Wonderboom: The Automatic Shuffle Tour
Saintfearless , Dave Ferguson , Wonderboom , Battle Beyond the Stars
16 April 2011
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15 years on and Wonderboom are still rocking the crowds and the South African charts! It’s no small feat to be hailed as one of South Africa’s longest-lived rock bands.
Wonderboom have much to be proud of. They've released eight albums, headlined every major SA festival, been nominated for five SAMAs, and came second worldwide in the 2004 Global Battle of the Bands, all while maintaining the level of music that audiences love. There can be few South African music fans that aren’t familiar with their hits, like "Never Ever", "Jafta Rebel", "Something Wrong", "Africa", "Charlie", "It’s Great to be Alive" and "Best Side" – the last of these shooting their seventh album to the top of 5FM charts.
2009 marked the end of an era for the band with the departure of charismatic and sensational drummer, Danny de Wet. The band was at a crossroads and the change lead to some difficult decisions regarding the future. Faced with the daunting task of finding a replacement for the legendary de Wet’s shoes, the band turned to industry friend and peer, Garth McLeod. McLeod, who has more than earned his stripes as esteemed drummer of Sugardrive, Heroes Wear Red and currently still drumming for Martin Rocka and the Sick Shop, accepted the offer without a moment’s hesitation, and the rest as they say…
With barely 5 gigs under their belts, the new Wonderboom hit the recording studios under the guidance, genius and creative backing of producer and Grammy award winner, Darryl Torr (also of Dear Reader fame). Tipped as their best album yet, Wonderboom’s 8th album, The Automatic Shuffle promises not to disappoint! Keeping in integrity with the rock and roll style that made them famous, The Automatic Shuffle introduces new electro/dance elements combined with retro British glam that keeps the listener on the edge of their seats the whole way through! "On The Radio", Wonderboom’s current single and music video, has had great response.
Besides the one show performed in December 2010, Wonderboom has not toured Cape Town in a very long time. Come and celebrate the release of The Automatic Shuffle at The Assembly and experience the new sound of one of South Africa's longest-running bands. Joined by Captain Stu, Dave Ferguson, Saintfearless, Battle Beyond the Stars and DJ Sideshow.
Bonus! Get there early for super special drink specials. And, the event is free for all Sowing The Seeds 2011 'Daisy Train ticket' holders.
VIDEO: Wonderboom – On The Radio
VIDEO: Captain Stu – The Day
VIDEO: A Word with Saintfearless
