Variety Bands

In 2003 Freshlyground – Conference Entertainers launched their debut album, Jika Jika under their own Freeground Records label, the immediate success of which firmly cemented the band as one of South Africa’s most successful young acts.

Freshlyground formed in early 2002, and is made up of seven talented and diverse musicians from South Africa, Mozambique and Zimbabwe.

Fronted by the diminutive but dynamic Zolani Mahola, the band exudes a live performance energy that has been the bedrock of their success.

The experienced rhythm section of Peter Cohen (drums) & Josh Hawks (bass) is complimented by guitarist Julio Sigauque, keyboardist Seredeal Scheepers, Simon Attwell (flute, mbira, sax and harmonica) and violinist Kyla Rose Smith.

Although hailing from diverse backgrounds, between them the band’s members weave a musical magic that is highly infectious and undeniably groovy.

Freshlyground – Conference Entertainers released their second studio album Nomvula in July 2004. Nomvula was recorded and produced by JB Arthur and Sibusiso Victor Masondo.

The album sparked interest from Sony BMG Africa, who signed the band and released Nomvula in September that year. Radio quickly picked up on the single ‘Doo Be Doo’ and the catchy song went on to become a crossover favorite amongst a diverse spread of stations and their listeners.

‘Doo Be Doo’ was the most played song in South Africa in 2005.

The major success of ‘Doo Be Doo’ was followed by the singles ‘I’d Like’, ‘Zithande’, ‘Things Have Changed’ and the title track of the album Nomvula.

The album sold 300 000 units in South Africa alone- earning it multi-platinum status. The success and broad appeal of the band was celebrated in November 2006 when Freshly Ground-Conference Band Entertainers won the MTV Europe Award in the category Best African Act.

The award placed the band firmly on the international music map and earned them further recognition on home soil as significant South African cultural exports.

The success of Nomvula was followed by Ma Cheri – Freshlyground’s third studio album, released in September 2007.

The album’s release was followed by a major South African tour attended by over 25 000 people across four cities. The tour was produced by Freshlyground and supported by Volkswagen South Africa .

The tour successfully raised the performance and production standards of local touring, putting the band on par with international acts in terms of production scale and value.

Ma Cheri has sold 80 000 units to date in South Africa and the single Pot Belly is another major crossover success, and is play listed on all South African radio stations.

Five years on Freshlyground – Conference Entertainers are a still a sensation. In South Africa audiences of every race cram in to see them. Old people get up and dance.

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Freshlyground | Band
  • National Band

Tucan Tucan resulted from the desire of a group of musicians from different cultures and nationalities such as South Africa, Argentina and Mozambique, to unite and fuse different styles of music.

Through its music, TUCAN TUCAN overcomes boundaries, breaks down barriers, brings people together and embraces diverse cultures.

TUCAN TUCAN uncovers and explores music in all its aspects: A wealth of ideas, rhythms, sound, instruments and songs.

More vibrant than ever, TUCAN TUCAN strives to entertain audiences from all walks by bringing rhythms and melodies that are appealing to a wide audience and yet incorporating a taste of something new that will open a magical door to new musical experiences.

Tucan Tucan | Entertainers

The show is an enchanting journey that captures the audience with soulful sounds to energetic up-tempo compositions, colourful exotic dancing and band-audience interaction.

The band’s musical style has been described as a kaleidoscope – where and whenever you listen to this music, it’s colourful variety fascinates and captures the listener.

Latino rhythms like salsa, samba and bossa nova, and African elements such as those utilised in Kwasa Kwasa, Marrabenta and Ju Ju are used in the compositions.

With these elements, a unique sound is created, which appeals to both local and international audiences. With lyrics in Spanish, Portuguese, English and African languages (including Sesotho, Xhosa, Zulu, Ronga and Shangaan), Tucan Tucan aims to promote interaction between diverse cultures.

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  • Entertainers

The Kicks – Conference Entertainers are an authentic 8 Piece Jazz Band taking Top 40 hits and approaching them in a swing and Jazz style.

