Alternative Episodes

EP302: Marcel has a chat with the Haze brothers on the trials and tribulations of artists on tour, keeping a level head, and taking any shots you can get. Find Gareth's Debut single: https://open.spotify.com/track/2hvrd8KM3a9NwuF20DWu61 Marks Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6f10Qwvg9bkTGVMRKLF1tO Support the show Website https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://www.sludgeunderground.com/store Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sludgeunderground TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@sludg...

Episode 299: Join Nasiphi Zwane on this episode of the podcast as he chats with Tsholofelo Mapisa about her personal journey as an artist. Mapisa shares her insights on the music scene in Durban and Johannesburg, discussing the incredible talent and slow pace of growth in Durban, as well as the density of people and tricky discernment in Johannesburg. She also talks about her love for music and how she picked up the guitar at the age of 14, citing Adele as her inspiration (0:00:11) - Maximizing ...

Episode 297: We’re chatting to Durban's homegrown Slam boys about the bands origins, The state of the music scene, new faces, and more Support the show Website https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://www.sludgeunderground.com/store Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sludgeunderground TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@sludgeunderground YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxyLW9b_W81ETvby7J4wmwA Twitter https://twitter.com/Sludge031 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SludgeUnderground

Episode 296: Johannesburg -based Alternative artist Dxnte touches on the Joburg scene not being as good as it seems, how he got into his style of music, his Gusher initiative, how to run a successful event in a different province, his latest project & more Sometimes you just have to take the plunge and set your creative work free, even if it's not quite perfect. Now's the time - let it go! Dxnte https://withkoji.com/@dxnte Support the show Website https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://...

Episode 295: Country/Rock artist and Sound/lighting business owner Justin VR chats about his experience launching his music career mid pandemic, handling a sound business, some tips on streaming, and his single that has just released Despite the sudden lockdown, I decided to invest all of our savings into our business and gear. In hindsight, this may not have been the best decision - but hindsight is always 20/20! Justin VR https://open.spotify.com/artist/50T5uoUIrygz8mn9HpTJMP Support the show ...

Episode 292: Join in as Marcel has a chat with Johni Holiday of Ruff majik. From touring Europe in the craziest way, Losing instruments in an airport and surviving as a South African band We just finished our first tour in Europe and we couldn't be more thrilled! We had the opportunity to play some incredible festivals by messaging them and letting them know we'd be driving through their town. It was such a great experience and we can't wait for the next one! Support the show Website https://www...

Episode 290: Marcel has a chat with local legends Fuzigish about over 20 years of experiences as a band. From playing with the violent femmes to Bear claws to the face at 3am Support the show Website https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://www.sludgeunderground.com/store Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sludgeunderground TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@sludgeunderground YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxyLW9b_W81ETvby7J4wmwA Twitter https://twitter.com/Sludge031 Facebook https...

Episode 289: Marcel has a chat with up and coming artist Seth Cort. Join in as they chat about his upcoming single, music video, and life as a new musician on the block. Support the show Website https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://www.sludgeunderground.com/store Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sludgeunderground TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@sludgeunderground YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxyLW9b_W81ETvby7J4wmwA Twitter https://twitter.com/Sludge031 Facebook https://ww...

Episode 287: Marcel has a chat with old soul Vaughn Prangley about his Maldives adventures and musical journey Making music brings me joy, but sometimes the industry can be stressful. That's why I'm deciding to pursue something more financially guaranteeing while still continuing to write and share music that I love Vaughn Prangley https://linktr.ee/vaughnprangley Support the show Website https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://www.sludgeunderground.com/store Instagram https://www.instag...

EP285: Nasiphi and Meagan get to know the mind behind the mood - Blue Vow . The songbird shares stories about embracing her childhood dream, art as a spiritual practice, and allowing things to fall into place. Planets aligned, Chelsea Ann lets us in on her intuitive songwriting process, expanding the sound on upcoming albums and the origins of the name. Join us for an hour of auric appreciation; destiny is calling Art making is a spiritual practice for me - it helps me to tap into something much...

EP282: Nasiphi and Meagan get to know KZN’s uncut gem - HEAT DETH . The multi-hyphenate legend speaks about his tangled artistic process, foraging for samples and what it took to make 'Things Found In Corners'. Drifting, HEAT DETH tells us about his fondness for the abrasive, taking cues from different projects, and the golden days of Durban. Join us for a nostalgic trip to the nether; find the meaning in it later. P.S. Sebastian, please put your music back on the internet. HEAT DETH https://lin...

EP281: Durban musician Mandy James is on the show to chat about becoming Saturn Return 's new frontwoman, her personal musical journey, the Durban music scene & a whole lot more Mandy James https://linktr.ee/mandy.m.james Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Support the show Website https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://www.sludgeunderground.com/store Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sludgeunderground TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@sludgeunderground YouTube https://w...

