Beste Sludge Underground podcasts (2025)

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Is Fading Gray South Africa's Newest Gateway Band? 27:33

6d ago27:33

27:33

Marcel had a chat with two members of one of South Africa's newest up and coming bands. Sam and Matt detail the origin of the band as well as their extensive history within the scene. From the days of Tempo's, Thornsfest, and woodstock to present day Emaylth fest Sam and Matt reminisce on days past but also share hope in the direction the scene is …

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Emo Night: The Most Exciting Event in South Africa 32:18

14d ago32:18

32:18

EP377: In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Cassandra, the founder of Emo Night South Africa, to look into the secrets behind the success of this thriving event. Find out how Emo Night has transformed into one of South Africa's safest and most anticipated gatherings. Held at the iconic Evol in Cape Town, Emo Night is not just a celebration…

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Collaboration and Creativity in Dawn Melanie's Musical Evolution 23:45

20d ago23:45

23:45

What happens when a talented singer-songwriter decides to take the reins of their musical journey? Join us as we welcome Dawn Melanie, a gifted artist from KZN, who reveals her transformation from a hopeful musician to an empowered independent artist. Dawn's journey involves the release of two albums, an EP, and multiple singles, highlighting the t…

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Jay Reid's Ascendancy: How One DJ Has Dominated Durban and Cape Town's Nightlife 28:46

28d ago28:46

28:46

EP375: Hop in as we take a look at Jay Reid's journey as a Techno/Minimal DJ, and thriving events organiser. In this episode, we examine Jay's remarkable transition from hosting house parties to becoming a professional DJ, alongside the critical role of selecting the right artists to create unforgettable events. We chat about the unique challenges …

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How Swoger Went From Hip-Hop Artist to South Africa's Most Exciting Hyperpop Innovator 18:06

1M ago18:06

18:06

EP374: Ever wondered how a Hip-Hop artist transitions into the vibrant world of Hyperpop? Swoger from Durban shares his remarkable journey with us, revealing how his early experiments with FL Studio and a love for audio engineering led him to embrace the pioneering sounds of Hyperpop. Discover how Swoger crafts music that speaks to those who feel d…

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Is Heavy Music Dying Out In South Africa? 12:36

1M ago12:36

12:36

EP373: Starting off 2025 with a bang Marcel dives into the age old question of is heavy music dying out in South Africa. Listen in as he shares his thoughts from being a part of the scene as well as interviewing dozens of local metal bands. Check out our merch here: https://sludgeunderground.store/ Intro track: @facingthegallows Intro Footage: @not…

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Lost//Youth On Their South African Tour 24:46

3M ago24:46

24:46

EP372: We caught up with Cape Town band Lost//Youth on the Durban leg of their tour around South Africa. They give us the lowdown on how to prepare for a nationwide tour, their favourite shows in Durban, the bands they're looking forward to playing with, and more. Explore our exclusive merch store for unique and high-quality items inspired by our p…

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Finding Creative Fulfilment with Cistamatic 1:10:37

3M ago1:10:37

1:10:37

EP371: Meagan chats to Gabbi and Ethan from Art Punk trio - Cistamatic. We talk about shifting gears after ‘Soft Side’, writing Punk with a Pop sensibility and sowing seeds in the scene. They take us through their magical beginnings, keeping the klap factor and spreading the sharing spirit. Gabbi and Ethan wax about getting present at the party, no…

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How NotRussellCrow Defined An Era Of SA's Alternative Music: From Cellphone Footage to Music Videos 22:24

3M ago22:24

22:24

In today's episode Marcel has a chat with arguably one of the most influential people behind the South African music scene. From post-show videos to music videos NotRussellCrow has helped capture an era of the South African music scene. NotRussellCrow: YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@notrussellcrow Insta: https://www.instagram.com/not_russell_crow…

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Social Media, Monetisation, And Debunking Record Label Myths with Gia McKay 22:14

4M ago22:14

22:14

EP369: South African singer-songwriter Gia Mckay reflects on her time signed under a label, why she guards her heart, what the best social media platform for South African artists is, and more. Explore our exclusive merch store for unique and high-quality items inspired by our podcast! From stylish t-shirts to snug beanies, there’s something for ev…

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A Decade of Brutal Tunes with The Fallen Prophets 38:54

