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March 29, 2024

Why You Should Be Listening To South African Rising Star An00k

South African musician An00k has been crafting compelling reels that offer a glimpse into her creative journey and ambition to become one of South Africa's most accomplished artists. We recently interviewed her to discover more about her and why her…

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March 28, 2024

WONDERboom: A 28-Year Journey In The South African Music Industry

We recently had the honour of chatting to Martin and Cito of legendary South African band, WONDERboom, who took us on a nostalgic journey through their 28-year music career. Read on for some of the key takeaways. From The Eight Legged Groove Machin…

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March 21, 2024

Arno Carstens Talks Springbok Nude Girls, The Iconic Volkswagen Ad, And More

This week we had the pleasure of hosting Arno Carstens, a true icon in the South African music industry. It's an episode that explores guerrilla marketing, the evolution of the musical landscape, and more. Here are some of the key takeaways from the…

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March 14, 2024

Ross Harding Discusses His Brand New Single, The Evolving Music Industry, And More

In a recent podcast episode, Marcel sat down with musician Ross Harding to delve into the ever-changing music industry landscape. Here are some of the key takeaways. Brand New Single The 15th of March 2024 marks the highly anticipated release of R…

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March 7, 2024

An Exclusive Look At GAZ’s Journey of Authenticity and Unity

We caught up with Garry McCluskey, aka GAZ, a South African singer-songwriter, courtesy of Devographic Music Agency. Here are some of the key takeaways from his chat with our boy Marcel. Inspiration from Legends GAZ draws inspiration from some of …

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March 2, 2024

A Look At Christi's Debut Album "FALL APART" and Hit Single "LOVE BURN"

South African singer-songwriter Christi launched her debut album "FALL APART," last week, along with a brand-new single, "LOVE BURN." The album, a pop masterpiece infused with 80s synth and pop-rock influences, is a culmination of Christi's personal…

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Feb. 29, 2024

Vaughn Ahrens Takes Listeners on a Musical Expedition with "Sub Saharan" EP

Namibian singer-songwriter Vaughn Ahrens unveiled his latest musical offering, the EP "Sub Saharan," a few days back, promising listeners an immersive and eclectic experience. Released on March 1, 2024, "Sub Saharan" is a testament to Ahrens' abilit…

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Feb. 29, 2024

Music Industry Insights from Sony/ATV Songwriter & Artist Gino Lee

In a recent podcast episode, we had the pleasure of hearing from Gino Lee, an artist that brought back a lot of insight and knowledge from his time in America. Gino shared his experiences as a Sony/ATV songwriter and artist, and the benefits of work…

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Feb. 22, 2024

Breaking Down The Sub-Saharan Metal Battle For Wacken with Sashquita Northey

Wacken Open Air, the legendary metal festival that has dominated the calendars of metalheads worldwide since its inception, stands as the pinnacle of the hard rock and metal scenes. Each year, this colossal event showcases the best sub-genres o…

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Feb. 15, 2024

The Melodic Actuary: Why Katia De Vallier Embraces Part-Time Artistry

Katia De Vallier, a South African singer, is a unique blend of a skilled actuary and a passionate show jumper, with occasional stints in entertainment. In our recent interview, she shared insights into her captivating music video for the song Vir Ew…

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