Daniel Jay, originating from Port Elizabeth, has been performing on the local music circuit for a number of years, playing at pubs, restaurants and events. He has opened for many top acts such as; The Parlotones, Jeremy Loops and Francois Van Coke, to name a few. In 2019 Daniel appeared on the TV show ‘The Voice SA’, and after meeting the front man of the band ‘Fokofpolisiekar’, he collaborated with Francois Van Coke and recorded his first original song called ‘Glimlag Check’. go to all performers Share this Page Read more...

Chris Winterskind has strong roots in the Eastern Cape, he grew up loving the ocean and with a passion for music. Chris has been following a career as a musician for 10 years now with no intention of stopping. Touring the country in an old yellow Volkswagen combi selling his sound to everyone he meets has only inspired him further. Chris is very driven with big dreams and a lot of passion for his music and his career. With his trusty guitar, custom made box, foot pedal, harmonica and tambourine he truly is a talented musician with a large skill Read more...

Mark Botha, seasoned musician, born and bred in the Eastern Cape, has performed on the pub circuit for over 2 decades. His influences are music from the 70 and 80’s, with the likes of Crowded house, Cat Stevens and ZZ Top to name a few. Mark is an avid electric guitarist and as he would say, ‘a not to bad drummer and piano player’. Mark is still seen performing at local pubs and restaurants, and always keeping the crowd entertained. go to all performers Share this Page Read more...

Simon Shaw is a musician from Port Elizabeth who sings and plays acoustic guitarist. Simon is available to play at any event or function. go to all performers Share this Page Read more...

Magoo consist of two professional performers Andre van Rooyen and Andries Botha, who have played in many top SA bands over the years. Andries performed with the likes of Steve Hofmeyer, Dozi and Georgia, and Andre, who has travelled extensive throughout the country, has played drums, percussions and lead vocals for bands such as Lazer, Drive and Celebration. The band prides itself on a vast repertoire in all styles of music, perfect for any function or event. go to all performers Share this Page Read more...

Deon Mattheus is a well-rounded musician, versatile on many instruments and performs a wide genre of music. Deon has recently completed a successful album launch at The Music Kitchen with his 7-piece band, which includes his daughter and fiancé Nikki on backing vocals, and he has plans to keep the original music flowing. Read More Neels Mattheus was one of South Africa’s best known traditional musicians of the Boeremusiek genre. At the age of 15 years Deon joined his father’s dance band on bass guitar and performed around the Eastern Cape at venues, events and shows, such as the ‘On The Go Read more...

Jami Hilton was brought up on old school music such as Blues, Rock and Rhythm ‘n Blues, and when he turned 16 years old his father bought him his first electric Fender Squire. He played it until there was nothing left of that guitar. Jami was born and raised in South Africa, Kempton Park, but currently resides in London. From a young age he has always been interested in music and learn to play an instrument. With great support from his family, especially influenced by his father, comedian Barry Hilton aka ‘My Cousin’, he pursued his dream, picked up the guitar and never looked Read more...

Wild Honey incorporate harmonized vocals with acoustic guitar and percussion. Wild Honey do renditions of songs from the 1930’s to the 2020’s including the likes of Fleetwood Mac, Billie Eilish, Lady Gaga, Tracy Chapman and many more. They also create a pleasing visual aesthetic using lights and dressing creatively. go to all performers Share this Page Read more...

Karla Gouws started singing at the age of 9 years and even though she was told there was no hope for her, she persisted. With the guidance she received from her father Kobus Gouws, she succeeded in following her dream. Kobus Gouws, a well-known musician in the area, spent a lot of time helping Karla perfect her vocal and guitar playing abilities. It took a few years of hard work and encouragement to get to the point where she was finally ready for the stage. Read More When Karla was in her early teens, her dad wrote her a song Read more...

Udaka is a duo from Port Elizabeth with its founding members Ludwe Mgolombane and Sandile Bayller Suka, whom are not strangers in the Eastern Cape creative scene. The two have established a strong connection combining their skills in collaborating and birthing UDAKA. Sandile, from Port Elizabeth is a self-taught multi-disciplined instrumentalist. To have strong skills of bass; guitar; drums and lead guitar which are all naturally groomed skills. Ludwe, on the other hand, is self-taught in guitar and the master in the art of ceramic sculpture. He is a natural lover of music and art and putting the two in Read more...

André van Rooyen, born in Durban into a musical family, started his professional musical career in 1981 as a drummer and vocalist, playing on the Holiday Inn and Southern Sun circuits until 1990. After spending a period of time in Port Elizabeth, working at SABC as the lead sound engineer, André joined up with renowned guitarist Eric Pow Chong, and later Mark Botha, forming the duo act ‘Back to Basics’. This phenomenal group performed as the headliner act at most of the top venues in and around the Eastern Cape. With a wealth of experience on stage and behind the Read more...

Big Man and Bear, Megan Du Toit and Hugo Kleinhans, met doing a Johnny Cash Tribute show in 2014 and started playing together as a duo the same year. They Focused more on original material at first, but while living in Vietnam in 2015, started performing covers in restaurants, bars, and weddings. Their career highlights would be, getting to perform in various countries and on cruise ships in Australia and New Zealand. go to all performers Share this Page Read more...

Jonathan Muller, legendary Port Elizabeth Musician, has been keeping the South African crowds rocking for over two decades with his unique style of singing and guitar playing skills. Jono plays acoustic guitar and performs with no backing tracks. With his astonishing repertoire of songs and magnetic stage presence, he will keep you entertained for hours. Jonathan has performed throughout South Africa and its neighbouring countries, as well as in the United Kingdom and America, entertaining the likes of Prince William, Harry and a host of well-known personalities. He recently completed a successful 5-month contract as the Principle Musician on the Read more...

