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Sludge Underground Podcast

Sludge Undergroundwww.sludgeunderground.com
Your number one portal to South Africa’s most must-see emerging bands & creatives. We host super chilled interviews with local musicians in a bid to help you discover the best of them before anyone else. We also occasionally chat to established musos for music industry insights. Join us on this riveting journey highlighting the gritty and alternative musical corners of South Africa
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Episodes

Episode 190: Flambe II

International Flambe returns to the show having dropped one of the hottest projects (Since95) to come out of Durban between the last time we spoke to him & now. He's on the show to chat about what he has been up to, how COVID has affected his push & finally gives his response to things that were said about him on the Twenty20Beastin episode. International Flambe www.instagram.com/international_flambe Andile Mathonsi https://www.instagram.com/lunathii_drops Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr.ee...

Apr 20, 202148 minSeason 1Ep. 190

Episode 189: Randy McLlolan II

New Age Neo-Soul artist Randy McLlolan is back on the show to give us the lowdown on her latest EP titled 'Unshaken' that is coupled with her emotional return home having been away for 6 years. It's a chat that dives deep into her state of mind, general mental health & new discoveries since she was last on the show. McLlolan https://www.instagram.com/randymcllolan Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr.ee/zwane031 Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Edit/Mix/Master: Nasiphi Zwane Expl...

Apr 13, 202140 minSeason 1Ep. 189

Episode 188: MARENE

Nas has a chat with the guys behind Marene. Join in as they chat about the bands music, work ethic, and personalities that make them shine! MARENE https://www.instagram.com/marene_live Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr.ee/zwane031 Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Edit/Mix/Master: Nasiphi Zwane 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 an...

Apr 07, 202157 minSeason 1Ep. 188

Episode 187: Tido Dandy

Andile & Nasiphi are having a chat with Durban based 'Wilding Out' hit-maker and Hip-Hop artist, Tido Dandy who shares his journey of growth being an independent artist. Tido Dandy www.instagram.com/tidodandyworld Andile Mathonsi https://www.instagram.com/lunathii_drops Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr.ee/zwane031 Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Edit/Mix/Master: Nasiphi Zwane Explore our exclusive merch store for unique and high-quality items inspired by our podcast! From st...

Mar 30, 202127 minSeason 1Ep. 187

Episode 186: KamixxBleach

Nasiphi is having a chat with heavyweight producer, record label owner and qualified sound engineer, KamixxBleach. He goes into his work with Canadian & French artists, his chance at becoming an NBA player, his move from PMB to Johannesburg, his love for Liverpool FC & more! KamixxBleach https://www.instagram.com/kamixxbleach Nasiphi Zwanehttps://linktr.ee/zwane031 Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Edit/Mix/Master: Nasiphi Zwane Explore our exclusive merch store for un...

Mar 23, 202136 minSeason 1Ep. 186

Zoë Modiga: Fueled by Being Seen, an Artist’s Journey

Episode 185: Zama Khumalo of Ithekuconnect & Nasiphi Zwane are breaking bread with multi-award winning independent artist, Zoë Modiga, who takes them on her journey from being a young girl eMbali in PMB to reaching new heights in the city of gold, Johannesburg. Zoë Modiga https://www.zoemodiga.com Zama Khumalo/Ithekuconnect https://www.instagram.com/ithekuconnect https://www.instagram.com/makhumzy https://www.twitter.com/ms_vivaci0us Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr.ee/zwane031 Sludge Undergroun...

Mar 16, 20211 hr 15 minSeason 1Ep. 185

Episode 184: Zen Garden

Nasiphi sits down with Alternative band Zen Garden from Pretoria Zen Garden https://instagram.com/zen_and_nowww Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr.ee/zwane031 Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Edit/Mix/Master: Marcel Smuts 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 makin...

Mar 10, 20211 hr 9 minSeason 1Ep. 184

Episode 183: Lumkah Fabulas

Andile had a dope chat with Lumkah Fabulas recently, Join as he talks to her about her growth in the local scene! Lumkah Fabulas www.instagram.com/lumkahfabulas www.facebook.com/lumkahfabulas www.twitter.com/lumkah_fabulas Host Andile Mathonsi https://www.instagram.com/lunathii_drops Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Edit/Mix/Master: Nasiphi Zwane Explore our exclusive merch store for unique and high-quality items inspired by our podcast! From stylish t-shirts to snug beanies,...

