Riaan Benadé and Spoegwolf

Spoegwolf, an Afrikaans alternative rock band from Paarl, South Africa, formed in 2012. Known for raw, thought-provoking lyrics and a blend of alternative rock and folk-pop, they craft authentic, melody-driven music. Popular songs include "Storm" and "Lenie Blou". They made history as the first Afrikaans band to top the Apple Music Albums chart. Notable albums include Koma and Somer, which won a Ghoema Music Award. They have collaborated with artists like Francois van Coke.

South African country singer-songwriter Riaan Benadé is known for hits like "Spontaan" and "There Was Jesus" (duet with Demi Lee Moore). He's won the AITSA award and co-wrote songs for Bok van Blerk and Gerhard Steyn. In 2023, he became the first SA artist to release a Spotify-exclusive single, collaborating with Nashville star Ian Munsick.