DON’T MISS . . .
The Parlotones’ concert! The local rock heroes are set to headline two shows: at GrandWest Arena in Cape Town on 13 November and Coca-Cola Dome in Johannesburg on 14 November. Book tickets at www.powerzone.co. za or Computicket. Tickets cost from R150 to R220.
WIN
Ten readers will each win a signed copy of The Parlotones’ latest album, Stardust Galaxies (see review below). SMS the word STARDUST followed by your name, surname and address to 34923 by 5 pm on 19 November. Each SMS costs R2.
THE PARLOTONES - Stardust Galaxies
Rating: 4/5
Reviewer: Jared Orlin
On their third album SA rock gods The Parlotones prove why they’re masters of the genre. They’ve found their formula and are sticking to it. Push Me to the Floor is an upbeat rock anthem you’ll be hearing for a long time to come, as are Remember When and title track Stardust Galaxies which expertly blends lead singer Kahn Morbee’s voice with that of Freshlyground’s Zolani Mahola.
PARAMORE - Brand New Eyes
Rating: 4/5
Reviewer: Alet van Zyl
The third album from American rock band Paramore is by far their best. It’s great to hear a rock band with a female lead vocalist that’s this good. Fans will find many gems, especially the energetic first single, Ignorance, as well as The Only Exception and second single Brick by Boring Brick. The slower ballad Misguided Ghosts also stands out. Rock-lovers will adore it.
DIZZEE RASCAL - Tongue n’ Cheek
Rating: 3/5
Reviewer: Sulaiman Philip
The beats on Dizzee Rascal’s fourth album are raw and unpredictable with a pop feel to them. His voice sounds amazing over electro beats that keep pace with his fast-paced rhyming. The album contains hit singles such as Dance Wiv Me, Holiday and Bonkers. Also listen out for the understated Money, Money. If you have kids around, best you not play Freaky Freaky because it veers towards misogyny.
