Mzansi Mondays #3

Today we bring you a band that asks "Shoes? For who?" That's right, I'm talking about Go Barefoot, my favourite band in this beautiful land. These guys are seriously talented musicians, and I'm not just saying that because they're my friends. Go Barefoot brings us a rare and unique blend of distinctly South African sounds, indie folk rock with kwela sensibilities that just make you feel so happy.

Not only do their tasty jams make you dance like Madiba did the day he got outta jail, they also manage to capture a sense of the eclectic identity that our diverse generation is beginning to define through the mixing and merging of cultures. Last week the gents treated us with a beautiful new song that takes you on a sunset road trip you wish would never end, check out Drive below:




Do yourself a favour and catch these guys live for a great time and a sweet boogie. Also, check out their 2015 Routes EP below, and visit their Soundcloud page for more amazing choons. Support these local artists doing big tings and blessing us with such sweet vaaibs!

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Mzansi Mondays #2

Yoh yoh yoh, this track is blowing up on the local charts rights now, and with good reason. Kwesta brings us a banger that combines an old school kwaito vibe with a new school future bass twist - laced with his signature gravelly voice that locks in the groove potential. Assisted by Cassper Nyovest with an equally potent verse, Ngud' is a feel good track set to remain on repeat on the Supersonic playlist for a long time. uSwag 9000. (download)

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Mzansi Mondays #1

Happy Human Rights Day! Time to celebrate by expressing your right to listen to great local music. Mondays don't always have to be blue, they can be rainbow-coloured and groovy. And the Rainbow Nation can always provide a tasty techni-colourful selection of tunes, which leads us to Mzansi Mondays! Super kiff South African tunes to make Mondays go a little bit more nxa. Ek se.

Our Mzansi Mondays artist this week is Cape Town-based producer Maramza a.k.a Richard The Third. This guy is the man! A white guy who can make some of the coolest and most new age future kwaito beats. Maramza is inventing new genres that combine Mzansi-house, gqom and kwaito style influences with trap, bass and tech elements that retain a unique South African flavour. Chakalaka for your ears.

Please do yourself a favour and visit his Soundcloud page, where you can find plenty plenty original tracks and remixes of some of your favourite local hits. This generous witch doctor of beats provides us with so many exquisite sonic remedies, mahala even, so spread the love and show support. Preview some of his tracks below:











Listen to Maramza's latest EP, Low Magic, as well as some of his previous releases below:

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Tame Impala - Currents

Let me state two facts. Fact 1: I love Tame Impala. Fact 2: Their new album "Currents", released on the 17th of July, is simply amazing.

For those of you who don't know of them, Tame Impala is an Australian psychedelic rock band fronted by Kevin Parker, who essentially is the brainchild of the band who writes, records and produces all their records. Their previous albums "Innerspeaker" and "Lonerism" were exceptional but had a much happier and more guitar-driven sound. Currents experiments more with synths and seems to be a record of heartbreak, break-ups and loneliness, however that won't stop you from this album playing over and over again.

 The true talent of this band lies in their ability to diversify and create something different and achieve the same exceptional results. Do yourself a favour and download this album. Actually, do yourself three favours and download all three of their albums.

I'm gonna go ahead and give Currents a solid 9.2/10. Well done Kevin Parker. Well Done.

Check below for two of my favourite songs from their last two albums

Enjoy chaps

Flume

If you don't like Flume, we can't be friends. Young Flume has released two tracks recently, Some Minds featuring Andrew Wyatt from Miike Snow and his remix of Collarbones track called Turning. Yes, they are both amazing, both so different and both so Flumey. 

Quality is all we can expect from the Aussie, and we're waiting patiently for him to drop his second album which is undoubtedly gonna be insane. Keep your eyes and ears open, this guy is doing massive things. 

Love this video.

And the drums and the bassline on Turning, so crazy.



Fluuuuuuume!

Chemical Brothers - Go

Oh Chemical Brothers how I have missed your lovely funky beats. Go, featuring Q-Tip is the first single released from their upcoming album entitled Born in the Echoes, which is set for a release on the 24th of July 2015. Can't wait for this. 

Go!

GANZ

It's about that time. Time for some new music. I guess it's always that time right? Introducing Ganz, one of many up and coming talented producers from the Netherlands . I've been sleeping on this guy unfortunately, but it's never too late to discover new tunes. 

