Musicians

From Vinyl to Digital, Shane’s Journey Shane Barnes, a DJ with deep roots in the Eastern Cape, has been mesmerizing audiences with his music for decades. Starting his journey in the teenage years, Shane’s early days were filled with house parties and school dances. Witnessing the evolution of DJing from vinyl to compact discs, he has been at the forefront of the industry. A Renowned Club DJ The 90s and 2000s saw Shane’s rise to fame as a renowned club DJ, including his residency at the popular nightclub, Einstein’s, in the late 90s. His exceptional skills and passion for music Read more...

With their harmonized vocals, acoustic guitar, and percussion, they infuse pizzazz and energy into any event or venue. Their extensive repertoire spans from the 1930s to the 2020s, encompassing artists like Fleetwood Mac, Billie Eilish, Lady Gaga, Tracy Chapman, and many more, ensuring a memorable musical experience. In addition, they create a captivating visual aesthetic through imaginative lighting and creative attire. Read more...

Introducing ‘Man With Music,’ a dynamic musical duo hailing from the vibrant city of Cape Town, South Africa. Comprising the exceptional talents of Werner Denner and Paulo Costa, this versatile pair specialises in Jazz fusion and contemporary styles of music. They exhibit their talents across a diverse array of instruments, seamlessly navigating piano, percussion, guitars, saxophones, clarinets, and flutes. As professionals, Man With Music offer a full-service entertainment experience, catering to weddings, birthdays, upscale functions, and private events. Flawlessly blending live performance with DJ elements, they craft a one-of-a-kind, festive atmosphere that captivates and delights guests for hours. Having graced Read more...

Live Music That Connects Generations Bazirk is a versatile three-piece music ensemble based in Port Elizabeth, offering live entertainment across a wide range of genres. Their setlist spans rock, pop, reggae, jazz, and party favourites, ensuring that every performance resonates with audiences of all ages. What truly sets the band apart is their rich vocal harmonies and the fact that each member is both a skilled instrumentalist and a seasoned vocalist. Their natural stage presence, coupled with a strong ability to engage with crowds, has made Bazirk a trusted favourite for corporate events, functions, and live music venues across the Read more...

A Voice of Soul and Experience A beloved and respected performer in the Eastern Cape, Claire North is a seasoned South African singer and guitarist whose warm, soulful tone and heartfelt delivery have captivated audiences for over two decades. Renowned for her ability to forge a genuine connection with listeners, she performs with an honesty and emotional depth that transforms every show into a memorable experience. Her repertoire is a masterful blend of timeless favourites and thoughtfully chosen contemporary songs, each rendered in her own distinctive and authentic style. A Career Forged in Live Performance Based in Gqeberha, Claire has Read more...

With a musical career spanning over two decades, Glen Webster has established himself as a dynamic performer. His journey through the vibrant pub and corporate event scene has refined his ability to captivate audiences. Glen’s versatility is a hallmark of his career. From high-energy performances with backing tracks to intimate acoustic sets, he effortlessly adapts to any occasion. His extensive repertoire ensures there’s something for everyone, and his engaging stage presence keeps audiences entertained. Sharing stages with renowned South African bands like Just Jinger and Prime Circle has further solidified Glen’s reputation as a top-tier performer. His music has filled Read more...

Candace Juhl, a classically trained vocalist, pianist, and guitarist, embarked on her musical journey at an early age. Hailing from Port Elizabeth, she has become a prominent figure in the Eastern Cape’s vibrant music scene. Versatility in Harmony: Candace showcases her musical prowess in various forms. As a solo Singer & Pianist, she enchants audiences with her soulful renditions. In the dynamic duo ‘Wild Honey,’ her collaborative spirit shines. Additionally, she seamlessly integrates with local musical shows and bands like the Latin-American sensation ‘Cosa Nostra.’ Theatrical Flair: Dabbling in theatre, Candace earned accolades for her debut performance of “Mein Herr” Read more...

Chromium was the first hit, ended there by opening for Metallica. Followed then by Inception, a powerful Rock Duo featuring which toured the country many times. This was followed by joining the Theatre circuit (Barnyard Theatre and Rockwood Theatre saw almost 6 years of service). All of this and constantly in the background for other bands producing, mixing and mastering their music. go to all performers Read more...

is a roots reggae based band who have performed on many stages with highly acclaimed artists around the country. They are very involved in the reggae music scene, organizing festivals and shows The Meditators Reggae Band was founded in 1990, by Sandile aka Shante Bekwa and currently has 6 full time members. The band is roots based and all the members are currently based in Durban. Their highlight performance was being the curtain-raiser for the UB40 tour in 2018 in Durban and Pretoria to Sold Out shows. In 2019 the band was nominated for the SAMA Best Reggae Album award Read more...

MARK BELING – After massive success as the front man and song writer for the legendary South African band Mean Mr Mustard, Mark perused his solo career after the band split in 2005. He has since released multiple solo albums and singles which continue to dominate radio stations countrywide. Apart from his own hits, Mark Beling performs covers of all your favorite classics and latest chart topping hits and is able to play any song you throw at him, no matter the genre or decade. Mark Beling is available as a solo artist, duo or full band. Book Mark Beling Read more...