Mar 03, 202134 minSeason 1Ep. 183

MJ Summers

Episode 182: The R&B Princess, MJ Summers is on the show to chat about her critically acclaimed EP titled 'Fungani', her work with producer Nacos, her relationship with her manager, being raised in a strict Christian family, addresses some of her most controversial lines within her songs, announces a tour & more! MJ Summers https://www.instagram.com/mj.summersx Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr.ee/zwane031 Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Edit/Mix/Master: Nasiphi Zwane Exp...

Feb 23, 202150 minSeason 1Ep. 182

Kontras: Collective Responsibility - Why MKtv Sank

Episode 181: Nasiphi sits down with Afrikaans Rock band Kontras who join him all the way from Cape Town. The lads dissect the band's latest album 'Vir Konteks' & explore the relevance it has on their journey & band name. They also have a lengthy discussion about the state of the scene when MK was a thing compared to the scene now in 2021, their mother's being their biggest fans, future plans & more! Kontras https://linktr.ee/KONTRAS Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr.ee/zwane031 Sludge Und...

Feb 16, 20211 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 181

Brandon Render: Owning Up to Success

Episode 180: Marcel had a chat with resident roadie Brandon Render about their various experiences in the SA music scene! Brandon Render https://instagram.com/brrandxn Host Marcel Smuts www.instagram.com/thorns_of_sludge https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_gQdYkteJ2b3Ja-RpikMBA Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Edit/Mix/Master: Nasiphi Zwane Explore our exclusive merch store for unique and high-quality items inspired by our podcast! From stylish t-shirts to snug beanies, there’...

Feb 11, 20211 hr 18 minSeason 1Ep. 180

Episode 179: Zazz

Zazz has been described by many as South Africa’s next big music sensation, so we sat down with her & exchanged stories on a rainy summer’s evening accompanied by loadshedding & this pretty much opened us up to the incredible world of the well traveled ‘Shadows’ hitmaker known only as Zazz. Zazz https://www.instagram.com/countryzazz Host Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr.ee/zwane031 Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Edit/Mix/Master: Nasiphi Zwane Explore our exclusive merch...

Feb 02, 202152 minSeason 1Ep. 179

Wasted Space from Buffalo NY: Exploring the South African Metal Scene

Episode 178: On this episode we’re introducing Nu-Metal band 'Wasted Space' from Buffalo, NY. When we received links to their explosive two track EP titled ‘The Eater’ & brutal ‘Youthanasia’ music video, we had no choice but to chat to the Jeremy (Guitar) & Matt (Vox) about it all. We’ll also be getting their reactions on some of the discoveries they’ve made in the South African Metal scene through some of our older content. Wasted Space https://linktr.ee/WastedSpace Edit/Mix/Master: Nas...

Jan 26, 20211 hrSeason 1Ep. 178

Episode 177: Kinders Vannie Suburbs

Nas and marcel sat down with Cape Town artist Corné Opperman to have a chat about his music and life through lockdown Corné Opperman https://www.instagram.com/bandvanniesuburbs Hosts Marcel Smuts www.instagram.com/thorns_of_sludge Nasiphi Zwanehttps://linktr.ee/zwane031 Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Edit/Mix/Master: Marcel Smuts Explore our exclusive merch store for unique and high-quality items inspired by our podcast! From stylish t-shirts to snug beanies, there’s someth...

Jan 20, 202152 minSeason 1Ep. 177

Episode 176: Michelle Johnstone [13Stone]

We're having a chat with Michelle Johnstone, owner of one of the best custom silkscreen printing companies in Durban, 13Stone. Besides talking about the scene through the eyes of one of its biggest merch suppliers, we chat about some of her fond memories at Burn, her favourite local bands, her views on the lockdown, early life, tattoos, her love for all genres of music & more! Michelle Johnstone https://www.instagram.com/misshellstone https://www.instagram.com/13stonets Hosts Marcel Smuts ww...