Fronted by the phenomenal vocals of Hannah Foster and Cameron Bruce, The Kicks takes the every day pop songs we hear on the radio and approaches them with a jazz/swing feel. Simply put we take pop music back in time.

Be it Meghan Trainor’s “All About That Bass” in a swing style, George Ezra’s “Budapest” in a blues/Jazz style or Taylor Swift’s “Shake It Off” in a slow Bossa style we aim to recreate the atmosphere of the great swing and big band era.

The Kicks

It’s quite a sight to have a full 8-piece swing band on stage playing recognizable pop tunes with a Gatsby feel.

The full horn section really transports the arrangements of each song back to the 1940’s. They ads an elegant, classy and sophisticated flair to any event!

With an impressive repertoire of original arrangements of pop songs and a full party set in their arsenal, The Kicks is sure to impress any crowd!

They consists of some of the most formidable South African musicians including Benjamin Jephta, Dave Cousins, Justin Badenhorst, Neil Engel, Justin Sasmen and Thomas Dancer.

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  • Jazz Band
Conference band Lemon n Limelight delivers versatile, high energy live entertainment with seasoned vocalists and musicians who create tailored atmospheres for premium corporate events.
  • Conference Band
Conference entertainment ensemble CODA Africa blends powerful vocals with electric strings, saxophone, and DJ artistry to deliver genre crossing, high impact performances for global events.
  • Band | Vocals & Sax

The Cappuccino group is sexy, dressed to kill and draw on the talents of SA’s most experienced and renowned performers which include Top 10 Finalists from both IDOL’s and Coca Cola Popstar.

The group is quickly making a name for themselves as one the most versatile and dynamic groups on the circuit. Cappuccino’s Repertoire concentrates on a vast number of classic, current and African hits with a fresh modern appeal embracing all Motown and RNB classics.

CORPORATE PERFORMANCE: As a standard, Cappaccino performs as a 3 Piece Vocal Group with Backing Tracks. Their standard set comprises of 2 sets and can include any variation of style from a Swing set to Party set. (Can perform as 3 to 7 piece)

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Cappuccino
  • Jazz Band

Hot Water and Donovan Copley is the madman of the South African music scene for sure! His genre-bending creation, Hot Water, is a fusion of everything we love and know about being South African.

From ‘kwasa-kwasa’ to ‘sakkie-sakkie’, from folk and blues to maskanda, you know you are in the presence of the crazy and the profound – it has grown and organically evolved through a musical exploration of what it truly means to be home.

Cape Town’s Hot Water launched onto the scene in 2006, and they have since cut three critically acclaimed studio albums and played at every major music festival in the country, including Kirstenbosch Gardens Summer Concerts, Rocking the Daisies and Oppikoppi (to name a few!)

They have also performed with musical legends such as Hugh Masekela, Johnny Clegg, Mango Groove and FreshlyGround, as well as spontaneously hitting the stage with artists including Karen Zoid, David Kramer and Dizu Plaatjies.

Hot Water | Corporate Band

Widely featured in many local and international commercials and shows, and the only band to have performed on top of Table Mountain, Hot Water is unstoppable.

From very early on, Hot Water garnered attention from across the globe.

They have performed in over ten different countries; from the twelve thousand-strong crowd at WOMAD Caceres, Spain to the Royal Carre Theatre in the Netherlands, Hot Water has taken its distinctive South African sound across the globe – and the world can’t get enough.

On stage, Donovan is a master of the unexpected. Whether he’s hanging from the scaffolding or breaking out into a toyi-toyi, there’s no doubt that you’re in for some unforgettable fun!

Locally rooted, while at the same time internationally successful, Donovan Copley’s Hot Water is an irrepressible wellspring of joy, an honesty, found deep in the roots of what makes us human, Finally, it has arrived – a musical statement of happiness and one hell of a jam!

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  • Variety Band
Shine 4 delivers high energy corporate entertainment with powerful vocals, vibrant choreography and a uniquely South African pop identity that captivates conference and event audiences.
  • Girl Band

Barcode is a group of dynamic young professional musicians who have joined forces to celebrate their South African heritage though their music, crossing and covering a diverse blend of South African favourites.