Trap, hip-hop, electronic, bass, dubstep or whatever you want to call his music, it's straight up crazy. Oh my days! This guy is super talented and his tunes are full of energy. Here are some of my favourites. Turn up yo speakers!  

GANZ Soundcloud Page https://soundcloud.com/iamganz

Enjoy my homies

Dirty Jacuzzi in the Mix

I've been working on some mixes for your ears. Feel free to download them and enjoy :-)

DISCO SAUCE MIX

"YOUR ELECTRONIC DISCO MOVES HAVE KNOCKED ME OFF MY FEET... 
OUR ELECTRO ROBOTIC LOVE IT STARTED IN THE STREET"

FUNK CITY MIX

WELCOME TO FUNK CITY: FROM DOWNTOWN JUNGLE BOOGIE TO UPTOWN FUNK 'N ROLL

ELECTRO-SKIT MIX

I'M SO 2008 / YOU'RE SO TWO THOUSAND AND LATE

MZANSI MIX

A SHAP SHAP SELECTION OF SOUTH AFRICAN HOUSE CLASSICS. HAIBO!

DEMON RAVE MIX

HECTIC DEMON SEX PARTY MUSIC

WARNING: DO NOT PLAY NEAR OLD PEOPLE OR BABIES

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SHAYNE

Thor Rixon - Fuk Bread

Holy smokes. This has to be one of the craziest music videos I've ever seen! That's dedication right there! Not only does Cape Town-based musician Thor Rixon want us to be healthy and change the world, he is also clearly very committed to his cause! This guy is like my new hero, how long was he growing that hair for? Yoh!  I wanna invite him over to my house for a sandwich. Oh wait...

Aside from a supremely epic music video, Fuk Bread itself is a brilliant funky little choon that contrasts between Rixon's mellow atmospheric socially conscious lyricism and cheeky eletronica dance breaks that allow for some sweet moves (as he demonstrates). After watching this video one usually lacks the words to express themselves immediately, but the message resonates doesn't it? Don't use the microwave. Use the oven instead!

Fuk Bread is the lead single from Thor Rixon's upcoming album, Songs From The Bath. Check him out on Soundcloud, as well as more kiff South African artists on the Naas music collective. And while we're talking about how kiff this guy his, check out this choon he produced for local Port Elizabeth MC, Push Push. This chick is mad dope, love her accent, authenticity, lyrical playfulness and attitude. She reminds me a bit of UK female MC Lady Sovereign, who has since faded into obscurity I think. Super duper fly, Jut Life is far from jut. Well, I don't like the chorus that much but besides that it's tasty mzansi flavour flave. Check out her Soundcloud page for more big tings!

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Flashlight

"A mash of enveloping synths and driving percussion that channels the exuberant melody at the root of South African folk."
This is, Flashlight.

After the massive success of Bonobo's 2013 release of The North Borders, fans across the globe, myself included, have been been itching for their next fix of an acidic, down-tempo, electronic narcotic! 
Released as a single for his forthcoming EP, The Flashlight, Bonobo takes us back to what he does best. This is but a taste of what is yet to come from the Ninja Tune master!

A true mastery of airy melodies, wistful synths, and bouncy guitar strums. Ladies and gentlemen, I give you, Flashlight.

STARVE THE EGO

FEED THE SOUL

P.

Run The Jewels 2

The second album by Killer Mike and El-P as Run The Jewels officially places them at the top spot for the baddest rap duo out today. Run The Jewels 2 maintains the momentum of it's 2013 predecessor and brings it harder than ever. The first half of the album is heavy as fuck, with El-P's banging guttural beats shaking the system severely. The second half of the album sees a return to the super cool and intricate hip hop beats rapped upon masterfully by these two mighty MC's. Lyrically, this album is untouchable. The duo perform so well together as a tag team, with Killer Mike's shotgun flow weaving in and out of El-P's complex and deadly delivery. There are so many memorable lines in this album, and it will take several listens to even begin absorbing some of them if you listen carefully enough.  The lyrical content ranges from bad-ass boasts and battle-style aggression to contemplative social commentary and biographical tales to intricate thoughts on the world from the perspectives of one of rap's coolest duos. These guys ain't stoppin'! Mal.

