Kwaicore is a shining beacon of light amongst the polluted world of music. It is a raw and untouched genre that comes straight from our South African roots. It portrays nothing but a true reflection of the world and is brutally honest. Profits are not it's driver, the cause is. This is a genre untouched by the mainstream influence and is pure underground. Its still got that smell of brand new shoes and with two strong genres for its roots it looks like its not going anywhere soon. It is everything mainstream is not, bringing reality to your doorstep. Kwaicore tells no lies and encourages unity, freedom and collaboration. When you read the rest of this article I am sure Kwaicore won't be such an absurd concept... Don't be afraid to try something new!
Jon lajoei's comedic impression of "Pop Music" raises a few eyebrows..
You know when you hear something or in this case watch it on the internet thinking "thats so true" repeatedly with every prophetic word that you hear. In this instance it took a sarcastic talented comedian to drum into my head the truth about pop music.
You see as a non-conformist, I generally avoid mainstream mass media, I support the local acts of Durban and stick to watching series online.With Facebook, Twitter and google as well as other social web based platforms, I am able to keep up to date with the things I want to know about. The radio in my ancient set of wheels packed up before I even owned it but allows me to play CDs so loud you could here it in space. However it is a shock to the system when I do come across the infectious sewage spewing through some gap in my anti main stream filter.
The human race never ceases to amuse me. The amount of times i have heard the same song play over on the radio as if it was deciding for me that I enjoyed that music. The superficiality and utter senselessness of some of the lyrics in songs with millions of views leaves me with a sense of concern for our future generations. Popular music has become a grand marketing and money making scheme. More than often the profitability and marketability of the music outweighs the quality of it. This means big time producers are not afraid to release truck loads of garbage into the mouldable and easily influenced youth of our world.
Can you physically put swag x3 on someone?
What now? This isn't kindergarten... Use big girl words.
That's just vulgar! What would your grandmother say!?
What drugs are you on buddy?
That's right, it's totally normal to love yourself that much..
So you're an iliterate alcoholic?
Pop is played out! -Try Kwai
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Kwaicore is a shining beacon of light amongst the polluted world of music. It is a raw and untouched genre that comes straight from our South African roots. It portrays nothing but a true reflection of the world and is brutally honest. Profits are not it's driver, the cause is. This is a genre untouched by the mainstream influence and is pure underground. Its still got that smell of brand new shoes and with two strong genres for its roots it looks like its not going anywhere soon. It is everything mainstream is not, bringing reality to your doorstep. Kwaicore tells no lies and encourages unity, freedom and collaboration. When you read the rest of this article I am sure Kwaicore won't be such an absurd concept... Don't be afraid to try something new!
Jon lajoei's comedic impression of "Pop Music" raises a few eyebrows..
You see as a non-conformist, I generally avoid mainstream mass media, I support the local acts of Durban and stick to watching series online.With Facebook, Twitter and google as well as other social web based platforms, I am able to keep up to date with the things I want to know about. The radio in my ancient set of wheels packed up before I even owned it but allows me to play CDs so loud you could here it in space. However it is a shock to the system when I do come across the infectious sewage spewing through some gap in my anti main stream filter.
The human race never ceases to amuse me. The amount of times i have heard the same song play over on the radio as if it was deciding for me that I enjoyed that music. The superficiality and utter senselessness of some of the lyrics in songs with millions of views leaves me with a sense of concern for our future generations. Popular music has become a grand marketing and money making scheme. More than often the profitability and marketability of the music outweighs the quality of it. This means big time producers are not afraid to release truck loads of garbage into the mouldable and easily influenced youth of our world.
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| Can you physically put swag x3 on someone? |
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| What now? This isn't kindergarten... Use big girl words. |
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| That's just vulgar! What would your grandmother say!? |
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| What drugs are you on buddy? |
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| That's right, it's totally normal to love yourself that much.. |
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| So you're an iliterate alcoholic? |
The Kwaicore revolution has began and it's taking South Africa by storm with a couple of mixed reviews. It seems that the marriage between the two genres has been an unfaithful one. Some say the father is hardcore rap and others say hardcore punk but always combined with "Ma" Kwaito. To clear up any confusion the hybrid genre is made up of hardcore punk rock and kwaito.
The similarities between these two genres are so subtle and unexpected yet the connections allow the two genres to hold hands, go on a date and have their first kiss without any awkward vibes. It didn't take 9 months but a couple of weeks later baby Kwaicore was born.