Jan 12, 202148 minSeason 1Ep. 176

Episode 174: Kalden Swart

Our last episode of 2020 features our newest member of the Sludge Underground team - Kalden Swart. Who is he? What does he do? When did he start? Why was that cake so good? How did he end up in the Underground? Kalden Swart https://www.instagram.com/kaldenswart https://unsplash.com/@kaldenswart Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr.ee/zwane031 Meagan King https://linktr.ee/LemonDove https://www.instagram.com/meagreking Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Edit/Mix/Master: Meagan King Expl...

Dec 30, 202032 minSeason 1Ep. 174

Episode 173: AyZee

Durban based Hip-Hop artist AyZee is on the show and she's packing a lot of heat! She's spilling all the beans on her journey as a female rapper in the South African music industry, which includes the impact fellow female artist Skye Wanda has had on her career, her fallout with former management team '4Sight' , her upcoming joint project with Ezra Tai & more! AyZee www.instagram.com/ayzee_031 www.facebook.com/Ayzee.SD www.twitter.com/AyZee031 Hosts Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr.ee/zwane031 A...

Dec 22, 20201 hr 1 minSeason 1Ep. 173

Episode 172: Twenty20Beastin

Twenty20Beastin are on the show to tell us about their latest EP titled "Care Package One", the challenges they faced in Johannesburg, life under lockdown regulations, the current state of their relationship with fellow artist International Flambe & more in this 'no holds barred' type episode! Twenty20Beastin www.instagram.com/_twenty20beastin "Care Package One" EP www.soundcloud.com/twenty20beastin/sets/care-package-one Hosts Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr.ee/zwane031 Andile Mathonsi https://...

Dec 15, 202042 minSeason 1Ep. 172

South African Metal Roundtable: Advice for South African Bands & Venues

Episode 171: On the panel we have the man behind the behind the Pit At The Polo events Matthew Howes, former Facing The Gallows vocalist Bryan Binneman, Photographer & brains behind this episode Byron Bowler & Megalodon/Dream Demon’s Dane Canterbury, all having a discussion about the state SA Metal scene throughout the years. Byron Bowler www.instagram.com/byronbowler www.facebook.com/Blackbirdphotographyza Matt Howes www.instagram.com/mattryanhowes Dane Canterbury www.instagram.com/dane...

Dec 09, 20201 hr 33 minSeason 1Ep. 171

Episode 170: Christiaan Steyn [FAME.ORG.ZA/Steyn IP]

Meagan & Nasiphi are having a chat with Christiaan Steyn of Steyn IP & the Foundation for the Advancement of Musicians Empowerment (FAME.org.za), which is an NPO that provides legal knowledge & support to SA musicians.For all the info you need about F.A.M.E & Steyn IP, click the links below http://fame.org.za https://steynip.com Featured Track: 'Paper' (Hansove & Memori Remix) by Lemon Dove Hosts Meagan King https://linktr.ee/MeagreKing Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr.ee/zwane03...

Dec 03, 20201 hr 6 minSeason 1Ep. 170

Episode 169: The Fismits

Nasiphi has chat with The Fismits frontman, Mark Biagio Mark Biagio www.instagram.com/markbiagio www.Instagram.com/thefismits Hosts Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr.ee/zwane031 Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Edit/Mix/Master: Nasiphi Zwane 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 H...

Nov 27, 202042 minSeason 1Ep. 169

Episode 168: Usher Lavelle [UK/Zone 68 x Reprezent Radio]

Nasiphi is chatting to Producer, DJ & the man behind Zone 68 on Reprezent Radio, Usher Lavelle who's all the way out in the UK. This episode sees them chat about Usher's life as a producer, how his journey started, his time in Japan, what Zone 68 is all about & more! Usher Lavelle www.instagram.com/usherlavelle www.facebook.com/usherlavelle www.twitter.com/usherlavelle Featured Track: 'Does This Ski Mask Make Me Look Fat?' by JPEGMAFIA Host Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr.ee/zwane031 Sludge...

Nov 23, 202037 minSeason 1Ep. 168

Episode 167: Fourth Son South

Marcel and Nasiphi chat to the frontman of local rockers Fourth Son South Fourth Son South www.instagram.com/ptoussa www.facebook.com/FourthSonSouth Hosts Marcel Smuts www.instagram.com/thorns_of_sludge Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr.ee/zwane031 Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com 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 f...

