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Millennium en GSTRiNG bring Rock na Boho’s – ’n aand van energie, nostalgie en nuwe klanke
Rock en Roll het weer lewe gekry in Stellenbosch toe GSTRiNG en Millennium in die laataand-ure by die Bohemia Bar optree op Donderdag, 8 Mei 2025. Dit was ’n onvergeetlike aand vir beide bands, met die gehoor… read more
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Blood, Blues, and the American South: An Analysis of Ryan Coogler’s Sinners
Ryan Coogler’s Sinners is not your typical horror film. It’s a blood-soaked blues opera set in the deep South that blends vampires, juke joints, and cultural reckoning into one of the most ambitious films of the year.… read more
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A Stellenbosch Winter’s Tale
“The waves always come back.” This powerful refrain, sung by the chorus in The Winter’s Tale, captures the cyclical nature of grief and healing that pulses through the heart of this Shakespeare classic. Presented by the Stellenbosch… read more
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More than words can say: the SU Choir
It’s truly breathtaking to have goosebumps from the sheer force of human voices, and the Stellenbosch University (SU) Choir does not disappoint. Their unique sound for a variety of choral music underscores their ability to move mountains… read more
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Amapiano Lights Up Stellenbosch’s Nightlife
A music event to welcome recess? “Count us in” is what could be read from the sold-out poster on Fonque Fest’s Instagram. On Friday 28 March the Fonque Fest Club House hosted its third and much anticipated… read more
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Why you should visit the oldest Afrikaans arts festival in South Africa
This year marks the 29th anniversary of the oldest Afrikaans arts festival in South Africa. The Klein Karoo Nasionale Kunstefees (KKNK or “Klein Karoo National Arts Festival” in Afrikaans) took place from 1 to 6 April in… read more
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Kaltfees 2025 : Die Branders van Oorspronklikheid tref Aandklas
Op 12 April het Afrikalt, die Afrikaanse alternatiewe musiekkollektief, ’n Aandklas oorname georkestreer van magiese orde.12 kunstenaars/bands het die verhoog betree vir nege ure van kunstige. Die Matie het uitgereik na Damian Strydom, seerower in Die Doodsvonnis,… read more
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A Night of Light at Spier
From 21 March to 21 April, Spier Wine Farm was more than just a place to sip wine – it became a glowing canvas. Various artists created 19 captivating installations that invited visitors to immerse themselves in… read more
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Legends and Icons at The Daisy Jones Bar
On Saturday 14 March at The Daisy Jones Bar, the Stellenbosch public gathered to witness South African legends and icons, Squeal and Springbok Nude Girls. Betty’s Nuklear, a relatively newer band, opened the stage and tore it… read more
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Keanan Eksteen live at Aandklas!
If you wanted to move and groove with South African artist, Keanan Eksteen, Aandklas was the place to be on Saturday 22 March.The evening was filled with an infusion of excitement, anticipation and, of course, Eksteen’s unique… read more
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Som Van Twee: Skaterlag en trane pink in wiskundevraestel se tweede probeerslag
Vir meeste mense is daar niks erger as om terug te dink aan ’n wiskundetoets nie. Daar is maar net iets aan meetkunde en die stres daarvan wat meeste mense nooit weer wil herhaal nie. So wat… read more
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Wanneer Het Ek Mal Geword(WHEMG)? GSTRiNG se Wilhelm en Neelsie worstel met dieselfde vrae as jy.
GSTRiNG se onbeskaamde benadering tot selfontdekking en die realiteit van grootword word vasgevang in hulle debuutalbum, Sonvlug. Die naam kom al die pad van graad nege af saam en was oorspronklik ’n filosofiese besinning – “Wat as… read more
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Headbanging highlights from Aandklas
On Saturday, 8 March 2025, Aandklas hosted three bands that brought some great live music. The lineup included Sisters, The Man Motels and Ruff Majik. The night was filled with plenty of headbanging and engaging performances, all… read more
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Anora – Live, Laugh… Love?
As the dust has settled on the battlefield that is Hollywood’s award season, one film has come out on top, and by quite a large margin. Sean Baker’s Anora, has been crowned the cinematic darling of 2024… read more
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The Academy Awards: art appreciation or past its prime?
Last week, on 2 March 2025, the Oscars hosted its 97th ceremony. A question that comes to mind is: are the Oscars still relevant? To find the answer, Die Matie asked students on campus what they thought.… read more
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17 Years of sound: Looking back at Aandklas’s birthday bash
On 25 January Aandklas celebrated 17 years of good music, good drinks and good friends. The beloved grungy bar was packed with music lovers who rocked up to see ThreeOhFive rocktronica legends, The Govt., shake the stage.… read more
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Top 5 Bar Specials That Will Save Your Wallet
University life is all about balance. Balancing deadlines, balancing your budget with your needfor good food, and balancing on the pavement after happy hour. If you want to stretch yourrands while still living your best student life,… read more
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When Worlds Collide: Art Department Treads New Ground
Casa was too small for what The Art Department had in mind for the Golden Week of 2025, but what could be bigger than Casa’s classic courtyard and be able to host the now iconic music festival?… read more
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A gust of sound: Jackal & the Wind return to Aandklas
Aandklas has long been a home for up-and-coming bands, and one of the success stories to have graced its stage is none other than Jackal & the Wind. Last Saturday, 22 February, the band returned to one… read more
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Going out in Stellies? A few things to remember
By Emma Olivier While Stellenbosch’s nightlife can inspire and bring people together, it remains essential to keep responsible partying and safety in mind when going out on the town. Keep it cool, keep it covered Letting your… read more