Here they are in one nutshell that is hard to the core!
Hardcore punk rock: Fast, loud and furious this epic genre emerged from the late 70's as both a music revolution and mind-blowing sound waves that are jam packed with the most rebellious rock n roll riffs and lyrics.
Sounds like : Some say its angry noise, some say its the sound of freedom and others describe it as a release of anger and frustration. Its heavy, its fast, abrasive and aggressive.
Movement: Rebel movement, non-conformist anti genre..anti-authority, do it yourself attitude.
Fans: Mohawks, tattoos, piercings and anarchy are some of the many features that cover punk rockers world wide
Who creates it?:Rebels with or without a cause.
Tools of the trade: Drums, bass, guitar, vocals
Kwaito: The urban heart beat of South Africa. A mix of tsotsi taal, chilled house beats and rhythm that will make your body feel the need to move. Intrinsicto Sowetan culture, this genre has become the mouth piece of SA angst.
Sounds like: The truth, the lyrics are true to township living and the music provides an escape. Also quite aggressive and brutally honest, the music reflects the true sounds of the townships where it is created.
Movement: Created in a Post Apartheid era, Kwaito provided a platform for the previously oppressed to speak their minds and express their trials and celebrations. The movement speaks of life in the townships, the drugs, drinking and everyday happenings. The brutal honesty of the genre includes issues such as why the divorce rate is so high, the gap between the rich and the poor and the admiration for a man's fancy car only to find out he is a drug dealer. Real life. Real stories. Welcome to reality!
Fans: The kwaito fan base lies in Soweto, the origins of its genre. Although the genre has seen quite a bit of success and has moved to mainstream media on the radio and it now has a broad SA fan base. Township youth sporting floppy kangol hats, overused all star sneakers and an overall urban black style are typical to the genre.
Who creates it? South African artists, youth and anyone who has lived in the ghetto who feel the need for a new platform to express themselves.
Tools of the trade: Anything that can make a sound- often this music was created on a low budget -acoustic guitar, percussion, baselines, high hats and township chants. The genre is mainly produced on computers with sound editing and looping technology.
Punk rock and Panstula
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The similarities between these two genres are so subtle and unexpected yet the connections allow the two genres to hold hands, go on a date and have their first kiss without any awkward vibes. It didn't take 9 months but a couple of weeks later baby Kwaicore was born.
Here they are in one nutshell that is hard to the core!
Hardcore punk rock: Fast, loud and furious this epic genre emerged from the late 70's as both a music revolution and mind-blowing sound waves that are jam packed with the most rebellious rock n roll riffs and lyrics.
Sounds like : Some say its angry noise, some say its the sound of freedom and others describe it as a release of anger and frustration. Its heavy, its fast, abrasive and aggressive.
Movement: Rebel movement, non-conformist anti genre..anti-authority, do it yourself attitude.
Fans: Mohawks, tattoos, piercings and anarchy are some of the many features that cover punk rockers world wide
Who creates it?:Rebels with or without a cause.
Tools of the trade: Drums, bass, guitar, vocals
Kwaito: The urban heart beat of South Africa. A mix of tsotsi taal, chilled house beats and rhythm that will make your body feel the need to move. Intrinsicto Sowetan culture, this genre has become the mouth piece of SA angst.
Sounds like: The truth, the lyrics are true to township living and the music provides an escape. Also quite aggressive and brutally honest, the music reflects the true sounds of the townships where it is created.
Movement: Created in a Post Apartheid era, Kwaito provided a platform for the previously oppressed to speak their minds and express their trials and celebrations. The movement speaks of life in the townships, the drugs, drinking and everyday happenings. The brutal honesty of the genre includes issues such as why the divorce rate is so high, the gap between the rich and the poor and the admiration for a man's fancy car only to find out he is a drug dealer. Real life. Real stories. Welcome to reality!
Fans: The kwaito fan base lies in Soweto, the origins of its genre. Although the genre has seen quite a bit of success and has moved to mainstream media on the radio and it now has a broad SA fan base. Township youth sporting floppy kangol hats, overused all star sneakers and an overall urban black style are typical to the genre.
Who creates it? South African artists, youth and anyone who has lived in the ghetto who feel the need for a new platform to express themselves.
Tools of the trade: Anything that can make a sound- often this music was created on a low budget -acoustic guitar, percussion, baselines, high hats and township chants. The genre is mainly produced on computers with sound editing and looping technology.
