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Spoegwolf

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Spoegwolf
OriginPaarl, South Africa
GenresRock
Years active2012–present
Members
Websitespoegwolf.com

Spoegwolf ([ˈspuχ.vɔlf]) is an Afrikaans rock band from Paarl, South Africa, founded in 2012. The group consists of Moskou du Toit (drums, percussion) Chris von Wielligh (guitar, piano), Albert van der Merwe (bass guitar, vocals, rap), and Danie du Toit (vocals, guitar).[1][2]

History

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The members of Spoegwolf began playing music together while they were still in high school, and they eventually named themselves Ysterkoei and won several competitions, which eventually led to a recording contract with Paris Recording Studios. In 2012, they changed their name to Spoegwolf and the same year, released their debut album, Swaartekrag.[3][2]

The group followed up with Somer in 2015, which contains the song "Glenda", a reference to South African stripper, activist, and teacher Glenda Kemp.[4] The record was named Best Alternative Album at the annual Ghoema Music Awards.

Their next album, Die Donker Toring, was released in 2017.[5]

In 2019, Spoegwolf issued their fourth studio album, Koma.[6] The record was well received, and the band became the first Afrikaans music group to occupy the number one spot on the Apple Music charts in South Africa.[7][2] Also in 2019, the group teamed up with fellow South African rocker Francois Van Coke on "Dagdrome in Suburbia", the title track from his 2019 studio album.[8]

2020 saw the release of two albums, See[9] and Wind.[10] In 2021, Spoegwolf again issued two records, both EPs: Groen[11] and Silwer.[12]

In 2022, the group released the albums Droombrief and Dryf.

Trivia

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Aside from their work with the band, brothers Danie and Moskou du Toit run their own restaurant in the town of Stellenbosch.[1]

In conjunction with his musical work with the band, Danie has published three poetry books: Warmer Voor Die Tuimeldroer, Sterreval, and Die Tuin.[13]

Band members

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  • Moskou du Toit – drums, percussion
  • Chris von Wielligh – guitar, piano
  • Albert van der Merwe – bass guitar, vocals, rap
  • Danie du Toit [af] – vocals, piano, guitar

Discography

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Studio albums

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  • Swaartekrag (2012)
  • Somer (2015)
  • Die Donker Toring (2017)
  • Koma (2019)
  • See (2020)
  • Wind (2020)
  • Droombrief (2022)
  • Dryf (2022)

EPs

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  • Elektriese Kind (2014)
  • Groen (2021)
  • Silwer (2021)
  • Lente (2023)
  • Berge (2024)

Live albums

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  • Live Uit Sunset Recording Studios (2020)

Singles

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  • "Glenda Kemp" (2014)
  • "Lenie Blou II" (2019)
  • "Seile" (2019)
  • "Heen En Weer" (2020)

References

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  1. ^ a b "Spoegwolf: pyn en trane in die Bosch" [Spoegwolf: Pain and Tears in the Bosch]. vryeweekblad.com (in Afrikaans). 17 May 2019. Retrieved 6 February 2022.
  2. ^ a b c "Spoegwolf: Danie du Toit (hoofsanger) besin oor die prys van sukses" [Spoegwolf: Danie du Toit (Lead Singer) Reflects on the Price of Success]. voertaal.nu (in Afrikaans). 1 July 2019. Retrieved 6 February 2022.
  3. ^ "Spoegwolf land Met 'Swaartekrag' – Resensie" [Spoegwolf Land with 'Swaartekrag' – Review]. samusicscene.co.za (in Afrikaans). 21 January 2013. Retrieved 6 February 2022.
  4. ^ "Spoegwolf: "Ons koppe is meestal in een mus"" [Spoegwolf: "Our Heads Are Usually in One Hat"]. litnet.co.za (in Afrikaans). 25 November 2015. Retrieved 6 February 2022.
  5. ^ "Spoegwolf Release "Noorde" Video". texxandthecity.com. 13 June 2017. Retrieved 6 February 2022.
  6. ^ "Spoegwolf-album maak Apple Music-geskiedenis" [Spoegwolf Album Makes Apple Music History]. maroelamedia.co.za (in Afrikaans). 22 February 2019. Retrieved 6 February 2022.
  7. ^ "Spoegwolf: The First Afrikaans Band/Artist to Reach #1 on Apple Music". bothners.co.za. 26 February 2019. Retrieved 6 February 2022.
  8. ^ "Review: "Dagdrome in Suburbia" Francios van Coke ft Spoegwolf". Small Town Music. 10 September 2019. Retrieved 6 February 2022.
  9. ^ "Spoegwolf "See" Album". ubetoo.com. 3 March 2020. Retrieved 6 February 2022.
  10. ^ "Spoegwolf Drops Alternative Album, "Wind"". ubetoo.com. 4 September 2020. Retrieved 6 February 2022.
  11. ^ "Spoegwolf Releases New EP, Groen". justnje.com. 17 February 2021. Retrieved 6 February 2022.
  12. ^ "Spoegwolf's Latest Album, Silwer Provides the Best SA Alt-Rock Has to Offer". texxandthecity.com. 6 September 2021. Retrieved 6 February 2022.
  13. ^ Fuchs, Dominique. "Derde digbundel vir Danie van Spoegwolf". SMF News. Stellenbosch Media Forum. Retrieved 3 November 2024.
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