4M ago38:54

38:54

EP368: Meagan chats to Pieter and Daniel from Cape Town’s relentless Death Metal band - The Fallen Prophets. They discuss a decade of happy accidents, surviving the scene and churning out the tjunes. The brutal besties give us epic insights on their band workflow, EP launch deets and what it took to make their first million. If it doesn’t itch, don…

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Vibes & Voices Exploring the Heart of South Africa's Music Scene with Local Creators 45:30

4M ago45:30

45:30

EP367: In todays episode Marcel is exploring South Africa's music scene with two of the best Local creators around, Itsjouska and Keisha Du Toit. Join in as we chat about local artist, Our experiences within the scene, and ways to help content creators spread the word about your music. Explore our exclusive merch store for unique and high-quality i…

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Bringing Quality Media To Local Bands, Working Within Budgets, And Drawing Attention To The Scene 34:25

4M ago34:25

34:25

EP366: Sean and Zainab are two experienced media professionals who have started Midnight Eneregy to fill a gap in the South African scene. Join in as they chat about what they can do for artists, music videos in the making, as well as the upcoming Wacken 2024 mini documentary. Check them out here: @MidnightEnergyProductions Check us out on other pl…

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Face Jackson Talks About Their New Single, Avoiding Being Disingenuous On Social Media, And More 30:23

5M ago30:23

30:23

EP365: Marcel had a chat with Joss and Rick of Cape Town band Face Jackson. Join in as they talk about their latest single, their thoughts on social media, and their plans to build up their music catalogue. Website https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://sludgeunderground.store/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sludgeunderground TikTok h…

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Music Administration in South Africa: Challenges and Opportunities 25:32

5M ago25:32

25:32

EP364: Pure N' Black Ent, a Durban-based music administration powerhouse, has been instrumental in propelling some of South Africa's biggest names to stardom. In this exclusive interview, we sit down with @Vumanivee and @ubestworld to look into their journey and the behind-the-scenes work that goes into doing music admin for artists like Babes Wodu…

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Basson Laas; A Dreamer Worth Loving 1:03:35

5M ago1:03:35

1:03:35

EP363: Meagan chats to Indie Folk/Alternative artist Basson Laas. He gets into building sets to suit the stage, turning a hobby into a career and finding his feet in studio. Basson shares his thoughts on his influences and inspirations, writing over the years and making cinematic music videos. Remember kids; wat jy saai, sal jy maai. Explore our ex…

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Jade Garisch On The Best Social Media Practices For South African Artists 18:49

5M ago18:49

18:49

EP362: On this episode, South African singer-songwriter, Jade Garisch talks about the difference between the Cape Town music scene and the Eastern Cape music scene. We also look at how she manages her social media, and what challenges she has faced as someone who is also selling merch. Having spent some time in America, we look at the best practice…

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Wessel Möller on Double Sun, Planet Karavan, Cape Town, Pretoria, Durban, Johannesburg, And More 27:43

6M ago27:43

27:43

EP361: On this episode we get valuable insight from Wessel, the creative mind behind Dystopia, who opens up about the trials and triumphs of running a music blog in an ever-evolving digital age, and how SEO and historical archiving play a crucial role in preserving musical heritage. We also tackle the strategic balancing act that bands face between…

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Black Hill Cove On Releasing Albums vs Singles In 2024 10:21

6M ago10:21

10:21

EP360: Black Hill Cove is an exciting band from Portugal, and their vocalist Rui is on the show to give insights on their latest music video titled 'Eternal'. We also look at the pros of being signed to a label, why they're releasing albums instead of singles or EPs, and more Explore our exclusive merch store for unique and high-quality items inspi…

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Caligula's Horse On Touring South Africa 29:08

6M ago29:08

29:08

EP359: Jim of Australian Prog Metal band Caligula's Horse shed light on the South African leg of the band's tour, huntsman spiders in Australia, being one of the most successful bands in Australia but still needing a day job, and more. #Interview #Podcast #CaligulasHorse #SouthAfrica #SouthAfricanPodcast Explore our exclusive merch store for unique…

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Faet On How The Band Started, South African Female-led Bands, And Leaving South Africa For Wales 20:09

