Your number one portal to South Africa’s most must-see emerging bands & creatives. We host super chilled interviews with local musicians in a bid to help you discover the best of them before anyone else. We also occasionally chat to established musos for music industry insights. Join us on this riveting journey highlighting the gritty and alternative musical corners of South Africa
…
continue reading
EP358: Jim of Australian Prog Metal band Caligula's Horse shed light on the South African leg of the band's tour, huntsman spiders in Australia, being one of the most successful bands in Australia but still needing a day job, and more. #Interview #Podcast #CaligulasHorse #SouthAfrica #SouthAfricanPodcast Support the Show. Help us continue making gr…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Faet On How The Band Started, South African Female-led Bands, And Leaving South Africa For Wales
19:22
19:22
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
19:22
EP356: We learn all about the female-led band Faet from Durban, South Africa! Support the Show. Help us continue making great content for listeners everywhere by subscribing to Sludge Underground Podcast + Website https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://sludgeunderground.store/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sludgeunderground TikTok ht…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Jasper Dan On Their KERRANG! Feature, Playing With Iron Maiden , Their Latest Single, & Giving Back
27:33
27:33
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
27:33
EP356: Join us as we take a deep dive into Jasper Dan's latest single 'Mama Voodoo' & more! Support the Show. Help us continue making great content for listeners everywhere by subscribing to Sludge Underground Podcast + Website https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://sludgeunderground.store/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sludgeundergr…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Sunken State on going to Germany, Preparing for Wacken Open Air 2024, and representing SA
12:58
12:58
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
12:58
We had a quick chat with the lads from Sunken State about their upcoming performance at Wacken Open Air 2024 alongside some of the biggest names in metal. Join in as they discuss they journey so far, Preparing for the event, and the love and support they've received. Support the Show. Help us continue making great content for listeners everywhere b…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
MaxX & Love on their Debut Album, Working With A Label In 2024, Navigating Social Media
37:40
37:40
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
37:40
MaxX & Love, the electrifying music duo from South Africa, take us on an unforgettable journey behind the scenes of their debut album, "These Blues Might Get You Too." Through candid conversations, they reveal the painstaking yet exhilarating process of creating a full-length album in an era where singles and EPs dominate. From the creative spontan…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Carla Franco on the Cape Town Music Scene, Overcoming Doubt & her "Big Talker" Release
25:43
25:43
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
25:43
Carla Franco, a rising star in Cape Town's vibrant music scene, offers an inside look at her inspiring journey to surpassing 80K streams on Spotify. Discover how Carla stayed true to her artistic integrity even when others doubted her, and how persistence turned her initially discouraged song into a massive success. We also compare the music cultur…
…
continue reading
We embarked on a side quest to review the new horror flick "Longlegs." Did it leave us spooked or just wanting to crank the amps? Meena, Brynn, Nate, Myke, and Nasiphi share their HONEST opinions and ratings (out of 5!). Subscribe for more alt madness and maybe some unexpected movie reviews! Remember to let us know what YOU thought of Longlegs in t…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Sophomore Shifts, Epic Endings & BYOBand with Lower Hollow
59:58
59:58
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
59:58
Meagan chats to Ashley, Chad, Trystan & Benjamin from hardcore/metal band - Lower Hollow. They speak about rebuilding their lineup, solidifying their sound & trading tracks on tour. The band discusses getting hybrid in studio, setlist strategies & creating a balanced album. Cure your social disease; find somewhere to belong. Support the Show. Help …
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Ruff Majik talk merch, touring and devious deeds
31:43
31:43
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
31:43
Marcel catches up with the boys from Ruff Majik and talks about their most recent tour, Merch sales, and run-ins with local police. This ones a wild ride so buckle in Support the Show. Help us continue making great content for listeners everywhere by subscribing to Sludge Underground Podcast + Website https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https:/…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Tributes, Revivals & 90's Nostalgia with The Fismits
35:11
35:11
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
35:11
EP351: Meagan chats to Mark Biagio from Indie Alt-Rock band - The Fismits. They discuss the unsigned heroes of the 90’s, measuring progress & balancing life’s equations. Mark opens up about sharpening his storyteller skills, remembering Live Jimi Presley & keeping the Grumpy Bastard element. Leaving doesn’t make much sense; he can tell you everythi…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Brandon Render Of Middle Grounds on The formation of the band, the Wacken finals, and the future
29:53
29:53
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
29:53
Marcel has a chat with Brandon Render of Middle Grounds about the bands conception and rapid growth into one of the giants of the South African metal scene. Going on to win the sub Saharan Africa battle for Wacken and representing South Africa in Germany in just under a year of the bands existence. Support the Show. Help us continue making great co…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
An00k Patterton On Being An Emerging SA Artist, Maintaining Work Ethic, And Building Connections
27:32
27:32
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
27:32
EP349: Marcel has a chat with Cape Town alt hyper-pop artist An00k as she breaks down her approach to making music, her journey so far, and her plans for taking over the SA music scene Support the Show. Help us continue making great content for listeners everywhere by subscribing to Sludge Underground Podcast + Website https://www.sludgeunderground…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Variety, Consistency & Goosebumps with Angst Party
