Episodes

Episode 222: Former 5fm radio presenter/Dj Chachi Africa is on the show to chat to us about where it all started. From growing up in a musical home, to wanting to get into production, to working at 5fm, transitioning from Afro House to amaPiano & Hip-Hop, her brief stint in Australia, her Soundcloud mixes & more. Chachi Africa https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=wymSqoG-obs Support the showWebsite https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://www.sludgeunderground.com/store Instagram...

Marcel has a chat with the mad lads from Bloumoord. Join in as they chat about their time as a band, recording, dealing with covid and so much more. Bloumoord https://bloumoord.com/store/index.php?route=common%2Fhome Marcel Smuts www.instagram.com/thorns_of_sludge Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Support the showWebsite https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://www.sludgeunderground.com/store Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sludgeunderground TikTok https://www.t...

We catch up with Jazzy June formerly of Durban power group Palmtree Paradise, who's on the show to tell us about his latest EP titled Pink Roses. Jazzy June https://orcd.co/pinkroses2 Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Support the showWebsite 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_W81ET...

Nasiphi & Meagan speak to Ms Sibongile Mara, Senior Customer Service Consultant at the South African Music Performance Rights Association (SAMPRA) - Africa’s largest Needletime Rights Royalty Collection Organisation. Sibongile tells us about her role in the organisation’s mission to supply long-term structures for performing artists. Find out who SAMPRA serves, what SAMPRA provides, how SAMPRA functions & why you should consider becoming a member. Hydrate, take your seat & turn to page 394 - it’...

We're chatting to Vampire Slumber Party about why he decided to move back to London from South Africa and asked him to compare the music scene in England with the South African music scene. He also talks about his latest album titled "Funeral Pop", the influence his past bands have had on his current music, his DIY music videos & more. Vampire Slumber Party https://linktr.ee/vampireslumberparty Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr.ee/zwane031 Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Epis...

EP217: Having managed PR for international campaigns for Migos, John Legend, Kendrick Lamar & Kim Kardashian to name a few, Melanie Ramjee is undoubtedly South Africa's best Publicist, so in this episode Zama Khumalo of Ithekuconnect & Nasiphi Zwane tap into the mind of 'Hypress' herself, who touches on how her & some mates managed to bring the likes of Dead Prez, The Roots & Talib Kweli to South Africa in the early 2000s, how she became the Director of Tutone Communications, her involvement in ...

Nasiphi chats to Joburg's grooviest 2 piece band, Up Your Sleeve about their latest EP Fuzzy Space, upcoming gigs, the sloth & the lizard, COVID and more. Up Your Sleeve https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/upyoursleeve/fuzzy-space Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr.ee/zwane031 Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Episode Edit/Mix: Nasiphi Zwane Support the showWebsite https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://www.sludgeunderground.com/store Instagram https://www.instagram.com/...

Nasiphi & Meagan spend a quality round two with your favourite half-digital, half-analog band - Loveboy and his Imaginary Friends. Loveboy shares his stresses & strides in playing numerous professional roles as an independent multi-media artist. Together, we learn the importance of caring for your Smile Baby, the power of idiosyncratic dance & how to take less control of your creativity. Assume your most meditative position, absorb the goodness that is LAHIF & let’s reshape love. Loveboy and hi...

Nasiphi & Meagan dig into the philosophies & functions behind Jozi’s cerebral alternative trio - Club of Suns. Matt & Stef describe the different life-cycles of their repertoire, reveal hidden links between their songs & their history of processing trauma through creativity.Together, we discuss performance politics in South Africa, find common ground in industry formulas & a working definition of “Beige Music". Collect your comforts & settle in for a journey deep into the CoSmos. Club of Suns h...

Cindy-Louise is touching base on her experience being a South African musician now living in Netherlands, expands on her hit singles 'Femme Fatale' & 'Rise Up', how she has managed to get well over 100k views on YouTube, her Coffee brand & more Cindy-Louise https://linktr.ee/cindylouisemusic Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr.ee/zwane031 Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Edit/Mix/Master: Nasiphi Zwane Support the showWebsite https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://www.s...

Join Marcel as he chats with Tian about his debut single, Mental health and Chernobyl chili sauce. Tian Nienaber https://linktr.ee/TianNienaber Marcel Smutswww.instagram.com/thorns_of_sludge Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Edit/Mix/Master: Marcel Smuts Support the showWebsite https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://www.sludgeunderground.com/store Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sludgeunderground TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@sludgeunderground YouTube https:...

EP211: On this episode, Nasiphi chats to songwriter, vocalist, producer, visual designer & hitmaker of 'Dysfunctional', NINETYSIX, who joins him all the way from the Netherlands. NINETYSIX spills all the coffee on overcoming mental health issues, drug abuse & climbing out of the dark places she once found herself in. She also touches on her lyrics & music video for her hit record 'Dysfunctional while also sharing her experience working at a vaccination facility in Holland, all she knows about as...

'World Music' ensemble, Sun Xa Experiment breakdown the origins of their name, their connection to Lamontville in Durban, South Africa, their shift from live performance being the focal point to working more on their craft behind the scenes, their adaptation period to COVID/lockdown, an EXCLUSIVE on upcoming visuals for 'Babalekile', merch & more. Sun Xa Experiment Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sun_xa_experiment_6 Latest Album: https://electromodeza.lnk.to/UmculoUmuthiAr Nasiphi Zwane h...

