Jayson Jay King
He started in the late 50s and today is still an icon in the music/entertainment industry.
The Golden City Dixies
was the launchpad for many artists
The Flames
In the history of South African Music, The Flames must rank in the top echelon of performers and recording artists
The Invaders
When one thinks of the music of the 60s and 70s, one of the first bands that comes to mind is The Invaders.
The Cheyennes
When this group started in the early 60s it was originally called The Shyannes
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The Blue Ricks
Not as long lasting as the other two Dance Bands, The Blue Ricks, as the resident band at the Himalaya hotel was one of the most popular Dance bands
Sam Latin Kings
Another of the great Dance Bands from the 50s and 60s that continued making people take to the floor into this century.
The Dukes Combo
It seems as if The Dukes combo have been playing forever. Led by Dee Sharma the group has spanned six decades
The Raiders
The Raiders were probably the most successful band from Durban in terms of record sales.The Wild Things
The Big 4
The Wild Things were rated as one of
the best South African “soul” groups
operating in the 60s.
Another four-piece band that was
popular among the dancing crowds.
The Insects
The Jets
El Toros
There was something special
about the sound The Insects
produced in their live
performances as well as their
recordings
The Jets could be classed as South
Africa’s answer to The Shadows.
They played mainly instrumentals
This group was centred around
the Greenwood Park area
The Rebels
The Rebels had in Essop Ganie, one of the most dynamic performers as their lead singer.Jerry Junior
and The Bluebirds started their involvement in the music industry in the Verulem/Stanger area.Steve Fataar
Steve, or Marnie, Fataar could be considered the “godfather” of pop music in South Africa
Edries Fredericks
Edries has been blessed with a wonderful soulful voice which he has used to great effect throughout his career.Vivienne Kensley
What a talent! If she had been given more opportunities, Vivienne would have become an international sensation.Virginia Lee
South Africa's Singing Sweetheart
Other Artists
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Updated 18 June 2019