When I first met the guy who was destined to be my boyfriend, I called him a douche bag and put him smack bang in the centre of the friend zone. We became such good friends that he even began dating one of my friends from school. Who knew a year later he'd turn into my knight in shining armour and that I, the queen of screwing up relationships, would be blissfully in love.
I happend to also reject Kwaito in the same way simply because I could not understand the lyrics and lacked the ability to dance to the music. I friend zoned Kwaito. To my dismay a college project required me to research the genre and with the help of good old Google I was finally able to understand its purpose and origin.
"The music of the Urban youth" is what it's described as and that doesn't sound too different to what I listen to. The only difference is the tempo, the language and the distinct "gangster"edge that all the songs contain. This post apartheid genre that emerged from the Soweto township youth in the 90's lead a wave of sound that played an intrinsic role in the social and political issues of South Africa. The music left traditional parents screaming at their offspring to "Turn that shit down", a saying I distinctly remember in my rebellious youth. However instead of blasting my NOFX "Don't call me white" single with hardcore riffs at every corner, I imagine the youth of Kwaito would blast Arthur Mafakote's "Don't call me Kaffir" with a sweet beat to get down to.
The mutual struggle for equality and freedom from judgement and stereotyping is a platform to bring these two genres together.
Another aspect of Kwaito that I enjoy is the lyrical field which focuses on life in the township,girls and partying which are real life situations the listeners can relate to. Although I cannot relate, I am certainly learning about a new culture and I see that as much as the genre exposes the township problems, it also creates an escape from general life problems and dwells on the more positive side.
As an originally oppressed township, the youth have now found the confidence and correct medium to voice their opinions and have the freedom to speak their mind questioning anything they see as socially inept. Kwaito is more than a genre, it is a way of life. It speaks of the Ghetto, the drugs and the drinking but also celebrates the freedom and in a town that is predominantly under the age of 21, it ensures that they will never forget where they came from. It is the sound of the township, the sound of home.
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Don't Judge it until you've tried it- Kwaito
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When I first met the guy who was destined to be my boyfriend, I called him a douche bag and put him smack bang in the centre of the friend zone. We became such good friends that he even began dating one of my friends from school. Who knew a year later he'd turn into my knight in shining armour and that I, the queen of screwing up relationships, would be blissfully in love.
I happend to also reject Kwaito in the same way simply because I could not understand the lyrics and lacked the ability to dance to the music. I friend zoned Kwaito. To my dismay a college project required me to research the genre and with the help of good old Google I was finally able to understand its purpose and origin.
"The music of the Urban youth" is what it's described as and that doesn't sound too different to what I listen to. The only difference is the tempo, the language and the distinct "gangster"edge that all the songs contain. This post apartheid genre that emerged from the Soweto township youth in the 90's lead a wave of sound that played an intrinsic role in the social and political issues of South Africa. The music left traditional parents screaming at their offspring to "Turn that shit down", a saying I distinctly remember in my rebellious youth. However instead of blasting my NOFX "Don't call me white" single with hardcore riffs at every corner, I imagine the youth of Kwaito would blast Arthur Mafakote's "Don't call me Kaffir" with a sweet beat to get down to.
The mutual struggle for equality and freedom from judgement and stereotyping is a platform to bring these two genres together.
Another aspect of Kwaito that I enjoy is the lyrical field which focuses on life in the township,girls and partying which are real life situations the listeners can relate to. Although I cannot relate, I am certainly learning about a new culture and I see that as much as the genre exposes the township problems, it also creates an escape from general life problems and dwells on the more positive side.
As an originally oppressed township, the youth have now found the confidence and correct medium to voice their opinions and have the freedom to speak their mind questioning anything they see as socially inept. Kwaito is more than a genre, it is a way of life. It speaks of the Ghetto, the drugs and the drinking but also celebrates the freedom and in a town that is predominantly under the age of 21, it ensures that they will never forget where they came from. It is the sound of the township, the sound of home.
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Yes
You don't exactly fit the typical look of a hardcore punk completely, in other words you won't spend hours at the metal detector at the airport nor do you have to wear long sleeve shirts to work to cover your daring tats. However your heart is 101 percent punk.
You're indépendant, you make your own money and you don't let the system get you down. You work hard but only for the things you believe in. You leave work before 5 to catch happy hour at Amsterdam.
You like to throw the rules out the window and authority is not a concept you get along with. You're not afraid to make some noise and every now and then you cause chaos at the Winston. You've argued with bouncers and you know how to make a plan. You're a rebel and a freedom fighter. You miss Burn.
