Recorded in the heart of the Garden Route, this self-produced anthem delivers raw emotion and rebellious spirit. South African hard rock powerhouse Betty’s Nuklear are back with their explosive new single, Beach Blood — a track that perfectly captures the band’s fearless energy and uncompromising attitude. Formed in 2020, Betty’s Nuklear have built a…
South African rock and roll firebrand Keanan Eksteen returns with his electrifying new single “Risk It All”, a hard-hitting, unapologetic track that captures the thrill of ambition, desire, and downfall. The single is now available on all major streaming platforms. Since emerging in 2021, Keanan Eksteen and his band have carved their place in the…
After years of carving out a name on the South African and international stages as frontman of indie-rock favourites Red Tape Riot, John Battersby returns with a fresh new chapter. His latest project, John Battersby Band, brings together long-time friends and seasoned musicians Marc Klein (Red Tape Riot) on drums, Tristan Bell (BRYNN) on guitar,…
The Amblers have never been a band to play it safe. Known for their raw grit, honest songwriting, and uncompromising ethos, the South African duo now step into bold new territory with the release of their upcoming EP, Never the Two Shall Part — out today via Mongrel Records. The bands evolution is striking but…
South African rock duo The Amblers return with High Water, the first single from their upcoming EP Never the Two Shall Part, out 26 September 2025 via Mongrel Records. Known for their gritty honesty and uncompromising artistry, The Amblers are expanding their sonic palette without losing their raw identity. The new EP sees the band…
Alternative band Lefokolodi have officially dropped their highly anticipated debut EP, The Milk Was Finished Cos We Were Thirsty — a five-track sonic statement that celebrates the band’s roots, their musical heroes, and their defiant individuality. Out today on all major platforms, the EP refuses to be boxed in. While often labelled “punk,” Lefokolodi’s sound…
South Africa’s alt-rock rebels The Barcode Bandits are back—and they’re bleeding red. The Gauteng-based trio has just unleashed their brand-new single “Red”, a blistering, emotional gut-punch taken from their new album Recoded. Formed in the chaos of 2012, The Barcode Bandits have been tearing through stages and shredding sound systems for over a decade.…
Nastiriff is making their mark on rock ‘n roll with the release of their debut EP, Malus—a five-track surge of raw energy, sharp commentary, and an unapologetic attitude. Dropping alongside the EP is their latest single Conservative, a track that takes a direct jab at the self-righteous and the perpetually offended, complete with a bold…
After a 17-year hiatus, legendary South African band Plum is making a triumphant return with their brand-new single, Don’t Stop Believing. This marks their first release since 2005 and signals a bold new era for the iconic group, who have been at the forefront of South Africa’s alternative music scene since 1996. Originally formed by…
Emerging from the depths of their 90s rock nostalgia, Free Machine has released the official lyric video for their heavy-hitting single, Newborn Wreckage, taken from their recently launched debut album, Dead Echoes. The track embodies the band’s raw, unapologetic tribute to the grunge era, drawing on influences from Soundgarden, Alice in Chains, Pearl Jam, and…