Sedert Radio Kalahari Orkes (RKO) se bekendstelling in 2005 KKNK, het hulle die harte en voete van die hele nasie landwyd opgeëis. Hulle navolgers is so wydversrpeid soos hulle musiek. Afrikaans, Engels, swart, Capies... almal word geraak en geamuseer deur die ‘orkes’.
Voor in die koor is die geliefde stoepsitter van die Kalahari-oase, Boet (Ian Roberts). Hy lei die orkes in ’n lewendige, soms aweregse vertoning van die beste musiek wat Afrikaans sekerlik tans bied. Hulle kan sing! En mondfluitjie speel, riel, dans en kitare slaan...
RKO was ’n treffer by Oppikoppi en Innibos. By die KKNK het mense agter hulle aangeloop van vertoning na vertoning. In Pretoria was elke optrede van RKO weke vooruit volbespreek.
Die musiek is uniek en eg-Suid-Afrikaans, met invloede uit die hele skatkis van die land se kulture. Op die album word geen genre met rus gelaat nie, van goema tot rock; kwaito tot boeremusiek... en natuurlik nog vele meer. Die orkes se instrumente sluit in kitare, banjo’s, mandolien, mondfluitjie, kazoo, pennywhistle, viool, dromme... en die pragtige Krummelpoppies se agtergrondstemme.
RKO beoog ... moreSedert Radio Kalahari Orkes (RKO) se bekendstelling in 2005 KKNK, het hulle die harte en voete van die hele nasie landwyd opgeëis. Hulle navolgers is so wydversrpeid soos hulle musiek. Afrikaans, Engels, swart, Capies... almal word geraak en geamuseer deur die ‘orkes’.
Voor in die koor is die geliefde stoepsitter van die Kalahari-oase, Boet (Ian Roberts). Hy lei die orkes in ’n lewendige, soms aweregse vertoning van die beste musiek wat Afrikaans sekerlik tans bied. Hulle kan sing! En mondfluitjie speel, riel, dans en kitare slaan...
RKO was ’n treffer by Oppikoppi en Innibos. By die KKNK het mense agter hulle aangeloop van vertoning na vertoning. In Pretoria was elke optrede van RKO weke vooruit volbespreek.
Die musiek is uniek en eg-Suid-Afrikaans, met invloede uit die hele skatkis van die land se kulture. Op die album word geen genre met rus gelaat nie, van goema tot rock; kwaito tot boeremusiek... en natuurlik nog vele meer. Die orkes se instrumente sluit in kitare, banjo’s, mandolien, mondfluitjie, kazoo, pennywhistle, viool, dromme... en die pragtige Krummelpoppies se agtergrondstemme.
RKO beoog om binne die volgende paar maande hul volgende cd uit te bring en belowe om mense weer van hul stoele af te lig en op die dansvloer te kry.
Die songs se lirieke draai ook nie doekies om nie. Die hele landskap van Suid-Afrikaner wees word ondersoek – van rugby tot affirmative action, van liefdesleed tot vleis-eet.
Uit die pen van Ian Roberts kom ook ‘n skitterende lied oor die baasspeurder Piet Byleveld.
Die manne agter meeste van die wysies is hoofsaaklik Dan Roberts en skrywer-joernalis Rian Malan, wat ook sy eie album Alien/Inboorling vrygestel het en met geweldige entoesiasme ontvang is.
Malan het ook die Teaterstuk, Die Nagloper geskryf, wat handel oor die lewe van die 1930’s se boeremusiek-held, David de Lange. RKO sal in die toekoms ook hierdie opwindende nouveu-boeremusiek songs by hulle vertoning voeg -
So, trek aan jou opskopskoene, want hier kom ʼn ding...
Media-reaksie sover:
‘Hier kom ‘n ding!” – Dirk Jordaan, Beeld
‘Musiek wat begin by jou voete, dan inskop in jou lyf en uiteindelik beland in jou kop – Marguerite Robinson, Rapport Tydskrif
‘Die intelligentste inheemse musiek wat die land seker nog gesien het’ – Theunis Engelbrecht, Rapport
‘This is what truly mixed, indigenous South African music should sound like’ – Diane de Beer, Pretoria News
‘At last! Music that makes sense! I guarantee that you will not be able to sit still when they play’ – Charles de Olim, The Star
‘Young rockers, take note – these old ballies know some sh*t – SL Magazine less
5 cities! 5 days! 7 stages! Local and international artists!
Where 10's of thousands of screaming fans converge to create a raucous spectacle of sound, light, dance and rock n roll.
We're trucking from North to South, East to West to make history through one of the biggest events South Africa has ever experienced.
Come get buck wild with us!... more5 cities! 5 days! 7 stages! Local and international artists!
Where 10's of thousands of screaming fans converge to create a raucous spectacle of sound, light, dance and rock n roll.
We're trucking from North to South, East to West to make history through one of the biggest events South Africa has ever experienced.
Come get buck wild with us!
