After years of change, reflection, and rebuilding, South African rock outfit Man As Machine return with their first new music since before the pandemic. Their latest single, The Right Words, marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the band and is the first release featuring their revitalised lineup. Formed in Gauteng in 2009,…
San Diego hard rock trio Latex Grenade has officially unleashed their blistering new single and music video, Suffer, the latest offering from their long-awaited upcoming album, Bee Miner. Known for their explosive blend of punk energy, thrash-infused riffs and anthemic hard rock hooks, Latex Grenade have spent over a decade carving out their reputation as…
South African indie-rock outfit Battersby return with their commanding new single and accompanying video, “Arrows”, a track that captures the band’s signature blend of nostalgic storytelling, heartfelt lyricism, and soaring instrumentation. Fronted by seasoned songwriter John Battersby, the project brings together a group of accomplished musicians: Marc Klein (Red Tape Riot) on drums, Tristan Bell…
An emotional exploration of redemption, faith, and the journey back to self PLUM returns with their deeply moving new single, Reach Out, accompanied by a haunting and visually striking music video. The release marks a bold and introspective chapter for the band, blending raw emotional honesty with themes of spiritual longing and personal redemption. Reach…
Rising rock artist Keanan Eksteen returns with a striking new single that captures the raw intensity of vulnerability, passion, and emotional risk, further cementing his place as one of South Africa’s most exciting contemporary rock voices. Fronting a dynamic band known for their high-energy performances and commanding stage presence, Eksteen has spent the past few…
HEARING-IMPAIRED ARTIST CARLA FRANCO UNVEILS THIRD STUDIO ALBUM A FUNERAL FOR MYGRIEF — A RAW AND UNFLINCHING EXPLORATION OF HEARTBREAK, LOSS, AND ACCEPTANCE. An emotionally precise, concept-driven body of work that positions FRANCO as one of South Africa’s most compelling storytellers in alternative music. Following a South African Music Award nomination for her sophomore album…
UK-based singer, songwriter and performer Adam Boyd returns with his compelling second solo single, “Going Down,” released on 6 March alongside an evocative official music video now available on YouTube and all major streaming platforms. Known for his emotive vocal delivery and cinematic alternative sound, Boyd first made his mark as the frontman of the…
Johannesburg-based heavy outfit Lower Hollow return with their latest single, a striking and unapologetic cover of Type O Negative’s “I Don’t Wanna Be Me.” The release follows last year’s Threnody: Songs Of Perseverance and continues to showcase the band’s evolving sound with vocalist Kathryn firmly at the forefront. Formed in 2022, Lower Hollow have steadily…
South African alternative pioneers PLUM continue their forward momentum with How The West Was Lost, a powerful new single that reflects the band’s current creative focus and sharpened artistic vision. The track will be released via Mongrel Records. Since forming in 1996 PLUM has always operated outside of strict genre lines. Drawing from blues, rock,…
Berlin-based collective Lucy Kruger & The Lost Boys have released their seventh studio album, Pale Bloom via Unique Records. The announcement marks the culmination of a five-year creative journey that finds the acclaimed art-pop outfit venturing deeper into the shadows of memory and childhood mythology than ever before. Known for their blend of art-pop, ambient…