Gig Guide — January 2014
Don't miss this excitingly potent line-up of local talent and shows.
Woes Rand — Enjoy this explosive January line-up with both local and international acts heating up the stages at your favourite local venues.
Friday 24 January
Don’t miss the Graeme Watkins Project, Lonehill Estate and Shaun Jacobs live at Tanz Live in Blackheath on Friday. With the Graeme Watkins Project’s ADHD-inspired beat, Lonehill Estate being described as “a roundhouse kick to the face” and Shaun Jacob’s energy and intricacy you can’t really afford to. Entrance costs R80 per person and the show kicks off at 8.30pm. Contact Tanz Live on 011 476 4169 for more information.
Saturday 25 January
Rock out in Afrikaans with Rumours Lounge on Saturday 25 January. Enjoy the line-up of Wysdiman, Thundermerwe and Bittereinder organised by Heart of Music. Entrance costs R60 per person and the show starts at 8pm. For more information, contact Fred Otto on 079 825 7995.
Tuesday 28 January
Showcase your talents at the Burning Blue & Friends Open Mic Night at Rumours Lounge on Tuesday nights. It presents a fresh, new take on open mic events in South Africa and entrance is free. For more information or to book your slot, contact Cheynne on 079 497 9046 or Steve on 072 932 8732 or via email at burningblueandfriends@gmail.com.
Wednesday 29 January
Don’t miss the next exciting instalment of the Carling Black Label Battle of the Bands at Rumours Lounge. Enjoy the line-up of Vortex, Strait Jackal, Gevoel van Veiligheid and Iron Monkey. Entrance costs R40 or R30 if you’re on a band’s list. Show starts at 8pm.
Thursday 30 January
Be sure to see Comeback Kid live in South Africa with supporting acts Truth and its Burden and Reason to Live. This tour promises to deliver powerful and moving performances at each venue. Tickets are on sale nationwide through www.computicket.co.za.
