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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

Dubblé Amount

Nasiphi and Meagan get murky with your favourite independent musician - Dubblé Amount . We earn our Loyalty Cards as the smiley face behind the Dubblé sound reveals his Achilles heel - vulnerability. Shifting gears, we find out what it means to double the vibe and double the talent in an inclined city. Put your sunglasses on & blend in, before you know it, you'll be in the executive seat, so get ready for a rush! Dubblé Amount https://linktr.ee/Dubbleamount Hosts Nasiphi Zwane https://linktr...

Jul 06, 20221 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 250

Llewelyn Screen

Episode 249: Join Marcel as he has a chat with booking agent and music blogger Llewelyn Screen about his process and working with a variety of artists as well as a discussion about the overall SA music scene. Llewelyn Screen https://instagram.com/llewelynscreen 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 suppo...

Jun 22, 202250 minSeason 1Ep. 249

VenusRaps: Taking Your Alter Ego Too Far

Episode 248: South African Hip-Hop artist VenusRaps on why she cut ties with her record label, the story behind her face tattoo, what she has to say to those that have been biting her style, her feelings towards artists that lie about their numbers, being an upcoming artist since 12 years old & a whole lot more VenusRaps https://electromodeza.lnk.to/HeirAr Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Limited Edition Sludge Merch https://casualsex.store/pages/all-artist-stores/sludge-...

Jun 14, 202257 minSeason 1Ep. 248

Lukin Joshua: Karen Zoid Being A Mentor & Her Helpful Advice To Him

Episode 247: Guitars, Sitars, and a general love for music. Join in as Marcel and Lukin chat about a variety of musical topics Lukin Joshua https://linktr.ee/LookInTimeMusic Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Limited Edition Sludge Merch https://casualsex.store/pages/all-artist-stores/sludge-underground 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 yo...

Jun 07, 202251 minSeason 1Ep. 247

Dank Neighbourhood

Episode 246: Dank Neighbourhood are the most must see South African creative collective at the moment so on this episode we're finding out about their origins & where they're headed Dank Neighbourhood https://linktr.ee/DankNeighbourhood Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Limited-Edition Sludge Merch https://casualsex.store/pages/all-artist-stores/sludge-underground Explore our exclusive merch store for unique and high-quality items inspired by our podcast! From stylish t-sh...

May 31, 202231 minSeason 1Ep. 246

The Southport

Episode 245: Marcel has a chat with Damien Lindecke of The Southport. Join in as they chat about musical preferences, How to get your music out there, and how any genre can be used as inspiration The Southport https://www.instagram.com/thesouthport Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Limited-Edition Sludge Merch https://casualsex.store/pages/all-artist-stores/sludge-underground Explore our exclusive merch store for unique and high-quality items inspired by our podcast! From styl...

May 25, 202235 minSeason 1Ep. 245

Collett Dawson

Episode 244: Publicist & founder of The CoLab Network, Collett Dawson recently celebrated 30 years in the cut throat South African entertainment industry. Find out how she has managed to work her way up to being on of the most highly sought after strategists for both musicians and actors alike Collett Dawson http://thecolabnetwork.com Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Explore our exclusive merch store for unique and high-quality items inspired by our podcast! From stylish ...

May 17, 202251 minSeason 1Ep. 244

Future Radio

Episode234: Marcel is chatting to brazen rock outfit Future Radio & together they’re taking a looking at the band’s journey since forming 2 years back, don’t miss out on all the tea☕️ Future Radio https://youtu.be/CC0-8_YQnMU 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 favourite merch...

May 11, 202248 minSeason 1Ep. 243

Minnie Mhlongo

Episode 242: On this Mother's Day episode, return guest Minnie Mhlongo touches on the controversial party group that led to her widespread popularity in Durban, her new baby food business, the shocking revelation behind her not getting into media again, motherhood & more Milani Meals https://www.milanimeals.store 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 beani...

May 03, 202226 minSeason 1Ep. 242

Money Badoo | Pushing Hard to Make Your Vision Come True

EP241: PI$TOL POP hitmaker & Johannesburg artist Money Badoo takes us on her journey from recording over YouTube beats in her friend’s room, to being one of the biggest South African female artists right now. She also drops some exclusive info on her upcoming debut project PORN$TAR Money Badoo https://ffm.to/pistolpop 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 ...