DATES & EVENTS:
02 March 2012: Port Elizabeth - R80 http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=127923833982333
03 March 2012: Bloemfontein - R80 http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=279609888739352
09 March 2012: Durban - R120 http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=194777177263859
10 March 2012: Johannesburg - R350 http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=131314133641081
11 March 2012: Cape Town - R350 http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=232922423434558
STRICTLY NO:Under16's. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult over 21, Alcohol or any beverages (please leave your drinks at home, cash bars at the event), Littering (Leave No Trace), Fireworks, Domestic animals, Graffiti, Bad attitudes, Weapons, Independent sound systems, illegal substances, Don't drink & drive; P:L:U:R.
RIGHT OF ADMISSION RESERVED. Entry is entirely at your own risk. The promoters accept no responsibility whatsoever for injury, death, loss or damage of any nature to persons, vehicles & belongings. This applies even to negligence of any kind by the promoters, venue and contractors. All rights reserved. less
RHI MANUFACTURES STRETCH TENTS AND MARQUEES RHI Stretch Tents and Marquees are 100% waterproof, super-strong, available in any colour, can be erected almost anywhere and offer a stunning medium for branding.
Location: 70 Wynne Street, Parow Cape Town South Africa
As a full time Professional Martial Arts Instructor, I have learnt from the best Martial Arts Instructors who have been all over the world competing in different martial arts competitions and events. ... moreAs a full time Professional Martial Arts Instructor, I have learnt from the best Martial Arts Instructors who have been all over the world competing in different martial arts competitions and events. They have been teaching for over forty years in different places and with different people.
A father and son team videoing events and concerts. We provide an outstanding quality video package put straight to DVD, at a competitive price. We video school concerts, weddings, birthday parties, b... moreA father and son team videoing events and concerts. We provide an outstanding quality video package put straight to DVD, at a competitive price. We video school concerts, weddings, birthday parties, ballet and music shows. We are based in Somerset West, and have provided our services to a number of the schools and organizations in the area. We are not in anyway bound to this area we are willing to travel to your venue if needs be.
This legendary theatre director / producer / playwright / actor / comedian / MC extraordinaire is one of South Africa’s most celebrated talents and his unlimited performance capacity is an incredible ... moreThis legendary theatre director / producer / playwright / actor / comedian / MC extraordinaire is one of South Africa’s most celebrated talents and his unlimited performance capacity is an incredible contribution to our world of entertainment.
Having a formidable background in multiple disciplines has given Rob the ability to captivate audiences far and wide. From his extensive theatre career (he took a record-breaking 13 shows to the Grahamstown National Arts Festival in 2008), to his ever-popular television personality including roles such as the hilarious “Twakkie” in The Most Amazing Show on SABC2 (also co-written and produced by Rob), and the unforgettable co-host of Crazy Games.
Rob has been plying his trade as a relentless and ruthlessly funny stand-up comic and MC. His advantaged experience equips him as one of SA’s most sought after corporate entertainers and master of ceremonies – he recently had the unique honor of performing for Madiba at his 90th birthday bash in his hometown of Qunu.
His latest live comedy offering Rob van Vuuren is Rob van Vuuren was nominated for the best one-man show at the 2008 South African Comedy Awards, and won the Nando’s Best Comic Performance by an Actor at Grahamstown 2008.
Rob’s most recent accolade is a record-breaking win of the hugely popular TV show Strictly Come Dancing with the esteemed showdance professional Mary Martin. Now the reigning SA Champions present a stellar behind-the-scenes account of their rise to the top. Join this hilarious and touching journey of how Rob learnt to love dancing, how Mary learnt to cope with a comedian in high-heel dancing shoes, and how together they conquered the hearts of South African TV audiences – and the dance floor! less
Since his initial breakthrough onto the South African music scene in 2001 with his award winning track, ‘In the Beginning’, Roger has continued to evolve with the music culture, both locally and internationally.
Roger’s success is largely due to his eccentric and energetic approach to radio and production. The Saturday Surgery, over the years, has continued to be an almost one-on-one experience with each listener; a musical conversation and a sharing of tastes. His on-air liveliness and presence is tangible and translates into what seems like a private party in each listener’s home.
Part and parcel of the Surgery’s ongoing success is Roger’s unbridled passion and excitement for new sounds. He spends much of his time sourcing the latest in hot tracks, despite genre, culture or popular opinion. Roger breaks down boundaries, seamlessly incorporating multiple musical fields into one fluid, heart racing mix - week after week.
With his beginnings in house music, Roger often branches out into dubstep, drum and base, old school rock, trance and even something popular and typically mainstream. Roger cannot be defined by conventional standards which is what makes each Saturday a unique listening experience. His adaptable approach ensures he is always tuned in, discovering obscure musical gems and thriving on diversity.
Apart from ... moreSince his initial breakthrough onto the South African music scene in 2001 with his award winning track, ‘In the Beginning’, Roger has continued to evolve with the music culture, both locally and internationally.
Roger’s success is largely due to his eccentric and energetic approach to radio and production. The Saturday Surgery, over the years, has continued to be an almost one-on-one experience with each listener; a musical conversation and a sharing of tastes. His on-air liveliness and presence is tangible and translates into what seems like a private party in each listener’s home.