Their visually striking image embodies style and elegance and plays on the strong contrasts within the band and their easily recognisable repertoire and upbeat performance adds South African flair and flavour to any party or event.

The group consists of Vocalist Lindiwe Maxolo, electric violinists Balekane and Olivia, and producer / keys / viola / DJ Brendan Jury, all of whom have cast experience in the corporate entertainment worked.

They all come from different backgrounds, both musically and culturally and are having fun exploring and paying a wide variety of music together.

Barcode | Band

Musically they have taken popular songs from the past few decades and blended them into a set of music guaranteed to entertain a diverse audience with upbeat tracks from Mafikizolo, Brenda Fassie, Miriam Makeba and Lebo Mathosa.

The music of Barcode – Conference Corporate Band combines African sounds with catchy melodic and percussive loops, deep basslines and catchy rhythms and harmonies blended together with beautiful string lines, keys and sultry vocals.

This is truly a special collaboration in proudly South African style.

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  • String Band

Jeremy Olivier music career started in his small home town, Chinhoyi, Zimbabwe, where his passion for guitar catapulted him into a gigging rock band, touring the country from the age of 14.

After completing his A-Levels in Harare, Jeremy decided to further pursue music and he moved to Cape Town, where he obtained a BMus Honours in Jazz Performance from UCT’s College of Music.

Now, well established as a guitarist and vocalist in South Africa, Jeremy Olivier has performed with some great international artists such as George Benson, Katherine Jenkins, Jonathan Butler and Daniel Bedingfield.

Jeremy Olivier has also shared the stage with some of South Africa’s finest musicians and artists, including Danny K, Loyiso Bala, Sibongile Khumalo, GoodLuck, Judith Sephuma, Ard Matthews, Arno Carstens, FreshlyGround, Mango Groove, Jimmy Nevis and Johnny Clegg.

He has performed all over South Africa, as well as in Germany, Switzerland, Holland and Dubai at various shows, festivals and concerts.

In February 2012, he released his first single, ‘Serendipity’ to radio which became an instant hit and introduced him as an artist to the radio-listening public.

Jeremy Olivier then went on to record a four track E.P. and he released a further two singles, ‘It’s My Time’ and ‘What About Now’ from that E.P., both receiving the same enthusiastic response from deejays and the public alike. ‘Serendipity’ charted at # 6 on Heart 104.9’s SA Top 10 and ‘It’s My Time’ charted at # 21 on Radio Heidelberg’s Top 30 and at # 2 on Bush Radio.

All three songs were also picked up by Mood media and are now playing in the USA on the DMX Acoustic Chill channel as well as in retail stores throughout Northern America.

In February 2013, Jeremy released his fourth single, ‘Look at us Now’ to radio and he started working on completing his debut album.

Jeremy Olivier | Singer

In November 2013, ‘It’s My Time’ and ‘Breathing Underwater’ were chosen as the theme songs for two international ads for Huntington Beach Sun Foams.

August 2014 marked the release of Jeremy’s fifth single, ‘Beautiful’ – a heart-warming song about his adopted son who was abandoned at birth.

The song and the music video are currently being used by UNICEF SA to raise awareness for a new campaign that they are running: Ending Violence Against Children (#endviolence) and Jeremy was asked to become a Celebrity Advocate for UNICEF South Africa.

In June 2015, Jeremy Olivier was nominated for a Wawela Award for Best Male Artist and Composer for his debut album alongside Elvis Blue and Mandoza.

Jeremy’s sixth single, ‘Can’t Help Myself’ – a funky, up-tempo, Afro-Pop track that combines Jeremy’s signature sound with his Zimbabwean roots – was released to radio in March 2015 and climbed the Top 40 charts on Cape Town’s Heart 104.9.

Jeremy Olivier often travels to Holland for tours where the response to his music has been overwhelming and many opportunities are opening up on the horizon.

