The Kiffness is one of South Africa’s most recognisable live electronic acts, blending jazz, house and contemporary groove into an uplifting and highly engaging performance experience. Founded by Dave Scott in 2010 after relocating to Cape Town, the project grew from a bedroom production setup into a nationally celebrated act with a string of radio hits. Dave’s musical foundation was shaped during his years at Rhodes University, where he played multiple instruments across various bands while honing his skills as a nightclub DJ. This dual background in live performance and electronic production set the groundwork for the signature Kiffness sound.
Since 2013, The Kiffness has secured six singles on major South African radio playlists, each reaching top 10 positions on local Top 40 charts. Their collaborations with leading artists such as Shortstraw, Samuel Miller and Mathew Gold helped cement their reputation as innovators in modern South African electronic music. In 2014, saxophonist and synth specialist Clem Carr officially joined the act, having already co-written hit singles Where Are You Going and Find A Way.
From headlining OppiKoppi, Rocking the Daisies, Splashy Fen and Park Acoustics to performing internationally in the Seychelles, The Kiffness continues to captivate diverse audiences through polished production, live instrumentation and a memorable stage presence.
The Kiffness makes jazzy, groovy & uplifting house music and are fast becoming one of South Africa’s favourite live electronic acts.
From the beginning of 2013, they’ve had great success on local radio stations with 6 songs already play listed & all songs reaching top 10 status in the top 40 charts.
Dave Scott founded the project in early 2010 when he arrived in Cape Town to pursue a career in music.
During his studies at Rhodes University Dave played a handful of instruments in multiple bands while also DJ’ing at a couple nightclubs.
Upon arriving in Cape Town he was ready to use his experience in both live & electronic forms of music & fuse them to form a live electronic act.
From its relatively humble beginnings, Dave managed to make his way from bedroom producer to building his own studio & crafting a handful of successful singles that have had great success on radio charts.
Featuring on some of those singles are some of South Africa’s leading artists including Shortstraw, Samuel Miller, Mathew Gold.
With The Kiffness’ success on radio the band has had the opportunity of playing headlining slots at some of South Africa’s most reputable festivals such as OppiKoppi, Rocking the Daisies, Splashy Fen & Park Acoustics to name a few. They’ve also played an international show in the Seychelles.
Saxophone & synth extraordinaire Clem Carr joined The Kiffness mid-2014.
Before joining forces with Dave on stage, Clem had played a major role behind the scenes in co-writing two of The Kiffness’ most successful singles to date – ‘Where Are You Going?’ & ‘Find A Way’.
What sets The Kiffness apart from most electronic acts is their tangible instrumental talent. What’s more is that they are great performers, so crowds can expect nothing short of a huge vibe.
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