6M ago20:09

20:09

EP358: We learn all about the female-led band Faet from Durban, South Africa! Explore our exclusive merch store for unique and high-quality items inspired by our podcast! From stylish t-shirts to snug beanies, there’s something for every listener. Show your support and grab your favourite merch today! Support the show Help us continue making great …

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Jasper Dan On Their KERRANG! Feature, Playing With Iron Maiden , Their Latest Single, & Giving Back 28:19

7M ago28:19

28:19

EP357: Join us as we take a deep dive into Jasper Dan's latest single 'Mama Voodoo' & more! Explore our exclusive merch store for unique and high-quality items inspired by our podcast! From stylish t-shirts to snug beanies, there’s something for every listener. Show your support and grab your favourite merch today! Support the show Help us continue…

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Sunken State on going to Germany, Preparing for Wacken Open Air 2024, and representing SA 13:45

7M ago13:45

13:45

EP356: We had a quick chat with the lads from Sunken State about their upcoming performance at Wacken Open Air 2024 alongside some of the biggest names in metal. Join in as they discuss they journey so far, Preparing for the event, and the love and support they've received. Explore our exclusive merch store for unique and high-quality items inspire…

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MaxX & Love on their Debut Album, Working With A Label In 2024, Navigating Social Media 38:27

7M ago38:27

38:27

EP355: MaxX & Love, the electrifying music duo from South Africa, take us on an unforgettable journey behind the scenes of their debut album, "These Blues Might Get You Too." Through candid conversations, they reveal the painstaking yet exhilarating process of creating a full-length album in an era where singles and EPs dominate. From the creative …

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Carla Franco on the Cape Town Music Scene, Overcoming Doubt & her "Big Talker" Release 26:29

7M ago26:29

26:29

EP354: Carla Franco, a rising star in Cape Town's vibrant music scene, offers an inside look at her inspiring journey to surpassing 80K streams on Spotify. Discover how Carla stayed true to her artistic integrity even when others doubted her, and how persistence turned her initially discouraged song into a massive success. We also compare the music…

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Is Fading Gray South Africa's Newest Gateway Band? 27:33

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Emo Night: The Most Exciting Event in South Africa 32:18

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Collaboration and Creativity in Dawn Melanie's Musical Evolution 23:45

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Jay Reid's Ascendancy: How One DJ Has Dominated Durban and Cape Town's Nightlife 28:46

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How Swoger Went From Hip-Hop Artist to South Africa's Most Exciting Hyperpop Innovator 18:06

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Is Heavy Music Dying Out In South Africa? 12:36

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Lost//Youth On Their South African Tour 24:46

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Finding Creative Fulfilment with Cistamatic 1:10:37

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How NotRussellCrow Defined An Era Of SA's Alternative Music: From Cellphone Footage to Music Videos 22:24

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Social Media, Monetisation, And Debunking Record Label Myths with Gia McKay 22:14

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A Decade of Brutal Tunes with The Fallen Prophets 38:54

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Vibes & Voices Exploring the Heart of South Africa's Music Scene with Local Creators 45:30

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Bringing Quality Media To Local Bands, Working Within Budgets, And Drawing Attention To The Scene 34:25

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Face Jackson Talks About Their New Single, Avoiding Being Disingenuous On Social Media, And More 30:23

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Music Administration in South Africa: Challenges and Opportunities 25:32

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Basson Laas; A Dreamer Worth Loving 1:03:35

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Jade Garisch On The Best Social Media Practices For South African Artists 18:49

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Wessel Möller on Double Sun, Planet Karavan, Cape Town, Pretoria, Durban, Johannesburg, And More 27:43

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Black Hill Cove On Releasing Albums vs Singles In 2024 10:21

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Caligula's Horse On Touring South Africa 29:08

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Faet On How The Band Started, South African Female-led Bands, And Leaving South Africa For Wales 20:09

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Jasper Dan On Their KERRANG! Feature, Playing With Iron Maiden , Their Latest Single, & Giving Back 28:19

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Sunken State on going to Germany, Preparing for Wacken Open Air 2024, and representing SA 13:45

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MaxX & Love on their Debut Album, Working With A Label In 2024, Navigating Social Media 38:27

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Carla Franco on the Cape Town Music Scene, Overcoming Doubt & her "Big Talker" Release 26:29

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