Episode 209: Nasiphi & Meagan enjoy a tri-city tea time with Tecla Ciolfi; Cape Town’s busiest music maven. Tecla tells you what it took to build two mighty media outlets - Texx And The City & Texx Talks - during two major shifts in the South African scene. Make yourself a cuppa & settle in for an hour of gems from the ear behind your favourite music discoveries. Tecla Ciolfi https://linkin.bio/texxonfire https://linkin.bio/texxandthecity https://texxandthecity.com https://texxtalks.com Featur...

We break bread with Baraka who chats to us about her journey accompanying her dad to his DJing gigs as a kid, to playing shows like Afropunk & Zakifo amongst other great accomplishments. Baraka https://www.instagram.com/baraka_babs Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr.ee/zwane031 Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Edit/Mix/Master: Nasiphi Zwane Support the showWebsite https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://www.sludgeunderground.com/store Instagram https://www.instagram.co...

EP207: Nasiphi & Meagan get to know the voice behind your early Saturday hustle - Nicole da Silva. Former 5fm radio presenter, digital creator & CEO of dimples; Nicole gives us an intro into media mastery. From startup struggles to spooky stories, Nicole has definitely earned her stripes in the local entertainment industry. This is your sign to finally start working on that big idea of yours. Help us continue making great content for listeners everywhere by subscribing to Sludge Underground P...

Nasiphi is having a chat with Experimental/Alternative Vocalist & Producer currently living in Johannesburg, Aux Alaio. Aux breaks down their journey from the time they performed at the opening ceremony of the 2010 FIFA World Cup to now making music with some of their idols. They also go in depth about what being non-binary means to them & where their general direction is set from here onwards. Aux Alaio https://soundcloud.com/auxalaio Nasiphi Zwanehttps://linktr.ee/zwane031 Sludge Undergroun...

EP205: Andile & Marcel are having a chat with Maleningi Records' very own, Celestial Mic Celestial Mic www.instagram.com/celestialmic Hosts Andile Mathonsi https://www.instagram.com/lunathii_drops Marcel Smuts https://www.instagram.com/thorns_of_sludge Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Edit/Mix/Master: Nasiphi Zwane Where To Begin. Beginner's Guide To Bands. Your beginner's guide to a singer or band - album by album. Hosted by Stevie Nix. Listen on: Apple Podcas...

Nasiphi had a chat with Symphonic Folk Metal band Bring To Bear based in London Bring To Bear https://linktr.ee/bringtobear Nasiphi Zwanehttps://linktr.ee/zwane031 Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Edit/Mix/Master: Nasiphi Zwane The Jay Franze Show: A deep dive into the entertainment industry Join Jay Franze on a journey through the captivating world of entertainment. Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the showWebsite https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https:/...

Nasiphi continues his interview with Mark Biagio of The Fismits, from their first session, Episode 169. Recorded in November 2020, Mark takes you back to the ’90s with his stories about sound engineering for today’s icons. This Part II gives you deeper details about his songwriting influences & a look at the philosophy behind the evolution of The Fismits. The Fismits http://fismits.com https://www.devographic.com/the-fismits https://www.facebook.com/fismitsband https://www.instagram.com/thefism...

Nasiphi & Andile continue their chat with Lungelo Manzi from their first session; Episode 166. Recorded in November 2020, this Part II gives you more insight into the final instalment of his "Black Dog" trilogy. Lungelo opens up about the pressures of being an independent musician, mental health & the responsibility of the artist as an influencer. Lungelo Manzi www.instagram.com/lungelomanzi www.facebook.com/lungelomanzisa www.twitter.com/lungelomanzi Featured Track: Lungelo Manzi - “This Time...

Nasiphi & Meagan speak to 2/3 of the creative collective, Visual Jutsu, about their experience in visual media. Together we explore the line between passion & profession, uncover what it takes to embrace your artistic identity & foster a community within your niche. Visual Jutsu https://www.instagram.com/visual.jutsu https://www.instagram.com/in.fishcat.we.trust https://linktr.ee/fishcatzombie https://www.instagram.com/altrnteunivrse.aep Hosts Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr.ee/zwane031 Meagan K...

Episode 200: To mark this special occasion, Meagan & Nasiphi speak about their experiences as South African podcasters, with the aim of giving newcomers a head start on the lesser spotted details of the craft. 200 episodes in & we’re still figuring it out as we grow, trying to take our own advice & always thankful for the listeners who have been with us since day one. Hosts Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr.ee/zwane031 Meagan King https://linktr.ee/MeagreKing Sludge Underground https://www.sludge...

Episode 199: Nasiphi is having a chat with the legends behind Umsindo Musiek, a music collective founded by Levi & Sqalisu, that wanted to challenge the generic sound of today but branch out in the main aspects of fashion, music & culture. We’ll also get insight on how they’re using simulcasts to promote other artists Umsindo Musiek https://linktr.ee/Umsindomusiek Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr.ee/zwane031 Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Edit/Mix/Master: Nasiphi Zwane S...