Space Cats - Something New

After the phenomenal response to our previous survey of disco and boogie sounds from early eighties South Africa, we decided to wade a bit deeper into the pool to focus on one of the most compelling acts to emerge from that theater, the Space Cats. Hailing from the small, insular music scene in the coal-mining city of Witbank, the Space Cats were a five-man band fronted by singer/bassist Themba “T’Rex” Mzwakali and singer/guitarist Santy Dladala. Operating as a semi-professional live combo rather than a studio-driven aggregation, they stood out from the slick, highly polished conventions of the day. And when they took the stage they offered a take on disco that was stripped-down, raw, rugged and inspired by afro-rock groups like Harari and Hedzoleh Soundz. Highlights from album:   Something New Your browser does not support the audio element. Mystery Your browser does not support the audio element. Masambehi Your browser does not support the audio element. The Dead of Night Your browser does not support the audio element. For Ever and Always Your browser does not support the audio element. Mother Earth Your browser does not support the audio element. Ukhamba Your browser does not support the audio element. Your Eyes Are Sad Your browser does not support the audio element. No Reason to Delay Your browser does not support the audio element. O Myra (Can't Live Without You) Your browser does not support the audio element.