Jonathan Rat interviewed by DJ Squeek on Rock It Real, Thursday, 8 January 2026, from 20:00 to midnight at Zeno FM.
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Radio Rats: Vampire Weekends – Still Refusing to Behave After All These Years
The Radio Rats, South Africa’s unconventional rock band, celebrate 47 years of music with their new album “Vampire Weekends.” Despite changes, they remain dedicated to their unique sound and storytelling.
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”
The Story Behind “ZX Dan” by Radio Rats
‘ZX Dan’ from Radio Rats’ album ‘Into The Night We Slide’ is a new wave space-rock classic, referencing Bowie and inspired by ‘Close Encounters’. It peaked at No. 2 in 1979, showcasing South African pop rock.