Part and parcel of the Surgery’s ongoing success is Roger’s unbridled passion and excitement for new sounds. He spends much of his time sourcing the latest in hot tracks, despite genre, culture or popular opinion. Roger breaks down boundaries, seamlessly incorporating multiple musical fields into one fluid, heart racing mix - week after week.
With his beginnings in house music, Roger often branches out into dubstep, drum and base, old school rock, trance and even something popular and typically mainstream. Roger cannot be defined by conventional standards which is what makes each Saturday a unique listening experience. His adaptable approach ensures he is always tuned in, discovering obscure musical gems and thriving on diversity.
Apart from the time and effort Roger invests in his shows and music, He also runs a successful business which includes, voiceovers, radio commercial production, event planning and cd production.
Roger enjoys working on remixes of local artists and is passionate about amalgamating genres, demonstrating that artists can cross boundaries to appeal to a wider range of musical tastes. He has been instrumental in the growth of many local talents. Roger believes in featuring homegrown DJs on his shows in an effort to both showcase amazing local achievements as well as assist in the development and exposure of these young careers.
Roger tours the country extensively, rarely spending free time at his home in Johannesburg, to play alongside local and international acts across South Africa.
As we past Roger’s 6th Saturday Surgery album, one thing is abundantly clear – Roger is an artist, whose staying power is dictated, not by popularity or conformity, but by his sheer adoration and passion for sound. less
Location: Unit 8 Ebenezer Park, 71 - 73 Killarney Avenue, Killarney Gardens, Cape Town 7441
Rolling Thunder Distributors was established in 1998 by Owner and Director John Sideratos. With many years of experience in the music industry John began in the importation of DJ equipment. In 2001 Ro... moreRolling Thunder Distributors was established in 1998 by Owner and Director John Sideratos. With many years of experience in the music industry John began in the importation of DJ equipment. In 2001 Rolling Thunder Distributors expanded into the lighting industry and other specialist audio equipment as well as setting up a rental division which offered sound, lighting and staging, this gave us a fantastic platform to show how our products performed in the live industry to our clients .
Rolling Thunder Distributors 400m2 office and warehouse base is located in Cape Town from where products are distributed throughout Africa and South Africa. Rolling Thuder Distibutors is a Wholesale company representing a number of leading international brands and works closely with stores and rental companies involved in the Music industry.
Rolling Thunder Distributors has grown and evolved into one of the most prominent and respected South African DJ wholesaler's in the marketplace today. Our sales staff take pride in our service and have the expertise in giving you the correct application and product for your event or need. less
Rouxmia was born and raised in Somerset West.
Scouted at the age of 15 at a beauty pageant.
She was signed with an agency and the rest is history.
Today she has done numerous campaigns and work for big clients.... moreRouxmia was born and raised in Somerset West.
Scouted at the age of 15 at a beauty pageant.
She was signed with an agency and the rest is history.
Today she has done numerous campaigns and work for big clients.
She has traveled to Germany and London through modeling, but prefer sunny old Cape Town.
She was in the local reality show Rooi Rose Supermodel in 2007 gracing the TV screen with 19 other South African Models and she was one of the finalists for FHM Model 2009
She has done commercials for Vodaphone (UK), Geroldsteiner (Germany), Tag (USA), Gilette (Europe), MTV (Europe), Babyliss (London), Espirit (Germany), Konig Beer (Opisite Actor Till Schweiger), Bedhead (London), Pretty Polly (UK), Motorola (Dubai), Kiss (Germany) and many more.
After high school she did a course in acting, which landed her various movie roles locally and internationally including Steorra and Luck.
She is also the leading lady in the music video of Flat Stanley (Also known as MacStanley)
She also has a talent for singing and is seen doing duets with local bands. less
Location: Albert Road, Woodstock, 7925 Cape Town, South Africa
RP Sound offers professional & affordable sound, staging and lighting solutions, specialising in all-weather, outdoor events in and around Cape Town.
We pride ourselves in offering tailor made sound and lighting solutions for any event, no matter how big or small.
The company has been involved with events such as Earthdance, supplying the stage, sound and intelligent lighting for the Origin floor.
In addition we have sound and lighting choice for other outdoor events like Vortex, Alien Safari and others.... moreRP Sound offers professional & affordable sound, staging and lighting solutions, specialising in all-weather, outdoor events in and around Cape Town.
We pride ourselves in offering tailor made sound and lighting solutions for any event, no matter how big or small.
The company has been involved with events such as Earthdance, supplying the stage, sound and intelligent lighting for the Origin floor.
In addition we have sound and lighting choice for other outdoor events like Vortex, Alien Safari and others.
With the recent addition of of our brand new state of the art lighting we promise to add another facet to our already multidimensional range of solutions.
With ten years worth of outdoor sound and staging event experience, RP Sound is uniquely poised to offer you the right sound, stage or lighting solution for your event. less
Ryk Neethling is a 3 time world champion from Bloemfontein. He used to break record after record, start swimming schools and make wine. Follow Ryk on Twitter as well www.Twitter.com/RykNeethling
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