“UGH. Another one of Kabaal klankbaan’s silly news posts,” is what you’re thinking. “More gig invitations. More spam about music, CDs, and T-shirts for sale.”
Except this one is different. Presenting:

The Bride of Halloween

Kabaal klankbaan plays a lot of shows. But our Halloween show, The Bride of Halloween, is special. And I’d really appreciate it if you come. Even more than usual.

As a little passion project, Kabaal klankbaan has been preparing a super-secret, super-special, super-exclusive, first-time-ever, never-to-be-repeated Halloween set. And a Halloween party. To be played with a Halloween band.

Did you say “Halloween Party”?

Yes I did. But not actually ON Halloween. That would be way too mainstream. Also it’s a Monday and no-one wants to party on a Monday. So this party happens on THURSDAY 27 October, at Railway Cafe in Irene.
That’s right, if you’re good at convincing you can convince yourself that it’s a very reasonable distance to travel on a weeknight from wherever you live.

Did you say “never-to-be-repeated Halloween set”?

Yes I did. I put together a bunch of my favourite Halloween-flavoured songs, featuring close encounters, werewolves, Martians, transsexuals from Transylvania, chameleons, stalkers, ghosts, voodoo, robots, and more.

Did you say “Halloween band”?

OH YES I DID. Especially for Halloween, Kabaal klankbaan will have three extra members: Evert Snyman (of Pollinator, Gay Thing, & The Deaf Commission) on drums, Fred van der Merwe (Crystal Park, Shotgun Tori, & The Hellphones) on bass, and Louise Eksteen (Pollinator & Gay Thing) on keyboard & vocals. Another reason this’ll be a not-to-be-missed night!

Is there anything you forgot to mention?

Yip! Also on the lineup is one of Joburg’s most entertaining and funny singer-songwriters, Naming James, and Voodoo-blues lead vocalist of the Black Cat Bones, Kobus de Kock Jnr. This is a great show even if you HATE Kabaal klankbaan!

Details, please?

What: The Bride of Halloween – the telekinetic cousin of all those other Halloween gigs you hear about.
When: 27 October 2016, come at around 7 pm.
Where: Railways Cafe, Irene.
Cover: R30.
Why: Because I see you shiver with antici-
There’s even a Facebook event.

I also made a cute little video flyer to get you excited.

As always, thanks for being a nice web surfer and reading till the end. My next post will probably contain a nice little gift for you. No, really.

Kabaal klankbaan’s newest album, Baptism, has already received some amazing praise:

“Dis baie mooi. Anna het dit ook baie geniet en 3 keer langer gevat as gewoonlik om my kamer skoon te maak, want sy wou nie loop voor die CD nie klaar is nie. Ek dink dis die CD van jou waarvan ek nog nie meeste hou, en dit kom van iemand wat nou al vir die 3de keer 79 is.” – Floris se Ouma Francie

“[Radio Silence] het my uitgeboul right off the bat. Dit maak jou siel stil vir ‘n paar minute. Jy hoor nie meer sulke songs deesdae nie.” – Rolbees, watkykjy.co.za

“Pretty much the best album I’ve ever heard in the world ever ever ever. How is this guy not bigger than The Beatles yet?” – Floris, the very biased guy from Kabaal klankbaan

“How can it be bad if it’s printed on black?” – Some drunk guy at a show once.

And now, since you’ve obviously not gotten enough Baptism, Kabaal klankbaan presents: The Baptism Bonus EP. While recording Baptism, we went kinda overboard and produced five more tracks than what would fit on the album. And now you can have them too.

And because 2 October marks the FIVE YEAR ANNIVERSARY of Kabaal klankbaan’s first live show, you can get it for FREE (for a limited time only).

Remember to click the “Download” button to download and keep this EP for free. Then listen to it whenever and wherever you want!

VIDEOS VIDEOS VIDEOS

If you don’t believe me that we had some AMAZING fun with performing live over the last few months, check out all our new live videos on YouTube:

The Kabaal klankbaan channel is overflowing with new videos, and I’m sure your favourite song is in there somewhere!

MERCH MERCH MERCH

Have you seen our new “This town is for lovers” T-shirts yet? Available to order from https://kabaalklankbaan.bandcamp.com/merch/this-town-is-for-lovers-t-shirt or via info@kabaalklankbaan.co.za for only R150.

We have ONLY 8 of the previous T-shirts left (size Medium). Also available to order from https://kabaalklankbaan.bandcamp.com/merch/beardface-t-shirt or via info@kabaalklankbaan.co.za for only R150.

Lastly, if you don’t have yours yet, get the new album Baptism from Bandcamp. The previous two releases (Dit wat oorgebly het & Player Two) are also available.

SHOWS SHOWS SHOWS:

After a terrrrrrrrrific album launch tour, some amazing festival shows and special appearances by guest musicians, our shows are winding down for the rest of the year. Kabaal klankbaan will be playing here:

• 31 October
  Klitsgras Drumming Halloween Party
• 6 November
  Cool INC Tattoo Expo, Voortrekker Monument

We’ve got brand new Kabaal klankbaan T-shirts! Order right now from our bandcamp store or email us! Stock is VERY limited, so order soon if you want one in your size!
PS. At the moment of posting we have exactly 9x Medium sized “beardface” t-shirts left. If you want one before they run out, jump on it!

When and where is this show?
6 June. 19h30 for 20h00. Asbos Teater, Die Wilgers, Pretoria.

I’ve been to a Kabaal klankbaan show before. How special will this album launch really be?
Without giving too much away, it’ll definitely be Kabaal klankbaan as you’ve never seen it before. This show will feature a full night’s entertainment, including songs from the new album, a few oldies you haven’t heard in a while, new covers, new interpretations, and even the debut of a couple of brand new (not yet recorded) original Kabaal klankbaan songs.
There’ll even be a full band on stage this time… Not to be missed!

Photo by Christelle Duvenage – http://www.christelleduvenage.com/

Will there be tickets available at the door?
With these things, you never know. The safest option is to make sure you’ve bought tickets in advance from www.asbos.co.za

Since you’re my best friend, can you organise me a couple of free tickets?
No.

Surely there won’t be only ONE show??
While we’ll be playing a couple of shows around Gauteng following the launch, they won’t be as interesting, exciting, and unmissable as the launch show itself. More shows will be announced later.

Will CDs be available for sale?
Yes, thanks to our Indiegogo campaign and amazing support, we pre-sold enough Baptism albums to allow CDs to get printed. On the night, Baptism will be available for a special launch price of R100, and our other CDs and merchandise will be available at bargain prices (especially when bought in bundles).

Is this a grandparents-friendly show?
Yes, even more than usual, this will be a wholesome, whole-family show. Bring your parents, grandparents, and even as great as your great-grandparents go!

Please play my favourite song!
I’ll think about it.

I forgot about tickets again?
At www.asbos.co.za or at the door. That’s for the show on 6 June at 19h30 for 20h00 at Asbos Teater, Die Wilgers, Pretoria. Also see the event on Facebook.