In addition to performing, Jeremy also regularly composes and arranges the musical score for Sunrise Productions ‘Jungle Beat’ animated series (showing worldwide on Cartoon Network, RAI, Canal +, Al Jazeera etc.)

He has written an arranged the theme song for the new SA Rugby mascot, ‘Bokkie’ as well as ‘Sharkie’ for the Sharks Ruby Team.

In 2008, he wrote and co-wrote the original songs, ‘Free Free’ and ‘Sweet Love’ for an international animated movie, ‘The Lion of Judah’ which was released in the US in June 2011.

In 2016, Jeremy Olivier took his talent to live TV on the very first season of The Voice SA. He won the hearts of the viewers and went right to the finale finishing as the winning contestant in Team Lira and achieving his spot in the final top four.

He also won the attention of his music idol, Oliver Mtukudzi, after singing a rendition of his song, ‘Neria’ on the show and there are plans to work together in the future.

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  • Variety Singer

With an interesting combination of talents, Soul Tone shares a good energy on and off of the stage. The group have the knack for grabbing their audience’s attention, swinging into action and ending up on the dance floor.

Performing together since 2007, the group consists of Nonhlanhla on lead vocals, Augustus on vocals and guitar and Chucks on backing vocals and piano.

Soul Tone have recently performed as Emperor Palace’s and Moyo Melrose Arch’s inhouse bands. Currently, they do regular performances at Montecasino, Emerald Casino, Carnival City, Life Grand Café, The Potato Shed and the Davinci Hotel whilst performing for corporate functions, private parties and weddings and government functions.

Individually, they have performed with numerous legends both locally and internationally. Their music varies from Jazz, Soul, Soft Reggae, Afro Pop, African music and party music.

Soul Tone | Corporate Band

Their performance history includes:

Emperors Palace (every Saturday night from 20:00pm – 00:00am) – September 2013 to April 2014.
The SAPA Gala Dinner.
The SARA Cocktail Dinner.
The SARA Exhibition Cocktail Dinner.
Department of Arts, Recreation, Sports and Culture Gala Dinner.
Road and Transport Agency Dinner.
Metropolis Gala Dinner.
JRA Year End Awards Function, Oracle Motivational Awards.
Back of the Moon, Garden Court Hotel Sandton, National Treasury Dinner.
Nedbank Gala Dinner.
AIGS Gala Dinner.

Rhode & Schwartz yearend function.
ACSA yearend function.
MultiChoice – Africa Magic yearend function.
Davinci Hotel Valentine’s Day Dinner.
Davinci Hotel’s New Years Eve party.
Nelson Mandela Foundation – Stop Hunger Now function.
DHL Awards Ceremony.
Brandhouse Media Awards.
Cummins Dealer Conference Gala Dinner.
Oracle Awards Function.
Leadership Development Graduation Ceremony.
Edcon Gala Dinner.
Cell C Staff Party.
Ayanda Inside Fashion Launch.

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  • Soul Band

Supafly Band is a fun, vibrant band that brings a new level of energy and audience interaction to the corporate scene.

About Supafly Band
Combination of Pop, Rock & Party Songs
Featuring members of Just Jinjer
SupaFly is an adaption of the current popular band FLIES specifically design for the corporate market and upmarket events

FLIES consists of Brent Harris (Drums & Vocals), Denholm Harding

(Bass Guitar & Vocals) and Gavin Morein (Electric Guitar& Vocals) all of whom have been in the music industry for well over a decade and have  played both locally and internationally with Just Jinjer.

Originally from a variety of successful cover bands, the group brings a wealth of experience, incredible talent and an understanding of just what songs to play to keep their audience wanting more.

SupaFly sees the incorporation of Andy Klee and Veronique Lalouette on lead vocals, adding a certain softness and sophistication to the all male group which has also allowed the group to incorporate popular female tracks like “It’s Raining Men”, “I Will Survive” etc and provide an even wider variety to their existing repertoire.

