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Aug. 27, 2023

Ramfest 2023 Headliners, Enter Shikari, Return To South Africa After A Decade

Enter Shikari is a band that needs no introduction, so when we were given the opportunity to chat to them about headlining Ramfest on their first South African show in over a decade, we couldn’t say no. Our very own Marcel Smuts and the band&r…

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Aug. 23, 2023

Navigating Artistry, Identity, and Collaboration with Sonder The Africanime

In this episode of Sludge Underground, we interview non-binary artist Sonder The Africanime, about their music, marketing, and latest album, The Swamp Forest Siren. Sonder The Africanime is an independent artist who has been making waves in the alte…

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Aug. 20, 2023

In Conversation With Ramfest 2023 Headliners, The Ocean Collective From Berlin, Germany

The Ocean is a Berlin-based Progressive/Post Metal band that has been around for 23 years. Robin, one of the founding members, is the band's guitarist. Here are some of the things he and Marcel talk about on our Ramfest special episode The Collecti…

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Aug. 17, 2023

Alanna Joy’s Lost//Youth Chronicles - From Milkshakes To Music

We recently had a chat with Cape Town musician Alanna Joy and these were some of the things we discussed Alanna Joy…For Five Marks When asked to tell the listeners who she is…for five marks, Alanna shed some light on the fact that sh…

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Aug. 9, 2023

3’s and 7’s | The South African Band Reaching New Heights

2021 vs 2023 In this episode of the podcast, Marcel interviews 3’s and 7’s, a three-piece Alternative Rock band from Johannesburg South Africa. They discuss their journey since their first interview with Marcel during the early days of …

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Aug. 3, 2023

The Dirty Skirts On A Bond Solidified By Pranks, Festivals And Their Phenomenal Comeback

A Bit Of History The Dirty Skirts have been making music together since 2004, and have played at some of South Africa's biggest music festivals, including Oppikoppi and Rocking the Daisies. After taking a break in 2012, the band recently reunited d…

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July 27, 2023

kyabo | A South African Artist on Patience, Community, and Music

kyabo’s Story kyabo is an Alt artist based in Johannesburg, South Africa, who made waves in the music industry with the 2022 release of their debut album "EGO" and their ability to connect with fellow collaborators on a whole new level. In ou…

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July 21, 2023

Mark & Gareth Haze On Opening For Seether And What Touring Was Like For A South African Band In 2008

The Haze Brothers With Mark having finished second place on Idols SA & Gareth being his long-standing drummer turned solo musician in the UK, it’s no surprise that the duo has a long history of touring and playing alongside some of the wo…

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July 14, 2023

The Power of Music: A Conversation with South African-born, Australian-bred Artist, Don Calya

Don Calya: A South African-Australian Fusion Don Calya is a South African-born, Australian-bred artist that has been making waves in the South African music industry. On this podcast episode, Don talks about her unique name, her family, and her jou…

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March 5, 2023

OB Magik delivers an Xperience to remember

Durban Hip-Hop artist, OB Magik announced one of the most hyped up events to come out of Durban in recent history and when the day finally came, the Magik Xperience was nothing short of excellent Boasting a stellar lineup featuring the li…

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