Apr 26, 202235 minSeason 1Ep. 241

Axsion II

Episode 240: Former Palmtree Paradise member & Durban musician Axsion talks Wolves Only, Creative Market, The Werehouse, his latest project Kwaito Child Saga and more Axsion https://orcd.co/eroundini 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 favourite merch today! Support the show H...

Apr 19, 202229 minSeason 1Ep. 240

DJ Tremaine G

Episode 239: Artist, DJ & Producer, Tremaine G is on the show to chat about his upcoming EP, the artists he's collaborating with, how the late Solo introduced him to his management team, plans for 2022 & more DJ Tremaine G https://fanlink.to/gJJj 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 ...

Apr 12, 202226 minSeason 1Ep. 239

Khan Khalii

Episode 238: Singer-Songwriter, actress & content creator Khan Khalii talks about spirituality, being born in Tongaat but raised in Pretoria, her latest single ISONO , Game Of Thrones, her soon to be released podcast & more Khan Khalii https://ditto.fm/isono 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 ...

Apr 05, 202229 minSeason 1Ep. 238

Yashna & Neo Ndawo

Andile is back with Chyna The Artist joining in as co-host & together they're chatting to Durban royalty, singer-songwriter Yashna & producer/artist Neo Ndawo . In this episode they touch on mental health, the pros & cons of record labels, what led to the decline of the Durban Hip-Hop from 2018 onwards & more. They also close out the show with ' Hype Or Clout ', the lead single off Yashna 's latest EP titled ' Yah She ' Yashna https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/yashna1/yah-she Neo...

Mar 29, 20221 hr 21 minSeason 1Ep. 237

Episode 236: Fear Of Falling

Join Marcel as he chats with Brendon from Fear Of Falling about their beginnings as a super group, Their music and his journey as an artist Fear Of Falling https://linktr.ee/fearoffalling 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 favourite merch today! Support the show Help us continue ...

Mar 23, 202246 minSeason 1Ep. 236

S B X

Episode 235: S B X is a South African R&B singer & songwriter that was born in Pretoria and later relocated to a small town called Empangeni in KwaZulu-Natal On this episode we take a look at her latest project titled ‘These Songs Are About You Too’, tackle her experience juggling music & studies, her seamless transition to Johannesburg & more Tune in as we take a deep dive into the life of an artist that has over 45 000 Spotify streams & over 33 000 streams on Apple Music S ...

Mar 15, 202239 minSeason 1Ep. 235

Saturn Return

Episode 234: Marcel Had a chat with the ladies and gent of Saturn Return. Join in as they chat about their music, chaotic origins, and overall life as a Durban based band Saturn Return https://instagram.com/saturnreturnband 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 favourite merch today...

Mar 09, 202250 minSeason 1Ep. 234

King032

Episode 233: King032 is a rapper, slum poet & creative director from Stanger in KZN. On this episode he discusses his latest project L2LJ dedicated to his 3 year old son. We also discuss his killer performances in Swaziland, the various entities he heads that aim to connect artists and nurture upcoming talent, the impact his late grandmother has had on his career & more King032 https://linktr.ee/LUNGELOKING Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Explore our exclusive merch ...

Mar 01, 202234 minSeason 1Ep. 233

Episode 232: Bongi Archi

While Bongi Archi might be a newcomer for people to start paying attention to in the original music world, he’s instantly recognisable under his birth name Bongi Mthombeni from the many stages he’s graced over the past decade since he burst onto the entertainment scene as a popular member of Idols SA Top 8 in 2010 On this episode we're chatting to him about his powerful debut single Excuse Me , which has helped him make his mark as one of the most exciting artists in the pop scene. We're also ch...

Feb 22, 202232 minSeason 1Ep. 232

Camerøn

Episode 231: South African Tribal House DJ/Producer, Camerøn is joining us from Berlin, Germany to chat about his new record label, upcoming 3 Track EP dedicated to his father, things he took from his collaboration with Umsindo Musiek, why he moved from South Africa to Germany & more Cameron https://linktr.ee/_cameron_ 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...

Feb 15, 202231 minSeason 1Ep. 231

Episode 230: Jodie Reid

Blues/Acoustic Singer-songwriter Jodie Reid joins us from Johannesburg on this one. She has been singing since the age of 12 and earned her Bachelor of music honours in performance in, 2018. On this episode she chats about her decision to change genres with each album she releases, sheds light on her latest album "Robust Rebellion", touches on the effect her parents' divorce had on her & more Jodie Reid https://allmylinks.com/jodiereid Sludge Underground https://www.sludgeunderground.com Exp...

