Die Tuindwergies make their way down to Cape Town and perform their debut concert at The Assembly this Saturday. We caught up with the boys from Pretoria.

Who are Die Tuindwergies?

Pieter de Jager is the vocalist and songwriter, and brother of Dawie de Jager, our bassist. Emile Swiegers is the lead guitarist, backup vocalist and songwriter, and brother of Jean Swiegers who is the drummer.

What are the dynamics like between you given that there are two sets of brothers in the band?

Quoting the Avett Brothers "Always remember there is nothing worth sharing like the love that made us share our name". We stand firm as a family.

How did you come up with the name “Die Tuindwergies”?

As soon as you see us for the first time the name will explain itself.

Describe your style of music in one sentence?

Melodic Country music with Afrikaans folk lyrics, played with passion.

Do you all share similar tastes musically? Who are your influences?

Recently it has come about that we do share similar tastes musically, but we grew up in different era's listening to a wide variety of music.

Our influences:
The Beatles – Songwriting
Dave Grohl – Rock 'n Roll
Red Hot Chili Peppers – Groove
Damien Rice – Passion
Brad Paisley – Melodies
Paulo Nutini – Casual feel

What musicians on the South African scene are getting it right at the moment? Who do you consider to be your friends in the industry?

To listen to Die Heuwels Fantasies, to see Van Coke Kartel perform and to learn from Freshly Ground. In our opinion they are doing it right. We consider the above some of our friends amongst others.

You released an EP in 2009 and your debut album 2010, when can we expect something new from Die Tuindwergies?

We have started work on the new album. Expect it some time in 2012.

This Saturday is your first gig at The Assembly. What can we expect to see?

We are very much looking forward to performing at the "legendary" Assembly. We find ourselves in the Western Cape often but never really get to jam Cape Town. You can expect a lot of new material mixed in with some Dwerg Golden Oldies from our first album. With a band like New Holland joining us, it’s bound to be a party!
 

Catch Die Tuindwergies this Saturday alongside New Holland, Beach Party & Shongozulu. Get your tickets now at Webtickets.

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