No
You never break the rules and respect authority because you are happy with the status quo. You feel no need for change and are pretty set in your conventional ways. Your interests are influenced by mainstream media and popular trends.
You work a 9 to 5 job and you don't mind starting from the bottom to get to the top. You're not a trouble maker and you tend to settle for what the system has to offer.
You wonder why people try so hard to be different. You are happy in your niche of the world and feel there is nothing wrong with being normal. You don't know what Burn is and you have never set foot in the Winston.
Maybe
You enjoy having control over the situation and you have a "it's my way or the highway" attitude. You aren't a rebel but you refuse to conform to societies norms. You are bright, witty and energetic with enough time to disagree with anyone.
You're opinionated and thus struggle with following rules. You question authority and can talk your way out of anything. You pave the path to your own future and you are as free as the birds. You've heard of Burn and you're known to make a good few laugh whilst under the influence.
You are a non-conformist
Are you a Durban Punk Rocker?
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YesYou don't exactly fit the typical look of a hardcore punk completely, in other words you won't spend hours at the metal detector at the airport nor do you have to wear long sleeve shirts to work to cover your daring tats. However your heart is 101 percent punk.
You're indépendant, you make your own money and you don't let the system get you down. You work hard but only for the things you believe in. You leave work before 5 to catch happy hour at Amsterdam.
You like to throw the rules out the window and authority is not a concept you get along with. You're not afraid to make some noise and every now and then you cause chaos at the Winston. You've argued with bouncers and you know how to make a plan. You're a rebel and a freedom fighter. You miss Burn.
No
You never break the rules and respect authority because you are happy with the status quo. You feel no need for change and are pretty set in your conventional ways. Your interests are influenced by mainstream media and popular trends.
You work a 9 to 5 job and you don't mind starting from the bottom to get to the top. You're not a trouble maker and you tend to settle for what the system has to offer.
You wonder why people try so hard to be different. You are happy in your niche of the world and feel there is nothing wrong with being normal. You don't know what Burn is and you have never set foot in the Winston.
Maybe
You enjoy having control over the situation and you have a "it's my way or the highway" attitude. You aren't a rebel but you refuse to conform to societies norms. You are bright, witty and energetic with enough time to disagree with anyone.
You're opinionated and thus struggle with following rules. You question authority and can talk your way out of anything. You pave the path to your own future and you are as free as the birds. You've heard of Burn and you're known to make a good few laugh whilst under the influence.
You are a non-conformist
These are not something you find in your refrigerator, you may find them in Spar but definitely not in the edible section unless you are a vampire or a cannibal. They are fresh from the street of Durban emerging from the heart of Umbilo in 2008. A band that is fuelled by raw talent and screaming fans as well as an unforgettable stage presence and the ability to get people on their feet and jigging on the dance floor.
I was a young teenager sneaking out the back win
dow to a getaway vehicle to attend rock 'n roll gigs with my fellow trouble makers. Looking back is awfully nostalgic and I have many memories that have been lost to the many Vodka and coke combinations. One of those memories was the first time I partied to Fruit and Veggies, a band I had previously thought to be a sack of potatoes and a bag of oranges who actually (and this is very rare for local bands) blew my mind. She probably doesn't remember this but I met Purity their lead singer in the ladies toilets at some grungy punk gig on the outskirts of Scumbilo. She had a couple of brightly coloured braids, piercings and enough tattoos to let me know that this was one hardcore sista. Five minutes later she was on stage with the rest of the band letting loose a powerful sound that was completely new, raw, uncut and in my opinion fucking amazing.
Since then they have been tearing up every stage with a combination of Afro Punk-rock reggae and hardcore gypsy-scar that according to Levis mag is "pure genre-breaking liberation". They describe themselves as the 'drunkest, rudest, most homeless band this side of the equator', quite appropriate for this Durban style rebel band who takes living life to the fullest very seriously. The best part about their gigs is that you are more than likely to party with the band members at some stage in the night. I've found myself at too many of their gigs to count whether it's moshing it out at Live, dancing with Loopi at the Winston or gypsy dancing at Splashy fen, I always know it's gonna be a night of catchy hooks, fierce attitude and alotta laughs.
Meet the band - You probably already have if you're a regular in the 031
Purity- Powerful and wild vocals that will make you wonder, "where does all that sound come from?"
Loopy-Bassist with a big personality. I have never met someone so dedicated to the cause of getting everyone inebriated.
