After 20 years as one of the most iconic bands in South African rock ‘n roll, Akkedis are releasing their 6th album, Onder Ou Tafelberg.
This album has been 7 years in the making and encompasses an array of styles and subject matters to represent the wide variety of fans the band have gathered through the years. SAMA-award winning producer, Peter Pearlson, skilfully captures their complex sound; from African inspired rhythms to gritty rock ‘n roll and back to acoustic melodies. Akkedis did not hold back, and let their ingenuity run wild.
“We took our time with this album and made sure that creatively it represented everything we have been crafting in the past 20 years.”
-Arthur Dennis
The title , Onder ou Tafelberg, pays homage to those who forged their lives in the streets of District 6 and can be heard in the first single from the album, Musiek van Hanover Straat.
The album artwork was hand drawn by drummer, Rudolph Dennis.
Track List:
1.Twintig Jaar Anderkant die Berg
A rewrite of the classic Akkedis hit “Anderkant die Berg”. The song has been adapted to reflect their journey of the past 20 years.
2.Elektriese Crazy Angel
The first love song from the trio; of a girl who hates men!
3.Musiek van Hanover Straat
A vibrant recollection of the life and times of inhabitants of District 6.
4. Nos Amamos Mozambique
A tribute to a country that has brought them countless adventures and memories through their career.
5.Die Donker Kom Jou Haal
This Valiant Swart track has become a fan favourite in the Akkedis set.
6.Ode Ana Ouma Grietjie Adams
Ouma Grietjie is the Griekwa icon behind “Lekker Ou Jan”.
7. Honky Tonk Swerwer
An archetypal slow blues track reminiscing about a lost soul.
8. Versigtig Lewe
A dark song about an even darker individual.
9.Waars die Revolusie
A strong reggae influence questions the existence of revolutions and radical change in modern society.
10.Elkeen vir Homself
In this unapologetic rock ‘n roll anthem shedding light on the "every mam for himself" mentality we are faced with today.
11. Bomskok Son
The closing track is an acoustic melancholy look back on the formative years of the artists and their peers.
LAUNCH SHOWS
15 June
Cafe Roux, Noordhoek
R100
Tickets: http://caferouxsessions.co.za/ai1ec_event/akkedis-album-launch/?instance_id=1639
24 June
Saronsberg Theater, Tulbagh
R75
Bookings:023 230 0179
9 July
Knysna Oyster Festival, Knysna
Ticket link coming soon
16 July
Ou Meul Teater, Paarl
Ticket link coming soon
22 July
Thirsty Oyster Tavern, Gordon's Bay
Free Show
26 July
Die Boer, Durbanville
Ticket link coming soon
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