Feb 08, 202232 minSeason 1Ep. 230

Matt Gardiner

Episode 229: Matt Gardiner is no stranger to the South African music scene. His Pop Country sound has seen him open for artists such as Prime Circle, Arno Carstens, Desmond and the Tutus and many more. Influenced by the likes of Matthew Mole, Ed Sheeran and Jeremy Loops, Matt has had hit singles on most of the major radio stations in the country. The Pietermaritzburg born and bred singer songwriter is on Sludge to tell us about the inspiration behind his latest single "Brown Hair, Brown Eyes", h...

Feb 01, 202234 minSeason 1Ep. 229

Episode 228: ASH

Marcel has a chat with Canadian-South African folk artist ASH ASH https://instagram.com/ashcoustics Marcel Smuts www.instagram.com/thorns_of_sludge 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 favourite merch today! Support the show Help us continue making great content for listeners every...

Jan 26, 202259 minSeason 1Ep. 228

ZEM

Episode 227: We kick off 2022 with singer-songwriter, producer & DJ, ZEM from Joburg. In the episode she talks about dropping out of high school, the impact her mother has had on her music career, how she is connected to Congo, deep dives into some of her hits & a lot more. ZEM https://www.instagram.com/mezvn 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 beani...

Jan 18, 202234 minSeason 1Ep. 227

Episode 226: Hello 2022

New year, same Sludge. We’re back for the second half of our media discussion with Itheku Connect & Unfiltered with Oscar Msomi. If we’re sounding stretched, it’s because we are still in yesteryear but today, we speak to 2022. Meagan continues her chat with the fam - Nasiphi, Marcel, Zama & Oscar. After learning about their approach to creation & curation, we get a deeper sense of their values & philosophies as storytellers & archivists. This episode is part two of two, here’...

Jan 12, 20221 hr 6 minSeason 1Ep. 226

Episode 225: Goodbye 2021

After an epoch in the apocalypse, we, the creative creatures of the underground, deserve a moment to celebrate & reflect. We have survived, thrived & writhed our way through another confusing year - so let’s talk about it. Meagan is joined by Sludge members, Nasiphi & Marcel, as well as Itheku Connect’s very own, Zama Khumalo, & the Unfiltered king himself - Oscar Msomi. The group gather to collect their thoughts & share some strategies with the hope of reaching a sense of cl...

Dec 29, 20211 hr 11 minSeason 1Ep. 225

Episode 224: Single Street Park

Nasiphi & Meagan speak to Lannon, Ben & Mark; 3/4 of 90’s nostalgia rock band - Single Street Park. Between their daily Durban grind & the Pablo Honey populous, the group define their dreams of local success & elaborate the process behind their debut release. The alternative outfit shares stories of dealing with GAS, scratching the artistic itch & playing from the heart. Grab a brewski & press play. Single Street Park https://www.instagram.com/singlestreetpark Hosts Nasip...

Dec 22, 202152 minSeason 1Ep. 224

Episode 223: Kyle Thorne

Durban Rapper & Food enthusiast Kyle Thorne is on the show to chat about his name change, why he is hoarding his latest music, the wild things he has seen & experienced working at a butchery, a mental health podcast he & his friend are working on & more🚀🚀🚀 Kyle Thorne https://www.instagram.com/kylethornefoods 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...

Dec 14, 202151 minSeason 1Ep. 223

Chachi Africa

Episode 222: Former 5fm radio presenter/Dj Chachi Africa is on the show to chat to us about where it all started. From growing up in a musical home, to wanting to get into production, to working at 5fm, transitioning from Afro House to amaPiano & Hip-Hop, her brief stint in Australia, her Soundcloud mixes & more. Chachi Africa https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=wymSqoG-obs Explore our exclusive merch store for unique and high-quality items inspired by our podcast! From styli...

Dec 07, 202142 minSeason 1Ep. 222

Episode 221: Bloumoord

Marcel has a chat with the mad lads from Bloumoord. Join in as they chat about their time as a band, recording, dealing with covid and so much more. Bloumoord https://bloumoord.com/store/index.php?route=common%2Fhome Marcel Smuts www.instagram.com/thorns_of_sludge 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 su...

Dec 01, 202145 minSeason 1Ep. 221
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