McCully Workshop’s “Ages” Turns 50: A Golden Anniversary for South African Progressive Rock

In October 2025, South Africa celebrates the 50th anniversary of McCully Workshop’s influential album “Ages,” showcasing their innovative blend of progressive rock, classical influences, and lasting cultural impact.

Radio Rats Slide Into The Night | From The Hip With Benjy Mudie

Legendary Springs garage band reveal the truth about ZX Dan…. Jonathan Handley (guitarist & songwriter, Dave Davies (vocalist). If you were tuned into South African music in the late ’70s you couldn’t help but remember a strange but compelling song called “ZX Dan” wafting across the pop airwaves. This tale of a travelling spaceman remainsContinueContinue reading “Radio Rats Slide Into The Night | From The Hip With Benjy Mudie”

Carl Raubenheimer – Illegal Gatherings and Corporal Punishment | Jive Talking and Eyeballing

From Jive Talking and Eyeballing Facebook Group Q. Howzit Carl, It is an honour for me to be able to help tell your story because as far as I know it never has. Did you start playing in Springs and carry on in Grahamstown or the other way round?A. My first band was in Springs,ContinueContinue reading “Carl Raubenheimer – Illegal Gatherings and Corporal Punishment | Jive Talking and Eyeballing”

Great Local Musicians – Ă©VOID – for all the Fadgets | Jive Talking and Eyeballing

Zennith, later named Void, began in 1977 in South Africa. They struggled initially but found success in Zimbabwe, creating a distinctive sound. They evolved into éVoid, enjoying fame in the 1980s with innovative Afro-rock music.

Abstract Truth – 50 Years Ago

It was 50 years ago, round about this time, that acclaimed South African band Abstract Truth released their debut album, Totum. Before the end of 1970 a second album and a compilation had been issued. And then during 1971 the band imploded.

This is their story.

SA music comes up trumps at Music Exchange 2013

South African music is entering an exciting era of opportunity and progress as new markets open up for homegrown sounds. This was one of the key messages emerging from the 2013 Music Exchange Conference, which saw industry moguls and musicians congregating at the iconic Cape Town City Hall to talk about the serious business ofContinueContinue reading “SA music comes up trumps at Music Exchange 2013”

The Return Of Rock Of Ages

Like a ‘Phoenix’ rising from the ashes (hands up all you Grand Funk fans), Rock of Ages returns to the airwaves this Friday after over 2 years of silence. The show is now hosted every Friday between 6 and 8pm on Mix 93.8FM, smack bang in ‘Drive Time’. Based in Midrand, Mix FM has becomeContinueContinue reading “The Return Of Rock Of Ages”

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