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RIP Duzzy (1984 – 2025)

It is with great sadness that I, Veronika van der Walt (co-admin), must confirm the passing of Fanbase Music Magazine’s CEO, Duwyne (Duzzy) Clayton. I will attempt to keep his lifelong dream and legacy alive.

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The Imperfected Unleashes “Lemmy Made Me Do It”

A High‑Voltage Tribute to Motörhead’s Legendary Spirit

Los Angeles, CA — The Imperfected, an ongoing musical project from producer/bassist Chris Catero, which includes an ever-changing group of collaborators, returns with a riotous new SINGLE  Read more

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We Kill Cowboys Release Their Long-Awaited EP Back From The Dead and New Single Dig Deep

After months of anticipation, Cape Town rock outfit We Kill Cowboys reveal their long-awaited EP, Back From The Dead, accompanied by a new single, “Dig Deep”. Known for their fearless blend of punk, grunge, and post-hardcore, the five-piece band Read more

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LUCY KRUGER & THE LOST BOYS RELEASE A TWISTED LOVELETTER IN NEW SINGLE ‘WOOLF’

(Photographer – Mitch Störing)

In “Woolf,” the third single from Pale Bloom, Lucy Kruger conjures a haunting journey across time, memory, and voice. The track begins with a tentative, halting voice stepping into a river, gradually swelling into a Read more

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Ashton Nyte and The Awakening return to SA for concerts in Cape Town and Stellenbosch from 4 to 6 December 2025.

Ashton Nyte /The Awakening.

Ashton Nyte and The Awakening return to SA  for concerts in Cape Town from 4 to 6 December 2025.

Including a headline performance at Praise the Loud Fest in Stellenbosch.

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Stephen Gawking and Eva Morgan – “Bubblegum Milkshake” Review

Stephen Gawking and Eva Morgan – “Bubblegum Milkshake” Review

Reviewed by Veronika van der Walt.

A Vibrant Pop Gem with Heart, Purpose and Replay Power

With “Bubblegum Milkshake,” Eva Morgan and Stephen Gawking deliver a glossy, feel-good pop single Read more

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MEDIA RELEASE: MSAKI JOINS AUSTRALIA’S RY X TO PERFORM LIVE AT KIRSTENBOSCH BOTANICAL GARDENS THIS 12 DECEMBER

MSAKI JOINS AUSTRALIA’S RY X TO PERFORM LIVE AT

KIRSTENBOSCH BOTANICAL GARDENS THIS 12 DECEMBER 

SOUL-STIRRING NIGHT UNDER THE STARS 

Friday, December 12, 2025 – Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. In Support of Bridges for Music

[pictures: Msaki and RY X]

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NEW MUSIC: Matt Shaw captures the spirit of a South African summer in new single “Sunny Days”

Matt Shaw captures the spirit of a South African summer in new single “Sunny Days” Stream “Sunny Days” here

[Gqeberha, South Africa] Singer-songwriter Matt Shaw returns with his latest single, “Sunny Days,” a vibrant new chapter in his Read more

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Louise Carver launches her special ‘A Coastal Christmas’ concert in Plett and Port Alfred

Louise Carver launches her special ‘A Coastal Christmas’ concert in Plettenberg Bay and Port Alfred on 20 & 21 December  More info at louisecarver.com

South African singer-songwriter Louise Carver launches something beautifully new this festive season:  Read more

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London Based Artist Sannie Fox Announces Two Exclusive Cape Town Performances This December

(Photographer – Karla Da Silva)

Acclaimed psychedelic blues and rock artist Sannie Fox returns home this summer for two intimate and unmissable performances on 14 December and 20 December. Known for her electrifying guitar work, soulful vocals, and Read more

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