Yearly Archives: 2022

Rodriguez Fan Message: In the US, most people still don’t have a clue about him

Just thought I would send a quick note. I am sitting here listening to some Sixto. If not for the movie which I saw in Kuwait in 2016, I doubt I would have ever heard any of his music. In the US, most people still don’t have a clue about him. But I crank hisContinueContinue reading “Rodriguez Fan Message: In the US, most people still don’t have a clue about him”

A massive thank you to Rodriguez

I would just like to say a massive thank you to Rodriguez for (in my opinion) the best tracks ever created!! You are a true legend! I am sooooo pleased to hear that you are finally getting the royalties you so deserve! However, I understand that material things are not top of your list, whichContinueContinue reading “A massive thank you to Rodriguez”

Wonderful Irish Cover Version Of A Rodriguez Song By Gerry Arias

Gerry Arias Gerry Arias is a well-known Irish musician who has been active in that industry for a long time. He has  also become a big fan of Sixto Rodriguez ever since he saw the film ‘Searching For Sugar Man’ and has been very influenced by that story, and Rodriguez’s music, ever since. So, GerryContinueContinue reading “Wonderful Irish Cover Version Of A Rodriguez Song By Gerry Arias”

‘Sugar Man’ the book is now available on eBook!

Sugar Man: The Life, Death and Resurrection of Sixto Rodriguez In September 2015, ‘Sugar Man: The Life, Death and Resurrection of Sixto Rodriguez’  by Craig Bartholomew-Strydom and Stephen Segerman, was published by Penguin in response to the demand for more information behind the Oscar-winning documentary ‘Searching For Sugar Man’ by Malik Bendjelloul. For all thoseContinueContinue reading “‘Sugar Man’ the book is now available on eBook!”

Rodriguez Fan Message: Has Rodriguez Stopped Touring?

I saw “Searching for Sugarman” in 2013, the year it won the Oscar, and immediately afterwards searched for concert dates. At that time the only tours I could find were in South Africa. I started thinking about Rodriguez today — which turns out to be his birthday! — and again looked for concerts near me.ContinueContinue reading “Rodriguez Fan Message: Has Rodriguez Stopped Touring?”

Rodriguez Fan Message: Live In Europe?

DEAR RODRIGUEZ, As I love you and your great inspiring music, my question is: will you still be giving a live performance / a concert anytime in the near future??? Any chance of seeing you live somewhere in Europe?? Wishing you a most happy, healthy and joyful 80th birthday, all the very best from Germany.ContinueContinue reading “Rodriguez Fan Message: Live In Europe?”

Happy 80th Birthday Rodriguez!

Rodriguez & Dave Matthews 21 June 2022 Please join us in wishing Rodriguez a Happy Birthday on the occasion of his 80th Birthday which falls on July 10th! On behalf of all of us at the official Rodriguez website, Sugarman.org, we send our warmest wishes to Rodriguez and we hope that he has a wonderful dayContinueContinue reading “Happy 80th Birthday Rodriguez!”

Rodriguez Fan Message: What an amazing musician!

Just happened to watch Searching for Sugar Man, not only one fascinating back story but what an amazing musician. I’m 69 years old so this is my music. I feel somewhat cheated never being exposed to his gifts until now. Rodriguez has been in Detroit and I’m in southwest Michigan, so close. Please schedule aContinueContinue reading “Rodriguez Fan Message: What an amazing musician!”

The One Mad Tea Party Festival | Jou Radio

From https://www.jouradio.co.za/news/the-one-mad-tea-party-festival-40 The One Mad Tea Party Festival The One Mad Tea Party Festival After returning last night to my home base, 15 km outside Polokwane in the Limpopo province, I will admit I am still getting to grips with all the happenings from the last week. A few weeks prior I received a messageContinueContinue reading “The One Mad Tea Party Festival | Jou Radio”

Rodriguez Fan Message: “Cold Fact” music book

Hi, I read with interest your discussion about the ‘Cold Fact’ sheet music book… I just wanted to let you know that I have a copy of this book that I bought from a music shop in Brisbane, Australia in the eighties… and only a few years ago now I was fortunate to meet theContinueContinue reading “Rodriguez Fan Message: “Cold Fact” music book”

Cause, A Thing Of Pure And Honest Beauty

I’m not sure how ‘official’ this site is, but if there’s any way the man himself can know, I owe it to him to say; “‘Cause” is some of the most beautiful and meaningful poetry (and art in general) that I’ve ever experienced. It’s a thing of pure and honest beauty and I thank youContinueContinue reading “Cause, A Thing Of Pure And Honest Beauty”

Rodriguez, Your Music Still Inspires Us Today

Cold Fact Coming From Reality I was listening to Cold Fact & Coming From Reality recently. Your music still inspires us today, so much so that I’m taking the time to write this. The lyrics, basslines, and rhythm have inspired me on my journey as an aspiring folk guitar player. The way you articulate yourContinueContinue reading “Rodriguez, Your Music Still Inspires Us Today”

Recycled Vinyl in South Africa

Hi Guys,Basically, my question is: Did South Africa ever use recycled vinyl to press records? And if so, when? (and for how long?)Context: With sanctions in place, would there not have been issues with stock at some point? I remember reading that even the USA recycled vinyl (in the 70s I think) because of aContinueContinue reading “Recycled Vinyl in South Africa”