Supafly | Band

With her extensive experience singing in the hottest nightclubs in Hong Kong & Dubai. Andy is great at getting the party started for any occasion.

Andy and Veronique have huge amounts of experience in the Corporate markets.

Veronique came third on Idols season three and had a number one hit on her solo album. Both are magnificent singers, each bringing their own uniqueness to the stage.

SupaFly is a fun, vibrant band that brings a new level of energy and audience interaction to the corporate scene.

FLIES consists of Brent Harris (Drums & Vocals), Denholm Harding

(Bass Guitar & Vocals) and Gavin Morein (Electric Guitar& Vocals) all of whom have been in the music industry for well over a decade and have  played both locally and internationally with Just Jinjer.

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  • Variety Band

Voodoo Child – Conference Entertainers is a young dynamic energetic 5-piece band, which came together in 2004, consisting of SA’s most talented young musicians promises to deliver an eclectic array of sounds, as well as a thrilling show.

Alongside with their own compositions, Voodoo Child put a cutting edge on covers. Ranging from Classics such as: Radar Love, Roxanne and Living on a Prayer, with current hits, such as: This Love (Maroon 5), Are you gonna be my Girl (Jet).

Lebo (Vocals) – is an absolutely explosive entertainer with a voice not many can compare to. Stemming from Welkom, Lebo was an instant hit on the Barnyard theatre circuit performing for two years all over SA in productions such as Forever Young, Johnny Plays Guitar and 70s Revolution.

Has also performed in various corporate shows and recording sessions.

Al (keyboards) – Al studied music & sound engineering at the national school of the arts (NSA).

As a highly skilled pianist and vocalist Al performed in Dubai for one year he returned to SA to perform as Jerry Lewis in Richard Lorings “That’ll be the day” (Buddy Holly story) he is currently a lead actor on the popular E-tv series Backstage.

Voodoo Child

Brendon Gold (guitars) – Also studied music & sound engineering at NSA. Brendon produced and directed his first show Flashback, which staged at barnyard theatre in 2001. He later performed as the guitarist in Barnyards Forever Young.

After performing in Hilton Al Ain, he returned to SA and was cast as the 4th cricket in Richard Loring’s “That’ll be the day”.

Fuzz (bass guitar) – Fuzz is a highly skilled and creative bass player, self trained, he has played in many bands such as Voyeur and battle of the bands winners Born Itchy.

Fuzz truly brings a stage performance to life with his unique stage personality and driving bass lines making him an instant hit with audiences and an asset to musicians.

Travis (Drums) – Whilst studying music at the NSA Travis played in the popular original band Pyramid Tounge amongst free-lancing for the corporate drumming group 1st Project.

He later traveled to the UK where he was signed to the group Plastic Dream; he is also a popular drum teacher.

Watch this band people – they already have tons of airplay with their single “Plain Jane”. This band is going places in big way!

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  • Variety Band

Sans of Time – Conference Corporate Band are easy to Work with, Reliable, Professional and set World-Class Service Standards

Sans of Time will be 13 years old this year. In addition to being voted “The Best Value-for-Money Band” by Dlamini Weihl and Sunday Times, this band was also reviewed as the Top “Image Band” by Joshua Still of the Argus.

A vocal display of music covering virtually every genre (Pop, Jazz, Rock, Latino) from the 60’s to this week’s hits.

Marysa and Alrick were both lead singers in different bands that joined forces to form this unique vocal display of cover music backed by the internationally renowned vocalist/guitar sensation, Paul Petersen.

All  tracks are high quality and perfectly sequenced to provide world class sound quality for the ultimate audio-visual experience.

This vocal recipe of experience and talent could well make them SA’s most versatile band.

This Band has the Perfect Balance between early dinner expensive ballads and Party till-you-drop Music!

Sans of Time-Conference Corporate Band historically had 4 band members – depending on client needs, a 4th, 5th and even 6th band member can be added.

So, Sans of Time has the ability to add more vocalists, keyboards, guitar, sax and trumpet.

Sans of Time

Past and Present Audience
Sans of Time have performed for virtually every large Corporate brand in South Africa.

