Johannesburg-born singer-songwriter Charlie Harris released his long-awaited debut album, DIGITAL DUST (SIDE A) on the 14th September. Known for his deeply authentic performances and evocative storytelling, Charlie’s music blends folk rock with a genre-defying sound that feels both familiar and refreshing. Accompanied by his band, KEEP GUESSING, Charlie’s live shows are intimate, drawing listeners in…
Second Chapter is the new album from South African rockers the Jack Hammer Band. Founded by musical legend Piet Botha, the band have been captivating audiences across the country for over three decades. After Piet’s untimely passing, the band is continuing with the legacy, with live shows featuring classics from their immense discography as well…
Jack Hammer Band will be releasing their new album Second Chapter on the 1st February 2023. To celebrate the release the band will be playing a host of shows across Cape Town during the first week of February. Founded by musical legend Piet Botha, the band have been captivating audiences across the country for over…
Basson Laubscher & the violent free peace’s ‘ old town’ is a nostalgic drive down memory lane and the carefree comfort of youth. The track sees chief songwriter, Basson Laubscher, reminiscent of the days and nights of his youth, entering adulthood and his coming-of-age story in the sleepy, student town of Stellenbosch, South Africa. Basson…
Hugh Davison has been part of the lesser-known Johannesburg alternative music scene for the last 20-odd years, after having spent his formative years in various far flung, dusty mining towns between Botswana and South Africa. He rose to prominence playing in various Jozi punk and electro bands like SubMachine, The Slashdogs and The Means. He…
Lava Suit is a new experimental solo project from musician and producer Gideon Kretschmer, based out of Frankfurt, Germany. If you like a dose of nice melodic, emo/folk inspired songs that take you back in emotional reminiscence to your happiest memories or saddest day, you will love Lava Suit. Indulging in no-boundaries creative experimentation focused…
Birds and the Bees is the first single released by Johannesburg based rock n roll unit The Amblers from their upcoming offering. Although the two haven’t offered much insight into the track itself, what they have indicated is that it’s an expression of the reality that it’s getting tougher to have meaningful conversations because many…
Plug Music Agency are happy to announce that Blues-infused folk-rock duo The Amblers will be making their live debut in Cape Town in March proudly sponsored by Paul Bothners Music. “We are so excited to be heading to Cape Town for the first time to share our music with the beautiful people of the Mother…
(Photographer – Jacques Schutte) Birds and the Bees is the new single from South African blues-infused rock storytellers The Amblers, the track is taken from their upcoming 3rd EP set for release early 2020. As always drummer Jason Hinch provides a powerful framework for Justin Swart to deliver his ideas of music and lyrics to…