My favourite band is, and has been for the last 2 years, aKing.
If you don't know the band or haven't heard any of their music, then you have not been paying attention to the sound eminating from the Mother City.
First a quick history lesson
aKing was born in Bellville, and formed by Hunter(Guitar) and Snakehead(Drums) with Laudo(Vocals;guitar) and Hennie(Bass). They produced there fisrt two albums; "Dutch Courage" in 2008 and "Against all Odds" in the following year. In 2010 Hunter left and was replaced by Andrew Davenport on guitar.
The new album was eagerly anticipated. And the plastic cover was feverishly ripped off upon purchase.
The album follows a similar set up to the second album, with the first two songs being crowd pleasers followed by a grungey third track.
And then after that, song #4 plays, and I press repeat. Again and again. And again.
The forth track, "Kick me", has to be my favourite number. Upbeat, clever lyrics, cleaner sound. Perfect track to jam to, especially when driving. Sing load, its a great song. "Weak mans world" was also a favoured track of mine, possibly due to its awesome chorus.
I also like the music video for "The Runaround"
Just so you know
All in all, the drums are tight, the guitars gel - creatING some awesome riffs, and the vocals are, as usual, perfect for the poetic lyrics.
http://www.aking.co.za/
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