Shifting perspectives: a history of Shifty Records
It was the 1980s in South Africa that saw the birth of a new local music scene, as artists sought to voice their protests against apartheid and the stifling conservatism of the time through music that spoke of the real South African experience.
Everything is Cool with Can Skylark
Some people were just born with music in their blood - Can Skylark is one of them. Quite apart from her talent as a musician, she's also got that mysterious 'x factor' that those Idols judges are always going on about.
Oppikoppi Odyssey: The brief
From 3rd World Spectator to Zebra & Giraffe, Oppikoppi revellers are in for a music odyssey of note! Celebrating its 20th year in 2014, this year's theme came from the student brains trust at AAA; Claire Searle was part of the team that packaged the concept for Oppikoppi.
Emotional connection the core of Mashika's music
Zethu Mashika looks like any young man walking around Melville in Johannesburg. He wears faded jeans, an old T-shirt and Converse All Star sneakers.
Idols and The Illustrators
Who says unless you win Idols SA, you'll fade into nowheresville. If you've got the drive, passion and charisma, Idols can be a very helpful stepping stone for your career. Dominic Neill, a top 10 finalist in the 2012 edition is testament to this.
