink Floyd – Pompeii
An imaginary soundtrack album concept for Pink Floyd’s 1972 film “Live at Pompeii.” It details track listings, rehearsal segments, and reflections on the film’s production and edits.
Flash Fearless Versus The Zorg Women Parts 5 & 6 [LP 1975]
Brian Currin discusses his fond memories of purchasing the album “Flash Fearless versus The Zorg Women Parts 5 & 6,” highlighting its humour, the star-studded line-up, and appreciation for the track “To The Chop.”
Discover South Africa’s Musical Gems: A Diverse Playlist
This South African playlist features a mix of classic hits, new tracks, surprising collaborations, and covers, highlighting diverse musical influences and local talent.
Exploring South Africa’s Distinct Disco Rock Era
In the late 1970s, South Africa’s disco scene uniquely blended hard rock and disco, featuring artists like Zane CronjĂ© and Trevor Rabin, creating captivating genre fusions.
30 Years Ago Deep Purple Performed Live In Cape Town
Deep Purple performed at the 3 Arts Theatre, Cape Town, on March 27, 1995, during the “Masters Of Rock” tour.