Meraki are a family band with a variety of styles in our arsenal. Band members are Simon Shaw on guitar, vocals and kick drum, his girlfriend Megan Smith on piano and vocals and Simon’s sister Amy on vocals and kazoo (arguably not a real musical instrument). All the band members are solo performers in their own right but as a group we are calling ourselves “Meraki”. go to all performers Read more...

Devon van Driel’s highlights so far have been traveling all over South Africa opening for the likes of PJ Powers, Desmond and the Tutu’s, Jeremy Loops, Jesse Clegg, Dan Patlanski, Majozi, Rob Thompson, Ard Matthews and a variety of amazing local artists. Read more...

Can of Worms is an original band from East London who play funky high energy music. go to all performers Read more...

Patrick Lindoor, affectionately known throughout the length and breadth of our country as Tururu, started his musical career as a gospel singer in the 80’s. He became a household name as the lead guitarist and vocalist for the popular langarm band The Royal Sounds, before joining Kwanobuhle’s Nature Jazz Band. Apart from performing at every local and national festival, Tururu has also performed abroad extensively, sharing stages with household names like The Manhattans and The Temptations. After a sojourn in Germany, where he performed for a few years, he recorded his second album, “Nothing’s Changed” at AMI Records. In 2004 Read more...

The Wondering Watsons, a family of 7, often perform together and they are passionate about people, music, surfing and travel. They have been performing together around the Eastern Cape for a number of years and play on a regular basis at venues such as, St. Francis Bru Co. The Milkwood Market and the Music Kitchen. The genre of music they play is; Folk, Indie and Irish Folk, including praise and worship. Instruments: Acoustic/Electric Guitar, Mandolin, Bouzouki, Percussions and Drums. They have 2 EP albums, “We made it through Winter” and “Time”. Read more...

Richard Brokensha is known as a musician and producer for his bands kidofdoom, ISO (Isochronous), Tumi Molekane, The Queen Experience, Richard Stirton and Lara Gear (The VOICE). To date he has played shows all over the world including Germany, Belgium, Netherlands, Argentina, Dubai, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe. In 2010 Richard performed as the frontman of the band ISO to 100 000 people at 10 sold out arena shows across Germany. <p style=”text-align: center;”><span style=”font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 20px;”><a href=”https://www.bouncepromotions.com/performers-near-me/”>go to all performers</a></span></p>   Read more...

Emile Naidu has been a part of the PE music scene since 2011, after agreeing to play a 30-minute slot at a Toni’s Place Folk club with a few friends, which would later form the first band he would be a part of. Since then, he has fostered a semi-successful solo stint playing at various pubs and restaurants around Port Elizabeth to support himself during his studies, while forming Indie-Rock Band, Too Many Chiefs, as an outlet for his personal creativity. He has released and EP and a full-length album with Too Many Chiefs, which can be found on most, Read more...

Paul Basel is a singer & guitarist located in Port Elizabeth go to all performers Read more...

After eventually attaining an inclusive degree in music and music technology, and after having done a year of a general diploma in music at Nelson Mandela University, the journey of FiveSidedDice remains ongoing, and the sound ever-changing and evolving. go to all performers Read more...

Adrian Bester is a DJ with a passion for music that spans over many years and started while at school. In 1987 he was offered a position as the in-house radio presenter at a popular chain store. This gave him the opportunity to further his interest in sound engineering, which lead to him engineering the sound for many local and national bands. After finishing his schooling, Adrian was offered a job at a prominent sound & lighting company as their permanent Deejay. go to all performers Read more...

The community started noticing his talents, as an adult, when he went on an Eastern Cape Tour with Abigail Kubeka, in 1978. Backed by Soul Jazzman on his return from the tour, he featured in the musical ” BROADWAY IN AFRICA”. It was in this year that his talent as a music arranger, director and producer of concerts came to the fore, as he directed “ I HEARD THAT” featuring his own vocal group, Sunrise and other prominent musicians performing Quincy Jones music backed by The Tulips. go to all performers Read more...

Classyx is a five piece party band performing all over Eastern Cape at venues, corporate functions, private functions, bike rallies and many charity events. They are one of the premier outfits hailing out of Port Elizabeth with a huge repertoire from ’60’s, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s, and latest songs. Read more...

This multifaceted musical prodigy takes audiences on a harmonic journey in his genre-bending style. Inspired by Blues, Classical, Afro Pop, Folk, Metal, Soul, Funk and Jazz, Smith creates a unique fusion in his interpretations of artists that inspire him (including Vulfpeck, Billy Joel, Led Zeppelin, Nina Simone) as well as his original music. He has shared the stage with many successful South African acts including Nhoza, Dan Patlansky, Ard Matthews, Dozi, Basson Laubscher, Gerald Clark and the Black Cat Bones to name a few. Career Highlights: • Grade 8 distinction for classical voice, achieving one of the highest results in Read more...