This episode sees me talking with singer Kahn Morbee and guitarist Paul Hodgson, some good friends as well as very well known names on the South African scene (and internationally too).

I first toured with the Parlotones in 2002 and we shared many a stage over a couple of years, including one in London. I immediately knew they were absolutely class songwriters and wasn't surprised when their trajectory just kept going up and up.

Even so, they've done some pretty amazing things few SA bands have achieved, and it's been an absolute blast to delve into their past, explore their evolution, learn about triumphs and lower points, and share some pretty funny stories.

Explore the Parlotones and get connected to their socials here: https://theparlotones.co.za/

Parlotones songs featured in this episode:

Colourful

Beautiful

Push Me To The Floor

Here Comes A Man

Giant Mistake

Ashton Nyte - 'Rivers Run Back'

Boo - 'Lucki'

Neon Choir - 'Young Blood'

Anova Skyward - 'Caught in Time'

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This episode sees me talk to Martin 'Cito' Otto, vocalist and songwriter for South African pop-rock-funk legends Wonderboom. A true gent, he waxed lyrical about their history and some choice moments from their incredible career. They're a band absolutely devoted to the stage and crafting the best songs they can - successfully giving the middle finger to convention while writing stuff that's totally memorable and accessible.

Visit https://www.wonderboom.co.za/ for more info!

Songs featured in this episode are:

My Name Is Freedom: https://music.apple.com/gb/album/my-name-is-freedom/1730584928?i=1730585329

Miss Demeanour: https://music.apple.com/gb/album/miss-demeanour/1730584928?i=1730585344

Smile Pantsula: https://music.apple.com/gb/album/smile-pantsula/1510392528?i=1510392538

She Cries: https://music.apple.com/gb/album/she-cries/1510392528?i=1510392536

Space Man (Springbok Nude Girls): https://music.apple.com/gb/album/space-man/1258394974?i=1258395222

Charlie: https://music.apple.com/gb/album/charlie-aint-slavin-2-da-habit/588691527?i=588691606

Shadows: https://music.apple.com/gb/album/shadows-2001-barney-simons-shadows-2001-remix/588691527?i=588691752

Southern Light: https://music.apple.com/gb/album/southern-light/1634644523?i=1634644531

Never Ever Ever: https://music.apple.com/gb/album/never-ever-ever-ever/582363370?i=582363373

Ooh La La: https://music.apple.com/gb/album/ooh-la-la/1634644523?i=1634645210

Animal: https://music.apple.com/gb/album/animal/1634652426?i=1634652433

Hell: https://music.apple.com/gb/album/hell-single/1634664216

Songs featured by my solo project ThumbOfRule are:

Last To Leave: https://music.apple.com/gb/album/last-to-leave-single/1580286542

Caught In Time: https://music.apple.com/gb/album/caught-in-time/971275559

Thanks to Cito for his time and kindness in helping me put this episode together.

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Springbok Nude Girls are one of South Africa's most beloved rock bands, even now some 30+ years after forming. Their debut album, 'Neanderthal One', immediately captured hearts with the iconic single 'Bubblegum On My Boots' - and they became a household name with the bittersweet anthem 'Blue Eyes'.

Guitarist/songwriter Theo Crous has become one of South Africa's premier music producers and engineers, cutting his teeth alongside masters like Kevin Shirley before helming many award-winning records by bands like Fokofpolisiekar, AKing, Van Coke Kartel and many more. Theo has been a major part of my musical development, producing and engineering my very first recording, the Jimmy 12-Inch EP 'Diaphoraspora' featuring singles like 'Even Steven' and 'Shorn's Song.'

The accomplishments and adventures of Theo and SNG are too many to list here, so I recommend checking out their massive discography here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3hz6VscKnCkBeeeiy66Qzh?si=7gAqKc6IRVCnKfR0QibDWg

Songs featured in this episode are:

Blue Eyes: https://open.spotify.com/track/7DirY6NZx5zbsNChNHUZNb?si=c609d13202c64e46

Bubblegum On My Boots: https://open.spotify.com/track/7rpkHhI6GttrGTphdCNYIC?si=35ac7acea7a04035

Bubblegum On My Boots Today: https://open.spotify.com/track/5xSbVtcrrNp36uwltJFKfb?si=999ac73d32b84ac3

Little: https://open.spotify.com/track/1rJ0NNDUPUGPeU8I9xHHqP?si=2b8e2e838f934b98

X: https://open.spotify.com/track/3n3K0SzVpeI9jdzhzHRd2b?si=6fe28f91ab414d11

Giant Love Affair: https://open.spotify.com/track/0Zk5DkUqVIrcr61xH0erFo?si=26e1966c542744cf

Gang Gang: https://open.spotify.com/track/2KGPdwbWakpMxzgH5bIVyc?si=21347a1fb9cf4dc7

Watch the documentary Springbok Nude Girls on Apple TV here: Springbok Nude GirlsApple TVhttps://tv.apple.com › movie › springbok-nude-girls

Also visit https://springboknudegirls.co.za/ for more info about the band.

You can download the Jimmy 12-Inch back catalogue here: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/ggsdl76bxyu2avj/AACYLtefCfS07_gVEVM1tOaqa?st=uhrgrcpq&dl=0

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