They even released their new album for free! DOWNLOAD. What china-bosses. But if you'd like something extra, there are several packages of the album ranging in price available on their website too. These include a package for $40000 where the duo will re-master and re-compose the entire album using nothing but cat sounds; the $100 000 Fuck Boy Revenge Package, where"Run The Jewels will fly to your town, stalk and ultimately take revenge upon anyone in your life who has ever wronged you through a series of humiliating and vicious tactics designed to bring shame upon their name and the name of their children. We will then train your enemies pet to love you. This offer does not include murder". And finally, the $10 million Retirement Plan Package: "Run The Jewels will retire from music, making only one song a year for you personally. Every song title will be your name with a number next to it.  You are free to exploit these recordings however you feel like.  Includes: all Run The Jewels publishing from any new song created during our retirement; two fake gold 36” chains; two green hands; and a sticker". These guys are too badd-ass, listen to their awesome album below.

"MY BUSINESS CARD SAYS YOU'RE IN LUCK. I DO TWO THINGS I RAP & FUCK"

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Foo Fighters - Something From Nothing

My favourite band on the planet Earth, the mighty Foo Fighters, are releasing a brand new album on November 10th. Sonic Highways is set to be an album like none before, with a unique recording process and an awesome concept. Each song from the eight track LP was recorded in a different city in America, each influenced by the musical heritage and character of each city. Accompanying the release is an eight part documentary chronicling the making of each song and the regional influences that inspired it. Last Friday the band released the first episode of the Sonic Highways series as well as the first single from the album, Something From Nothing. What an EPIC track, I can't wait to hear it thundering live through a massive stadium when they play here in December for the first time. I would recommend watching the first episode of the brilliant and masterfully directed documentary series before listening to the song. Only then can you truly appreciate how special it is. 

You can stream the episode for free here

ROCK ON!!!

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SHAYNE

Song of the Day

BANKRUPT!
by Phoenix

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SHAYNE

Introducing Perry...

We have a brand new member on the team here at Supersonic Speakerbox:

PERRY GOLD-KNUCKLES

(a.k.a Pedro Ramos)

We are very excited to enjoy his fine selection of beats and musical majesty.

Stay tuned to hear from this prolific song connoisseur very soon.

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Pretoria Girls

Check out the new one from Desmond & the Tutus: 

Pretoria Girls

Lekkerrrrr man!

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SHAYNE

Kunjani Wena

BAKERMAN

(Soul Clap Remix - Laid Back)

OCEAN MAN

(Ween)

"The voyage to the corner of the globe is a real trip"

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SHAYNE

DJ Snake & Dillon Francis - Get Low

Ok guys I know I am a bit late on this but who cares. I as most likely exaggerating when I say this, but this is the coolest song I've ever heard in my whole life. Holy smoking rocket sauce, this track bangs hard oh my gosh, right in the sweet spot I say. Crazy trap/electro/bass/iguana-acid blended with Middle Eastern infusions. Guaranteed to get even the shyest booty shakin' like their phones are vibratin'!

download

BOOM

Thank me now or thank me later

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SHAYNE

Beauty & The Beats Vol. 1

Check out this awesome free compilation of super kiff and cool South African electronic sounds offered up by local label Drk&Lvly Records. Can you say "value for money"? How about value for no money! This excellent selection showcases some of the best sounds from Cape Town, Jozi and elsewhere in Mzansi, with talents such as Richard The Third a.k.a Maramza (check out his track Shambok, it skops hard), Phizisict, The Watermark High, Veranda Panda, Dank and more emerging local artists that will make you say "Yoh!". The beats contained herein range from super smooth chill-tronic to banging electronic trap and glitch to drum 'n bass, and this wide variety really showcases the talent that South Africa has to offer the world of electronica at the moment. And in true South African fashion, it's mahala! Thanks guys! Check it out:

Keep it kinky

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SHAYNE

Swords & Sorcery

Stanky funky underground tech medium-depth house stuff. Mysterious powers. Swords & Sorcery. Listen:




Peace and beats!

Shayne

Frontin' - Disclosure Re-Work

Oh my goodness, Disclosure are taking over in a big way. English brothers, Guy and Howard Lawrence are killing it at the moment. We definitely thought that their debut album Settle was easily one of the best of 2013 and now they're back with a rework of a classic 2003 track: Frontin' by Pharrell featuring the one and only Jigga-Man a.k.a Jay-Z. There was only one possible outcome for this rework and you guessed it, straight fire! Taking the original beat and making it more bouncy, funky and adding all the right ingredients for a fresh tune with that signature Disclosure touch. Awesome!




Tozz