At a time in the music industry when artists and bands come and go with increased regularity - it's time to celebrate with one of South Africa's most legendary rock bands; WONDERboom as they turn 19 this month and invite everyone to come celebrate with them on Friday 27 February at Smuggler's Pub in Fourways from 8pm.
Music lovers will be treated to an unforgettable evening when they can relish the experience that has made WONDERboom one of the best live acts to date.
WONDERboom has much to be proud of. They have released 8 albums, headlined every major SA festival, been nominated for 5 SAMA’s (South African Music Awards), and won a Kanna Award and People Crystal Award in 2003 for South Africa’s hottest band. They also won the South African leg of the 2004 Global Battle of the Bands and came second worldwide, all while maintaining the level of music that audiences love.
Always a crowd favourite at festivals and intimate venues alike, they are currently in studio again, working on their 9th album and promise the crowd attending their birthday celebrations a sneak preview as to what to expect from their latest offering.
Adding to the evening's revelry will be the indie band The Anti Retro Vinyls joining them on stage who are fast carving their own niche in the rock circles.
The Anti Retro Vinyls are a 3 piece reincarnation of the British rock and punk bands from the 70’s and 80’s. Their sound as well as their image is that of the original anti-establishment acts from Britain, alongside modern influences and features to deliver a performance that promises infectious, high-energy music alongside tight jeans and big hair.
The band has played on some of the largest stages in South Africa including OppiKoppi, SplashyFen and Thornfest. They have performed with such luminaries as Shaun Morgan, Fokofpolisiekar,Van Coke Kartel, Taxi Violence, Aking, Straatligkinders, CrashCarBurn, Stealing Love Jones, Prime Circle, Cassete, Wreslerish and many more…. and now WONDERboom.
Entrance Fee is R70, and the performances kick off at 8:30pm with Special Guest Skårlit opening the evening and adding their own unique flair to the evening.
This 4-piece all-female teenage band form part of The CoLab Network's ongoing commitment to showcase budding talent wherever possible.
Cito had this to say; “I can’t believe we’ve been doing the WONDERboom thing for 19 years! It still feels like we’re only 19! I guess the Rock 'n Roll has kept us young… It’s gonna be cool celebrating our last “teenage” year together at Smuggler’s with The Anti Retro Vinyls (who remind me of us a while back) and the upcoming, talented, all-babe band, Skarlit! It’s kind of like a Rock 'n Roll timeline of bands, playing timeless music together! As far as our performance is concerned; expect a couple of new tracks that will be featured on our forthcoming album, as well as a couple of oldies.”
By Ghia ten Doeschate
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