Anton Calitz first started playing in 1989 performing the late Saturday night/ early Sunday morning slot at the iconic Its Country in Evatt street. Performing on vocals, guitar, harmonica and occasionally pan flutes, as well as being a “one man band” Anton has been performing his own music at folk music clubs and arts festivals in South Africa for almost 30 years.  Anton writes and records songs around romantic themes, comedy themes, socio political themes, to fit primarily into a live, one man music cabaret show package as well as the folk or rock type album. Anton’s song “A Summertime Read more...

Claire Venn has spent her entire adult life as a professional musician. With a background in theatre and choir, she has always found deep fulfillment in the performance arts and with a love for music and adventure it was her obvious dream job. The best part about music is how it affects our emotions, and the best part of playing and performing is being able to express those emotions and share them with an audience. Other hobbies and interests include gardening, crafting, hanging out with her dogs and hiking. go to all performers Share this Page Read more...

Bullet’s music days started off at the young age of 12 when he was accepted to the famous Drakensberg Boys Choir School in South Africa. It was there that he taught myself to play guitar. He knew straight away that his calling was to be a full time professional musician. Marc Brunsdon got the opportunity to appear on the ‘The Voice’ South Africa Season two and was chosen as one of the contestants to have a bio aired on DSTV on his musical career. He also does voice over work for radio stations and social media advertising. His love for Read more...

Tim Parr was Born in Hillbrow Johannesburg on 28th November 1957. He discovered music in 1964 when he heard the Beatles. He got his 1st guitar at the age of 11 and found he had a natural feel for the instrument and a bond was formed that is stronger then ever. He started writing songs by the age of 15. He formed his 1st band in 1976 with South African blues legend Larry Amos. They made one record called Baxtop “Work it out ” that still gets played today on South African radio stations. Baxtop broke up in 1981 and Read more...

Justin Horn, full-time music educator and classical and contemporary trained musician, with many years of experience in teaching and performing, was born in Durban, South Africa. His musical training started at the age of nine, when he began learning the trumpet. Throughout his school career, Justin excelled in music, attaining awards and recognition for his involvement in various music projects, bands & orchestras. During his time at Grey High School, Justin was exposed to many different musical instruments and genres, during which time he began his studies in classical guitar with The University of Port Elizabeth’s guitar lecturer, Dr Howard Read more...

Greg Short started off as the lead guitarist for a three piece cover band known as “TEASE” and later the resident band at de Taphuijs known as “THE BELMONT VALLEY RAIDERS”. Since then he has played in various cover bands alongside some brilliant musicians. go to all performers Share this Page Read more...

Since then BRENT and LORETTE Kozak have been a regular feature on the Garden Route; performing both original shows and background jazz, as the need arises, and working with EUGENE VAN PLETZEN in the band TEN CANOES. Notable partnerships in the last ten years include a Blues Duo with local guitarist CUAN KORSTEN, some shows with ex-Capetonian, and songwriter extraordinare, DAX BUTLER and several performances with WILDY VAN WYK in various settings, including with TOM AMORIUM and MIKE SCOTT in experimental band WILDFINGER. From his earliest delight in hearing the classic-rock bands of the 60’s and 70’s to an almost Read more...

Denzil Africa well-known local band performs a wide range of styles and genres and is experienced in vocal and instrumental interpretations of classic African jazz and circular music. Some of the musicians they have performed with on stage include: Donald Harrison jnr, Kenny and Chante Lattimore, Winston Mankunku, Robbie Jansen, Jimmy Dludlu, P.J. Powers, Mafikizolo, Dr. Victor, Kurt Darren, the late Sipho Gumede, Mandoza, 101 and many more. The band is one of The Boardwalk’s preferred entertainment options and has been recognised as a highly professional ensemble at all of the high end corporate functions and festivals at which they Read more...

Letters from Jane was established in January 2017 when vocalist, Michelle Olivier and guitarist Leandra Grobler came together to create this unique duo. Both are accomplished performers in their own right, but when they joined forces, their musical connection was electric, which is plain to see when they share a stage. With Michelle’s sultry sounds on the microphone and vibey percussion, alongside Lea with her intricate guitar style and hauntingly beautiful vocal harmonies, they will leave the audience mesmerised by their musical talents. Read More Together they form a dynamic duo and their fresh style gives an interesting spin to any Read more...

Therese Smith, accomplished musician and primary school teacher, has performed all around the Eastern Cape as a solo performer, with various tops groups, renowned artists and the popular Centerstage band. She has been part of and co-ordinated various collaborative shows. Her latest projects include the all-woman show, Women of Wonder and the sensational Chimera Effect. Therese recorded her first album in 2010 titled ‘Look up’ and her original music has been described as soulful, uplifting and incorporates various feels and often touching on different genres to create a unique style and sound. go to all performers Share this Page Read more...

Dave Goldblum has recorded 7 albums with local and international musicians, and toured extensively at home and abroad. His song ‘Say Africa’ was recorded by world music icon Vusi Mahlasela, and performed at the 2010 Worĺd Cup concerts, which had a couple of billion views at the time. Highlights in his performance history include support acts for Crosby, Stills and Nash, touting with folk hero Shawn Phillips, and countless festivals like Splashy Fen, Oppikoppi and the NAF in Grahamstown, as well as tours to Namibia, the UK, Austria, Switzerland and Israel. go to all performers Share this Page Read more...