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340ml
Based in Johannesburg
The southern African four-member group 340ml is currently based in Johannesburg but has its roots firmly planted in Mozambique. The release of their first album in 2003 earned them critical praise, and opened the doors to a wide range of public performances. Titled Moving, the album was one of the most effortlessly evocative recorded in South Africa during 2003, casting a musical glow that speaks of hazy beach sunsets, languid afternoons and blissed out summer fun. MORE

BALCANTU
Based in Cape Town
Balkantu’s music is a creative blend of Balkan/Gypsy- and light Classical styles that appeal to a wide range of audiences.  Their name adequately refers to the Italian words “bella canto” which means “beautiful song”.  This Stellenbosch based group showcases flashy ‘fiddling’, versatile piano expertise and impressive ensemble playing in a great variety of humm-able, toe-tapping tunes.  They skillfully revive popular classics and well-known gypsy songs with playful improvisation while maintaining the integrity and quality of the music. MORE

CODA
Based in Cape Town
Electric strings, African vocals and DJ come together to combine the old, or traditional, and the new. The trio of electric violin, electric cello and African voice is showcased against a backdrop of exhilarating live sampling to create pure musical magic on stage. The show includes original works in the genre of Buddha Bar and Café Del Mar - Ambient music that explores the depth and range of the electric cello, violin and voice - as well as upbeat, virtuoso repertoire that showcases the skill and talent of the performers and draws on influences of Dance, House and Kwaito. MORE

DJ RENE THE FRENCHMAN BIG BAND
Based in Cape Town
Since leaving France for a life of music, surf and family in South Africa's Mother City, Rene Tanguy has become a household name in Cape Town due to his unique, passionate DJ style and audience appeal. DJ Rene The Frenchman can get any dance floor moving to his powerful World sounds - Retro, Nu-disko, Latin / Cuban / Brazilian style house and the very best of French house. MORE

LMR TRIO
Based in Cape Town
The LMR Trio consists of Lisa Bauer, Maxim Starcke and Ronan Skillen which form the core unit of this unique and organic performance group. While fusing such musical styles as jazz, world music and some nu-folk and Classical elements the LMR Trio incorporate an otherworldly aesthetic into their beautiful atmosphere and transporting, earthy yet magical performances. MORE

LOUISE DAY BAND
Based in Cape Town
Talented singer/songwriter Louise Day has been strumming it in the public eye since the age of ten. A true Cape Town girl though and through, her unique blend of Folk/Rock/Pop delivered by her outstanding lingering vocals, have been showcased at some of the trendiest spots in the Cape Town surrounds. MORE

MAISHA
Based in Durban
The band Maisha (which means “Life” in Swahili) is hot on the gig trail in and around KZN. The band consists of 7 members from various genres of music. Maisha’s music is of the World style and ranges from Afro ballads to more up-tempo rhythmic songs that are guaranteed to get you on your feet and dancing.  Songs are sung in English, Zulu, Swahili and French and cover topics very relevant to South African and African life at present .MORE

NIGHTLIFE CONSPIRACY
Based in Cape Town
Nightlife Conspiracy is a new electro lounge act presenting an interesting and diverse collaboration, drawing on influences from pop, trip hop, jazz, funk and lounge. Nightlife Conspiracy offers up a sound uniquely capetonian, and a musical experience that is accessible yet maintains strong underground roots. MORE

ORGANIC LOUNGE
Based in Johannesburg
Organic Lounge is a trendy concept in background music, featuring a Café del Mar style DJ playing chill out music together with live jazz musicians. The whole effect is visually and aurally stunning and very contemporary without being too intrusive. Organic Lounge have played at a number of top venues including Sandton Convention Centre, Fashion TV Cafe, Sun City, to name a few. MORE

PANDORI
Based in Cape Town
Pandori entertains and enlivens the spirit with joyful, soulful klezmer and balkan melodies. Capturing the Eastern European sound, Pandori have added their original fresh flavour to bring this unusual and dynamic music to life here in Cape Town! They will add fire to any event and reconnect you with the spirit of freedom...that is the gypsy! . MORE

THE RUDIMENTALS
Based in Cape Town
The Rudimentals is an AFRICAN-SKA Band based in Cape Town They are a socially diverse, fun-filled act, strivING to interact with people of all ages and tastes. They thrive on the fact that they defy compartmentalization and are really proud that brand of music carries the "unique" label The music is a quest for the ultimate 21st century Pan African Ska party, comprising of dance-hall raps, reggae rhythms and a skanking back beat of vintage 70's Ska, with a brew of mbaquanga riffs and jazz and blues tones. MORE

THEM PARTICLES
Based in Johannesburg
Them Particles is a five-piece band which plays a mixture of country, gypsy, blues and rock music. The band only formed early this year (2008) but members have played in other well-known bands like Benny B Funk, Nude Red, Saucetone and Live Jimi Presley since the 1980s. MORE