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Sludge Underground Podcast

Sludge Underground
South Africa
Ramfest
Durban
Cape Town
Sunken State
Doomtrigger
Durban, South Africa
Plum
Durban Metal Scene
Ignite
Sludge Underground
Cape Town, South Africa
Pages
South African Hip-Hop
Wacken Open Air
South African Metal Scene
Hunting Ghosts, Finding Demons
Live Sound
Mind Assault
Johannesburg, South Africa

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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This week on Sludge we Introduce our newest host Rowan, joining Marcel for the first time on the May episode of GroundUp. They dive into the wave of AI ... more

This is the story of one of South Africa's most promising hip-hop artists, filmed at the places that made him.

We start at PEGG's high school, where he found hip-hop, fell in love with drama, and met the late Simon of PosterBoy. We end off at Dropki... more

Reegan (Facing The Gallows), Myke (Your Cynical Sanity) and Dwayne (Sunken State) open with mic technique, then dive into bands and albums that inspired them to become metal vocalists. The boys cite bands like Bring Me The Horizon, Slipknot, We Butte... more

Your monthly GroundUp for April is here!

The segment where Nasiphi and Marcel cover whats been happening within the local music scene.

From events like the  @GhastZA   National Breakdown tour or the  @WalkTheseSkiesOfficial Pray For Cyanide show... more

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Myke Taylor
Graphic designer and merch designer for Sludge Underground
Durban
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Sash Guita
Representative from Emalyth Events, discussed Wacken Metal Battle South Africa
Emalyth Events
Episode: What Really Happens After Wacken?
Mike Taylor
Graphic designer and merch designer for Sludge Underground
Durban-based graphic designer
Episode: What Really Happens After Wacken?
Savannah Vermaak
Live audio engineer from Cape Town, South Africa
Cape Town, South Africa
Episode: What No One Tells You About Running Live Sound in South Africa
Patrick Davidson
Founding member of Mind Assault
Mind Assault
Episode: Is this South Africa's Longest Standing Metal Band?
Neil Brodenbach
Cantrel member (guitar/bass/production)
Cantrel
Episode: This South African Band Just Went Viral
Jesse Brodenbach
Cantrel member (vocals/keyboard)
Cantrel
Episode: This South African Band Just Went Viral
Matt (Sunken State)
Guitarist of Sunken State
Sunken State
Episode: The Most Anticipated Metal Release In South African Metal?
Sean (Sunken State)
Bassist of Sunken State
Sunken State
Episode: The Most Anticipated Metal Release In South African Metal?

Hosts

Nasiphi Zwane
Host focusing on interviews and bringing guests from SA music scenes.
Marcel
Co-host and interviewer, handles show flow and guest interaction.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • Rad rad rad.

    I dove deep into this podcast the last few weeks.

    I learn something new each time and I’m so delighted to hear the passion for the local music scene in each episode.

    You guys have a seamless blend of great banter and punctual and insightful questions.

    Keep cookin! 👌

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Herm Cronje
    South Africa4 years ago
  • Awesomeness

    Best podcast in Durban. They’ve been consistent!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zamarati
    South Africa4 years ago
  • Awesome pod about creatives!

    Really fun and joyous listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mxsandy12
    United States4 years ago
  • Love it

    I love finding and discovering new talent and I’m so glad I found this show. 10/10 would recommend for finding new artists out of the norm.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The bustinator
    United States4 years ago
  • Great

    Great content. The best in Durban without a doubt!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nhla👣
    South Africa6 years ago

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The show is consistently described as the best in Durban with strong guest lineups.
Listeners praise deep dives into SA local scenes and the passion for the music community.

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Is this South Africa's Longest Standing Metal Band?
Q: Introduce yourself and what it is you do.
Patrick Davidson explains that he is a founding member of Mind Assault, detailing his role and the band's long history since 2003, including their evolving sound and approach to live performance.
This South African Band Just Went Viral
Q: What role does the South African vibe play in your music and branding?
We aim to keep the authentic SA energy in our sound while embracing international influences to resonate with fans worldwide.
This South African Band Just Went Viral
Q: How do you maintain a powerful sound when you're just the two of you on stage?
We use a home studio setup with tracks for drums and keyboards, allowing us to build the sonic texture live while staying true to our duo dynamic.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sludge Underground Podcast

What is Sludge Underground Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A pulse on South Africa's gritty, independent music scenes with candid conversations from emerging bands and local creatives. Episodes spotlight Durban and broader SA scenes across genres like hip-hop, metal, and indie, often weaving in industry insights, live-show anecdotes, and DIY branding stories. Notable strengths include a strong focus on community, DIY resilience, and practical takeaways for bands navigating touring, promotions, and exposure in a shifting digital landscape. The show frequently features designers, event organizers, and artists who share actionable tips on merch, branding, and fan engagement, making it a valuable resource for both artists and industry listeners seeking authentic, on-the-ground perspectives from the SA ... more

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2. Sash Guita
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7. Jesse Brodenbach
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