43:15
43:15
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
43:15
EP48: Meagan chats to Mika, Brett, Adam and Kat from Indie/Alternative Rock band - Angst Party. They talk about their first year as a four-piece, embracing variety in their discography & balancing their time in studio. The band touches on their upcoming work, getting goosebumps & releasing music consistently. This episode features an exclusive appe…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Hawema: Local Punk, Forming the Band & Finding Their Flow
34:33
34:33
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
34:33
EP347: Meagan chats to Damien from Durban’s gnarliest Afro-punk band - Hawema. He gives us the goods on forming the band, developing their sound & recording the EP. Learn more about local punk as Damien gets into future releases, touring Joburg, and letting the crowd go wild. Resist the road rage & take something for the pain instead; Hawema was he…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Myke Taylor of Your Cynical Sanity On The Wacken Finals, Direction Shifts, and New Music
26:01
26:01
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
26:01
EP346: Marcel has an in depth chat with Durban's own Myke Taylor of Deathcore band Your Cynical Sanity. From Their performance at the finals of the South African Waken Metal battle to dealing with a variety of new members and direction shifts over the 13 years of the bands existence. Support the Show. Help us continue making great content for liste…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Daisy Arson On Launching A New Project, Her Influences, And Musician Skillset
22:02
22:02
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
22:02
EP345: Marcel has a chat with local hyper-pop Artist Daisy Arson. Support the Show. Help us continue making great content for listeners everywhere by subscribing to Sludge Underground Podcast + Website https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://sludgeunderground.store/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sludgeunderground TikTok https://www.ti…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Rocc Lobsters On The Durban Music Scene, Playing Festivals, And Being Authentic
23:54
23:54
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
23:54
EP344: KZN is legendary for epic festivals like Splashy Fen & Ballito Pro, but what about building a sustainable scene for artists? The awesome Rocc Lobsters join us to discuss the highs and lows of Durban's music landscape, from rocking out at Splashy Fen to the importance of crowd interaction and genuine stage presence. Get ready for a fun and in…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Sunken State On Relocating, Dealing With Lineup Changes, And Making Music You Enjoy
27:08
27:08
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
27:08
EP343: Marcel has a chat with the rapidly growing Sunken State and their journey so far Support the Show. Help us continue making great content for listeners everywhere by subscribing to Sludge Underground Podcast + Website https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://sludgeunderground.store/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sludgeunderground…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
The Ultimate Guide To Copyright & IP For Musicians with Legal Practitioner Beth Larriva
16:42
16:42
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
16:42
EP342: Learn the legal ropes of protecting you music with Beth Larriva of Farzanah Manjoo Attorneys. Support the Show. Help us continue making great content for listeners everywhere by subscribing to Sludge Underground Podcast + Website https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://sludgeunderground.store/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/slud…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
From Bars to Cribs: Chyna The Artist on Fatherhood, Loss, and Durban Hip-Hop
22:39
22:39
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
22:39
EP341: Twins, rhymes, & prison times?! Chyna The Artist gets real on fatherhood, the Durban Hip-Hop scene, and more! Sludge Underground Podcast + Help us continue making great content for listeners everywhere: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1908486/support Support the Show. Help us continue making great content for listeners everywhere by subscribing t…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Glamping Gone Wild, Clive vs Johni Holiday: Last Week's Recap
19:03
19:03
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
19:03
EP340: Hold onto your crockery, it's tea time! Marcel and Nasiphi dive headfirst into the crazy world that is the South African music scene. Buckle up as we dissect the exorbitant ticket prices for the upcoming event, Daisyland, and whether their focus on glamping justifies the cost. ⛺️ Next, we shift gears and discuss South African musician Johni …
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Splice’s Zain Wolf On Sample Clearance In 2024 & More
1:10:11
1:10:11
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:10:11
EP339: It’s a music sampling and production masterclass as Meagan and Nasiphi chat to audio wizard, and sample maker for Audeobox, SATURATE!, and Splice, Zain Wolf. This also marks Meagan’s first episode back since 2023, so you know it’s fire. Let’s go! Support the Show. Help us continue making great content for listeners everywhere by subscribing …
…
continue reading
EP338: Marcel has a chat with Martin Cito ofWonderboom on their 28 years of experience with the ups and downs of the music industry, From multiple Samma nominations and demo rejections from their label and persevering through it all and remaining true to the sound of the band. Listen Here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/45Ahb3Z1t6yHM2F2gFrAtx Supp…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Arno Carstens On 30 Years In The South African Music Industry
18:13
18:13
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
18:13
EP337: Join in as Marcel has a chat with South African legend Arno Carstens about his wild journey in the South African music industry through the years. Springbok Nude Girls https://open.spotify.com/artist/3hz6VscKnCkBeeeiy66Qzh Arno Carstens https://open.spotify.com/artist/4VE8VoX8eVfwfVSuikRyxE Support the Show. Help us continue making great con…
…
continue reading
EP336: Marcel has a chat with artist Ross Harding regarding his upcoming single as well as some other topics like Art Verses Business. Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1FqnXueiEcKhdI6NBFwKcA Support the Show. Help us continue making great content for listeners everywhere by subscribing to Sludge Underground Podcast + Website https://www…
…
continue reading