Cameron- The come back kid who was so quiet in my class in grade 8 and 9. Taught me my first song on guitar and he is now a Guitar shredding god! (I cannot believe we are the same age! What am I doing with my life?"
James- Guitar/Keys, very talented and always up for a challenge
Big bear- Drums. Sweat. Shirtless. 'Nuff said.
What makes them awesome?
- Original groundbreaking genres
- blistering stage presence
- Dedicated to the 031
- You are not just part of the crowd, you are part of the experience, they are the manifestation of the embodiment of the Durban rebel scene.
- Balls to the wall music
- Guaranteed good time or your money back!
Check them out! They are the pioneers of new genre in the 031 and have created greater horizons for our music scene.. If you look carefully, I managed to party my way into their music video!
Get your daily dose of vitamins! Fruit and Veggies
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These are not something you find in your refrigerator, you may find them in Spar but definitely not in the edible section unless you are a vampire or a cannibal. They are fresh from the street of Durban emerging from the heart of Umbilo in 2008. A band that is fuelled by raw talent and screaming fans as well as an unforgettable stage presence and the ability to get people on their feet and jigging on the dance floor.
I was a young teenager sneaking out the back win
dow to a getaway vehicle to attend rock 'n roll gigs with my fellow trouble makers. Looking back is awfully nostalgic and I have many memories that have been lost to the many Vodka and coke combinations. One of those memories was the first time I partied to Fruit and Veggies, a band I had previously thought to be a sack of potatoes and a bag of oranges who actually (and this is very rare for local bands) blew my mind. She probably doesn't remember this but I met Purity their lead singer in the ladies toilets at some grungy punk gig on the outskirts of Scumbilo. She had a couple of brightly coloured braids, piercings and enough tattoos to let me know that this was one hardcore sista. Five minutes later she was on stage with the rest of the band letting loose a powerful sound that was completely new, raw, uncut and in my opinion fucking amazing.
Since then they have been tearing up every stage with a combination of Afro Punk-rock reggae and hardcore gypsy-scar that according to Levis mag is "pure genre-breaking liberation". They describe themselves as the 'drunkest, rudest, most homeless band this side of the equator', quite appropriate for this Durban style rebel band who takes living life to the fullest very seriously. The best part about their gigs is that you are more than likely to party with the band members at some stage in the night. I've found myself at too many of their gigs to count whether it's moshing it out at Live, dancing with Loopi at the Winston or gypsy dancing at Splashy fen, I always know it's gonna be a night of catchy hooks, fierce attitude and alotta laughs.
Meet the band - You probably already have if you're a regular in the 031
Purity- Powerful and wild vocals that will make you wonder, "where does all that sound come from?"
Loopy-Bassist with a big personality. I have never met someone so dedicated to the cause of getting everyone inebriated.
Cameron- The come back kid who was so quiet in my class in grade 8 and 9. Taught me my first song on guitar and he is now a Guitar shredding god! (I cannot believe we are the same age! What am I doing with my life?"
James- Guitar/Keys, very talented and always up for a challenge
Big bear- Drums. Sweat. Shirtless. 'Nuff said.
What makes them awesome?
- Original groundbreaking genres
- blistering stage presence
- Dedicated to the 031
- You are not just part of the crowd, you are part of the experience, they are the manifestation of the embodiment of the Durban rebel scene.
- Balls to the wall music
- Guaranteed good time or your money back!
Check them out! They are the pioneers of new genre in the 031 and have created greater horizons for our music scene.. If you look carefully, I managed to party my way into their music video!
Sometimes I sit at my window at night and watch over the city as it breathes and sighs a relief from the hot day. I know the pavements are still warm from Durban's blazing heat and I imagine the sweat dripping down the brows of minimum wage workers, the blue collars and the underpaid and under appreciated. The moon is a balloon and all my thoughts seem float away with the heat.
I look out to my city and in my mind's eye I envision every person settling in for the night on a lazy Sunday evening. As the city begins to fall asleep, my mind wonders to a basement deep underground in the heart of town where a couple people I know are hard at work. A pen, paper and a voice worth listening to are all it takes to start a revolution. Cigarette smoke twists around the room, the stress of the day floats with it as an unlikely group of musicians channel their frustrations into what sounds like an angry mob. It takes time to create something that is worth your time and so we look forward to the future of Kwaicore. A tiny murmur that is growing into a massive underground movement deep in the depths of Durban.
