Haal Asem Kwagga Tour - Q and A

Interview by: Ashley Brown

Van Coke Kartel, answers by Francois Van Coke:

How has it been performing with Z&G thus far?

It has been great. We have done many festivals together and always end up hanging out. We became good friends and decided to take this show on the road. The tour is only really starting on Saturday. We have done one show in Cape Town at Assembly and that was befok. Fans can expect a proper production with 2 well oiled bands.

What is the perfect amount to drink before a show? How much is too much?

If you are playing the wrong shit, then you had too much. I couple of shots to get you in the mood is more than enough.

Who has the worst bad habit?

Probably me( Francois). If I drink too much I go mal.

Does VCK have any traditions before getting on stage?

Not really. We try to hang out together for at least a hour before the show to get the vibe pumping.

What is VCK’s favorite Z&G song?

The Inside

Zebra & Giraffe, answered by Alan Shenton:

How has it been performing with VCK thus far? 

It's been awesome, they are such a great live act to watch! So it's great walking off stage and being
able to watch a great band!

What's the worst thing that ever happened to you on stage? 

Once my (Alan) guitar strap literally tore in half, and my guitar dropped to the
ground...I felt so vulnerable, haha...almost naked! Once, it happened to our
keyboard stand too, it's a little embarrassing to say the least!

Who is the biggest moaner in the band? 

Hmmm, that’s a tough one. Andrew definitely enjoys moaning the most though ;)

What is the bands favorite thing to do on tour? 

We love discovering great restaurants in the towns we visit, also driving the garden route is so so
beautiful... We love being able to tour but at the same time, see our beautiful country.

What is Z&G’s favorite VCK song? 

Our old favourite was definitely their single "Haal Asem" but they have been playing a new track called "Vir Almal" on tour thus far, and I think that’s definitely their best song yet!

PRESS RELEASE 



Zebra & Giraffe and Van Coke Kartel

Sponsored by: MK, Monster Energy, Jagermeister, Ray-Ban and Music Connection.

Van Coke Kartel, winner of the MK “Best Live Act'' 2010 and ''Best Afrikaans Rock Album'' SAMA 2010,
joins forces with the SA radio chart topper and winner of “Best English Rock Album” SAMA 2009, Zebra &
Giraffe, to bring you a dynamic combination of English and Afrikaans Rock that promises to be one of the
best live experiences in SA Music.

Van Coke Kartel are known for their balls to wall rock shows and Zebra & Giraffe for their eclectic sound.
Both are known for their great live shows. These two extremes in the local music industry are gearing up to
bring a show to your home town that can not be missed. Haal asem and get ready to party the stripes off
your socks!

Zebra & Giraffe

After the successful release of their second album ‘The Inside’ in September 2010, Zebra & Giraffe began
2011 in fine style with the release of the 2nd single ‘Terrified’. The song reached the Top 20 on the 5FM Top
40 and #1 on various campus stations. The band also scooped another SA first by filming a video for the
song entirely on the iPhone4. The video also reached #1 on the MK Top 10.

In May 2010, Zebra & Giraffe were nominated at the SAMA awards for Best Rock Album – their
2nd consecutive nomination in this category – they also performed their latest single ‘End of the Road’ live
at the awards show. Earlier in May, they were also invited to perform at the exclusive Musexpo showcase
in Hollywood, Los Angeles alongside bands from across Europe, the UK and America.

May also saw the release of their 3rd single ‘End of the Road’ which features a video shot by acclaimed
directing cinematographer Rob Malpage – the video subsequently spent 3 weeks at the top of the MK
charts. The band is about to release their 4th single to radio called ‘Undo These Lies’ with a video due to be
out in August.

Van Coke Kartel

Van Coke Kartel kicked 2011 off with supporting international acts Alkaline Trio and Funeral for
A Friend as part of the Ramfest 2011 Festival. Their explosive live performances during this tour
earned them recognition as one of the hottest acts in SA today. In May and June 2011 the band
visited London and Amsterdam to play various successful shows with the highlight of performing with
Springbok Nude Girls at the premium London venue Shepard's Bush Empire. The band will be returning

to Amsterdam in 2012.

Van Coke Kartel will be visiting Taiwan in July 2011 to play three shows in Taipei. The highlight will be
playing at the Hohaiyan Rock Festival with an estimated attendance of 500 000 music lovers.

On their return to SA, Van Coke Kartel will start pre production for the new album with Theo Crous at
Bellville Studios. The album will be released in November 2011.

The bands first single ''Vir Almal'' will be released (free download) at the beginning of September 2011. A
accompanying music video featuring the complete new band will be released at the same time.

