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BLK JKS - Probably the best new African band PDF Print E-mail
Thursday, 11 March 2010


It's been a long time coming for the Johannesburg-based BLK JKS (pronounced Black Jacks), ten years to be precise, and it looks like they're ready for the big time.

Their propulsive sound, a fusion of kwaito, ska, reggae, ambience, jazz, prog rock, and traditional African beats, would go down well in large arenas, wouldn't you say? I'd be very surprised if they don't play the opening concert of the World Cup. Click on "Read More"
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Listen to more of their music at their MySpace page and see what you think. I can understand why Rolling Stones magazine described them as Africa's best new band, though I'd preface that with "probably".

BLK JKS in conversation with CNN


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Vidz posted by CNN and jeffersonlemon

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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