Author Archives: Brian Currin

Piet Botha & The Lizard Kings…a tale of two bands..

Two of SA ‘s most enduring rock bands have a bond that goes back many years. Having been friends since the early 1990’s they often performed at the same shows and would jam together whenever the opportunity would present itself.During 2001 Piet Botha and J.Martin of the Jack Hammer band were on a two weekContinueContinue reading “Piet Botha & The Lizard Kings…a tale of two bands..”

SOUTH AFRICAN ACOUSTIC VOL. 1

‘Mozambique’ by Jack Hammer on new Rebel Records compilation http://rebelrecords.wordpress.com/2010/04/15/new-releases-from-rebel-records/ Tracklisting 1. Today – Jesse Clegg 2. Freedom! – New Holland 3. Safe as Houses – aKING 4. Small Room – Karen Zoid 5. I’ll Be There – The Parlotones 6. She Always Gets What She Wants – Prime Circle 7. Great White Bear –ContinueContinue reading “SOUTH AFRICAN ACOUSTIC VOL. 1”

New Afrikaans song from Brian Finch

Brian has currently finished his first ‘Afrikaans song’ and it is a winner. The title is ‘Outa-lappies’ and has a wonderful article and the words of the song written into the local Newspaper, for all of Prince Albert to learn and sing at the Prince Albert Town and Olive Festival, on the 1/2/3rd May. BrianContinueContinue reading “New Afrikaans song from Brian Finch”

A FINE SLICE OF NOSTALGIA – BRIAN FINCH: IT’S THE MUSIC THAT MATTERS MOST

Brian has just completed an extensive tour around the country, Bloemfontein, Johannesburg, Plett, J.Bay,East London, Durban. He had a very successful tour with great performances. He continues his tour throughout the year, and this month will be performing “UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL” with 3 shows, l Friday 30th April at 8.00pm/cover charge R80 pp. (BarnyardContinueContinue reading “A FINE SLICE OF NOSTALGIA – BRIAN FINCH: IT’S THE MUSIC THAT MATTERS MOST”

‘Cold Fact’ is 40 years old this month

Rodriguez is an unlikely icon. He is 67 years old, has only recorded 25 songs and has released no new material in the past 38 years. Yet, even as they were ignored by international audiences, songs like ‘Sugarman’ and ‘I Wonder’ have become part of South Africa’s musical heritage. This unlikely icon was born SixtoContinueContinue reading “‘Cold Fact’ is 40 years old this month”

Rodriguez will perform in Australia on the following dates

From Regan Rodriguez on Sugarman.org Message Board March 31st – Brisbane – Tivoli April 2nd and 4th – Byron Bay – 21st Annual Bluesfest April 5th and 6th – Sydney – Basement April 7th and 8th – Melbourne – Corner Hotel April 10th – Adelaide – The Gov April 11th – Sydney – The Factory

Recommendation from Toni Gozza

Brian is a gem on the net and builds fantastic and amazing music sites worldwide – Brian is an asset for any business when it comes to online marketing and sales, especially with his vast knowledge of the internet… My favourite subject is where Brian Currin really excels, he is a pure historian on anyContinueContinue reading “Recommendation from Toni Gozza”