EP279: Jackson Colt took the time on his birthday to have a chat with Marcel about his band Jackson Colt. Join in as they chat about the local scene, Speedofest, and Long standing music legends Jackson Colt https://linktr.ee/jacksoncoltrock Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Support the show Website https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://www.sludgeunderground.com/store Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sludgeunderground TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@sludgeundergroun...

Episode 278: Artist, producer, researcher & theatre major Ameerah Moola aka a$cid is on the show to chat about her music and her experiences being a musician while coming from a Muslim background. We also touch on her interest in the occult, her tarot readings & more Ameerah Moola https://linktr.ee/inara.am333 Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Support the show Website https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://www.sludgeunderground.com/store Instagram https://www.instagra...

Episode 271: Nasiphi and Meagan get to know the depths of your moodiest fantasy - BLVD HVNNY . The iconic frontman talks about serving the demand for discomfort, co-writing on Skype across the hemispheres, and what it took to turn his fabled solo project into a dark, alternative collective: Cito, the staring visionary. Ryan, the highly skilled, highly human padawan. Warren, the legendary bass brother from the battle of Instant Karma vs Moonchild. The wildcard guitar demon - Martin Rocka. And the...

Episode 267: Nasiphi and Meagan get a change in scenery with your ultimate indie crush - Simon Dale . The fret-prince speaks on making the music you love, being bandmates with the best, and feeling good to sound good. Moving on, we hear about the freedom to write songs, friction in the process & the story of the Old Trusty. If you find yourself falling apart, take some time and unwind with us; you’ll be coming out gold. Simon Dale https://linktr.ee/simondalemusic Hosts Nasiphi Zwane https://link...

Episode 266: Marcel has a chat with the punk rock boys of Punkfontein! Punkfontein https://instagram.com/punkfontein Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Support the show Website https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://www.sludgeunderground.com/store Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sludgeunderground TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@sludgeunderground YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxyLW9b_W81ETvby7J4wmwA Twitter https://twitter.com/Sludge031 Facebook https://ww...

Episode 264: Club Valley are on the show to chat about their influences, side projects, their aspirations to work with Rick Rubin, past, present & upcoming projects, their creative process & a whole lot more Club Valley https://linktr.ee/burgerpoprecords Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Support the show Website https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://www.sludgeunderground.com/store Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sludgeunderground TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@sl...

Episode 263: Nasiphi and Meagan get to know die skitterendste synth-pop duo in hierdie dorp - Mymymy . Jana and Conrad chat about becoming a team over time, missing anchors in the local scene and the new role of music labels in the age of social media. Met ’n vonkel in ons stap, we learn about Mymymy as a celebration of the self, practising what you teach and the voice notes that’ll never be heard. Pour a glass of wine and break in those new heels; die partytjie begin. Mymymy https://linktr.ee/m...

Episode 260: Nasiphi and Meagan catch up with your pending cult classic, Tamagotchi-JEEZUS , and front-footed scroll-stopper - Venus Vulani . The playful pair tell us about late nights turning into early mornings, leaning into the culture of play and the trust it takes to keep artistic vision intact. Pulling threads, we discuss safety in the distance of a persona, pleasing the re-invested crowd and collaborating across the hemispheres. Finally, canon as promised, the origins of Mr Jeezus. Feed y...

Episode 259: Nasiphi and Meagan get to know your resident songsmith - Werner Bekker . The chilled luthier speaks about sharing love in the performance space, being married to his muse and his back-to-roots 8-track; Wrong Side Of Twenty . Together, we rummage around his cluttered head to explore the thin lines between heritage and inspiration. Grab a coffee and join us this side of the wild. Werner Bekker https://wernerbekker.lnk.to/WrongSideOfTwenty Hosts Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr.ee/zwane031...

Episode 253: Nasiphi and Meagan transcend to new heights with your preferred alt-pop protagonist - Sincerely Anne . The multi-instrumentalist speaks about developing a healthy relationship with her creative team, standing her ground when it comes to artistic vision and not allowing external validation to control her motivations. Leaning in, we focus on what it means to be your own pioneer and the idea that, in the forest of creativity, the path unfolds as you walk it. Grab a snack and join us fo...

Episode 251: Nasiphi and Meagan speak to South Africa's bittersweet sensation - Cherry Pill . The duo provides a perfect dose of antidotal anecdotes and hard-to-swallow stories about their experiences in the performance realm of local music. Digging into their material, we learn that even though things fall apart, the wheel keeps turning. Heed the call and grab a cup of coffee - this could be your turning point. Cherry Pill https://cherrypillband.com Hosts Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr.ee/zwane0...

Nasiphi and Meagan get murky with your favourite independent musician - Dubblé Amount . We earn our Loyalty Cards as the smiley face behind the Dubblé sound reveals his Achilles heel - vulnerability. Shifting gears, we find out what it means to double the vibe and double the talent in an inclined city. Put your sunglasses on & blend in, before you know it, you'll be in the executive seat, so get ready for a rush! Dubblé Amount https://linktr.ee/Dubbleamount Hosts Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr.ee...