This Group has been many Booking Agents first choice for entertaining Foreigners visiting Southern Africa.

They specialise in crowd diversity regarding language barriers, Race, Age, Gender and Cultural Differences.

Whilst they’ve placed themselves squarely in the Corporate/Tourism markets, they remain very affordable for Weddings, Parties or any event that needs new memories made!

The Band has performed at most major hotel groups throughout South Africa particularly in Cape Town and Johannesburg. Internationally they have performed in London and Zambia.
Equipment and Sound

Part of Sans of Time value for money package is the fact that they own and supply their own sound and technicians for their performances for groups under 500 people (restricted to within 100km of the Cape Town CBD unless otherwise arranged).

Why Hire Sans of Time
Simply put…This is the WHOLE PACKAGE and the REAL DEAL! It is not often that you find musicians that sound amazing, look good and most importantly, understand corporate culture and service delivery! This is a shining example of what South Africa can produce!

Alrick comes with vast experience both on and off the stage. His rapport with people from all walks of life, whether it is business or pleasure, has allowed this talented singer to open doors for this outfit both Nationally and Internationally.

His haunting voice and devilish stage personality will have you eating out of his hands within minutes.

Alrick has negotiated, infiltrated and entertained crowds of diverse people and created truly memorable occasions over many years.

He has the ability to hold a crowd in the palm of his hand and rock them into the early hours of the morning.

He is also renowned for his Master of Ceremonies skills and has often been referred to “James Bond with a Mic”.

Originally from a Baptist gospel music background, with a strong flair for Ballads, Jazz and Pop music, his diverse repertoire of songs will include his influences which are Cliff Richard, Richard Marx, Al Jarreau, George Benson, Luther Vandros, Josh Groban, Robbie Williams, Michael Buble, George Michael, Will Young, Elton John, Sting, Ne-yo, Michael Franks, The Commitments, Tom Jones, Maroon 5, Mighty Motown sounds and many, many more.

Marysa has played the Cape Jazz scene for four years before embarking on a stint in Dubai for one year.

She rejoined Sans of Time in 2003 and has added her much needed refreshing voice to a recipe that is now truly world class. She puts the sugar into soul and the juice into jazz with her vivacious moves and brilliant stage act.

Her recent international experience (London and Zambia) has added a dimension of very specific vocal spice that is appreciated and admired by all.

Marysa has an amazingly musical ear that adds harmony to virtually any note. A sensual and classy act that performs with sincerity and soul.

A beautiful woman that is adored by all crowds and evokes emotion amongst all who witness her smooth, soulful performances.

In local circles, she is known as a vocal gymnast and often out-sings the original artists with her fabulous vocal range.

This bright singing sensation is on the rise and is ready for an elaborate career in an industry that is fortunate to have her.

Her influences are Anastasia, Diana Krall, Abba, Duffy, Leona Lewis, Amy Whinehouse, Celine Dion, Barbara Streisand, Lisa Stansfield, Tina Turner, Micheal Buble, Diana Ross and many more

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  • Variety Band

BadWolf – Corporate Band is a fresh 5piece band from Johannesburg created purely to rearrange top 40 and other highly recognizable songs with a hip, groove based approach.

BadWolf takes everything from Etta James’ classic “At Last” to Taylor Swift’s “Shake It Off” and everything in between.

They hosts some of South Africa’s young stars. Hannah Foster has created a name for herself as one of the most talented vocalists, Cameron Bruce, Idols finalist in 2009 as well as guitarist for 80’s superstar, Jennifer Rush.

BadWolf | Conference Band

Together with Justin Badenhorst (Drummer for Elvis Blue) and Benjamin Jephta (renowned SA Bassist) holding down the rhythm, each song is sure to be tight and groovy.

The cherry on top is their fantastic Trumpet player, Neil Engel, who adds a touch of elegance and class of BadWolf’s sound.

All round that are a great band for any event, function or wedding with their constantly updated repertoire and having the versatility of 2 vocalists they are sure to make your event!