Nov 20, 202038 minSeason 1Ep. 167

Episode 166: Lungelo Manzi

Join Nasiphi and Andile as they have a chat with South African artist, Lungelo Manzi Lungelo Manzi www.instagram.com/lungelomanzi www.facebook.com/lungelomanzisa www.twitter.com/lungelomanzi Featured Tracks: Lungelo Manzi - "Nomathemba” Hosts Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr.ee/zwane031 Andile Mathonsi https://www.instagram.com/lunathii_drops Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Edit/Mix/Master: Nasiphi Zwane Explore our exclusive merch store for unique and high-quality items inspire...

Nov 16, 202045 minSeason 1Ep. 166

Episode 165: Kaylee Golding [BBC Radio WM Presenter/DJ, Birmingham, UK]

Meagan & Nasiphi are chatting to BBC Radio WM's award winning presenter/DJ, Kaylee Golding! The crew touches on the ins & outs of being on radio through Kaylee's story, how artists/bands should go about ensuring their music is presentable for mainstream media, her involvement in various podcasts, her fight against the lack of diversity on radio amongst many more points of interest. Whether you’re an artist/band or just want to unwind after a hectic day, this one’s for you Kaylee Golding ...

Nov 10, 20201 hr 1 minSeason 1Ep. 165

Episode 164: Thegranddukeraw

We're having a chat with Firehouse resident DJ, Thegranddukeraw, who's shedding some light on this weekend's House Party at Robsons in Durban amongst other exciting updates pertaining upcoming gigs & projects! Thegranddukeraw www.instagram.com/thegranddukeraw www.facebook.com/thegranddukeraw Featured Tracks: Thegranddukeraw - "ATMICA" Host Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr.ee/zwane031 Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Edit/Mix/Master: Nasiphi Zwane Explore our exclusive merch s...

Nov 03, 202021 minSeason 1Ep. 164

Episode 163: Truth Decayed

We're learning all about newly formed South African thrashers, Truth Decayed from Durban! They're chatting about their origins and their debut EP: Modern Day Illusion in an episode that was done at the Pavillion undercover parking, for control Truth Decayed www.instagram.com/truth_decayed www.facebook.com/truthdecayed Featured Tracks: Truth Decayed - "Opposing Direction" Hosts Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr.ee/zwane031 Andile Mathonsi https://www.instagram.com/lunathii_drops Sludge Underground htt...

Oct 31, 202035 minSeason 1Ep. 163

Episode 162: Cliffy [House Party At Robsons, 7 November]

Cliffy of Last Of The Daggers chats to us at Waxy's in Hillcrest, about everything you need to know about the "House Party" event that's happening on the the 7th of November 2020 at Robsons in Durban Cliffy www.instagram.com/cliffykalifornia Featured Tracks: Last Of The Daggers - "I Speak Static" Hosts Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr.ee/zwane031 Andile Mathonsi https://www.instagram.com/lunathii_drops Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Edit/Mix/Master: Nasiphi Zwane Explore our ex...

Oct 27, 202023 minSeason 1Ep. 162

Episode 161: Lost Boys (USA)

Lost Boys are here to talk. One of their biggest goals is to support people following their passions.Music is only part of who they are. Who are they? Lost Boys https://linktr.ee/lostboysofficialmusic Featured Tracks: Lost Boys - “Trust” & “Budapest" Hosts Nasiphi Zwane https://www.instagram.com/zwane031 Meagan King https://linktr.ee/MeagreKing Edit/Mix: Lemon Dove https://linktr.ee/LemonDove Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Explore our exclusive merch store for unique an...

Oct 25, 20201 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 161

Chyna The Artist

Episode 160: Lunathi Drops, Nasiphi & impromptu hostess, Lwazi the journalist, are having a chat with Vryheid's very own, Chyna The Artist! He tells them about his influences, his latest EP titled 'Connect', why Bless Is More means so much to him, who Naomi is, lists some of the best artists & producers Vryheid has to offer, his ties to Polokwane & a whole lot more! Chyna The Artist www.instagram.com/chyna_theartist www.twitter.com/chyna_theartist Sludge Underground https://www.sludg...

Oct 20, 202044 minSeason 1Ep. 160
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