These are every day people that work everyday jobs and with their spare change they are able to create something extraordinary. Some are rockers armed with guitars, drums and an "I don't give a fuck what you think" attitude. They are headstrong, passionate and have no fear except for the fear of their voices not being heard. Some are from the Ghetto having given birth to Kwaito with the backdrop of a post apartheid South Africa. Freedom of expression and political liberation are what they bring to the table, not to mention rhythm like you have never seen before. The gathering of these musicians has lead to discussions of social and political issues in our country. Knowledge is power and education is key so through divine intervention and these musicians, Kwaicore music will be our teacher, so be sure to pay attention in class!
Rock, paper, Kwaito! -Kwaicore
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Sometimes I sit at my window at night and watch over the city as it breathes and sighs a relief from the hot day. I know the pavements are still warm from Durban's blazing heat and I imagine the sweat dripping down the brows of minimum wage workers, the blue collars and the underpaid and under appreciated. The moon is a balloon and all my thoughts seem float away with the heat.
I look out to my city and in my mind's eye I envision every person settling in for the night on a lazy Sunday evening. As the city begins to fall asleep, my mind wonders to a basement deep underground in the heart of town where a couple people I know are hard at work. A pen, paper and a voice worth listening to are all it takes to start a revolution. Cigarette smoke twists around the room, the stress of the day floats with it as an unlikely group of musicians channel their frustrations into what sounds like an angry mob. It takes time to create something that is worth your time and so we look forward to the future of Kwaicore. A tiny murmur that is growing into a massive underground movement deep in the depths of Durban.
These are every day people that work everyday jobs and with their spare change they are able to create something extraordinary. Some are rockers armed with guitars, drums and an "I don't give a fuck what you think" attitude. They are headstrong, passionate and have no fear except for the fear of their voices not being heard. Some are from the Ghetto having given birth to Kwaito with the backdrop of a post apartheid South Africa. Freedom of expression and political liberation are what they bring to the table, not to mention rhythm like you have never seen before. The gathering of these musicians has lead to discussions of social and political issues in our country. Knowledge is power and education is key so through divine intervention and these musicians, Kwaicore music will be our teacher, so be sure to pay attention in class!
I know you've heard the murmurs, the whispers on the street and the silent drums that beat through the city. It's on the tip of everyone's tongue and at the back of everyone's mind. It is a movement that is spreading from instrument to ear drum, from voice boxes to elite crowds attempting to exile the elitists.
A revolution is on the rise, we are gathering our forces armed with our voices and instruments of melodic assault. It is the genre that speaks of collaboration, unity and the coming together of our beloved Durban stone city.
This is kwaicore. The music genre with an agenda. It is a collaboration of many generations of collaborative music and is mainly a mixture of Kwaito and Hardcore punk rock.
The word Kwaito actually originates from the Afrikaans word "kwaai" which means "angry" or in the more colloquial sense "cool". The name shows the integration of the oppressed and the oppressor and the genre led a post apartheid township subculture into the mainstream. So that puts the "Kwaai" in Kwaicore.
The word Hardcore was used to describe a person or movement who was intensely loyal. When punk rock came about, the word hardcore was put in front of it to give meaning to tracks with particularly explicit or aggressive content. The genre also pioneered through oppression and developed a lifestyle to match the in your face, no fear lyrics of political uproar. The core of this new developing genre is this:
We are not afraid to speak our minds.
Listen to our music.
Hear what we have to say.
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Organised sound - Kwaicore
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A revolution is on the rise, we are gathering our forces armed with our voices and instruments of melodic assault. It is the genre that speaks of collaboration, unity and the coming together of our beloved Durban stone city.
This is kwaicore. The music genre with an agenda. It is a collaboration of many generations of collaborative music and is mainly a mixture of Kwaito and Hardcore punk rock.
The word Kwaito actually originates from the Afrikaans word "kwaai" which means "angry" or in the more colloquial sense "cool". The name shows the integration of the oppressed and the oppressor and the genre led a post apartheid township subculture into the mainstream. So that puts the "Kwaai" in Kwaicore.
The word Hardcore was used to describe a person or movement who was intensely loyal. When punk rock came about, the word hardcore was put in front of it to give meaning to tracks with particularly explicit or aggressive content. The genre also pioneered through oppression and developed a lifestyle to match the in your face, no fear lyrics of political uproar. The core of this new developing genre is this:
We are not afraid to speak our minds.
Listen to our music.
Hear what we have to say.
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