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  • Variety Band

A critically-acclaimed urban-pop group, Gang of Instrumentals – Entertainers was founded in 2002.

Their innovative musical style is a mixture of street rap, hip hop, soul, pop, ragga, R&B and rock, with elements of house and kwaito.

They won the coveted ‘Best Urban Album’ in 2009 at the SAMAS (the South African Music Awards) due to their fusion of different sounds and they have high profile performances such as the Cape Town Jazz Festival, the Presidential Inauguration, Miss World, Africa Day, the Indian Cricket League under their belts.

Gang of Instrumentals

The band member, Tumi ‘Lady Naturelle’ Masemola, Mandla N-Pimville Spokesman and ‘Bongo’ Riot Zungu also write, produce and act in ‘City Ses’la’ which is the second largest local show on TV (after Generations). ‘City Ses’la’ has had various seasons and they received 7 out of the 8 awards that they were nominate for at the SAM Film & Television Awards in 2009, making the show the most successful comedy show in South Africa.

Gang of Instrumentals – Entertainers awards include:
⦁    ‘Best Urban Album’ at the 2009 South African Music Awards (SAMA)
⦁    2 SAFTA Golden Horns for ‘Best Soundtrack’ in a TV comedy – 2006 & 2007
⦁    2 Channel O nominations for ‘Best Group’ & ‘Best Video’ in 2005
⦁    A SAMA nomination for ‘Record of the Year’ in 2008
⦁    ‘Band of the Year’ at the KORA Awards in 2008

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  • Arrival Band

The Graeme Watkins Project brings a dirty, edgy, rough approach to a medley of pop, indie, rock and electronic genres!“Runner Up” in Idols, Graeme Watkins has returned to the big stage on his own terms, with his highly successful band, “The Graeme Watkins Project”.

But this band is not only about Graeme. It consists of phenomenal musicians who can be individually recognised – Ryno Zeelie (lead guitar), Rudo Pieterse (bass) and Matthew Marinus (drums).

The unit has managed to break the ‘cookie-cutter’ mould of the stereotypical SA-Pop Rock sound by producing fresh sounds!

Some background on the project:

The Graeme Watkins Project band exploded in South Africa in 2011, after the release of their debut album, ‘Corridors of the Mind” – a hot product at most events and festivals around the country.

The group were invited to Los Angeles to perform at A + R Worldwides Musexpo, where they had the opportunity to perform for industry legends such as Larry King, Seymour Steyn and Michael Chugg to name a few!

Whilst performing in LA, the band was spotted by international Producer and A+R specialist, Jeff Blue of Atlantic Records.

In the space of one year, they have produced five Top 10 hit singles from the album.
In 2012, they were nominated for 2 SAMA Awards (‘Best Rock’ and ‘Best Video’), 1 MK Award (‘Best Newcomer’) and a YOU Spectacular Award (‘Best Music Act’). See Speakers Inc list of Bands

The Graeme Watkins Project

2013 has seen their fresh new single, “Fight When We’re Young”, produced by LA-based producer, Jeff Blue. This song comes from their hugely anticipated album, due to be released in the middle of this year.

With a range of songs, incorporating a host of genre’s – from rock to indie, to pop, to deep and meaningful ballads – this band is full of surprises!

Their music has an ADHD inspired beat, which is designed to get the crowd into the mad-capped mind set of the band members – with the intention to get the audience to break out of their comfort zone and to rock out to the all-encompassing movement of this group’s melody!

“The front man’s massive amount of energy got the crowd going and before long I was jumping up and down and happy again. The Graeme Watkins Project performance sufficiently inspired me to purchase a copy of their CD at the door on the way out”
– The Urbanist

“[The album] is the perfect mix of rock, indie and electro and really is a step up for South African music”
– ontheradio.za.net

“You’ll recognise the band’s passionate foot-stamping and wide-eyes with their utter enthusiasm and pride in their music.”
– Looklocal.co.za

“Africa is listening and the fans can’t believe the music they are making”
– takealot.com

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  • National Artists

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