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LEE COLE:
South African singer-songwriter Lee Cole gained recognition in 2017 with his cover of "Akanamali," amassing 320,000+ views on YouTube. Influenced by rock legends like Queen and pop icon Michael Jackson, his music blends genres into a unique pop sound. In 2020, his hits "I Don't Wanna Wait" and "Pink Dragons" received widespread radio play. In 2021, "Honey, Let Me In" topped charts, and he performed at the SAFTAs. 2022 saw continued success with singles like "No Fear, No Tears." His latest track, "With or Without You," reached #1 on Algoa FM and marked his presence on national radio charts. Currently, Lee Cole is busy writing for his debut album and captivating audiences nationwide.
JAMES DEACON:
Featured in BMW EV 2023 worldwide campaign with "Future" (Parov Stelar feat. James Deacon)
GMC North American 4x4 2023 campaign featured "Overdrive"
Headlined St Stithians Easter Festival 2023
Led 947 School Takeover at Alberton High 2023
"Son Of Apolo" used in HBO US movie promo campaign
"Take Control" featured in The Rookie & Good Trouble
South African Music Awards (SAMA) Nominee for Alternative Album of the Year
"Reason" selected for the 2020 MDIEM discussion panel
3x Record Of The Day features
"Not Givin' Up" reached Hype Machine Popular Chart #2
"Home" playlisted on 947 & Jacaranda FM
"For You" playlisted on Jacaranda, 947, and 5FM
Tracks featured on World Famous Passport Approved: "Not Givin' Up," "Reason," "Rain On Me," and "For You"
Multiple tracks reached Top 40 on 5FM, with "Son of Apolo," "HERO aka Rich," and "Reason" all at #1 for six weeks
Playlisted on 5FM: "Not Givin' Up," "Son Of Apolo," "HERO aka Rich," "Reason," "Rain On Me," and "For You"
947 playlisted "For You," "Not Givin' Up," and "Reason," receiving praise from DJ Fresh
"Reason" playlisted on 947 and reached #24 on 947Top40
"Mysery" and "Rain On Me" both reached #1 on Mix FM, also playlisted on Algoa FM, East Coast Radio, SMILE FM, MFM, Puk FM, and others
BAD PETER:
The dynamic South African Folk Pop/Rock Duo, formed in 2014, quickly rose to fame after their debut single "Month of May" hit the South African iTunes Top 40 in 2015. Their energetic live performances and powerful vocals became their trademark, captivating audiences at major festivals nationwide. Influenced by artists like John Mayer and The Lumineers, their music offers a blend of danceable tunes and heartfelt ballads. In 2017, they gained recognition with the independent release 'Need to Hear,' featuring the hit single 'Stupid on a Sunday.' Their third EP, 'Home,' released in October 2022, included the touching ballad 'Tipuana Tree' and the country-influenced track 'Hold on.' Their breakthrough came in 2022 when they opened for The Lumineers in Pretoria. As they continue to grow in 2023, Bad Peter remains dedicated to delivering memorable shows and impactful music. Stay tuned for their upcoming single 'Alone,’ set release on 28 July 2023.
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Lee Cole Biography
South African singer-songwriter and producer Lee Cole has steadily been making his musical presence known, one pristinely produced pop song at a time. Raised in Joburg, Lee Cole first gained attention in 2017 through his cover of the hit Akanamali which amassed over 320,000 views on Youtube. In that same year, Lee Cole released his first string of songs which saw rotation on several of SA’s biggest radio stations. With vocal influences ranging from rock titans Queen and AC/DC, to pop icon Michael Jackson, Lee Cole’s sound has been shaped by the multiple genres that he’s taken in over the years, resulting in a pop-rooted sound that’s flecked with his unique vocal stylings.
Lee Cole’s breakthrough year was in 2020 with the release of his hit singles I Don’t Wanna Wait and Pink Dragons, which earned him significant airplay on top radio stations across South Africa, including 947, KFM, Jacaranda FM, East Coast Radio, Algoa FM, Heart FM, and OFM. Additionally, he had the honor of performing for the Princes Trust, which was another noteworthy achievement of the year.
In 2021, Lee Cole kicked off the year by dropping Honey, Let Me In as his first single, which quickly found its way onto the airwaves and into the charts of major South African radio stations such as 5FM, KFM, Good Hope FM (reaching #1), OFM, Algoa FM (also reaching #1), and others. Also performing at the SAFTAs (South African Film and Television Awards) in April of that year, Lee Cole’s success continued, with the release of Emotional (which charted on Good Hope FM, Jacaranda FM, 5FM, OFM, and more) and then Cold, which went #1 on Algoa FM.
Lee Cole entered 2022 with a series of hit singles, following two years of outstanding achievements on the radio charts. He followed this up with an impressive tour of the Eastern and Western Cape which included a performance at KFM’s highly-anticipated KDAY. Lee Cole’s success in 2022 continued with the release of No Fear, No Tears, which was featured on playlists and charts nationwide, including KFM, 947, Algoa FM (peaking at #1), Good Hope FM, and East Coast Radio. Lee Cole finished the year on a high note, with a momentous performance at the esteemed Kirstenbosch Gardens in Cape Town, where he launched the Summer Concert Series alongside Craig Lucas. In addition, Lee Cole had the opportunity to open for international superstar Calum Scott in Johannesburg.
His latest single, With or Without You, made a remarkable entry into the KFM and East Coast Radio Top 40 charts, and on Algoa FM it reached #1, making it one of the most played local songs on the radio. Lee Cole is actively writing songs for his highly anticipated debut full-length studio album while also staying busy with his demanding performance schedule, eagerly sharing his popular hits with audiences across the country.
Read MoreLee Cole’s breakthrough year was in 2020 with the release of his hit singles I Don’t Wanna Wait and Pink Dragons, which earned him significant airplay on top radio stations across South Africa, including 947, KFM, Jacaranda FM, East Coast Radio, Algoa FM, Heart FM, and OFM. Additionally, he had the honor of performing for the Princes Trust, which was another noteworthy achievement of the year.
In 2021, Lee Cole kicked off the year by dropping Honey, Let Me In as his first single, which quickly found its way onto the airwaves and into the charts of major South African radio stations such as 5FM, KFM, Good Hope FM (reaching #1), OFM, Algoa FM (also reaching #1), and others. Also performing at the SAFTAs (South African Film and Television Awards) in April of that year, Lee Cole’s success continued, with the release of Emotional (which charted on Good Hope FM, Jacaranda FM, 5FM, OFM, and more) and then Cold, which went #1 on Algoa FM.
Lee Cole entered 2022 with a series of hit singles, following two years of outstanding achievements on the radio charts. He followed this up with an impressive tour of the Eastern and Western Cape which included a performance at KFM’s highly-anticipated KDAY. Lee Cole’s success in 2022 continued with the release of No Fear, No Tears, which was featured on playlists and charts nationwide, including KFM, 947, Algoa FM (peaking at #1), Good Hope FM, and East Coast Radio. Lee Cole finished the year on a high note, with a momentous performance at the esteemed Kirstenbosch Gardens in Cape Town, where he launched the Summer Concert Series alongside Craig Lucas. In addition, Lee Cole had the opportunity to open for international superstar Calum Scott in Johannesburg.
His latest single, With or Without You, made a remarkable entry into the KFM and East Coast Radio Top 40 charts, and on Algoa FM it reached #1, making it one of the most played local songs on the radio. Lee Cole is actively writing songs for his highly anticipated debut full-length studio album while also staying busy with his demanding performance schedule, eagerly sharing his popular hits with audiences across the country.
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