Tour dates and details:

Date: 30 July 2011
Line-up: Van Coke Kartel, Zebra & Giraffe and DJ Sideshow
Venue: Assembly, 61 Harrington Street, Cape Town
Cover: R70 at the door on the night of the event
Pre Sold tickets: R60 via http://www.webtickets.co.za/assembly
Contact & info: Pierre Coetzee: +27 21 465 7286, +27 82 555 7789, pierre@theassembly.co.za
Time: Doors open @ 21h00
Other: Haal Asem Kwagga Tour 2011: The best South African live music experience.

Date: 13 August 2011
Line-up: Van Coke Kartel and Zebra&Giraffe
Venue: Aandklas, 43a Bird Street, Stellenbosch
Cover: R50
Contact: Marcus Oosthuizen: +27 21 8833545, marcus@aandklas.com
Time: Doors open at 18h00
Other: Haal Asem Kwagga Tour 2011: The best South African live music experience.

Date: 16 August 2011
Line-up: Van Coke Kartel and Zebra&Giraffe
Venue: Kalahari Teater, Redefine Boulevard (Old Game), York Street, George
Cover: R70
Contact: Dietlof Henn / 0448745000 / 0711371893
Time: doors open 18h00 / show starts 20h00
Other: Haal Asem Kwagga Tour 2011: The best South African live music experience.

Date: 17 August 2011
Line-up: Van Coke Kartel and Zebra&Giraffe
Venue: The Union, Steve Biko Building, Prince Alfred Street, Grahamstown
Cover: R50
Contact: Shane – 079 476 8898 | shaneyellow@gmail.com
Time: Doors Open 19h30
Other: Haal Asem Kwagga Tour

Date: 18 August 2011
Line-up: Van Coke Kartel and Zebra&Giraffe
Venue: Detroit Motor Spirit, Corner of Albany Road and Frederick Street, Port Elizabeth
Cover: R50
Contact: Shaakir Ebrahim / info@detroitsa.co.za / 0848277849 / 0415823777
Time: Doors open 19h00


Date: 19 August 2011
Line-up: Van Coke Kartel & Zebra & Giraffe.
Venue: Cool Runnings Fourways, Johannesburg
Address: Shop 30, Riverbend Junction, 1 Riverbend Road, Bloubosrand, Fourways
Cover: R50
Contact: 011 704 0987 | luke@stage-management.co.za
Time: Doors Open 19h00
Other: Haal Asem Kwagga Tour 2011: The best South African live music experience.

Date 20 August 2011
Line up: Van Coke Kartel and Zebra & Giraffe. Acoustic show.
Venue: Ridgeback, Centurion
Address: C/O Jean Ave and South Street.
Cover charge: R20 – general and R50 VIP & Stage area
Contact: 076 722 1115 /vickeyryan@gmail.com
Doors open at 18h00

Date: 24 August 2011
Line-up: Van Coke Kartel and Zebra&Giraffe
Venue: Memphis, 12 Esselen St, Die Bult, Potchefstroom
Cover: R40
Contact: Fabio / 0834444101 / memphisrock@live.co.za
Time: Doors open 18h00
Other: Haal Asem Kwagga Tour 2011: The best South African live music experience.

Date: 25 August 2011
Line-up: Van Coke Kartel and Zebra&Giraffe
Venue: Mystic Boer, 84 Kellner Street, Bloemfontein
Cover: R50
Contact: Theuns / mysticboer.events@gmail.com / 051 4302206
Time: Doors open 19h00
Other: Haal Asem Kwagga Tour 2011: The best South African live music experience.

Date: 26 August 2011
Line-up: Van Coke Kartel & Zebra&Giraffe - & Dance You`re on Fire.
Venue: Town Hall, 66 Carr Street, Newtown, Johannesburg
Cover: R60
Contact: Gert – 082 332 5772 | gert@thetownhall.co.za
Time: Doors open 20h00
Other: Haal Asem Kwagga Tour 2011: The best South African live music experience.

Date: 27 August 2011
Line-up: Van Coke Kartel & Zebra&Giraffe
Venue: Arcade Empire, Cnr Hans Strydom and N4, Pretoria
Cover: R60
Contact: Robert Peirera / 0720206120 / robert@iloveptown.co.za
Time: Doors open 19h00
Other: Haal Asem Kwagga Tour 2011: The best South African live music experience.

Updates on Haal Asem Kwagga Tour on:

http://www.zebraandgiraffe.co.za

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Zebra-Giraffe/7527326422
http://www.twitter.com/zebraandgiraffe
http://www.youtube.com/ZebraAndGiraffe

http:// www.vancokekartel.co.za
http:// www.facebook.com/vancokekartel
http://: www.twitter.com/vancokekartel
Band Blog: http:// www.vancokekartel.co.za/dftwr

Hashtag on Twitter: #haalasemkwagga.

Van Coke Kartel and Zebra and Giraffe would like to thank: MK, Monster Energy, Jagermeister,
Ray-Ban and Music Connection.