CULOE DE SONG

Mystic Lion

Over the last 14 years, Culoe De Song has cemented his distinct brand of rhythmic house, infused with traditional sounds and rich melodies, and has played stages from Barcelona to Bloemfontein, all while maintaining his distinct South African flare. 

Having gained both local and international acclaim for his pioneering style of Afro-house, Culoe talks to us about his lockdown hustle, and the amazing commonality between Zulu and European cultures while walking us through his own life’s journey.

Outro Song: “Judgement Dance”  *UNRELEASED TEXX TALKS EXCLUSIVE*

Featured tracks:

Culoe de Song – Medicine: Apple Music Spotify YouTube

DJ Kabila – Somnyama: Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Kan Sano – Stars in Your Eyes  Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Culoe de Song feat. Fatima – The Dragon’s End Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Culoe de Song – Rambo Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Culoe de Song – Webaba Apple Music Spotify YouTube

Matthew Loots – Flashpoint SoundCloud

Special shout out to the folks over at de Song Music for the generous use of their music in bringing this pod to life – here’s looking at you, Mlu! 

Extra reading:

Red Bull Music Academy 

Soulistic

Realtone Agency

Djoon

Dance to Culoe’s beat: Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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GOODLUCK

Making Your Own Luck

This week we are talking to the front woman for one of the most hardworking live electronic acts in South Africa. 

As the captain of the award-winning, chart-topping ship that is GoodLuck, their debut album gave us a record breaking number of Top 10 singles in South Africa – and their tasty blend of electronica and jazz and pop has seen them carve out a niche for themselves that’s seemingly unstoppable.

From chasing music in the desert to pandemic relief, to getting medical insurers to change their policies, Goodluck make the exceptional, routine, whatever they apply their minds to. 

Outro Song: “What Next?”  Apple Music, Spotify and Youtube.

Featured tracks:

Back in the Day: Apple Music Spotify YouTube

jacSharp – “Saving Grace”: Apple Music Spotify YouTube

A special thanks to Goodluck for the generous use of their music in bringing this pod to life. 

Extra reading:

The Luckdown

Get Lucky Summer

Get Lucky Records

Changing Medical Insurers 

Ride your luck with Goodluck at: Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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EARLY B

Leka Djy!

Early B is The United States of Bleomendal’s favourite hip hop son, whose slick rhymes and lekker vibes quickly earned him a place amongst Afrikaans rap’s elite, from the first few bars of his debut video gone viral, “Leka Djy”.  

From his early days starting out as one half of the rap duo Earl & Agemi, to his relationship with Peach and Nax from Van Pletzen, to forming an incredible working relationship with his sister as his manager, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a more dynamic, humorous and keen storyteller.

Outro Song: “Ben 10”  Apple Music, Spotify and Youtube.

 

Featured tracks:

 

“Early B Lockdown Challenge” YouTube

“Leka Djy” Apple Music Spotify Youtube

“Deur Druk” feat. Karen Zoid Apple Music Spotify YouTube

“Dakskroef” Apple Music Spotify YouTube

“Bene Lam” YouTube

“Ben 10”  Apple Music, Spotify and Youtube.

 

A special thanks to Early B and his team for the generous use of the music in bringing this pod to life. 

 

Stay “leka” with Early B at: Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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DIE HEUWELS FANTASTIES

Astrology 101

As the frontman of one of the most eclectic pop bands in South Africa, for the last 11 years Pierre Greeff has been leading Die Heuwels Fantasties into all sorts of uncharted waters, most recently having to build a lockdown-style album launch from scratch and executing it to perfection.

From the early days of shooting music videos on the road with little to no money, to how vital MK was in the formation of their audience, Pierre chats about DHF’s journey from their iconic self-titled debut release, to their latest genre-blending opus, 2021.

Outro Song: “Ons Moet Leef ”  Apple Music, Spotify and Youtube.

Featured tracks:

Pille vir Kersfees: Apple Music Spotify 

Klein Tambotieboom: Apple Music Spotify 

Vinger Alleen Apple Music Spotify 

Leja (Live) Apple Music Spotify 

A special thanks to Die Heuwels Fantasties and their team for the ridiculous usage of their music in bringing this pod to life. 

Extra reading:

Liefde by die Dam

MK

Supra Familias 

Rock on with Die Heuwels Fantasties at: Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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KWESTA

Gully and Gangsta

 

With a signature smooth, rich voice that sounds like he’s been gargling with whiskey since the age of 13 – this Katlehong, native is a SAMA winner, Metro FM Music Award winner and his last album was certified 10 times Platinum, spawning hit singles that have become African anthems.

From keeping busy during lockdown, to rapping in vernac, to the sometimes warped mentality of celebrity culture, Kwesta talks openly and honestly about his meteoric rise to being one of the most beloved rappers in Africa, as he prepares to drop his third album that’s been four years in the making. 

Outro Song: “Ngud”  Apple Music, Spotify and Youtube

 

Featured tracks:

 

The Finesse: Spotify 

Njandini: Spotify 

Kwesta feat Wale – Spirit Apple Music Spotify 

Kwesta ft Cassper Nyovest – Ngud Apple Music Spotify 

 

A huge shout out to RapLyf and Sony Music Entertainment Africa for doing the most, we really appreciate your support in bringing this podcast to life.

 

Extra reading:

Riky Rick

Cotton Fest

RapLyf

Keep up the hustle with Kwesta at: Facebook, Twitter and Instagram 

 

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